NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL REVEALS THE MIND’S POWER WITH BRAIN GAMES

Premiering on September 24, 2013, Tuesday at 9 PM is National Geographic Channel’s new series Brain Games, a show that explores the human mind’s powers of perception as well as the skills that it affords us. Using mind-boggling experiments, brainteasers, optical illusions and hard science, Brain Games shows viewers how the human brain works and how their lives are affected as a result.

NGC will be showing a Brain Games special on September 24 for its premiere. In the premiere episode, viewers are lured into the world of sleight of hand, of advanced card play and card magic, with a focus on the oldest card trick in the world, the Three Card Monte. Card performers will be revealing the secrets behind their tricks as well as exploring the psychology that allows people to be tricked. Also, the connection between human beings and primates will be highlighted, giving us a better understanding of our social interactions and dynamics, and how we perceive our relationships because we are hard-wired in a certain way.

Viewers of the show will learn that seeing isn’t necessarily believing when they are presented with optical illusions that, when revealed, will illustrate how our brains help us build our ideas of reality. Brain Games will also examine the powers of persuasion and how marketers are trained to communicate with us in such ways that our brains can’t help responding to or be convinced.

Brain Games will leave no fold of gray matter unturned, no neuron untouched in its quest to help viewers understand how and why the brain works. With the help of experts in neuroscience and mind trickery, the show discusses and explains many aspects of thinking that affect our lives, from issues of trust and sanity to why we make certain decisions and how men and women’s brains work differently.

NGC has partnered with @IGersManila to promote Brain Games through the Instagram account’s #9PMHabit daily contest. The promo will run from September 24 to October 22 during the showing of Brain Games on NGC. @IGersManila will be making calls for photo entries based on weekly ad daily themes determined by NGC, and submissions must be made between 9 PM and 11 PM, with the following tags: #9PMHabit, @IGersManila, @NatGeoChannelsPH, #BrainGamesPH and the hashtag for the theme of the day. Four winners will be chosen daily, with winning photos to be posted on @IGersManila at 9 AM on the following day. Winners will receive premium items from NGC besides the bragging rights of having their photos seen by the more than 21,000 followers of @IGersManila.

Explore the human mind and discover its awesome power by catching Brain Games on National Geographic Channel every Tuesday at 9 PM, beginning on September 24.

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Charice and Aiza Seguerra

Sensational acoustic singer Aiza Seguerra and international singing discovery Charice is set to headline Power of Two this September 28 at the Araneta Coliseum. Aiza and Charice are all set to provide audiences an unforgettable musical extravaganza.

Helping the two are exceptional duos that further proves that indeed Power of Two is a strong force, even in music. Power of Two is the first time that WilbrosLive is teaming-up with ETalent Entertainment for the production of the concert. Sharing Musical Director chores are gifted musicians Troy Laureta and Ria Osorio. Gloc-9 and Abra will perform as guests in the concert.

Aiza, who packed the Big Dome last year with her silver anniversary concert Bente Singko, returns to the Coliseum to exhibit her artistry as a young icon of the local music scene. She is expected to perform old and current hits, given her unique acoustic, heartfelt, sincere touch.

The acoustic singer has churned out numerous hits over the years – Pagdating Ng Panahon, Akala Mo, Pakisabi Na Lang, Anong Nangyari Sa Ating Dalawa, among others.

Charice, on the other hand, also returns to the Big Dome after her first solo concert at the Big Dome last year. The internet sensation has received international acclaims when she guested in international shows like The Ellen Degeneres Show and Oprah. She also toured with the David Foster and Friends.

Charice released international hits like Pyramid and Reset.

Experience the Power of Two with Aiza and Charice this September 28 at the Araneta Coliseum.

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Yeng Consantino and Felix Roco

Here are teasers of Yeng Constantino and Felix Roco's Cinema One Original Movie titled 'SHIFT' directed by Siege Ledesma showing this November 10-19, 2013. 

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Edward Mendez

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 15-Minute Video Interview of Edward Mendez; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

While I was at the 'Star Magic Gives Back' concert in McKinley, I received a Go Signal from Edward Mendez that I can visit him on the set of his newest movie with Star Cinema's MMFF entry 'One More Try' somewhere in QC. So when I got the chance at around 10 pm, half way through the concert, I immediately went to see him. This sit down interview has been long overdue since the many times I attempted just didn't work. It was either our schedules won’t meet or location was just so far. 

Catch him very soon on his latest movie with Ai-Ai delas Alas and Marian Rivera 'Kung Fu Divas'.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Edward here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Champ Lui Pio

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive Video Interview of Champ Lui Pio; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

Champ is one of my favorite guys in the world. He is just the sweetest and one of the most thoughtful. We had the interview in a restaurant in Podium after his gig. He is a patron of good vibes and has a heart for the kids and dreamers.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Champ here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Manuel Chua

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive Video Interview of Manuel Chua; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

I’m actually a little frustrated that my Exclusive Interview with Star Magic Hunk and Pinoy Fear Factor runner-up Manuel Chua got corrupted. It took a lot of troubleshooting, software downloads, restart, using different PCs just to the make the file work. Nevertheless, I’m still thankful that I got half of the interview recovered. Perhaps than can be enough for now and I’ll just try to arrange another interview with him.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Manuel here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Bryan Termulo

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive Video Interview of  Bryan Termulo; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

I had been arranging for this interview with Bryan Termulo for quite sometime already. Luckily, we were both in ABS-CBN grounds so I decided to drop by his dressing room while he was preparing for his KrisTv guesting. The interview went fine. It’s just like conversation caught on cam. It was long yet smooth and just had minor editing.I actually enjoyed every moment of it.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Bryan here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Alex Castro

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 15-Minute Video Interview of Alex Castro; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

The interview with Singer-Actor-Politician Alex Castro has been long overdue. I loved this interview, not just becoz he is extremely handsome but becoz I had some flaw.. Hahaha! Seriously, I need to practice again with my questioning. During the latter part of the interview you'll see he is wearing a different top coz we had to re-do the interview since my iTouch didn't record it properly. How I wish you guys can see that. It was more upbeat and exciting! But nevertheless everything still went well. Here you go! Enjoy!

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Alex here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with JM De Guzman

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive Video Interview of JM De Guzman; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

This JM De Guzman interview was kinda in a hurry and very informal and was my trial interview with prepared questions. He was tired and I was voiceless. But hoping we both managed to make it conversational and cute. Hope he is okay, wherever he is right now. 

You can also check all previous entries and articles about JM here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Joseph Marco

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 10-Minute Video Interview of Joseph Marco; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

Got the chance to Interview Joseph Marco during the launch of Men's Health Magazine April Issue at Glorietta 5. He was with his Talent Manager; Keren Pascual; under the same management with Enchong Dee. However; the mall was about to close and the place wasn't really convenient for the interview.  Nevertheless, I still pushed with it since rarely that we see each other. This is just partial and will have its part 2 once I get to visit him on his new soap with ABS-CBN. He has finally redeemed himself to me. Details about that will just be between us. Hahaha! Hope you still get to enjoy the conversation even though it's bitin. 

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Seph here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Derek Ramsay

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 10-Minute Video Interview of Derek Ramsay; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

I was very lucky that Derek Ramsay sat beside me during the Bloggers Conference of Viva Films newest movie ‘A Secret Affair’. I grabbed the chance right away of interviewing him for the Morgan Show. I know my time was limited so I focused only with the questions I think he’ll be more than happy to answer quickly. Much to my delight, Derek was so game and I guess had fun with the questions. Nothing really intriguing. I’ll try to schedule another interview in a better venue with better audio. But For now, Hope this will excite you and make you fall in love with him more.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Derek here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Zanjoe Marudo

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 15-Minute Video Interview of Zanjoe Marudo; I'm posting it again! 

I  interviewed Zanjoe Marudo after his Showtime last March 10, we had lunch at Tj's Resto near ABS-CBN.  New questions came out really interesting & funny. He was so game and was in the mood to answer all questions. Plus he paid the bill. Sweet!

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Zee here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Enrique Gil

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 15-Minute Video Interview of Enrique Gil; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

Enrique is one of the hottest celebrities we have today. I visited him on the of 'Budoy' in Antipolo. During break-time he was dancing 'Teach me How to Douggie' with the other stars to the tune of Butchikik! That's the reason I used that song towards the end when he gave a sample of his famous dance steps.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Quen here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Gerald Anderson

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 15-Minute Video Interview of Gerald Anderson; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

My interview with Gerald was so refreshing. He was still very accommodating & welcoming despite the fact that he was very tired and still had a lot of scenes to go. Ge talks and acts with maturity. A true gentleman in every bit. Lovable!

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Ge here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Arron Villaflor

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 10-Minute Video Interview of Arron Villaflor; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

The interview came as a surprise both to me and Arron. I visited him on the set of Maria Ladel Barrio and while eating KFC Funshots and Fries we started having conversation recorded on video. He was so playful and in the mood to answer all the questions that just popped out in my mind.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Arron here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Robi Domingo

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 20-Minute Video Interview of Robi Domingo; I'm posting it again! Enjoy!

A lot has changed with Robi; with the way he speaks, with the way he behaves & the way he opens-up. Still a little boy though but he is learning to loosen-up and becoming playful. The interview took place at the Pinoy Big Brother House. He is currently doing a good job co-hosting #TheVoicePH with the Gonzaga sisters.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Robi here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Enchong Dee

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 10-Minute Video Interview of Enchong Dee; I'm posting it again! Enjoy! 

I visited Enchong on the set of Maria La del Barrio without really having the intention of doing a video interview. We ended up enjoying the moment even though I was in lost of words in some parts. I didn't have prepared questions and we just depended on the flow of the conversation. It still came out cute though!

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Enchong here:

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Exclusive One on One Interview with Luis Manzano

For the Benefit of those who missed this Exclusive 20-Minute Video Interview of Luis Manzano; I'm posting it again! Enjoy! 

An interview with this multi-awarded host is just more than a dream for me. Not because he is my idol, my fave star and my friend, but because he is an inspiration and someone I looked up to in the fields of hosting and doing interviews. He even made it easy for me making the conversation smooth and funny.

You can also check all previous entries and articles about Luis here:

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Ellen De Generes

Another Filipino made it to sing on Ellen De Generes show today. 

Aldrich Lloyd Talonding of Gensan sang Luther Vandross' 'Dance With My Father' accompanied on guitar by his cousin James Walter Bucong. 

Aldrich got a brand new guitar and piano from Ellen and 10,000$ from Shutterfly as token of appreciation and assistance in line with the company's vision of helping others. 

The two boys stayed at Sheraton Hotel in Los Angeles and got good comments for a heart warming performance and speaking good English.

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Richard Poon

Richard Poon sings for elderlies at benefit show

Jazz sensation Richard Poon pleased audiences with a mix of classic and contemporary hits at “Growing Old With You”, a concert held at Celebrity Sports Plaza in Diliman, Quezon City for the benefit of the senior citizens of Golden Acres Haven for the Elderly.

The “big band crooner” known for his jazzed rendition of Filipino classic songs such as “Kahit Maputi na Ang Buhok Ko” also sang his own version of Carla Rae Jepsen’s “Call me Maybe” and One Direction’s “What Makes You Beautiful” to the surprise and delight of the crowd. Selections like Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” and Adam Sandler’s “Grow Old With You” helped set the tone for the event.

“I usually over prepare,” said Poon, when asked about his song choices. “The band knows me well enough that I never follow what I initially write.” Poon said his song line-up changes in mid-performance depending on the reaction he gets from the crowd. “If I don’t, it’s going to be boring.”

The concert was organized by Outbox Media Production Agency, a full-service events management and multimedia production company, as part of its seventh anniversary and the birthday of its founder and managing director, Rossel Velasco-Taberna.

Other companies that answered the call of the fundraising event are Foton Motors Philippines, Puregold, Uratex Foam, Bounty Fresh Chicken, Asia Refreshments Corporation, Waterfront Hotels and Casino, Ferna Corporation, Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center, The Blounge, Hot Shot Studio, Sogo Chain of Hotels, and Tunying’s Bread.

Velasco-Taberna said funds raised by the concert will be used for the medication and financial support of the residents of Golden Acres in its newly built facility in Barangay Sampaloc in Tanay, Rizal that takes care of over 140 abandoned, neglected, and homeless senior citizens.

His latest album under Universal Records with the carrier single 'Truly' just reached the gold record status.

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Paolo Onesa

I have always been a fan of Atenista Paolo Onesa ever since he first sang on the blind audition of #TheVoicePH. Last saturday, he has proven me and everyone that he deserves to be in the final 2 of #TeamBamboo with his version of Adele's Oscar Winning Song #SkyFall. Garnering 81.24% of the voting public and 60% from Bamboo, Paolo got a total of 142% defeating Lee Grane's 58%. That's even more than a landslide victory! 

Few hours after the competition, Paolo Onesa 's #SkyFall ranked #1 on the Most Downloaded song on iTunes defeating Katy Perry's 'Roar, Patti Austin's 'If I Believed', 'All Behind Us Now' and 'Say You Love Me', Coldplay's Atlas, Miley Cyrus 'We Can't Stop', Pink's 'Just Give Me A Reason', Bruno Mars 'Treasures' and Lady Gaga's Applause. 

Congrats Pao for a job well done and for being the only Filipino on that list along side with Music Superstars! I'm definitely sure win or lose You'll get a recording deal and a promising career ahead of you other than having me all the way to support you! (",)

Let us continue to vote for Paolo Onesa til the Final Round! Here are the details on how to vote: -------->

You can follow Paolo on Instagram and Twitter @OnesaPaolo or download his song here on iTunes. 

To those who missed his performance! Watch it here!

After 13 hours, Sept.9, 11AM! #SkyFall is still on the #1 spot on Itunes!

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These are screenshots of How Much you will pay when you buy a Kenneth Cole watch online. Kenneth Cole Watches are usually around P6,000-P13,000. At times, stores can give you 10-20% discount. That's like around P1,000 off.

This first photo is from Dillards website showing you the different KC models with corresponding Philippine Prices. The amount you see doesn't include yet the taxes and shipping, which is most likely an additional of around P1,000-P2,000 if ship directly to Philippines. (Click Photo for larger view)

This second photo is an example of check-out of Kenneth Cole Men's Black Calf Skin Quartz Watch in Peso at Overstock with corresponding tax and shipping fee. I used Overstock as a comparison because they do ship items to the Philippines and their website automatically converts Dollars to Peso. (Click Photo for larger view)

Brace yourselves for the third photo. This will make you love online shopping to bits especially doing it at the #1 online store in the world; AMAZON - Brought to you by Globe Gcash, American Express and MyShoppingBox. You can get the same Kenneth Cole Watch shown above at half the price and will be delivered to your doorstep.

Many Thanks to @dalebacar of www.dalebacar.com for spreading this good news! Shopping made easier and cheaper! To find out how: Click here!

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