Freshman 30

Top Ten Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts

Jamie — Tue, 15 May 2012 21:00:16 +0000

In honor of Saturday Night Live’s 100th Digital Short, I have compiled a list of MY top ten of all time! There are a few that I left off (“I’m on Boat”, “I Just Had Sex”, etc.) that are not as funny to me, but feel free to make your own top ten!!

View the 100th Digital Short here: http://www.nbc.com/assets/video/widget/widget.html?vid=1401418

10. “I Ran (So Far Away)” – Original Air Date: September 29, 2007

The song/beat is actually quite good (to me) and Jake Gyllennhaal makes a cameo!

9. “Zach Drops by the Set” – Original Air Date: March 6, 2010

Love Zach Galifianakis and his random appearances, especially with the Law & Order crew!
http://www.hulu.com/embed/DPtS2S8R2p8CGx0hulW9Gw

8. “Young Chuck Norris” – Original Air Date: January 21, 2006

Great lyrics and ridiculousness with Andy Samberg as a Young Chuck Norris and Jason Sudeikis on vocals.
http://www.thelonelyisland.com/video/young-chuck-norris

7. “Shy Ronnie” – Original Air Date: December 5, 2009 & “Shy Ronnie 2: Ronnie and Clyde” – Original Air Date: October 30, 2010

I included this one because most people LOVE this one!
http://www.thelonelyisland.com/video/shy-ronnie

6. “Motherlover” – Original Air Date: May 9, 2009 & “3-Way (The Golden Rule)” – Original Air Date: May 21, 2011

These “Dick in a Box” sequels are HIGH-larious! The outfits, the posing by Susan Sarandon and Patricia Clarkson as the “Mothers”, Lady Gaga’s appearance in the “3-Way”, and of course the lyrics!

5. “Body Fuzion” – Original Air Date: February 3, 2007

I love all of these ladies and their spoof of 80′s workout videos!
http://www.thelonelyisland.com/video/body-fuzion

4. “Jack Sparrow” – Original Air Date: May 7, 2011

I have this on my workout playlist! Michael Bolton is super funny in this!

3. “Natalie Raps” – Original Air Date: March 4, 2006

I think I am one of the few people who finds this one to be amazing! The lyrics and her ability to be a complete badass is impressive.

2. “Dick in a Box” - Original Air Date: December 16, 2006

They really should have just asked Justin Timberlake to be a regular on the show. Everything he is a part of is pure genius!

1. “Lazy Sunday” - Original Air Date: December 17, 2005

This was the second EVER digital short to air and to this day is still my favorite. I even have a “Mr. Pibb + Red Vines = Crazy Delicious” t-shirt! This helped to put Magnolia Bakery on the map and could possibly have started the cupcake craze that still continues. ”Lazy Sunday” catapulted the digital shorts into the forefront of Saturday Night Lives of this generation of talent and it sucks that they will probably be done after this season with the rumored departure of Andy Samberg.
http://www.thelonelyisland.com/video/lazy-sunday

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: OVER! — Today is my last day!! :)

Jamie — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:56:54 +0000

It’s like the last day of school, but somehow I still overslept an hour?! Today’s treat is not a song and I did not listen to it on my long ride to work. Today’s selection is about a state of mind…a way of life…and what I’m about to do…what I VOWED, PROMISED myself that I was going to do in 2012…

Today’s selection is: “Treat Yo Self” – from Parks and Recreation

Why do I jam to this?: Why wouldn’t I jam to this?!?! This phrase, the skit–it never gets old. It is my new motto in life. If you are not treating yourself then you are not living your life. Did seeing this possibly change my life? Maybe?! But I do know that I have been given a golden ticket–I have the opportunity to do whatever I want. Granted I am here because I have worked very hard and I learned how to manage my money from a young age (thanks Paula and Dave!). I feel like this is my chance to do something great…whatever that may be.

I don’t consider myself to be a risk-taker, but quitting a full-time job without another full-time job is pretty risky–and stupid to some people. However, as cliché as it is, Mr. Wayne Gretzky said it well: “You’ll always miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”

And did I mention I met Aziz Ansari at LAX and totally embarrassed myself?!? Well I DID–and here’s proof!!

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: 2 Days

Jamie — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15:27:08 +0000

I am a devoted Saturday Night Live fan and the first time I heard this song was over a skit with Mr. Peepers and Katie Holmes portraying her Dawson’s Creek character, Joey Potter. I wish I had access to the video to show you because the skit is absolutely HILARIOUS!

Today’s selection is: “Babylon” by David Gray

Why do I like to jam to this?: There is the obvious association to two of my favorite things in the world (Saturday Night Live and Dawson’s Creek), but I think its a great song! I don’t remember hearing it on the radio or anything (the SNL episode featuring it in the Dawson’s Creek skit aired in 2001), so I don’t know if many are familiar with it.

Only 1 more day of work remains before I try to figure out the rest of my life….Wish me luck!

Jamie — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 02:08:11 +0000

“I am a horse for a single harness, not cut out for tandem or team work…for well I know that in order to attain any definite goal, it is imperative that one person do the thinking and the commanding.” — Albert Einstein (introvert!)

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: 3 Days

Jamie — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:08:30 +0000

I know, I know—He is majorly an asshole BUT an amazing dancer and I really like some of his music!! So don’t hate me for posting this today!!!!

Today’s selection is: “Beautiful People” by Chris Brown

Official Video

2012 Grammy Performance “Turn Up the Music”/”Beautiful People”

Why do I like to jam to this?: I love to dance and this is a great dance song!! Check out the Grammy performance for some sweet moves to show off at your next dance party!!

Jamie — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:14:19 +0000

“Again, you can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.” — Steve Jobs

Lululemon – Practice Freely Tank

Jamie — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:19:12 +0000

Store/Brand: Lululemon

Item: Practice Freely Tank

Cost: $58

For most of my workout life I have worn old smelly t-shirts and shorts to workout in. As I have lost weight and toned up, I have attempted to branch out and try some clothes that are a bit more flattering and more functional (ie absorb sweat better and don’t smell).

I saw this tank a while ago and really wanted it! A Lululemon store recently opened in Raleigh and I decided to finally check it out despite the very high price tag. I got my tank yesterday and worked out in it immediately…and I LOVE it. I’m not sure if it is worth $58, but I would definitely recommend it.

I sweat a lot when I work out, and I felt so much more comfortable in this tank/sports bra combo. Typically in combination tanks (bra + tank) the bra is horrible and I usually have to wear another one underneath. This is very supportive! If you are not used to wearing tank tops, you might feel slightly uncomfortable wearing this tank at first. I JUST started wearing tanks about a year ago and felt a little scandalous yesterday. However, I see absolutely nothing wrong with trying to look good/cute and workout with appropriate gear (ie you would NOT wear heels to workout in).

I am not very familiar with Lululemon, but should I see any coupons I will definitely post!

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: 4 & 5 Days

Jamie — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:33:24 +0000

Missed my post yesterday, so I am combining the past two days and highlighting two songs from a band you are most likely NOT familiar with unless you stalk out the iTunes Top Ten (which I happen to do that, constantly in search of new music)! The band is Fun. and they have a really unique upbeat sound–in fact in some ways they remind me of solo artist, Mika (you probably have never heard of him either, but he did the theme song for the show Ugly Betty). Their song “We are Young” is on the iTunes Top Ten in addition to their album, Some Nights.

Today’s selections are: “Some Nights” & “We are Young” by Fun.

“Some Nights”

“We are Young” (Feat. Janelle Monae)

Why do I jam to these?: I think they are really catchy and fun songs! I can totally see them on the soundtracks to movies like American Reunion or any movie about getting drunk and partying. Very fitting. They are a little different from anything else out there right now, but I doubt that their music will make the radio.

PS – The lead singer looks like a young and extra boyish version of Mark Wahlberg aka Marky Mark (and less buff)!

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: 6 Days

Jamie — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:49:45 +0000

I am dying to have a dance party and today’s selection makes that very clear! Between this and “We Run the Night” I am ready to bust a move and do several embarassing dance moves! Ohhh I cannot wait!!

Today’s selection is: “Wild Ones” by Flo Rida feat. Sia

Why do I like to jam to this?: This song is HIGHLY addictive!! I walked around last night singing this song–of course the same verse over and over again….but its just a happy, fun song and on Fridays that’s what we need! The song/video seems to be about Flo Rida engaging in “high risk behavior”–skydiving, riding motorcycles, ATV’s, having unprotected sex, etc. AND…I love Sia’s voice!

The Long Ride to Work…Countdown: 7 Days

Jamie — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 13:16:48 +0000

The song I chose today is fly, but I seriously spent an hour trying to figure out the name of the song, etc. I’ve heard it on the radio, however it is not in the iTunes Top 100 or anything. I was forced to Google, “singles feat Pitbull 2012″ and finally found it!

Today’s selection is: We Run the Night by Havana Brown feat. Pitbull

Why do I like to jam to this song?: I love a good dance song and I am about to get my dance on this weekend! I like to get pumped up for the potential dance party a week in advance, find some songs that I can request while out (only to be ignored immediately and never played), and this also helps me to stay awake on my drive to work.

I had not heard of Havana Brown previously but she is pretty hot (love her hair color)! Enjoy!