Thought I'd throw this in here since it has to do with ~*real life*~. As of Sunday, I have ended my year-long reign as Ohio University's All-Campus Radio Network's General Manager. Lots of stress, lots of lack of a night's rest, lots of work. In retrospect, I've gotten a lot out of working intimately with administrators and colleagues just to keep a station running - even if it meant making a grown man cry.

This photo was taken at the 40th Anniversary banquet, and here I am standing next to some of ACRN's previous GMs after two days worth of hosting/MCing for visiting alums. I seldom dress this conservatively, but I got to suit for the occasion. Needless to say I busted out the distressed black jorts and combat boots at the after-party.

Photos taken by Shana Fields.

The Return of Jen

Almost three years later, my girl arrives back in the US of A on the 25th. I hope she brings along Hello Kitty and some San-x characters. Me, I am elated.

An Absolute Catastrophe

We didn't talk on air. Tornado warning equated to harsh winds, which equated to having our power knocked out for a hot second. Therefore the soundboard got wonky and our mics were not in sync. A bummer because Branka and I were pretty stoked about this playlist and had plenty to say. Thanks to everyone who tuned in tonight.

Here's what we played during our September 16th show:

1. "RAISE THE DEAD" by BATHORY
2. "SHOT IN THE HEAD" by WEEKEND NACHOS
3. "INVADER" by JUDAS PRIEST
4. "SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENT" by REPULSION
5. "LOCK UP YOUR CHILDREN" by MORBID SAINT
6. "I HATE" by HATRED SURGE
7. "THE LIVING END (JESUS AND MARY CHAIN COVER)" by DAS OATH
8. "ANGELS OF DESTRUCTION" by SYPHILITIC VAGINAS
9. "CIRCLE OF THE TYRANTS" by CELTIC FROST
10. "REVENGE OF THE NERDS" by SCHOLASTIC DETH
11. "BLAP!" by KORO
12. "DEAD" AUTOPSY
13. "SYSTEM STAGNATES" by PISSCHRIST
14. "BURNING AWAY" by NUNSLAUGHTER
15. "SUBJECT" by SNUFF FILM
16. "ALL YOUR SINS" by PENTAGRAM
17. "AMONG THE LIVING" by ANTHRAX
18. "IRON SAVIOR" by IRON SAVIOR
19. "I HATE YOU" by VERBAL ABUSE
20. "THE SAW IS THE LAW" by SODOM
21. "NIH NIGHTMARE" by G.I.S.M.

In the meantime, we're stuck in our studio because building administration is not letting anyone out under the warning. We're going to take a nap before hopping over to the Union for a well-needed glass of Magic Hat #9.

The Comeback of Scum

A new year means the resurrection of scum chic - at least for the girls of Absolute Catastrophe radio show, and at least until we meet this generation's answer to Paul Newman (Edit: who was an Ohio University dropout. Too beautiful for college, naturally)... or just getting out of Athens, really. We are eye candy to the max, as you can tell from the photo above.



You can listen to it here. Feel free to join us in your physical form - it's usually a party. Show premieres next Thursday.

Edit: We now have a Facebook page.