Extreme Hopscotch: “You got beat by an 8yr old!”

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Parents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins..get your Extreme Hopscotch game up! Yesterday at a BBQ in Brooklyn, while filming the kids "hopschotchin", they challenged myself and my longtime friend Jon Cropper to try. He said "no way". I tossed him my camera and thought how hard could it be? Well, I got schooled by an 8year old and they filmed it. It happens. I am not going to let it get me down. LOL. But I will get my Extreme Hopscotch game up.

John Perry’s Hunger Strike (Day 4)

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Manhattan artist, John Perry, is on day 4 of his hunger strike @ Kenmare Sq (Lafayette/Spring St) protesting Tad Friend’s New Yorker’s article from last summer. A piece Perry says killed his reputation, hurt his art career and left him without a steady teaching job. The article, “Sleeping with Weapons,” portrays Perry as a violent stalker whose threats chased former musician and actor John Lurie the founder of legendary punk group Lounge Lizards from Manhattan. Blog Dangerous Minds is a source that has been following this situation for 2 years.
Yesterday morning I filmed John Perry’s story. I had a number of questions: Why a hunger strike? How are far is he willing to go? Does his family know? For more info visit John Perry’s website:

Kevin Green: Homeless Activist UPLIFTING MEN & WOMEN

Who houses the homeless in your city? In Brooklyn’s East New York, its Kevin Green. Kevin founded Uplifting Men & Women, which ranks #1 out of 50 NYC non-profits housing homeless and ex-cons. “Real Men Do Real Things. UPLIFTING MEN was established because of the growing need for supportive transitional residences as a result of the lack of available housing. Our supportive housing program is based on our Rites of Passage Model. We provide room and board and holistic services to homeless individuals while they prepare to live independently.”

Yasin Abdur: The Man, The NYC Journey & The Voice

 I just finished filming some kids selling t-shirts out of the trunk of their car and heard a voice from across the street. “LaRon, I got a story for you”. He wasn’t exaggerating. He shares stories about his NYC journey, the ups and the downs . And then he sings. A NYC Small Story. Meet Yasin unscripted..Singer, Songwriter & Model.

Baby Advice w Chef Paul & Friends @ Bunny Chow, NYC

Should you plan to have a baby or just let it happen? Chef Paul shares the St Lucia answer with friends outside his South African restaurant Bunny Chow. You may know Chef Paul Simion from NYC’s Madiba & Negril.

Benny (Pt II): Vietnam Vet, Cancer Survivor, Sicilian & Environmentalist

 Benny was diagnosed with cancer and told he had 5-10 years to live. He decided to breath life into Forest Park in Queens. Turning the weeds into peace signs, mowing the lawn and saving the trees. It’s not a sad story. It is an inspiring one. A person for whatever reason, taking time out of his day to maintain the beauty in our park.

Christ Couture: Christian Entrepreneur,Fashion & Brooklyn 1yr Anniversary

Dawn Elizabeth Adams is the entrepreneur behind Christ Couture – “Fashion For The Saved & Fly”. She lost her job and turned a challenge into an opportunity. Dawn invited me to her 1 year anniversary at a Brooklyn Brownstone. She has great energy, faith and after years as a music industry publicist, she is focused on being “God’s Publicist” now. Christ Couture® is a Christian lifestyle brand that represents the latest, hottest, and hippest products and services for Christians.

Efrain & Isabella Oliva: Father, Daughter, World Cup @ ALIFE

I met up with Efrain and his daughter while they were watching the world cup at ALIFE. He loves San Fransisco. She loves NYC. His favorite team is Ivory Coast. Her favorite team is Brazil. Isabella shares with us her favorite books and what she wants to be when she grows up…and Isabella says the Brazil is going to win the World Cup

Jennifer Lee Snowden: Playing 29 Outdoor NYC Pianos for Hope “Play Me I’m Yours”

 Born in Michigan, lives in NYC and playing 29 NYC outdoor Pianos for Hope. Meet Jazz/Rock Singer/Songwriter Jennifer Lee Snowden on her journey to play all 29 Manhattan painted pianos for “Play Me I’m Yours” in the New York City Streets. I filmed her at Astor Place & Times Square. “Play Me, I’m Yours” is an artwork by British artist Luke Jerram who has been touring the project globally since 2008. From 9am-10pm each day, 60 pianos will be available to play across New York City. Presented by Sing for Hope they are located in public parks, streets and plazas the pianos will be available until 5th July for any member of the public to play and engage with. Jennifer Lee Snowden is now living in New York City and recently released her debut album In My Own Company. After high school, Jennifer Lee Snowden attended. Northwestern University where she studied theater and continued her music training. Jennifer Lee Snowden grew up in the small town of Spring Lake, Michigan where her love of music was fostered by 2 music teachers; her mother and grandmother. A

Tori & Abby: Artists/Best Friends, Haiti & New Mediums