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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Cat on Lap with Dogs in Costume

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : June 4, 2015
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You never know what you’ll encounter on the streets of New York City.  A few weeks ago, I happen to come across this guy just north of Times Square.  He was riding in a wheelchair, with a cat on his lap, blowing a whistle as his three dogs in costume came running behind… it’s the video you have to see!

The guy wasn’t really talking, he certainly wasn’t asking for money, but he was more than happy to let the crowd take all the photos and video they wanted.  In the end, he headed north on Broadway and back off into the busy rush hour crowd.

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What: random guy with animals

Where: New York City

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If this was some kind of panhandler show, he certainly wasn’t asking.  Kudos to him though, for training his animals to obey his whistle commands on the busy street!  None of my pets would ever have listened that well, in the middle of all those people and traffic.

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Coney Island Quiz

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 28, 2015
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Jersey Joe checks out the fun side of New York City’s playground, Coney Island in this fun video quiz!

 

Coney Island was settled by Dutch settlers in the 17th century.  It became a popular beach and amusement park area starting in the 19th century.  Once air and auto travel became more affordable, Coney Island lost it’s luster as city dwellers were able to visit other, more far off locals.  After falling into disrepair during the 1980’s, Coney Island has made a major comeback with the opening of Luna Park, more rides, restaurants, beach bars. and independent attractions.

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What: Coney Island

Where: part of Brooklyn, New York City

Founded: 17th century

Population: 60,000 residential

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

One of my favorite places for fun in New York City.  Despite having a bad reputation and becoming downright dangerous years ago, Coney Island has been cleaned up and is once again, an exciting place for both friends and families.

Make sure you check it out, whether you’re a local or a tourist on vacation.  After all, it’s the birthplace of the hot dog!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Year 5 Round Up

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 22, 2015
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Jersey Joe updates some for the great fun we had during the fourth year of KICKING BACK WITH JERSEY JOE.

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Name: Kicking Back with Jersey Joe

 

What: weekly blog on beenandgoing.com

 

Time: new editions post Thursday at Noon Eastern / 9am Pacific

 

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Thanks again for all your support and for checking out my blog.  I love how we get to chat like this each week.  As always, feel free to comment below each post or reach out to me on twitter @jerseyjoe5

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] How Do You Say Worcestershire Sauce?

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 21, 2015
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We all cook with it and I’m sure we’ve all ate it as an ingredient in a recipe.  Nobody really knows how to say Worcestershire Sauce, right… but, it will sure be fun to watch these people try!

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What: Worcestershire Sauce

Where created: United Kingdom

When: 1837

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

I don’t use Worcestershire sauce that often, but I do keep a bottle in the cupboard, just in case I need to add a little spicy flavor when I’m cooking, or for a Bloody Mary!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Money Fun Facts

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 14, 2015
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Jersey Joe checks out some unusual and weird fun facts about everybody’s favorite subject… MONEY!

The United States Mint was founded by an act of congress in 1792, only a few years after the United States of America succeeded from Great Britain.

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What: United States currency

Used for: exchange of goods and services

First released: officially as the US – 1792

Website: http://www.usmint.gov

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Spend your money wisely!

[LIVE Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Worst Bar Mistakes

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 8, 2015
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What’s the biggest mistake you’ve ever made or ever seen at a bar?  Jersey Joe chats with his friends in a Brooklyn bar backyard patio in this rebroadcast of a live web show.

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Yankees Cap Shell Game

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : May 7, 2015
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You’ve seen this on the Jumbotron at your favorite ball park… now play along with Jersey Joe and see if you can beat The Yankees Cap Shell Game!

 

New Era is the official cap provider for Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, the National Football League, the National Hockey League, and the National Lacrosse Legaue.  They also provide caps to select college teams as well as Korean baseball, Australian baseball, and Turkish Airlines Euroleague Basketball.  The company was founded by a German immigrant in 1920.

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What: New Era Caps

Founded: 1920

Headquarters: Buffalo, New York

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

I admit it… I have a ton of these caps.  For me, the fitted caps are so super comfortable, there are times when I don’t even realize I have one on my head!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Google Maps Quiz 2

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : April 30, 2015
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Jersey Joe checks out more funny people, caught doing crazy things, by the Google Maps street car.

 

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What: Google street view

Purpose: online search tool

Launched: 2007

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

There have to be thousands of more hilarious images of people doing crazy things on Google Maps.  They regularly update the images, so some may end up lost to time.  If you see any — shoot me a message on twitter @JerseyJoe50 and let’s share them with everyone!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Let’s Play the 70s Family Feud 2

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : April 23, 2015
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Jersey Joe once again challenges his friends to play a round of the 1970s Richard Dawson classic – Family Feud.  Will the survey answers from the 70s be the same as if the question was asked today?  Let’s find out!

Family Feud went on the air in 1976 with host Richard Dawson.  Feud is a spin-off of the Super Match round from another popular 70’s game show Match Game, where Dawson was a popular panelist.

Dawson hosted the show until 1985.  He also returned for a single season in 1994.  Since Dawson, several other hosts have taken over, with Steve Harvey, the most recent, receiving the series highest syndicated ratings ever since he took over in 2010.

Feud originally aired on the ABC television network.  It moved to CBS in the 1980’s and has is currently seen in syndication on local stations, as it always has been.

Feud is also seen in around the world and has been named the 3rd greatest TV game show of all time.

But, once again we see how the times have changed.  While the 5 answers on the board are still correct today, there are a few more, modern answers that would have definitely made the list.

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Name: Family Feud

What: TV game show

On air since: 1976

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS

I love Family Feud.  If you are a regular viewer of this blog, then you most surely know that.  This isn’t the first time I’ve talked about the show, but it’s the first time I’ve got to challenge my friends into playing a round.  We will definitely have to do this again!