We express our thanks to everyone who has participated in the show! Thank you for your votes and patience!

Stay tuned for the next three weeks, as we narrow down from 4 contestants to 1 radio show host winner!

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Christy- christy@rise-n-shine.com or call 973.729.4141!

Thanks.

So You Think You Can Host Winner- Thursday September 1, 2011- 3 to 4 P.M. E.S.T.

Congratulations, Andrew!

 Andrew Blume



Andrew Blume is a lumber company foreman in the Bronx, N.Y  He moonlights as a personal chef for Two Men And an Appetite, a company he co-founded with his brother-in-law.  This year he was named New Jersey's "Best Amateur Home Chef" in the dessert category for his peanut butter and Nutella wonton creation. 

The 42 year-old discovered his passion for food while attending the University of South Florida in Tampa.  He catered his sister-in-law's wedding last year and decided to expand on his talents after receiving rave reviews. 

Andrew and his wife Stephanie reside in Roseland, N.J. with their kids and chief wonton tasters Karly and Austin.   

 Week One Contestants - Voting is now closed



Nigel Jackson

Whether it's discussing the winners at this year's Grammy Awards, or catching up on current films, I absolutely LOVE pop culture. Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, I lived in Montreal for 3 years and have finally settled in the Tdot. "Voulez-vous couchez avec moi?" aaaaaaaaand that was a joke...lol. I'm just trying to make sure I don't get rusty on my 2nd of 3 known languages; the third is Spanish. I'm very outgoing, sociable, and am always trying to make people laugh. I love meeting and chatting with new people. My favorite movies include: American Beauty and Transformers (don't judge lol) and my current playlist includes: Alicia Keys, AeroSmith and Drizzy Drake. Tune in to hear me if you're in for some soothing words, or a god laugh...Hasta luego! J

Mark Sessanta

Mark A. Sessanta is the Director of Advanced Planning at Independence Planning Group. He is insurance and equities licensed in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia. He is a member of GAMA and the Million Dollar Round Table, is a Life Underwriting Training Council Fellow and is an Investment Advisor Representative.

Mark attended Lafayette College in 1994 on a full football grant and received his degree in Economics & Business. He started his financial services career in September of 1998 and received several high achievement awards in all planning categories. In 2002, he moved his career to Independence Planning Group and established himself as one of the top planners in the Firm.

He specializes in Wealth Coordination and Organization, Financial Services and Strategic Planning for Small Business Owners, Corporate Qualified Retirement Plans (Traditional and ROTH 401K Plans), Defined Benefit, SIMPLE IRA Risk Management , College Savings Planning, Disability and Life Insurance, Long Term Care Planning, and Effective Wealth Distribution and Retirement Income Strategies.

Mark currently resides in Bath, PA.

Rosemarie Zivic



Rose Zivic - "Reality Radio - Live from your Kitchen Table"

Hello - I am one of the average Joe's, or should we say, ‘Josephines"of modern society. Sometimes I look at things and wonder: "What happened to common sense"? So if have ever found yourself in a situation where you yell, "COME ON GET REAL" at your TV or your radio - or maybe even a mom from the PTA! Then follow me, and tune into: REALITY RADIO - LIVE FROM YOUR KITCHEN TABLE. Cause let's face it, all the important decisions in life make their way around the kitchen table! And when you think of it, the table in the corporate boardroom is really just a giant kitchen table anyway! This is Reality Radio ... and it doesn't get anymore REAL than this. I could state my jobs, passions and hobbys, but seriously - that would be boring! 

Kristen J.

Armed with a degree in Music Education a job at one of New York's most notable recording facilities, QUAD Recording Studios where she would learn the engineering boards as well as provide the studio production updates for Billboard Magazine. Shortly after, Kristen would be introduced to the world of television production by working on HBO's groundbreaking, "Def Comedy Jam" where she had the opportunity to work directly with the likes of Hip Hop Mogul Russell Simmons and Legendary Veteran Director Stan Lathan. In between freelancing, Kristen took a more consistent position as Commercial Voice-Over Assistant at the very reputable Don Buchwald and Asssociates Talent Agency where she would continue to meet and work with many popular talented actors. Around this time, motherhood took precedence, but it wouldn't be long before the itch of production would need scratching once again. Kristen worked on various productions such as "The Ainsley Harriott Show" (Produced by Merv Griffin), Sci-Fi's "Crossing Over with John Edward", Gotham TV's "New York Magazine" and the pilot for "The Iylana Vanzant Show", Executive Produced by Barbara Walters and Bill Geddie and more recently, Bravo's "Project Runway."

These experiences would only continue to broaden her love for the arts and all things creative as she continues to work on television projects, acting in local plays and even becoming certified in camera operation and directing local public access programs for Cablevision. Today, Kristen is Assistant Director to old friend and Casting Director Wendy McKenzie with her directorial debut of the stage play "Who Is A Virtuous Woman". Kristen also co-produces the highly successful "Mixtape Comedy Show," hosted by veteran actor/funny man, Anthony Anderson. She enjoys writing her own works and continues to surround herself with all things creative and entertaining.

Week Two Contestants - Voting is now closed

Tiffany Au



Tiffany specializes in promotions and branding and is interested in the generation-y audience and the influence of modern society today. As a Gen-Yer herself in a world of quick transitions and technological changes, she has seen how information can be manipulated, truth can be skewed, and how discourse can be stifled. She established a blog, bluntandthebeautiful.com to address different philosophical and societal issues that effect us daily. She is also an artist, actress, and personality who will bring some creative juice to the show! SO TUNE IN.

Marco has had over 8 years of experience in radio production and has also writing up topics/scenarios for a radio show he use to intern for "Big O and Dukes". Marco has a background in doing stand-up comedy for the several years and created a talk show. He has a passion for Sports, Music and Comedy and stays up to date with everything that is going on in the news and entertainment world.  He has been waiting for break like this one for many years and believes that radio has been a passion of his for the last 15 years and has yet to have the opportunity to get a real shot at hosting a radio show that reach's to the masses. The show is meant for every genre and all though it may be offensive at times it is done with good taste. Marco has a bachelor's degree in Communication and Science technology which he recently obtained from the University of Phoenix. He is proud to be a "Phoenix" and plans to rise and take over the radio airwaves someday. He is also a traveler and has been influenced by the countries he has had the change to visit. Marco likes to think outside the box and will always try new things.

Francesca Bastarache



Francesca is a radio personality every Monday Morning on WXBR1460a.m. As a lifestyle coach specializing in relationships, she is recognized for fostering insightful and thought-provoking inquiries. Francesca is a driven individual who after working for the largest dating service in the country for 7 years, owned and operated her own Dating and Coaching Service for singles for 10 years in Boston.  During that time she was a weekly contributor to the South Shore News with her column "Intimate Connections" as a natural adjunct to the services offered at her Agency.  As a leader of women's groups, she owned and operated "Not Just Yoga Women's Wellness Center" in Milford CT.   Most recently, Francesca has been a commentator on MYTV 9 in New Haven CT on "The Perspective Show" which will air this February. 

Francesca has been a regular contributor to the Illuminations Art Exhibit at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center since 2005. Her paintings are currently on display February-May 2011.  Her paintings can be viewed at www.fineartbyfrancesca.com.

Dena Sherwood

Arms Wide Open Childhood Cancer Foundation

Thee-year-old Billy Sherwood Jr. has learned a lot of tough lessons in his young life. Diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a solid tumor cancer that arises in immature nerve cells, at 13 months, the New Jersey boy has already confronted physical and emotional challenges that many adults can't imagine. It is his indefatigable smile, in the face of this tough fight, that has inspired his family to advocate for children around the country with neuroblastoma. 

"As our journey began," Dena says, "I learned of so many stories, and saw so much need. In my heart I knew I had to do something to help these children and families." In August 2009, Billy's parents, Dena and Billy Sherwood, founded Arms Wide Open Childhood Cancer Foundation, a 501 (c) nonprofit organization, with the mission of funding treatment for neuroblastoma and, ultimately, to find a cure for the disease. "I knew that I had to do everything humanly possible to save my son's life as well as those around us who were suffering," Dena says. " My goal was to bring hope and light to a very dark place."

Despite the obvious challenge of raising these funds and growing the foundation while managing Billy's treatment, the family remains committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families with neuroblastoma. "I find giving the most rewarding thing," Dena says. "I know that by raising awareness, the funding will come." 

And awareness is much needed: because only approximately 650 children are diagnosed with disease each year, neuroblastoma is considered an "orphan" cancer and receives little funding. "I had not heard of neuroblastoma until Billy was diagnosed," Dena says. "How can we expect to fund treatment for a cancer that no one has heard of?" 

It's Dena's hope that the work of the foundation can bring awareness and support for the children and families who face the disease, and she feels blessed to be able to work on their behalf. "The children, because of their young age, don't have a voice, and most of their parents are so deep in the trenches-trying to wrap their heads around the fact that their children have been diagnosed with cancer; trying to juggle work and their other children; and trying to adapt to what I call ‘crazy cancer world'-that they cannot even begin to think about advocating for the funding that is so desperately needed in order for these children to survive." 

At the end of the day, Dena need only look at Billy Jr. to get the inspiration she personally needs to go on. And the three-year-old himself knows the value of his mom's work: When a neighbor asked him recently why his mom was bald when Dena shaved her head to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, the little boy didn't hesitate: "My mom shaved her head so no more kids get cancer."

Week Three Contestants - Voting is now closed

Lisa Kettell



Ever since Lisa could hold a pen, she has been creating a world for all to enjoy.Through her book, Altered Art Circus, publications and products, Lisa shares her unpredictable and inspiring world with you. Lisa's creativity is fueled by her love of history, her world travels, fashion, sports and her inimitable imagination. She is dedicated to the unlimited possibilities in the world. Her works have been published in newspapers, articles, magazines, books, and social media sites, She has contributed to a variety of design and product teams, film and radio within the art, design and entertainment industries.

With a background in communications, Lisa is sought after for speaking engagements, demonstrations and product filming, bringing a warm, yet entertaining approach to her audiences.

Beau Robinson



Beau Robinson has true-blue Southern music muscle. Known
as the High Priest of Country Music (AKA DJ Otis Badass) when he DJs at Central Kentucky clubs and produces shows for his own Redneck Rampage Radio, Beau is a native of Walton, Kentucky. He learned about small-town values and good music at the feet of his parents (Motown, soul, rock and roll) and grandparents (country, bluegrass).  Who knows where is warped sense of humor came from.
He has a bachelor's degree in communications and professional experience in the radio industry.  When not on the radio, you can find Beau immersed in his impressive record collection, following University of Kentucky Basketball, and as of recently pursing stand-up comedy.  Now let's talk street cred. Beau has crossed paths and beer cans with David Allan Coe, Shooter Jennings, Alabama, Hank Williams Jr, Molly Hatchet, Kid Rock and a very brief conversation with the Rolling Stones. Like many of his musical heroes, Beau Robinson knows how to entertain an audience.

Dominique Smith        

Dominique M. Smith was born and raised in Baton Rouge LA.  At a young age he developed a love for music and singing.  It wasn't until his senior year of high school that he was bitten with the acting Dominique.  Dominique went on to perform locally at many different theater companies.  It was not until he prepared to audition for a play entitled "Radio Golf" by August Wilson that Dominique's love for commentating came to the forefront.  

Dominique then went on to create his own show, the D. Martez Show and his own website.  The D. Martez Show is an online blog show where Dominique expresses what many people have called, his "gift of gab."  Dominique states that his show is informational, inspirational, and full of laughter.  Dominique has no formal training in the radio business but he wants the opportunity to step into radio.  Dominique plans to widen his listening audience and take the D. Martez Show to another level.  He believes that when preparation meets opportunity, something great can happen!   

Ryan Spain

   

Ryan broke into the business as a traffic reporter. Radio listeners heard Ryan on several top 40, news, and easy listening stations. This opportunity led him to a brief stint as a DJ/Radio personality for one of Connecticut's most popular adult contemporary stations.

He currently hosts a reality show. A statewide search was launched to find the next TV personality in Connecticut. As the spokesperson for the contest he's in a series of commercials, corresponding from the auditions, and appearing in a series of web videos.

Singing and acting are two passions he actively pursues. Perhaps the biggest moment in his music career was when Ryan sang a duet with music legend, Stevie Wonder at Foxwoods MGM. Now when people ask Ryan where he learned how to sing he can say, Stevie Wonder. In fact, the last person who called Ryan good looking was Stevie - there's a joke there, you get it?! (Ryan's wit is what gets him through many situations) He even performed on MTV once! You can find him dabbling in community theater, spending time in the recording studio, and posting his work on YouTube.

Week Four Contestants - Voting is now closed

My name is Alister Konrath, and I'm a sports junkie. Be it radio or tv, I'm always tuning in to the latest goings on of the sports world. And I've always wanted to talk about sports for a living. So I did some training at a local radio station in town, and for a little over two years now, I've been doing a weekly sports show on BlogTalkRadio.com called "The Alister Konrath Show" (check it out!). Up until now, it's been a hobby, and a great way to start off a Sunday. But it's also something I want to grow. Having the chance to have my own radio show through this contest would be the opportunity I'm looking for. I hope you enjoy listening to my demo. It would be a shame to waste this ridiculous amount of useless sports knowledge!

Gigi - The Golden Girl



Goldengirl "The Black Barbee" - Radio star, TV Host, Columnist, Author, Video producer, Sexpert, and host of the most compelling radio program in radio today, Sex and Celebrities on Blogtalkradio.com. "Goldengirl has a larger than life persona, and is a unique, extraordinary, and irreplaceable radio show host," says Thea Mitchum, Operations Director for Clear Channel Philadelphia. It is a precise blend of relationship topics and music. Goldengirl has put a spin on the sexshow, and it's become an instructional guide for adults, an awareness show for STD's, HIV and domestic violence, and an overall empowering program that embodies the empowerment of all people. It also has a special emphasis on young adults. Philadelphia Police Commissioner, Sylvester Johnson, has credited Goldengirl as being a great force in the community by helping to put murderers away. She has the ability to touch lives on the airwaves...from the candlelight vigils, visiting schools during the day, to giving Christmas gifts to the children of the murdered victim's families at night. Goldengirl's community involvement is equal to her radio talents, both are incredulous. Once you listen, you're locked. Goldengirl has mastered a radio technique that lures you in, grips you, and won't let you go. The sex topics are not only compelling, but the themed nights and features are all original. One of Goldengirl's themed nights just happens to be the title of her new book, Sex and Celebrities:The Truth, The Whole Truth, The Naked Truth, is a true sex guide, celebrity sexilicious tales, and Goldengirl giving it to you raw...enjoy this page turner as she prepares to release her next book in 2008, My Conversation with a Killer. Goldengirl is a woman who wears many titles and now, Best-Selling Author is just another in her fast growing empire. To check out Goldengirl log on to any one of her websites listed below,and "Always remember to B.I.G. believe in God, because He believes in you and He makes all things possible too.


Thor Selden

Week Five Contestants- Voting is now closed

Trudie Lehman

Trudie's life began in Queens, NY. As a newlywed she lived in Brooklyn before skipping suburbia and headed straight for rural. There is no challenge she feels she hasnt met. She has BFA from NYU. Although, she has drifted from her original studies, she has also earned hereself a certificate in teaching from SCCC's affiliation with Jersey City University.

When Trudie and her husband moved to Ogdensburg 30 years ago with their infant daughter, she never realized what doors would open for her. She got her real estate license and was active for 10 years before "retiring" after her 3rd child, Max was born in 1990. She raised all three children in the first house they purchased together including an autistic son, Austin who is now 27. In between swim runs with her daughter, cheering at baseball, soccer and wrestling for the "baby", there was also trying times with an autistic child. However, the wheels kept on turning. Trudie has participated in a variety of local theatre groups. Whether she was a chorus member or had a viable role, she always took the stance, there are no small parts, only small actors. She loves life and is loving it even more with her direct selling jewelry business, lia sophia. There isn't anyone I can't accessorize by sharing the love of jewelry.

Susan McGrath



Susan McGrath has been teaching and coaching for twelve years. She has coached both youth and high school sports including Varsity Volleyball, JV & Varsity Lacrosse, JV Cheerleading, girls softball, and Club Volleyball. Her achievements include Coach of the Year and she has been involved in starting several area teams at the high school and club level. Susan is also the mother of two children.

Jonathan Francois

Hi. I'm Jon Francois. Here's some information to skim through or care less about: I'm from West Hartford, CT and I graduated in the Class of 2009 at Hall High School. I was very active in the school's theater department as an actor in various productions as well as an occassional writer for "Hall Highlights", the school newspaper. I had a good thing going with acting so I thought "why not try it in college?". I became an acting major at the University Of The Arts in Philadelphia and, as you would guess, withdrew from the school a year and a half later. It just didn't work out. I've been taking time off for the past few months evaluating my desires and ambitions and the search pointed me towards broadcast communications. My maturity can be best explained through interviewing and performing scenes with talking lifeless objects on West Hartford Community Television. By saying that I write the material myself, I've already sweetened your opinion of me. To make a short story even shorter, I'm currently trying to get back to school in Connecticut to study broadcasting and am very honored to be a part of this contest. As we speak, my hand is holding up space representing a "cheers" glass of champagne. See you soon!

Anthony Pelliccio

Anthony Pelliccio is a not-so-well known satirist. He used to operate a website called Newsofthisworld.com, which poked fun at current events. The radio show he will facilitate will be of the same ilk...poking fun at current events and various news stories. He has a Bachelor's of Science in Telecommunications Management. He is now in sales.

Week Six contestants- voting is now opened


Aaron Phillips

My radio career started by hosting a weekly sports show in HAZLET, NEW JERSEY on "SOLID GOLD WCNJ" 89.9 FM about 17 years ago. At the same time I was hired to provide my voice for voice-over work for RESEARCH EDUCATION ASSOC. in New Brunswick, NJ. English as a second language for foreign businessmen.

I moved to Las Vegas 14 years ago. Since then I have done Public Service Announcements for KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL and for THE FOUNDATION FOR POSITIVELY KIDS in Las Vegas. Sports came knocking again. I had the opportunity to provide color commentating for JR. GOLDEN GLOVES BOXING CHAMPIONSHIPS in Mesquite, NV, July 2008. I was part of a new team that launched "THE SPORTS ZOO" sports-talk radio show on KLAV-1230AM from October 19th, 2008-September 26, 2009. The opportunity came to have " THE SPORTS ZOO" air on the local Fox Sports affiliate on FOX SPORTS RADIO 920-KBAD, LAS VEGAS from September 26 2009 to February 2010. At the start of 2010, my current on-air partner and I were developing a new show that would allow us to talk about Las Vegas from a new perspective, as residents and let the world know that there is a lot more to Las Vegas than The Strip. Currently I am CEO and Co-Host for Vegas Unwrapped Internet Radio: "Unwrapping Vegas One Show at a Time". I've created my own path into radio and I am very proud of what Vegas Unwrapped Productions, LLC has accomplished in a relatively short time.

Jeffrey Campbell

DAMN!!  Finally an opportunity to get myself on the radio doing what I 'Love' to do...TALK!!

I can't wait to share my views on this 'crazy world' that we live in and somehow make a difference. Hmmmm, whaddaya think?  I love to make people laugh and smile because it makes me feel good...that's reality.  Growing up on the streets of the 'Marion Section' of Jersey City, New Jersey, I learned more than any school could ever teach me. 

 So let's get back to simplier times when life was less complicated and we cared more about each other!!!  Tune in!!!!!

Jason Walters



The Marty and Stanley Show:

The Marty and Stanley show is a hybrid news /talk, radio show with fictional characters Marty and Stanley. Created by Jason Walters (Marty) and Adam Koropatkin (Stanley)in the Fall of 2010, it is a part scripted part improv show with real news, stories, guests, callers, and Big laughs!


Wayne Orr

Wayne Orr was raised in Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada into a large
family. He lived in the Philippines for two years and learned how to speak
three Filipino dialects. Wayne is currently a video editor and he also films
web commercials. Wayne has a Bachelors from BYU in Media Arts. He enjoys
watching movies as well as critiquing them. Wayne is also an impersonator
and a improvisational comedian but he also follows his heart. This all
influences the way he looks at movies. He loves the blockbusters as well as
the dramatic films. His favorite genre is animation. If you want to see Wayne's impersonation abilities, search his full name on YouTube.

Week Seven contestants- voting is closed


Scott Robertson

Scott Robertson has a weekly show, NSFW on FCC Free Radio out of Sacramento, California. Scott first got into radio on 91.7 WXCI, the station at Western Connecticut State University. Scott went on to have his own show highlighting local bands, Guerilla Radio on AM 1260 WMMM and worked in promotions at KOOL 96.7 FM before moving to the west coast.

Jeff Brown

Founder of dorkshelf.com and co host of the geeknerddork Podcast, was born and raised in a small town outside of ottawa. A film, tv movie and comic buff, Jeff has also appeared in a wide range of projects. Check out dorkshelf.com, geeknerddork.com and bigsexycomics.com to see a wide range of examples.
Jeff currently resides in Toronto with his wife and dog.


Phillip V. Guerra



Writer, Conspiracy Theory Researcher, and Major Collaborator for the new James Regan Novel called "Frameworks: The Price of Delusion", Phillip is the Father of two girls Celeste and Maria (Lali), and lives in San Antonio, TX. Currently the Webmaster & Media Director for All of the answers.com . . He has a background in radio and television broadcasting as freelance journalist and independent producer. He hopes to develop new concepts in radio and television programming.

 Sondra Pummill



Sondra Pummill is a woman who lives on The Central Coast of California and has something to say! Far from ordinary, she has pursued dance and art, and graduated with a BA in Psychology. Sondra became interested in Politics and Social Injustices while in college, when she found out that most of what had been taught in her U.S. History classes, had been one-sided and that prior Presidents of The United States had told lies to the public through the media. In her Political Science classes, Sondra was exposed to the brutal truth that there is a lot of corruption in politics, and that many citizens do not vote. Not only this, but also philosophies of how human nature can operate. She became passionate about advocating for women not being used as objects in her culture, and began to associate the media with the way many people view themselves. Driven by her strong voice for peace, truth, and justice, Sondra began trying to influence friends. Sondra Pummill has heard of hardships from her female friends and even from strangers; voices who may not ever be able to speak in front of a live audience to tell of their nightmares. Sondra believes that it can take a while and a lot of research to get to the truth on issues, but is willing to do her part in finding some of this information. She believes people can overcome any kind of trial or suffering and has much faith in God. Some of the causes Sondra advocates for are:

1) Ending abuse of all types against the target group of women and children
2) Exposing corruption, misconceptions, and lies in the media
3) Advocating for peace for humanity, yet upholding the right to be prepared for battle
4) Liberty for individuals to exist in love amongst one another in their communities
5) A change in the mentality of pop-culture---away from the money, crotches, and killing, and onto some REAL music and lyrics
6) Freedom of Speech and the willingness of citizens to seek truth and talk about issues

WEEK Eight - Thursday, July 21, 2011 3-4

P.M. EST- voting is opened

Karl Knight



DOB 11/03/1962 48 years old. Born in Itsuzuki, Japan. Graduated from Vicenza American High school, Vicenza, Italy. Father from Shawnee, Oklahoma, Mother form Kansas City, MO. Oklahoma Baptist University alumni. United States Army reconnaissance scout, Veteran. Father of five children, three grandchildren. Over twenty five years of Executive managerial experience. PHD in Life.

Rick Oberuc

When I was 12, I wanted to be a DJ. So I asked my mom to drive me to my favorite radio station (which was literally down the road as we lived in scenic Blairstown, NJ at the time). And we stopped in and I told my favorite DJ my dream that I wanted to be a DJ. And the DJ kind of looked at me and said, "Kid, study hard in school and find a better paying job than being a DJ." I was kind of puzzled by this advice because I thought being a DJ was the best job in the world... Getting paid to play songs people want to hear and getting to listen to music all day. How could this be so bad? So I studied hard in school so I could get a better job. And I have been very lucky and worked some dream jobs. To date I have been paid to help clean a candy factory and make candy (summer jobs at M&M Mars), paid to watch TV (college job at a television microwave relay company that distributed major networks from East and West coast through the Midwest), and play various forms of advanced video games for over 25 years (software engineering for a whole range of industries and applications). But the most fun I have ever had is when I used to DJ at college parties or been on the air live for college radio when I could find ways to fit it in. So I'm giving this a shot because I'd like to finally land that particular dream job. By the way when I was 5, I wanted to be an astronaut...oh, yeah. Not covered by what your website does. But if I figure out a way, I'd be willing to combine the two and broadcast from space.

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