Follow the action of the playoffs with BlogBurst’s newest publishing partner, NBA.com.
BlogBurst bloggers contribute to the coverage:
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Nielsen is introducing some new reports aimed at online community interaction. Nielsen PreView will incorporate the company’s many research divisions and tie the data to the entrainment industry.
The initial report analyzed the box office performance of 400 recent films, finding that titles grossing at least $100 million in sales are likely to have received elevated levels of attention on blogs. More details, here.
Some of my favorite film bloggers are:
One of our newest blogs, Blogflict, has an interesting angle on “Eliot Mess,” praising the New York Times online.
It was major news across all mediums, with BlogBurst publishing partners USA Today and Reuters both incorporating bloggers’ perspectives into the story.
Here’s but a few of the BlogBurst bloggers who weighed-in:
Hypocrisy- They name is Spitzer (jobsanger)
Political Perceptions: The Spitzer Effect (WSJ.com: Washington Wire)
Eliot’s Mess: Spitzer scandal details emerge (The Carpetbagger Report)
A new survey of US journalists found that nearly 70% check a blog list on a regular basis and the majority of journalists surveyed said blogs were having a significant impact on news reporting in all areas tested except news quality.
Perhaps I’m biased, but that sounds a little disingenuous given that three-fourths of those surveyed cited blogs as helpful in giving them story ideas, story angles and insight into the tone of an issue.
Check the Center for Media Research for the full story and more stats.
It’s that time of the year when you discover little wads of credit card receipts in your pockets and all of your self-imposed deadlines are “after the new year.” Along with the end of the year, comes that weird, anxious feeling you get when you contemplate where did the time go?
I thought I’d call-out some of the more memorable stories and events in the blogosphere and ask you to do the same.
The event actually happened in 2006 (December 30th) but Sadaam Hussein’s execution was still a major story when we rang in 2007.
Sadaam Hussein Executed (The Carpetbagger Report)
The Dead Dictator: Sadaam Hussein (Wake Up America)
The Indianapolis Colts won the Superbowl
Superbowl XLI: Colts 29 Bears 17 (Stampede Blue)
While March Madness failed to produce a true Cinderella team, the Florida Gators successfully defended their championship.
Random Thoughts on the Ohio State Game (Alligator Army)
On April 16th, Seung-Hui Cho killed 32 students on the Virginia Tech Campus (and wounded many more) before committing suicide, making it the deadliest school shooting in U.S. History.
Gunman Kills 32 at Virginia Tech (Poliblogger)
The Virginia Tech Massacre (GNIF Brain Blogger)
What do we tell our children about Virginia Tech? (Britannica Blog)
Sports figures loomed large in 2007 with controversial slugger Barry Bonds breaking Hank Aaron’s longstanding home run record.
Over and Out: Bonds blasts #756, passes Aaron (Best Ever Sports Talk)
Michael Vick engaged in a pastime that cost him both his job and his freedom.
The Quick Landing and Hard Plummet of Michael Vick (The Curly R)
More time than I like to admit was spent following the adventures of Paris going to jail, Lindsey going to rehab (a couple of times) and Britney, well Britney…well you know….
Oh. No. She. Dinnit. (or) Britney Shaved Her Damn Head ( A Socialite’s Life)
Harry Potter mania set-in over the summer with a film release and the last installment (say it isn’t so) of J.K. Rowling’s mega-popular series.
Farewell, Harry Potter Series (In Perspective)
While politicians, Karl Rove and Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez decided to exit the limelight…
Karl Rove (The Legacy of Karl Rove) (Political Realm)
Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez resigns (No More Spin)
Senator Larry Craig found himself thrust center stage.
Better Explanations Please (The Carpetbagger Report)
Mac’s innovative iPhone was the “must have” item for geeks and trend setters.
Most iPhone users thrilled but a few iRate ( Reuters)
No look back at 2007 would be complete without taking a moment to remember those we lost:
Anna Nicole Smith, RIP (PopSugar)
Molly Ivins Passes (Burnt Orange Report)
Kurt Vonnegut 1922-2007 (Brains and Eggs)
One Less Flower in Texas (Dyre Portents)
Hall of Fame Coach Bill Walsh passes away at 75 (NFL Gridiron Gab)
Luciano Pavarotti 1935-2007: A Maestro’s Final Curtain Call (One Jerusalem)
A Brief Tribute to Merv Griffin (The Soul of Rock-n-Roll)
American Author, Cultural Icon, Norman Mailer Dead at 84 (Net News Publisher)
BlogBurst publishing partner, Internet Broadcast Systems utilized featured some posts from BlogBurst bloggers covering this developing story.
Here’s but a few posts that have been featured:
Benazir Bhutto: 1953-2007 (Polidose)
Benazir Bhutto: A true shero is assassinated (Culture Kitchen)
Bhutto’s Assassination: The Political Impact (the 7-10 Palmer on Politics)
Blogger’s React :’A Sobbering and Frightening Reninder’ (WSJ: The Washington Wire)
Recently, our BlogBurst editors interviewed BlogBurst member, Matt Loede.
You can find his blog here: http://www.nflgridirongab.com/
Q: We’re halfway through the NFL season, any advice for Fantasy Football fans?
Right now I’d have to stick with the big guys - Tom Brady & Randy Moss, Ladainian Tomlinson, Peyton Manning and Joseph Addai. Look out for Adrian Peterson of the Vikings. He’s a special talent that will be a keeper for years to come!
Q- You joined BlogBurst in November and have since added two additional blogs Slam Dunk Central (an NBA blog) and The Game of Baseball (MLB) along with a handful of team specific NFL blogs, What percentage of your week is spent reading, watching or blogging about sports?
A: Wow, well, I start with about 30-60 minutes a day with reading newspaper columns, news and articles from all around the country. It really gives a great feel of what is going on in the sports. Of course stations like ESPN, NFL Network, NBA TV and games in general take up a lot of the TV time here at the house. With sports being a 24/7 business, the getting up to date really never ends.
Q-Are there specific challenges associated with blogging sports?
A: Being credible and not getting lost in the shuffle is very important to us. We have tried to create many relationships with people in the know and in the media and want to make sure to not just fling mud where it does not need to be flung. Of course we can share our opinions, but attacking players or teams is something we try and avoid.
Q- One of your posts,” Michael Vick Sued for $63 Billion and Accused of Allegiance to Al Qaeda,” produced record traffic. More than 10,000 post views. You’ve covered the Vick story extensively, why do you think this post drew such attention?
A: I think simply the outlandish nature of the headline drew such attention to it, plus the subject material as a whole was just so outrageous. Many people felt we simply made up the story, but that was not the case. We tussled with even posting it, but felt in the end people that were so entangled with the Vick case would enjoy reading it.
Q: What’s your preferred blogging platform and what are the likes/dislikes associated with it?
We prefer our own domain, and we use Wordpress, which we have liked with their updates and being able to do things like Podcasts, pictures and it is an easy system to use overall.
Q- The best blogs all shares these characteristics:
A: Entertaining, A good look to them, timely info, not too over the top
Q-Look into your crystal ball and tell me who’s in this year’s Super bowl?
A: gotta love what is going on in New England and Dallas right now…these two teams early on look like freight trains next to the other 30 teams in the league.
Hello again!
Across the country, the weather is approaching the perfect pitch of sunshine and temperature, dryness of air and length of shadow. October is undoubtedly here, and that means a changing of the guard for sports seasons… and great opportunities for bloggers!
NBA bloggers have a great opportunity for exposure, especially those devoted to a particular team. Do you think your team has what it takes to unseat the mighty San Antonio Spurs?* I’m not sure, folks. To convince me, you’re going to have to pop out some blog posts to make your case! Whether you’re cringing in Cleveland or distraught in Detroit, bring the blog! We will be able to highlight your work quite soon.
We also want rugby blogs. Here’s your chance to shine… please tell us about the latest developments in the rough and tumble rugby world! Team dynamics, rumors, highlights, and maybe even pain management techniques! Those guys play for keeps! Tell the world why you love rugby.
Finally, in the “sport without a season” department, we have tennis. Sure, the big tournos are over with, but tennis players don’t have a team to fall back on. These rugged individualists, male and female, slug it out in one-on-one and couples competition the world over, all year long. If there’s a venue, they’ll show up. Tell us about your favorite players, your favorite tournaments - keep us up to date on what’s happening on the ash, grass and clay! Tennis bloggers are very much in demand right now, so pony up! We need you.
Thanks again!
*Disclosure: I’m writing this from central Texas, hence the ever-so-slight bias…
Hello bloggers!
Today I’d like to fish for content a little bit - the seasons are clearly changing, and naturally that brings opportunities for new content!
Called “generation X’s favorite holiday,” Halloween is waiting for us on the other side of the month! Our publishing partners will, no doubt, want to prominently feature some truly great posts from our blogs. Now is the time to start thinking about this, and it’s never too early to start blogging about it!
There is a rich vein of material to work with too - Halloween brings us seasonal recipes, costume ideas and crafting, a wide-open scope of possibilities regarding decoration, and even safety tips to ensure a safe and successful round of trick-or-treating! Creativity always runs high at this time of year. The academically minded among you could even look into the origins of the holiday, and perhaps even the psychology behind GenX attraction to this holiday in particular. Have fun!
We also have heard from our publishers, and they are hungry for blogs from India and the UK. So, if you know of anyone who has a really great blog based in the UK or India, and who blogs in English, then we would love to have them submit their blogs to Blogburst!
Recently, our BlogBurst editors interviewed BlogBurst member, Matthew Paulson. You can find his blog here.
Q- What motivated you to start your blog?
I’ve always enjoyed writing and really just wanted a new outlet for my writing. I previously wrote for my college’s newspaper, but it didn’t give me an opportunity to share what I was passionate about. I’ve always been a strong proponent of being intentional and deliberate about managing one’s finances by using smart money management skills and finding new ways to save money. I thought that creating a blog would be a great way to encourage others to do the same.
Q- You’ve just recently joined BlogBurst (August) but you had been blogging since December. Why did you decide to join BlogBurst?
My goal is to help people become better consumers, and if more people are reaching my content from whatever source, more people are being helped. Joining Blogburst was a great way to get my consumer tips out to the masses and provided valuable exposure for my blog.
Q- In one month, you’ve been picked-up by USA Today, Reuters, Internet Broadcast Systems and Cox-owned newspapers. How has that affected your blog and blogging?
I’ve definitely seen an increase in traffic on my website since joining Blogburst and that’s always a good thing. Knowing that some major publications consider my writing to be valuable to others is encouraging and gives me added motivation to keep writing.
Q-What other blogs do you read?
I read a number of financial/consumer related blogs including The Simple Dollar, Consumerism Commentary, and Free Money Finance. I also enjoy reading the internet’s premier technology blog, Engadget.
Q-In your opinion, what makes a good blog?
The only thing that makes a blog great is content. The best software and design in the world don’t mean a thing if you don’t have quality and original writing. The best bloggers have regularly updated and unique coverage on topics that other bloggers in the field don’t. Every financial author has written about why getting a Roth IRA is a good idea, but how many have discussed ways to save money on the golf course or traveling overseas to get inexpensive health care?
Q-What’s your biggest challenge as a blogger?
The biggest challenge as a blogger is coming up with new ideas for articles. Once I get a decent idea, I have no problem writing them, but coming up with new and unique ideas for articles on a daily basis is a bit of challenge. In order to generate new ideas, I’ve started reading a number of financial publications including Smart Money, Money Magazine, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and the Wall Street Journal. I also read a number of other financial blogs and keep a notepad with me to write down ideas for articles when they pop into my head.
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