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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Las Vegas Quiz

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : November 13, 2014
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Ready for a good laugh? Jersey Joe takes you to Las Vegas and checks out some of the crazy people and attractions!

THE 411

Where: Las Vegas, Nevada

What: gambling mecca of the United States

Time Zone: Pacific

Established: 5/15/1905

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Las Vegas is definitely an adult’s playground.  Whether you like to gamble or not, or you are a high roller or not, there is plenty to do in the area.  Besides casinos, Vegas offers amazing shows, a diverse selection of dining, the mountains and desert attractions, and much more.  Those that are regular readers of this blog, will know that I don’t recommend taking kids under 21 to Vegas.  There’s some things for them to do, but it’s not Disneyland.

If you’re looking to do Vegas on the cheap, definitely consider a night or two downtown on Fremont Street, plus that’s where you’ll find some of the best gambling odds.

{Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Secret New York City Burger Bar

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : November 6, 2014
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It’s hidden smack in the middle of an upscale New York City hotel.  Walled off behind red curtains, you would never even know it’s there… except for the occasional celebrity sighting!  The Burger Joint has become one of the Big Apple’s best kept secrets and Jersey Joe had to give it a try!

THE 411

Name: The Burger Joint

What: hidden burger bar / restaurant

Location: Le Parker Meridien Hotel, New York City

Number of Locations: 4 globally

Website: http://www.burgerjointny.com/56thstreet.php

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

It’s definitely a neat place to visit and it’s cool to be in on a big New York City secret.  I just with that the burger I had ordered would not have been such a soggy mess.  Next time, I’ll go with a single cheeseburger and hold off on the works.

If you’re ever in the city, definitely check it out… just be advised – there’s never enough seats!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] UFOs Over New York City and More!

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : October 30, 2014
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UFO’s over New York City? That’s not all!  Jersey Joe features 3 never before seen photos and videos of UFOs, including his close encounter over the Pennsylvania countryside.

THE 411

What: UFO

Stand for: Unidentified Flying Objects

Years spotted: 1998, 2012, 2013

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

I honestly have no idea what these flying crafts are, but I made sure to capture my 2 on camera.  With everyone having a smart phone now, there’s no reason not to take a quick shot when you see something out of the ordinary.  Then, you can upload it to Twitter or YouTube and share your story.  Who knows – maybe others have just seen the exact same thing!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Monkeys Riding Dogs

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : October 23, 2014
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They’ve become one of the hottest NFL halftime shows and they’re lighting up social media.  Jersey Joe checks out the best NFL halftime show ever – monkeys riding dogs!  Could a crowd of rowdy football fans be captivated by such a sight?

THE 411

What: monkeys riding dogs

Name: Team Ghost Riders

Performance venues: sport stadiums and arenas

Website: http://www.teamghostriders.com/

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

You have to share their videos with your friends.  It will at least give you a good laugh to share at a bar, at a party, or at the office water cooler!

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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Star Trek on Stage

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : October 16, 2014
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The cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation gathers for a panel discussion hosted by William Shatner at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City as part of the 2014 New York City Comic-con.  Jersey Joe was in attendance and offers his thoughts on how Star Trek convention are still so popular.

 

THE 411

What: cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation panel discussion

Where: Hammerstein Ballroom, New York City

Date: Friday, October 10, 2014

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Would I ever check out another gathering of the cast? Absolutely!  I just wish that the talk had gone on for more than just 90 minutes.  Most of the people sitting around me, were a little shocked that it ended so abruptly.  Someday, I hope to travel to the big annual fan convention in Las Vegas and you can bet that I’ll be chatting all about it on here!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] The News is Wrong!

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : October 9, 2014
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Recently, I was flipping through some new digital cable channels when I came upon one with a very unique newscast.  However, what was presented on screen was not totally the truth.  Take a look at this video and you’ll see what I mean!

THE 411

Name: Soul of the South News

Produced by: INN News

Airdates: 30 minutes daily

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Newsrooms have to be careful about what they put in the teleprompter.  Little errors like this can turn into a big error if they start to question someone’s credibility or flat out make a false accusation.  They were lucky it was only a simple slip of the tongue by saying “I asked…” but this very easily could have ballooned up into a much more serious issue.

With web cameras, smart phones, and Youtube in this day and age — things like this are going to get caught.

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] In Search of the Arby’s Meat Mountain Secret Menu Sandwich

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : October 2, 2014
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It’s the sandwich lighting up social media – Jersey Joe checks out if all the  hype about the new Arby’s secret menu item – The Meat Mountain is the real deal.

 

 

THE 411

What: The Meat Mountain

Where: Arby’s restaurants coast to coast

Time: Limited time offering

Cost: $10 plus tax per sandwich

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JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

This is a great idea on Arby’s part.  It all started off, when they posted a picture showing all of the meats they currently have for sale on a bun.  Customers started to ask for the sandwich and someone at the corporate office was listening.  Now, it’s become a win-win!

Arby’s gets all the free social media and web advertising and customers get to try a truly unique sandwich.  This will only on sale for a limited time, but this one will definitely be talked about for years to come.  Skip the diet – and give this at least a try!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] A Conversation with Derek Jeter

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : September 25, 2014
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One of the greatest to ever play the game, New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter is finally retiring after nearly 20 years in the major leagues.  As a big fan of the Yankees, Jersey Joe has some questions for him…

 

THE 411

Name: Derek Jeter

Occupation: shortstop, New York Yankees

Years Active: 1995-2014

Jersey Number: 2

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS

It will be a long, long time until there’s another player like Derek Jeter.  Some say his season long swan song was too much, while other fans think it was quite appropriate.

The days of baseball players staying loyal to just one team are done.  With big contracts, free agency, and back room trade deals – loyalty of a player to a team is rare to exist.  Even several members of the arch-rival Boston Red Sox have recently crossed the line and now put on Yankee pinstripes.  When that happened in the past, it would cause quite an uproar with fans.  Now, nobody really blinks an eye.

But as for Jeter, for playing in the most high profile city in the United States, he’s handled the pressure well.  He’s constantly in the public eye, but yet has a mostly upstanding personal demeanor and record.  It’s the way he’s carried himself that has made him not only a legend to the game, to the fans, and also to his fellow players.

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Potato Chip Taste Test Challenge

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Posted by :Jersey Joe On : September 18, 2014
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Jersey Joe challenges his friends to figure out the 4 new Lays potato chip flavors being test marketed.

 

 

THE 411

What: Lays Do Us a Flavor campaign

What: four experimental potato chip flavors being test marketed

Website: dousaflavor.com

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

These four flavors are only around for a limited time.  Make sure you get to the store and try them all now, before they disappear!  Only one flavor will be kept by popular vote.