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marigold:
:keeta: TV Best Bets for Tuesday, February 12 :wohoo:
http://tv.zap2it.com/tveditorial/tve_main/1,1002,584%7C%7C%7C,00.html
Big Brother 9
9:00 PM - CBS
Strangers become housemates again in the unscripted series' ninth round -- and the first to start in winter instead of summer. At this writing, CBS was tight-lipped about details of the new season, which had the rumor mills working overtime on what it might bring. But the show's basic premise remains the same: people living together with cameras on them 24/7, vying to be the last one standing and take home the $500,000 grand prize.
marigold:
Julie Chen's 'Big Brother' House Tour (hope this wasn't posted already)
:lol3: to view the video click on the link below
http://www.etonline.com/news/2008/02/58567/index.html
Love is in the air when the unsuspecting 16 new houseguests check in for the ninth season of "Big Brother," appropriately titled "Big Brother: 'Til Death You Do Part." The competitors had no idea that they were being paired up until they arrived to play the game.
"For the first time, they will be playing as a pair," explains series host JULIE CHEN, who takes ET on a tour of the new facilities. "We have coupled them up because we believe they could be potential soul mates from a questionnaire they filled out -- someone who could be the love of their life."
The eight couples will be required to sleep together, compete together and, possibly, get evicted together.
This season, the chalet-style, A-Frame has been designed to resemble a lake house. Since this is the first time that "Big Brother" has ever aired in winter, the swimming pool and whole sections of the yard are heated. In addition, there is a cozy outdoor fire pit, which is perfect for backyard gatherings. And the exercise equipment has been moved outdoors to allow for an indoor spa to be built.
In keeping with the lake house theme, the main bathroom floor has been covered in a blanket of autumn leaves. The custom made tiles were actually printed using real photos of fallen leaves, and the murals on the walls of the shower add to the outdoorsy feel.
The only private bathroom is in the head of household suite, but it, like the rest of the house, is under scrutiny of "Big Brother" cameras.
"Big Brother: 'Til Death Do You Part" premieres tonight at 9 p.m. on CBS.
marigold:
Cheryl Blogs About the 'Big Brother' House!
http://www.theinsideronline.com/news/2008/02/15900/index.html
I've always wanted a big brother but I never dreamed I would one day become a housemate in the CBS hit reality series "Big Brother." It's a matter of "Be careful what you wish for." And, "Be specific when you do it."
My fabulous producer at "The Insider," MYLIN WATKINS, informed me of the assignment and I was absolutely thrilled. Mylin set up everything beautifully and informed me of the day -- not revealing too much as we were all going in to the house with a fresh mind and not knowing all the details of the day. The first thing that came to mind was, "How am I going to be in one place for 12 hours without my computer, BlackBerry, cell phone, television and basically no contact with my family?" Well, I survived -- but what I found out I missed the most were my children and my books! No TOLSTOY or D.H. LAWRENCE! I was, however, armed with DEEPAK CHOPRA's wisdom as he sent me a prayer of silence to read before I entered the house. I had just spent the weekend with him at his Chopra Center in San Diego, doing yoga, meditation and massages. Therefore, I felt as if I was mentally, spiritually and physically prepared for the assignment.
Let me explain. In celebration of the launch of the ninth installment of "Big Brother" (on February 12), producers opened up the "Big Brother" house front door for eight media personalities (MARK LONG, Reality Remix; JOSH RUBENSTEIN, KCAL; ERIK OGINSKI, KCBS.com; AMBER VALDEZ, CBS Mobile; JOE STRAZZULLO, "The Late Late Show"; MARK YAWITZ, Realitywanted.com; and KIMBERLY CALDWELL, TV Guide) to experience first-hand the trials and tribulations of being stuck in a home (full of cameras) with total strangers for hours on end.
To be totally honest, after being asked to join the media house, the first thing that appealed to me was getting to see where JULIE CHEN works. She truly does such a terrific job on the show and is one of my favorite journalistic idols. Julie is so beautiful, talented and smart-as-a-whip, As an anchor of the "CBS Early Show," Julie does double duty as host of "Big Brother."
I arrived to the set very early in the morning with my camera crews to do my stand-ups before the day started. There I was -- standing on the stage where Julie Chen works! After that thrill was realized, the "reality" started to set in. My camera crew left and I gave them all a big hug and really wished that they could have stayed. I pleaded with them to stay and they said "Cheryl, you are on your own-but you are going to be great." My camera man made me feel strong as I was suddenly quite nervous.
After meeting and greeting with the wonderful producers of "Big Brother 9" I met my housemates and quickly tried to assess who would be my competition for Head Of Household. I knew within 5 minutes that the strongest competitors would be Mark Long and Kimberly Caldwell -- one of my favorite "American Idol" contestants. Within the first 15 minutes I found myself confessing to the group that I was missing my Blackberry. Who knew I had such a Crackberry habit? Cut off from the outside world (What is Hollywood doing now?!), I had to face the task ahead of me -- which was to interact with other people in the most basic way. It was really a study in human nature -- think "Lord of the Flies" meets "Romper Room." Here were seemingly intelligent and accomplished individuals reduced to the most basic game of survival of the fittest. Despite all efforts, I found my own competitive juices starting to flow only minutes after entering the house.
Instead of being in the house for weeks, producers condensed our experience into hours -- 12 to be exact. Task after task revealed the most athletic and most cunning. There was plenty of drama along the way: alliances made and broken (you know who you are you double dealers!), a wedding ring literally lost in a haystack, someone dropping their mic pack in the toilet, dancing on the tables and prayer time before each meal -- along with yoga and meditation (that was my idea). And then it was over.
I realized so much about myself within that time of 12 hours. I really do have a competitive nature and want to win -- regardless if it means building an egg in the hay while donning overalls before the other castmates. I also realized how important it is to love and be loved -- and another epiphany ... BOOKS!!!!! I found out how important books are in my existence. I mean, one can go without communication with the outside world, however, what does one do with their mind for 12 hours, in-between the socialization, games, meals and downtime? As I mentioned before -- I did have everyone doing yoga and meditation! What a relief! There were also quotes from OSCAR WILDE and WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE on the walls that we all spent time pondering. The quotes were basically about love, relationships and trust -- which is what this game and the game of life is all about.
The house, by the way, was fabulous and the decor was truly fresh and innovative. I marveled at the talent of the producers for creating such a brilliant set, concept and show, no wonder so many people around the world love the show so much -- and there are 42 different versions of "Big Brother" around the world. That is actually the question I missed to lose out on winning the Head of Household. As I predicted, it came down to myself, Mark Long and Kimberly Caldwell! Mark won! It was a good thing I had made an alliance with him within the first hour of the house! Oh, wait a minute! I am still questioning if Mark did, in fact, break our alliance, but at least he did not put me on the slop, and if he did I certainly would have had to go on a cleansing fast for the day as that was something truly dreadful! It basically smelled like burnt oatmeal and I adore oatmeal! But that is another story.
As suddenly as it began, the day was over and we found ourselves stumbling from the intense microcosm of the "Big Brother" house into the cool night air and the sobering "reality" of our true selves. We all really did bond with one another, which is what we as human beings are innately programmed to do. As we walked out of the house, there were photographers everywhere! I have never been so happy to see photographers and light bulbs flashing! I spotted one of my favorite photographers, CLIFF LIPSON in the line up and I literally ran up to him and hugged him with tears in my eyes and just told him how great it was to see him!
After the photography session, somewhat sheepishly, we housemates righted ourselves, said goodbye to one another, then climbed into our cars and drove to our own homes flung far and wide under the starry California sky. I was exalted to be free once again. What an incredible experience that was, my friends! I pondered so much about life and human relationships during that time. I just can't wait until the new season of "Big Brother" begins. It is going to be amazing, so get ready!!!!!!!!!!!! We can all learn something about life and relationships by watching this show. There are all kinds of beautiful people out there.
Best, CHERYL WOODCOCK
P.S. -- Good luck to all the housemates -- and never forget when you make an alliance with someone, look into their eyes deeply because the eyes are the windows to the soul. ... Namaste
RealityFreakWill:
FYI, for the past five days I've been researching EVERYWHERE for the last names of the three remaining houseguests....Amanda, Jacob & Sharon to no avail. I did at least find the initials of their last names today but couldn't get any further
Amanda H.
Jacob H.
Sharon O.
puddin:
You guys are all over the place so I don't know if this has been posted yet :js: ?
'Big Brother' Exec Hears Your Ideas
http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20177696,00.html
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