Thanks for checking in...

Sorry, there haven't been any posts for awhile, as the show goes on hiatus from time to time. Rumor has it, that special 'holiday' episodes are in the works, and possibly even a 2009 re-birth.

Anyone can have a show on public access, if they have the time and motivation, and they can be responsible for the shows content. Of course, certain types of television aren't allowed, but for the most part, public access is YOUR channel not MPW's, so feel free to get involved my contacting the MCC Video Department. MPW Cable graciously supports the channel so you can have a televised medium to communicate with your fellow residents.

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July 'Late Night' Call-in Episodes

Last night's call-in episode went great, with non-stop calls. Thanks for the support.

Just a couple more call-in episodes left, so make sure to take advantage of this opportunity to 'interact' with the show.

Also, if you would like us to discuss a certain 'topic' on the show, just leave me a comment, and I will try and read it over the air.

thanks for watching.

Thursday, July 10th episode

Didn't get to call in? Post your topic or question here... Also, if you have a suggestion for a topic for next Thursday Night's LIVE broadcast from 9:30pm to 10:30pm please feel free to pass it along and maybe we can use it on the show. Witty comments can possibly be read on the show as well.

For this episode, we mainly disussed 'summers in iowa'. RAGBRAI, Musc. Aqua Center, Flooding, etc. We had several callers who were able to take advantage of the interactive nature of these late night episodes.

If you missed it tune in all weekend at 10pm, and 1am. These are only played later at night because they are rated 'M', so kids, ask your parents permission before watching the show. And, parents, ask your kids permission before not watching the show... it's good for you to be involved with your community. Musca'T'time can make a difference!

LIVE w/ Call-ins this thursday, for real.

Yocom was celebrating the 4th in East St. Louis, so we had to postpone the first 'late night' editions of the show. Looks like we are in for this thursday the 10th from about 9:35pm to 10:35pm.

Not sure what the featured topics will be, but we do allow random topics from the viewing audience, so tune in and enjoy some good local satire.

Let's get Patri Artic Up in Here!

This week's guests were themed to help celebrate our nations's 4th of July celebration. First up we let people know about the World War II Tour happening this October. The Muscatine American Legion is helping gather donations to send 30 WWII vets to the memorial in Washington D.C. We were honored to have an actual WWII vet as one of the guests.

Then we had the Muscatine Cultural Alliance speaking about the PartriArt Week this June 28th, to July 4th. June 28th is celebration at the Brew. Yocom will be on the Historic Bike ride event Sunday the 29th, portraying the founder of the Weber Button Co. Wednesday is Blues in the Park (weed park), with Andrew Landers & Ellis Kell at 6pm. Thursday is a great event on Downtown Streets. And, of course friday is the fireworks celebration.

We have a break next week. Then doing three or four 'late night' versions of the show with call-ins, local editorial, satire, etc. thursdays at 9:30pm.

Flooding is a bad deal.

Not trying to be insensitive, I would say the flooding situation is a bad deal, and our sympathies to those majorly affected. Looks like columbus junction got hit hard, again, that is a bad deal but they came together as a community, so some good did come of it.

Otherwise, we chatted with the lil league team, the orioles. Yocom claims to have future major league stars on the team, so what an honor to get to interview them before they hit the bigs.

We are going to get patriatoic next week, so flag burners best not tune in. We will talk about the downtown 'partriart' celebrations and have a guest from the american legion talking about a WWII memorial tour that some local vets are going to attend.

Maybe some ricking and rolling, you never know.

Lil' League

This week we had Yocom's Little League team the Orioles out on the show. Muscatine has a great baseball/softball scene at Kent-Stein Park, and four of the team members got some air-time talking about life in the little leagues.

Look's like the end of the world is just that much closer, as another round of flooding is rampaging the area. Go out and live it up, because the apocolypse can't be far, as each year more sporadic weather catastrophes, disease, famine, fallen economies, gas shortages, etc, seem to be taking over.

Next week we will talk about the PatriArt Week of festivities in Muscatine, and the WWII Veterans Honor Tour.

Then in July, the afterhours version of the show kicks in, where we take phone calls and chat about hyper local topics of interest and current events. The show records LIVE thursdays at 9:30pm then only re-broadcasts late at night after the little old ladies have gone to bed (around 10pm). That will be fun while it lasts.

Dean Wellman has some T

This episode we had a local digital artist, named Dean Wellman out on the show. He debuted his new short film/music video "The Last Stand". Dean is an artist of all trades, music, songwriting, video, painting, clay, metal, web, graphics, etc. He has been contributing to the show on a regular basis by submitting videos from his website Exploration Iowa. Check it out for the best in midwest arts and culture. I even have some video on the site, as well as some cameo appearances.

I also took a moment to promote the upcoming Duathlon Training Practice that Muscatine Multisport is putting on this Wednesday at Saulisbury(6pm by the bridge). If you want to try it out, bring a bike, running shoes and helmet. We will run 2miles, then bike 12 miles and then finish with another 2miles. It is a very tough workout, and everyone's times will be recorded for future reference.

I am proud to be a part of this group, and encourage anyone who wants to get in the best shape possible while meeting healthy friends to get involved. Don't worry, they know how to have fun as well. Afterall, the Missippi Brew is one of their sponsors.

Next week Yocom's Orioles will be out and we will talk about Muscatine Little League.

T-Time to Go LATE NIGHT!!!

Today we talked about Great River Days and it's search for a new group to organize it in 2009. We also reviewed some of the bike racing that occured in the area over the memorial day holiday.

Nancy Shell was the guest and she is having a special fun - run fundraiser for breast cancer research on june 29th at the discovery center park. This is a 9.3 mile run with a $10 donation. It starts at 8am. Show up, get in shape and support a good cause.

Also, starting in July, we will temporarily move the show to 9:30pm on thursday nights, to give you viewers a chance to call in. Yes, this prime time slot means people will actually be at home and able to watch the show, call in and get involved in our rants. Also, the later time allows for more 'adult' content.

thanks for watching.

Hooking Up in Small Town America

This week's show didn't feature any guests, so that freed me up to present a lecture on 'hooking up in small town america'. Essentially, I strive to help single men throughout our local community find that special someone to share their lives with.

- Confidence is key, she isn't any better than you, and there are dozens of other pretty girls just like her. If she isn't interested, on to the next one.

- Don't try and meet women at bars, meet them where you are (hence, try and BE at as many places as possible

- Have a PASSION and let others know about it. Get involved, and things will start to go your way.

-Spread the Love. Say 'Hi' and smile, make the world a better place while potentially hooking up.

Next week, Nancy Shell and Muscatine Running Friends are on the show. Thanks for watching.

Call - In Episode - "hookin up in small town america"

Last week's episode featured a representative from Bandag and the Musc. History Museum who discussed the 50th anniversary of Bandag and the new exhibit at the museum.

We tried to get some floorspace for our video production company to showcase it's rich history, and it seems like Melanie gave us the green light to use some space down in the basement next to the broom closet.

Since we don't have any specific guests this thursday, we will open up the phone lines. I will be giving my master's thesis dissertation: "Hooking up in small town america", so feel free to call in to take advantage of my expertise in the area of interpersonal relations.

Other than that we will see what topics come up. Sure, not to many people are actually watching tv at 10am on a thursday, so the calls are a little sparse, but me and yocom can chat it up with or without viewer interaction.

Speaking of that, yocom has the lead on a female hippie chic to replace the t-dogg as our third-party perspective co-host. I do like the hippie chics, yes, indeed. Daily showering is overated and bad for the environment.

Episode Recap

Our 15th episode of the 2008 season turned out to be very informative.

We delved into local politics by hosting another sheriff candidate, Frank Draper.

Later in the episode Gail Van Heck and Kim Hatfield were guests as they discussed this year's Cancer Relay For Life. Cancer never sleeps, so why should you? Join the fun Friday May 16th at the MHS stadium.

Want to be a guest? Let us know why you think you are SO special.

T-Dogg is MIA, so also looking for a replacement. Your responsibility would be to sit quietly along the side of the set, and speak when spoken too. Your comments should be slightly offensive. Inquire within.

CYWA rastlin

Thursday's episode was hosted by Chad Yocom of CYWA, and guests were 'chief' and the prodigy of MXWA. They have a big event May 16th, so make sure and check it out.

Musca-Tick-Time

Thursday's guest was 'dan the animal man'. He was all fired up to talk about Lyme Disease and how to prevent it and/or treat it. Basically, ticks host onto deer and mice then end up in the grass. They then jump onto your pets and possibly even you! Symptoms of Lyme Disease include fever, arthritis and heart problems.

At T-Time, we want to put a permanent end to this epidemic that sweeps Iowa in the spring and fall! We are proposing that all deer and mice be executed, therefore eliminating the threat of future disease transmission. We are also organizing a community 'Crop Dusting Event'. We are hoping to contract a crop duster to fly over muscatine on Thursday May 15th. This airplane will disseminate a chemical that repels ticks.

We are asking that all citizens of Muscatine stand outside during the hours of 2pm and 4pm to recieve this free 'spritzing' of chemical relief. Please wear as little clothing as possible to insure adequate coverage.(unless you are a bit unsightly, then use your own best judgement).

Don't forget the pets and the kids, this is a FAMILY event.

Next week, CYWA is back at the studio, along with whatever else we conjur up.

Episode #12 - Amateur Radio

Today's episode featured Tom Brehmer. A former disc jockey in Muscatine, who now scratches his itch for radio through a HAM Radio. The Muscatine Amateur Radio Club meets monthly at the Musser Library and gives local radio operators a forum for interaction.

For more information visit www.muscatinehams.org.

T-Dogg and Yocom were absent today so I opened the phone lines and talked a bit about the smoking ban the Iowa State Government has recently passed. A caller wondered about chewing tobacco, as perhaps taking over where smoking tobacco left off.

While chewing tobacco may not be quite as dangerous as second hand smoke, there are still risks to the general population:
1) You could slip on chew spit and crack open your head
2) Inadvertantly drinking from a chewing tobacco 'spitoon' will do both mental and physical harm.
3) Chics will look really gross with a wad of chaw pinched between their cheek and gum, therefore possibly leading to a decline in human reproduction and subsequent population decline.
4) It will be hard to make eye contact with people who have large flakes of tobacky wedged between their teeth.
5) Baseball players will have to find a new habit to be sterotyped with.

Next week, we switch from talking about 'spitting chew' to 'sucking blood', with our first annual "Deer tick" Celebration Event. You won't want to miss it!

Episode #11 & Smoking Ban

For Thursdays episode, we had Mike Wade as our featured guest. He is running for Sheriff in Muscatine County. He forgot to bring his Taser Gun, so T-Dogg escaped another zapping. I am charging the battery on my handheld "Z-Force III, 100,000Volt" Taser, though, so look for more willful injury in future episodes.

A couple of high school kids kept shadowing me around all morning, so I decided to put them on the show as guests later in the episode.

Did you know that there is an amature radio club in town? Yep, and Tom Brehmber (former disc jockey for 93.1fm) will be a guest to talk about it next week. Apparently anyone with interest can operate their own radio station using FCC reserved radio frequencies. Sounds slightly interesting, plus Tom B. is an aspiring comedian, so should be fun.

-SMOKING BAN-
Rumors of the Pearl City Rugby head coach coming out have not been confirmed, but that is still in the works. If not, then maybe I will take phone calls on this new smoking ban, that means no more smoking in 99.5% of public places including bars and restaurants. That has got to be ruffling a few feathers.

If they don't let people smoke at bars, why not ban them from drinking as well, that is also dangerous to others and a personal health risk? I was trying to lead a healthy lifestyle, so avoiding smoky bars was part of my plan. But, if they aren't smoking in them anymore, they will be more alluring to a healthier crowd... hopefully I don't succomb to the temptation.

But, really, I think owners should chose for themselves, I hate to see too much government control. I, personally, would then only go to the smoke-free bars/restaurants, because I don't smoke and don't think chics that do are worth hitting on. However, that doesn't mean that weekend smokers shouldn't have a place to unwind, and be care free for a few hours.

I guess, though, it is time to end this smoking thing. It is life shortening and raises everyones health insurance. Deal with it, and never fear, society will come up with a new vice, even cooler than smoking to replace this once popular pastime. Not sure what, any ideas? please share.

Also, be advised, this is a ban in 'PUBLIC' places... Therefore 'PRIVATE' restaurants and bars are going to become very popular for some. Yes, the Moose, The Elks, The Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, the VFW, the American Legion, etc, will be gaining membeship.

So, if you are a smoker, don't sweat it. Pay your monthly dues, and head over to the Moose. Current bar owners may see a drop in sales. And don't look for a new, undiscovered clientelle of non-smokers to suddenly decide to start boozing it up and Terri's just because it is smoke-free. Even if they did go, they wouldn't chug down as much hooch...

Job Posting - CYWA

*********CYWA is currently recruiting!*********

The biggest, baddest, wrestlers in Muscatine and the Midwest.

Must have ability to entertain 1000's of viewers and loyal fans.

Previous experience in being tough and kicking ass necessary.

If interested please see The Chief or T-Dogg after the MXWA show on Saturday April 5th.


Yocom
CYWA Founder and CEO

T-Timin Datin Episode

Looks like some interest in the Muscatine Dating Game/Date Doctors. Perhaps we can bring it back as an episode of Musca-T-Time. I will need to find an extremely eligible (by that I mean HOT) single female. Once I pull that off I will take applications from single males who want to enter the competition to win a date with her. Depending on her specs (age, dating parameters, etc.) I will determine who I take applications from. She will then interview the winning three candidates on LIVE Television and chose which one to go on a date with. Of course, she won't get to see what they look like ahead of time, she will have to use her female intuition.

So single females... Are you tired of the Muscatine Dating Scene? Would you like the professional staff at Access Channel Nine to present you with pre-qualified dating candidates that you can chose from? How about a free meal (on your date) not to mention the instant celebrity status of being acknowledged as one of Muscatine's most eligible single females? If so contact me via email and I will send you a questionaire.

So single guys... Are you a lonely loser who can't get a date? Are you tired of watching cinemax after dark, by yourself in the basement of your parent's house? If so, become a dating candidate for a future episode. You may get to be on the show as one of three contestants. We will even pay for part of the date!

Email your contact info to cbishop@eicc.edu. I will send you some questions to email back to me, and will also need a photo (a recent one, that is actually of yourself). Once I have a handful of candidates and an attractive female, it is game on! I may also elect to use the applications to conduct a LIVE telethon-style 'bachelor auction'. Details to follow.

Thanks for watching.

All Right, Last Call...

It is great to see so many comments on the blog, regarding our last episode that featured the MXWA. I will open up another thread for some final blogs regarding the wrestling scene in Muscatine. Then, it it would make sense for the comments to be posted on their website:

http://www.mxwawrestling.com/

There is currently a nice re-cap and photo of the T-Time episode in which they appeared on.

As you may know, Mr. Yocom is in training all week, in hopes of shaping T-Dogg up to compete in future events, so he won't be appearing on this week's episode. He has even given up his brief stint as a real estate agent to adorn the Muscatine Wrestling 'Crown'...

So this week's show will feature the little known world of of bike racing in Muscatine.

Since Yocom is absent, we will probably take calls from 10:30am to 11am on thurs, so call-in if you want.

Also, are they any suggestions for other topics and/or guests that will get people as fired up as the MXWA has apparently been able to?

Thanks for watching.

Episode #9: The Fine Arts and the Swine Arts

Whew, that was a loaded episode. First off we talked a little about the proposed riverfront improvements and the upcoming LIVE concert at the video studio the 28th at 8:30pm. Below is an announcment. Make sure to tune into channel nine to witness the debut of this new entertainment series "All-Access Pass". If you are a performance artist let me know, and we may be able to arrange for an appearance on future editions....

The Muscatine School Orchestra came out and performed the Led Zepplin classic, "Stairway to Heaven". It is great to have some fine arts opportunities for Muscatine Youth.

But this episode had some fun for the whole family... As the MXWA made an appearance the second half of the show promoting their April 5th show at the fiesta. The "prodigy" and "the one and only Mike Glory" were the initial guests. They had trouble getting their message across as Chad Yocom's newly formed wrestling organization (the CYWA) was talking a lot of smack.

With T-Dogg as his bodygaurd, Mr. Yocom stole "prodigy's" world title belt and then tazed 'the one and only' when he tried to re-claim it. Yocom is training T-Dogg and the Monkey Lion, for future wrestling events, so they may even make a 'VIA Satellite' appearance on april 5th.

Things got out of hand later in the show as 'the CHIEF' power bombed Mr. Extreme. We had to cut the show off early, because all of the MXWA athletes headed out to the parking lot to re-claim the belt from CHIEF, who had earlier taken it from Yocom's Wrestling Posse.

Next week we are featuring an athletic club I belong to... The Harper Cycling Racing Team, so be sure to tune in. Yocom will be absent, commited to his new venture in the world of Midwest Wrestling. Thanks for watching.

The 'Tasing' of T-Dogg

We amped up this week's show by busting out our 100,000 volt taser and gave the dogg a few jolts. He was seemingly unphased by the intial gut check, so we progressively zapped him in more sensitive areas, from the forearm building up to the neck.

T-Dogg involuntarily convulsed with the tasing but didn't seem too harmed, so we took requests from our studio audience. From that we tased him on the ear, the tongue and even the nipple!
Apparently, the t-dogg is one tough bird. In fact this inspired us to see just how tough this guy is. Look for future episodes involving pepper spray, hot pepper eating, and anything else we can think of. Or maybe you have some ideas that you would like to suggest.

Tom Savage was also out talking about his book, a dictionary of iowa places. Check it out at his downtown store or at amazon.com. We are hoping that the folks at Ripley's trailer park heed the call, and consider incorporating their own town, freeing themselves from the constraints of Muscatine annexation.

Also, Mr. Yocom of CYWA, has called out the MXWA on LIVE television! The MXWA is a world-class group of regional wrestlers. So tune in next week as well, as they will be out here talking about their upcoming special event and putting the smack down.

Smokin Pot Holes

This week we took a break from having guests and had a 'CALL-IN' episode. We will probably do those from time to time, to let viewers become a part of the show. Our topics included the POT hole situation in Muscatine and the proposed SMOKING BAN.

The city must have been tuned in to Thursdays LIVE broadcast, because they have already put up barricades around the pot hole that I singled out, that resides in front of the colorado street apts.

ADOPT A POT HOLE', sounds like a good plan to us. Grab a bucket, some slag, and start filling. "The only you have to FEAR is FILL itself". I am not sure if it is legal to actually fill in pot holes, so please let us know if any legal charges are brought against any of those who 'opt to adopt'.

SMOKIN BAN...lots of mixed opinions. The government wants to keep those who work in public places safe from the harms of second hand smoke. The solution, start smoking, not much has really been said about '1st hand smoke' being bad for you, these days, as second hand smoke is now public enemy number one.

Next week we are talking about our great downtown area & more.

Minnows In The Tide

We had a great show last Thursday, and premiered Mark Showalter and Dean Wellman's latest creative endeavor "Minnows in the Tide". This film features music and performances by Mark and the creative and artistic video stylings of Dean Wellman. For more information on the video visit Mark's myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/marchans.

Monkey Lion video

It's Here! Visual and Audio proof that there is a Muscatine Monkey Lion.

'monkeys and ducks'

The theme of this week's show was 'monkeys and ducks'. We revealed footage of an interview chad yocom acquired with the elusive Muscatine 'monkey lion' . Based on information gained from interviews with Rupert Peen Bodalouski, Mr. Yocom was able to track down the creature underneath the Muscatine High Bridge. Though risking his life, he ultimately befriended the lion and the two began to discuss improvements to the Mark Twain Overlook area.

Our guests were 'Up With People', a international touring group of young adults spreading world peace. They are having a concert this tuesday at MHS at 7pm. Check them out at http://www.upwithpeople.org/. Also, be aware of the group's opposition... 'Down With People'.

From Monkeys to Ducks, Heather Gafellar was on hand to bring awareness to the local chapeter of 'Ducks Unlimited'. They are having a banquet at the rendevous March 8th to help raise funds to preserve our nations natural habitats. They meet at Diamond Dave's Tuesday nights for their meetings, all are welcome, except monkey enthusiasts and vegetarians.

The monkey lion will be back next week along with a premiere from two local filmakers.

Musca Tournament Time

Episode #4 was our 'Sweetheart's Special'. We were exhilarated to learn about T-Dogg's Top Ten Places to Meet Chics in Muscatine, and will report back as to any successes the T-Time Crew may have in the future. T-Dogg's Valentine 'Angie' stopped in and recieved a rose from the T-Dogg, what a magical moment.

Yes, it's tournament time. First up, make sure to sign up for the 'Pearl city disc Golf Tournament' that happens Sat. March 1st, 10am at Fuller Park. Entry is $15 by the 22nd and includes a free innova disc. register online at www.ci.muscatine.ia.us or 263-0241. Thanks to nick gow for visiting the studio with this exciting event.

Also, the 'nothing but net' 3 on 3 basketball tournament is happening march 8th at centeral gym. Marrisa Boldon of the Parks and rec came out to the show to help promote this first time event. The T-Time crew is even thinking about signing up. $40.00 for a team of 4, register online at www.ci.muscatine.ia.us or 263-0241.

---THIS JUST IN--- We have a new field correspondent to add to our cast list. The Muscatine 'MONKEY LION' was discovered under the high bridge, and we will be featuring a look at life from his unique perspective in upcoming episodes.

If you want to be on the show email me, or stop out and be a part of the studio audience each thurs. at 10am.

Episode #3

We had a great show Thursday, Feb. 7th. If you missed the LIVE broadcast, of course you can tune into it all weekend on Access Channel Nine at 10am, 3pm and 8pm.

We arranged for a live Singing Valentine for MCC Co-Worker Katie Watson, then got down to the serious business of helping spread the word about this years 'Relay For Life" Cancer fundraiser.

Next week will be our Sweetheart's Special. Plus we will welcome Nick Gow and Marissa Boldon who will be speaking about two upcoming tournaments: A disc golf tournament and 3 on 3 basketball tournament.

T-Dog Valentine Update

BEWARE!!!




T-Dog is out on the hunt for the best place in Muscatine to "pick up chics".

T-Dog will be out this weekend at all of the obvious places like MuscaBus, Circle K, Wal-Mart, the PlaMor Lanes and so many others. Stay on the look-out!

COMMENT!!

Where do YOU think the best places are in Muscatine to pick up "chics"?

2nd Gallon of Tea

Episode #2 went very well. We welcomed 'T-Dogg' to the show, and his new digs... the "T-Dogg Kennel". This area of the set features a porch area for him to enjoy the show, and a studio apartment in the back, for those nights when he needs a place to crash.

We were also happy to feature rosalee motor revial's music video for 'making list' as part of the show provided by Dean Wellman.

Our featured guests were Amanda and Annie from the Young Professionals Network. Please visit their website for more information on how you can get involved. (link on side bar)

Next week we are gearing up for valentine's day, featuring T-Dogg's Top 'Ten Places in Muscatine to Meet Chics' rundown. If you don't have a date for Vday yet, you will want to tune in and learn from the master himself. Special guests include promoters of the 'Relay for Life' Cancer fundraiser, and singing valentine's from the heartland harmony barbershop quartet.

Episode #2

For Episode #2 we have the "Muscatine Young Professionals Network" as our special guests. They are a newer group in Muscatine that help promote achievement, friendships and a better local experience for career-minded individuals under 40.

We are also going to welcome 'T-Dogg' to the show. He is our new field correspondent, and will be hanging out in his 'dogg kennel' just off to the side of the main stage. His unique perspective on all things muscatine will give the show that slightly off-balanced feeling, similar to what me and chad y have after downing a gallon of Tea.

THIS JUST IN! Dean Wellman has supplied the show with Music Videos from his "Exploration Iowa" project. We will feature one per episode, usually at the end of the show. He has covered dozens of regional artists, and his talent, as well as the musicians he showcases will be a great addition to the show's lineup. Thanks Dean.

Chad skYbox

What do you think of Muskie Football coach Brian Sauser leaving the Muskies and going to coach 2008 at Iowa City West?

If this happens, I hope we get a coach that can rally the kids and continue the Muskie's status as a top contender in the MAC. There's alot of talent on this 2008 Muskie team!

In my opinion Sauser has done a lot to make the Muskie's one of the more feared teams in the state of Iowa. I believe Coach Sauser will have his spot in the Muskie Hall of Fame.

Comments?

First Gallon of Tea is down the hatch

Ok, we successfully launched the new season, today at 10am LIVE on channel nine. If you missed it, the re-broadcasts are Fri-Sat-Sun at 10am, 3pm & 8pm. Please feel free to leave comments under this blog regarding questions, opinions, topic ideas etc. Feel free to join us LIVE every Thursday at 10am at the MCC TV Theater at 62 Larson Hall. Maybe you want to be on the show? Let us know. We are also looking for a Field Correspondent to do interviews of current event issues, and a 'T-Time' Mascot. We are hoping the Mascot will be under 5 feet tall.

We visited with Marie Press and talked about the Pearl City Players. This is a new group that produces drama productions and mentors those new to the art of theater. They are looking for actors, set designers, customers, directors, etc. Maybe you can get involved. Also, Muscatine! The Musical DVD's are on sale, more info to come, but contact Marie Press for info.

The NEW MUSCATINE ZOO? Monkeys, birds, snakes, elephants, oh yeah...oops, they are going to be bushes, not the real deal. Still I think that is a great idea, and the expense of running an actual Zoo would be a big undertaking. If you don't do it right, the animals suffer, and the monkey's will be flinging more of therir dissatisfaction at the visitors. So, yes, a garden that features bush's in the forms of zoo animals, why not. It will make a great park even better. And the expense of keeping bushes trimmed isn't nearly what it would be to feed and care for live animals. What do you think?

Get out you Tea cups... It's Time

Ok, Thursday the 23rd at 10am is the LIVE broadcast of the debut of Musca-T-Time. We have Marie Press as a guest and will talk about the proposed Zoo at Weed Park. After the show I will post a show report, that you can use to comment if you didn't get through on the phonelines, or prefer to use the internet to interact with the show. Also, feel free to email questions, or topic ideas to my work e-mail, cbishop@eicc.edu.

Welcome to the 2008 Season

Well, here we go again, but this time we are a little more focused and determined to not only entertain but inform and educate viewers of MPW Cable about Muscatine specific issues and topics. We will be airing at LIVE at 10am on Thursdays starting January 24th. We will have a weekly 'hot topic', guests as well as a rundown of local current events.

As always, you will be invited to participate!!! New this season, you have more options to become a part of the show. You can either call-in to the LIVE broadcast, post comments and vote on this blog, or be a member of the studio audience. The studio has doubled in size, so there is room for an audience. And, if you are brave, you can even have some of the infamous 'Tea' that me and Chad Yocom have been swilling on throughout the years of producing this show.

This just in!!! Musca-Bus will be offering a FREE SHUTTLE ride from City Hall at 9:45am. So hop in the 'T-Time Shuttle' and be a member of the studio audience.

Also - Dean Wellman has agreed to supply us with music videos from his 'Exploration Iowa' archives. We will feature one music video from a local artist each week.

Thanks for watching and check back to this site often for editorials, polls and contests, and don't forget to get involved by commenting to the posts.