[personal profile] stoney321
First, the Top Chef Finale's recap is up at Hey, Don't Judge Me. Let's keep discussion there to spare people of spoilers, okay?

Second, as we have some shows winding down, I'm looking to add new ones to the stable of shows at HDJM, and am looking for new writers.

Here's what to do, if you're interested:

  1. Email me at heydontjudgeme[at]gmail.com, subject header: NEW WRITER:[show you want to recap]

  2. send me a sample of a recap for the show (if it's a show that hasn't aired yet, pick another show with a similar vein, ie: mystery for mystery, sci fi for sci fi, etc.) It only needs to be a few paragraphs long, like a scene or two, just enough to give me an idea of your writing style

  3. WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR: conversational writing. Imagine telling a long-lost friend about the most amazing thing they're not watching.

  4. Also: understand that I EXPECT a 24-hour or less turn around time. Consistently being late means getting the boot. Sorry, but we're moving into pro-territory here, and I expect my writers to piss excellence. :D


And if it's a returning show, I'd love for the new writer to be willing to go back and sum up previous seasons, if possible.

Date: 2012-03-01 03:27 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] menomegirl.livejournal.com
Whoo! Hoo! More show recaps!

*pom-poms*

Date: 2012-03-01 04:03 pm (UTC)

Date: 2012-03-01 03:32 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] flaming-muse.livejournal.com
I would like to apply to recap Glee, because I feel your current recapper doesn't love Kurt and Blaine enough.

Oh, wait...

It says I should send you an e-mail, right. I'll get on that.

Date: 2012-03-01 04:02 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
OMG, she's the worst, right? Just dreadful.

(And she smells.)

Date: 2012-03-01 03:44 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] pernickety.livejournal.com
UK shows Yes/No? I read the about bit on HDJM and it didn't say US only, so *hopeful eyes.*

I was thinking of doing Whitechapel recaps. The final episode of series 3 is on this week, but if there's a fourth, I could play catch up till that airs.

Date: 2012-03-01 04:02 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
UK shows are fine! Hit me up, gurl, you know I like your writing already!

Date: 2012-03-01 08:29 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] pernickety.livejournal.com
I just sent the sample over to you. Let me know if the attachment doesn't work/you want more/you'd prefer I never contact you again. :)

Date: 2012-03-01 08:41 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
Oh, hush your mouth. I almost ALMOST wanted to reinstate Celebs_on-Crack on HDJM where all of our old characters review things.

IT COULD HAVE BEEN FANTASTIC... Oh, crack, I miss you.

Date: 2012-03-01 08:44 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] pernickety.livejournal.com
Oh, man! I now have mental images of Will Ferrell, Vanessa Paradis and Jack Davenport watching Sherlock together. It could have been majestic and magnificent.

I still miss that rpg. GOOD TIMES.

Date: 2012-03-01 09:16 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
ME, TOO. I still think that Prince's Cyborg Body and the Colin Farrel Dance Off remains one of the funniest things I've ever been a part of.

Man, the Celebrity Jeopardy! God, we had fun.

Date: 2012-03-01 07:06 pm (UTC)
zyrya: (animal - cute - teddy mouse)
From: [personal profile] zyrya
Oh please please do Whitechapel!

(please!)

Date: 2012-03-01 08:28 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] pernickety.livejournal.com
A Whitechapel fan! I am very happy right now. :)

I sent in my sample, wish me luck!

Date: 2012-03-01 08:53 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
(Oh, she is. She's hilarious.)

Date: 2012-03-01 10:59 pm (UTC)
zyrya: (Blackadder - omg)
From: [personal profile] zyrya
SQUEE! I have so much happy now!

Date: 2012-03-01 03:52 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] evewithanapple.livejournal.com
Just sent you mine! (It's for Bomb Girls (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1955311/).)

Date: 2012-03-01 04:02 pm (UTC)

Date: 2012-03-01 04:04 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] wickedsin.livejournal.com
what if it's a show that is no longer on the air? I don't have access to current TV, but I could recap the hell out of shows on Netflix...

Date: 2012-03-01 04:17 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
It depends on what it is - hit the email above up and we'll go from there!

Date: 2012-03-01 06:48 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] fishwithfeet.livejournal.com
Oh man... I could have an EXCUSE for all the MacGyver I've been watching on Netflix....

Date: 2012-03-01 04:29 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dancetomato.livejournal.com
If I could recap HGTV and DIY, I totally would. But I don't think you want "Bath Crashers" recaps even if they are hosted by the fabulous Matt Muenster.

Date: 2012-03-01 04:30 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dancetomato.livejournal.com
I'd also consider "The Daily Show" if it weren't, you know, daily.

Date: 2012-03-01 04:44 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
Why wouldn't I? If you can promise a fast turn around and be entertaining, I'm all for it. Gurl, you see the in-sruck shuns, get up on dat!

Date: 2012-03-01 10:52 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] elizardbits.livejournal.com
Yeah, totally. Back on the mefi poast there were people wondering why we didn't do more reality teevees a la Hoarders, and I was like IDK I AM ONLY IN CHARGE OF THE NAKED MENS.

Date: 2012-03-01 05:32 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] secondalto.livejournal.com
Ohhh so tempted. But I'm not sure what show I'd want to recap for.

Date: 2012-03-01 06:16 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] fishwithfeet.livejournal.com
Due to the fact that I don't have cable, what would be your policy on those restricted to using Hulu to access shows? I'd be interested, especially for Terra Nova, Once Upon a Time or Grimm but I'm limited to when it's available to air via the interwebs.

I could *potentially* talk the husband into a Hulu subscription, but I figure it's better to determine logistics first.

Date: 2012-03-01 06:28 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
I pretty much REQUIRE that people have access to their shows, and they must get a turn around in 24 hours. Once we go pro within the month (fingers crossed) that will result in termination, honestly.

Date: 2012-03-01 06:33 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] fishwithfeet.livejournal.com
Understood. You want it to be a successful business after all. I'll check on the turn around for show postings with Hulu Plus for the ones I'm interested in and get back to you.

Date: 2012-03-01 06:43 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
*salute!* And don't forget I still need to see writing samples from applicants.

It's so cool to hear that people are interested, though, YAY!

Date: 2012-03-02 03:37 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] fishwithfeet.livejournal.com
Application sent in. The husband was convinced and it looks like so long as I'm not recapping a FOX network show, I'll be good to go.

Date: 2012-03-02 12:52 pm (UTC)
lynnenne: (damon: perfect clarity)
From: [personal profile] lynnenne
they must get a turn around in 24 hours. Once we go pro within the month (fingers crossed) that will result in termination, honestly.

Noted. I'm moving into my new house this weekend, which will make my time much easier to manage (as opposed to squatting in my parents' basement). Also, I think I forgot to tell you this, but my show is on hiatus until March 15.

Date: 2012-03-02 01:51 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
New house, new house!!!! That is SO EXCITING.

(I knew it was on hiatus! Whew, I'm glad you don't have to deal with recaps while moving, that would have been obnoxious. I can't wait to see pics of the new place. HINT. :D)

Date: 2012-03-01 06:51 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] fitofpique.livejournal.com
I was thinking that I'd love to recap something for you, but I can't really commit to that kind of turnaround at the moment given real life stuff. Maybe someday!

Date: 2012-03-01 07:42 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
When you feel like you're ready to send me something, just know I'll be receptive, sugar beet! <3

Date: 2012-03-01 07:30 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dovil.livejournal.com
I'M GOING TO MOVE TO AMERICA AND BECOME A RECAPPER!

On another note I'm so PROUD of you and your stable (haha) of writers as it's gone from humble begginings to something industry people are taking note of; that's nothing to sniff at, especially if it's a week old diaper.

Date: 2012-03-01 07:43 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
YOU SHOULD. Dammit, I wish you would join us. SURELY there is a show that we don't get here before you. SURELY.

And this is a TWO WEEK OLD DIAPER, thank you. Filled with the finest curries.

Date: 2012-03-01 07:52 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dovil.livejournal.com
SURELY YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS. Sorry, I had an 80's movie moment. I have season two of Sherlock, have you guys had that yet? I assume so. God, what's it like living in a country at the forefront of everything? I pah at you. Pah.

The finest curries and the burning pubic hair of the curlest variety!

Date: 2012-03-01 08:43 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
We have someone on the Sherlock eps. WHAT ABOUT OTHER BBC SHOWS WE DON'T HAVE? (Merlin and Sherlock are the only ones so far.)

Date: 2012-03-01 09:09 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dovil.livejournal.com
If I could think of a show that I'm watching that hasn't screened in America I would be ecstatic because I would pester you mercilessly to join your club and get access to the treehouse of fun, but my life is cruel and horrible and it's not meant to be. SINGLE TEAR TRICKLING DOWN MY CHEEK!

Date: 2012-03-02 12:57 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] dovil.livejournal.com
Wait, do you guys get Geordie Shores? Probably. But see, I'm thinking! Which is hard.

Date: 2012-03-02 02:02 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] crazydiamondsue.livejournal.com
I just wanted you to know that I whinnied as soon as I read stable. That is all.

Date: 2012-03-01 09:23 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] secondalto.livejournal.com
How long will you be accepting e-mails? I think I picked a show, but I want to rewatch an episode to recap before sending in my application.

Date: 2012-03-01 11:12 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] stoney321.livejournal.com
Oh, I'll always welcome submissions, don't fret!

Date: 2012-03-01 11:42 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] roonilwazlib6.livejournal.com
Fantastic! And an excuse to watch a show I love! XD

Date: 2012-03-01 11:53 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] comedyquiche.livejournal.com
Ooh, I am echoing everyone's statements. This is terribly tempting! Alas, I only watch a very limited number of shows right now. Maybe Raising Hope? That show makes me giggle so. I shall ponder and perhaps apply. I would have LOVED to have done Dead Like Me or Pushing Daisies (Both wonderful Bryan Fuller shows) but alas, they both only lasted 2 seasons because the network heads are stupid dumb-butt faces.

Date: 2012-03-02 10:58 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] setauuta.livejournal.com
Yay! Hopefully it won't be too late if I send you something this weekend?

Also: Do you think you'll be wanting to do any other book recap/reviews, like you did for the Hunger Games? Because I'd like to try for something like that, too, if it's viable.
Edited Date: 2012-03-02 10:59 pm (UTC)

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