December 19th, 2007

Happy Holidays - Special Episode of commandN

We've been doing commandN now for two and a half years, hard to believe.  The video podcast is 100% for sure the most enjoyable part of my work week.   In fact, let's be honest, it doesn't even feel like work.  It's full-on fun.  We run the show, a simple weekly chat among some fellow geeks.

We shot our holiday episode last night - and my bro Jeff and his friend Chris did their seasonal picks from Halifax.  This show will be our last until 2008, so I wanted to take a chance to thank a few people here. 

1.  The fans - I read each and every email/comment, so please keep them coming.  There's NOTHING better than getting feedback from our viewers.
2.  Brian McKechnie (AKA Bamcat) - I always joke about Brian being the glue, but the truth is that he is the glue.  He helped us to launch the show pretty much from Day 1.  I can't say enough good things about Brian, and there is no way to explain how much work he puts into the show (from shooting in freezing cold weather to editing out our bloopers to uploading each episode online).
3.  Jeff MacArthur (AKA my brother) - I haven't lived in the same city as any other family members in more than a decade, so it's awesome being able to do commandN each and every week with my big brother Jeff (the biggest geek in our family).

4.  Mikey Lazazzera (AKA Hot Stuff) - I started the show with Mikey almost a thousand days ago with an iSight cam and a PowerBook.  Although Hot Stuff is no longer on the show, he is one of my dearest friends and I hope he'll show up for some guest visits.
5.  Will Pate (AKA Beta's Dad) - Much thanks to fellow PEI-Islander Will for stepping up as co-host.  We don't have a budget, a fancy set (OK, that's obvious!), or any real structure/rules, but Will keeps on driving down from Sudbury to Toronto every Tuesday (a three-hour jaunt) just to do the show.  Hugs.
6.  Beta's Babysitter (AKA Beta's Babysitter) - Although we never really see you on the show, you keep Will's puppy happy during our cold evening shoots.  Much love from canines and non-canines alike.

That's all for now.  Here's to an amazing 2008!
-Amber

March 14th, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (11)

Posted by: Steve | around 7 months ago

Nice way to end off the year Amber. Hope to see some more great episodes in 2008. Happy Holidays!

Posted by: Chris | around 7 months ago

"And on that note, go elf yourself" - Awesome quote. I've got to start watching more of these. Entertaining and informative. Keep up the great work! Merry Christmas!

Posted by: OnePiece | around 7 months ago

And its also been over 100 episodes since the last blooper show! Brian, Jeff, whats up with that? The show is fantastic, heres to many more! Happy New Year everybody!

Posted by: OnePiece | around 7 months ago

And its also been over 100 episodes since the last blooper show! Brian, Jeff, whats up with that? The show is fantastic, heres to many more! Happy New Year everybody!

Posted by: herbg | around 7 months ago

Thanks for making a great show, you guys ROCK! I look forward to watching you guys every week. Keep up the good work. Stay Warm and Happy Holidays!

Posted by: Brian McKechnie | around 7 months ago

Thanks Amber! And thanks to all the fans from me as well. Happy Holidays everyone (I promise a new blooper ep. in 2008). -Brian

Posted by: Dano | around 7 months ago

Please do come to Halifax :P

Posted by: Spuds | around 7 months ago

Have a great holiday Amber. Looking forward to more great stuff in 2008.

Posted by: Jeff McCord | around 6 months ago

Amber, I absolutely love CommandN. You and Will are a perfect duo. You have no idea how big your following is here with all my geeky Dallas friends! :) We adore you guys. Keep up the great work and know that all you do is appreciated. Here's to 2008!

Posted by: Brett | around 6 months ago

Howdy, random viewer from Vancouver here. I enjoy the show and love the editorial view on technology news and especially the web picks. They really should be prescribes daily by one's doctor. Keep it up!

Posted by: Larry | around 6 months ago

Geez, Amber. I already have a hopeless crush on you; and now the beautiful brown hair! Also, thanks for bringing Mikey back. I always enjoy his slightly twisted commentary, and your reaction to it.