Social networking…with prawns

by Sam on March 9, 2010

I was at a client’s office recently when someone said out loud, “Hey! Someone’s just sent me a link about a bunch of huge prawns!”
You might think it was a YouTube video of a prawn cutting a half-pipe on a skateboard. It wasn’t. I knew better.
It was La Stella restaurant which is three floors below [...]

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Renewable contacts means business

by Sam on March 4, 2010

It makes sense to focus on the energy sector as a source of work, since I live in Aberdeen – Europe’s Energy capital. So, when I see an event like this one – a public debate about Climate Change, by the Royal Society of Edinburgh, on my very doorstep, no less, I get myself down [...]

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Nokia N900 – social networking on legs

February 24, 2010

I have come to the end of my 18 month contract with my current mobile, my beloved Nokia N95.
I’d been eyeballing the Nokia N900 for a month or so before this and slavering over its functionality. I’m sure there was a time when I might have peeked at some internet porno late at night, but [...]

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Audio podcasting: I love my Tascam HD-P2

February 17, 2010

When I set up my business the one thing I was looking forward to buying was my field audio recorder. I’ve used so many over the years and have developed my own ideas about what the ideal machine must have.
So, here’s what I use for my audio podcasting: the Tascam HD-P2.

I’ve been recording audio since [...]

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How to direct a client in a video podcast

February 14, 2010

I spent Sunday afternoon working with a client on a video podcasting project.
She wanted a ‘How To’ video of a product she offers, and was interested to see how easy it was to shoot and edit her own short films. I told her, it’s a little more difficult than easy, and a lot easier than [...]

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The power of the Web

January 17, 2010

The Web can be a very difficult thing to try and understand. It touches on almost every aspect of our lives.
This video is a classic in helping people understand the potential of the Web. It’s been watched 10.8 million times (I mean , downloaded from YouTube) – which is HUGE! There are videos which have [...]

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Headphones for pod & videocasting

January 11, 2010

It’s winter 2009/2010 and my work diary has only my long term client in it. A couple of pitches are out and so I find myself with time on my hands. So, when there’s a lull it’s the perfect time to go over my gear and make sure it’s all in working order.
So, headphones. I’m [...]

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Wordpress Plugins make web design easier

January 5, 2010

Here’s one great reason why I love Wordpress: Plugins!

Plugins help the ordinary geezer – folks who have zero  (or very little) knowledge of web development – to build web sites and apps that have all the functionality the modern user expects.
It’s like this: in the old days (aye, about 3 years ago) you had to [...]

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Rufus Runs Fast in 2010

January 1, 2010

As 2009 comes to an end I’ve been thinking a lot about where work is going to come from in 2010. What jobs will I find, who will my clients be, what technologies will I work with…and when will all this happen? The prospect of  uncertainty is thrilling.

The EU research project I coordinate, Incluso, comes [...]

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Can Facebook launch London busker Jon Curtis?

December 15, 2009

I was in London yesterday, travelling on the Underground between Waterloo and Leicester Square, when I came across this busker. He caught my attention because his performance was so upbeat and cheerful.
Then I saw the little sign at his feet reading, “Jon Curtis. Become a Fan. Facebook. iTunes”
So, I look him up on Facebook.

He’s got [...]

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