Monday, May 28, 2012

"Big Brooklyn Style"




There is no way I will be able to post on the day of the show so this open thread is for youse guys to give your reviews of the shows. I hope you like them. Thank you for all of the support the past few months. It was really helpful to me and kept me from punching somebody out. Let me know what you really thing about "Big Brooklyn Style."

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blake said...

Worst. Show. Ever.

blake said...

Heh. I'll let The Flower give her opinion when. Whaddooiknow?

Double-feature! Two episodes at 7 and 7:30!

ndspinelli said...

I think it sucks!!! Oh wait, that was a different show. Never mind.

Chip S. said...

I suppose I don't have to worry about spoilers if I watch online.

Anonymous said...

It'll be great!

windbag said...

What sort of drinking game can we play while watching?

AllenS said...

I looked all day long and couldn't find it. Looks like they cancelled it already.

Titus said...

Just got back from NYC.

The GWB fucking sucks.

tits.

john said...

I don't like the name of the show. But it's too late now, and noone ever asked me anyway.

I also didn't know that GWB lived in NY.

john said...

AllenS,

Did you orient your rabbit ears to the east? Also try those tin foil triangles.

AllenS said...

I don't have tin foil triangles, John, all my tin foil is on my head in the form of a hat, and I still can't get it to come in. The good news is that the inmates are going to run the insane asylum for a while. How cool is that?

rcocean said...

It'll probably need more cowbell. I'll watch just to confirm.

Titus said...

My husband is practicing "edging".

You jack off and have fool around but don't have cum.

You do this for a month or so and when you actually cum it is amazing.

It is something that is called tantric sex.

I don't like it.

tits.

Michael Haz said...

I'm going to pretend I'm Simon Cowell while watching BBS.

rcommal said...

So, will all the action be here or on Twitter? Inquiring minds want to know.

Hmmm... .

Michael Haz said...

Is there a drinking game?

Michael Haz said...

I know, it's too early to ask.

ndspinelli said...

Not too early for Irish Coffee.

Titus said...

Too late for "edging".

No "edging" please.

Just blow the load.

I need to know you are attracted to me.

tits.

Michael Haz said...

I think we all deserve to have the title "Associate Producer."

Sincerely,

Michael Haz
Associate Producer
Big Brooklyn Style

ndspinelli said...

I just want to be a gaffer...or fluffer.

Anonymous said...

Did I miss it?

Anonymous said...

Oh shoot, was it 8:30 Eastern time o the Today show?!

Anonymous said...

Of course it was.

Chuck said...

Drinking game... (I have a little inside info...)

Drink everytime....

...someone cries (happy or sad).
...someone comes out of the dressing room.
...when Lisa yells "Jim!!!!"
...when Jim shows up on-camera. (Make it a double!)

ndspinelli said...

Good ground rules, Chuck. An insider drinking game that would knock anyone of us on our ass would be take a drink for every scene TY is cut from.

chickelit said...

My daughter has it set up to tape!

rcommal said...

So, is everyone going to be live-discussing the show here or on Twitter?

Darcy said...

I'll be here to comment! Very excited to watch.

Hope everyone had a nice holiday weekend.

ndspinelli said...

Thanks, Darcy, quiet but good. How about yours?

Darcy said...

Hi Nick! Nice. :)

I spent time up at the cabin on the lake with my sisters. Really beautiful up there.

My brand new car, Penelope, made me unhappy, though. Broke down 2 miles from my house on the return trip. Boo.

ndspinelli said...

Get a horse.

Darcy said...

Somethin'. Yeah. :(

Anonymous said...

Here, to honor Trooper's blog of course.

windbag said...

FWIW, I'm proud of ya, Troop. Not envious in the least. Do not want the limelight, not even to dance the hucklefucklebuckle. Party like it's 1999 tonight.

ndspinelli said...

I'm just hoping TY doesn't get shitfaced and cold cock one of those show biz assholes.

Michael Haz said...

I've rented a tux for the event. I'm expecting the ladies will be wearing dresses and gowns.

It is a premier, after all.

We'll all be walkin' the red carpet. I know who'll be the Joan Rivers character.

Michael Haz said...

Plus, every time Lisa says "Jim!", we drink.

Titus said...

I am very excited about the show tonight.

I am sure Troop is ready for his closeup.

Wouldn't be something I would want to do because I like being anonymous but if it is good for business it will be great for Troop and the family.

Also, I am looking forward to seeing tits being fitted into bras. That will be nice.

tits.

chickelit said...

I know who'll be the Joan Rivers character.

Victoria is showing here tonight?

ricpic said...

It would be nice if the TVed give us TVless a play by play of tonight's show.

Titus, I know this is not the appropriate time, would there ever be an appropriate time? but I can't get it out of my head (no pun intended) that, by your own statement in an earlier thread, the hog is of no interest to you. This does not compute with you being a poofster. Now, today, in your 9:16 AM comment "I need to know you (the hindu) are attracted to me." That's girl talk, Titus. Either you're putting us all on or you're a multiple personalities case. I vote putting us on.

Dust Bunny Queen said...

Set to record both episodes!!

AllenS said...

I have DirecTV and it's on at 9 pm central time. Channel TLC. Looking at the TV it says starring Lisa Dolan and whatshisname. Oh, I'm just kidding. It says Jim Dolan.

Evi L. Bloggerlady said...

If the drinking game is have a drink whenever Trooper says something funny, don't bother because they cut all the funny out!

At least that is what Trooper says.

Darcy said...

Well, this is embarrassing...but I dunno if I'll make it to 10PM! I really want to.

If I don't, I will record.

rcommal said...

That's right--you're on Eastern time. Central sometimes has its advantages. : )

Me, I did get my packing done early, but I still have some cleaning to do, so I may have to multi-task as I watch, which I definitely will be doing. I'll definitely check in, assuming anyone shows up here.

Anonymous said...

Has the countdown begun?

Michael Haz said...

Good evening!

Michael Haz said...

I'm wearing a formal bathrobe by Joseph Abboud. And mukluks.

Anonymous said...

I'm wearing , oh my God! Their on live!

Michael Haz said...

Jim! Lisa!

Michael Haz said...

Whoa! Jim hasn't said FUCK yet!

Anonymous said...

Trooper has a low voice!

Titus said...

I am so excited. Just turned on the tele and Troop was on saying he wanted to own a bar and now is dressing women.

Perfect.

tits.

The Dude said...

Just turned to that channel. People up there tawk funny.

Titus said...

I have never watched What Not To Wear.

Who is the TBQ?

Tall Black Queen?

rcommal said...

Having tuned into TLC early, I just caught Stacy's brief interview with/intro of Lisa and Jim just before the final bit of WNTW. Up next... .

The Dude said...

There you have it - Lisa had to settle. A lot. Troop?

Anonymous said...

Lisa is gorgeous!

The Dude said...

Troopy!

The Dude said...

A BAH!

Anonymous said...

Haha, all I wanted to do is own a bar!

Chip S. said...

Blast off!

Michael Haz said...

"All I wanted to do was own a bah!"

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Michael Haz said...

mawning. Jim said mawnng

Anonymous said...

Love it, calm down.

Michael Haz said...

mawning. Jim said mawnng

The Dude said...

Fuh da spring. Wintah! Dude, you are killin' me. Awl! Takin' da pic-shahz!

Michael Haz said...

mawning. Jim said mawnng

Anonymous said...

Uh oh Troopie, is gettin poopie.

Sweet, the family, Melissa is gorgeous too. Those killer legs again.

The Dude said...

A PARKER awn!

Michael Haz said...

Lisa! Love you!

Paddy O said...

here comes trouble!

The Dude said...

Ok, pourin' a shot here - depressing maudlin cryin' scene. I will be shit faced within minutes!

Anonymous said...

Sweet Lisa.

Anonymous said...

Rum and diet cream soda.

The Dude said...

Titus bait right there.

Titus said...

Nipple Patrol!

I want that job.

Any vacancies Troop?

Michael Haz said...

More merlot. Started tooooo early.

Titus said...

Lisa is fucking amazing.

Love her so much.

Titus said...

Troop I am so proud of you.

I told all of my friends and they are watching.

You fucking rock.

blake said...

Gah! I can't watch yet!

Is it awesome? It sounds awesome!

AllenS said...

I'm glad TY let his eyebrows grow back.

Anonymous said...

I get those tears.

Michael Haz said...

Oddly enough, I usually wear jeans and a golf shirt.

The Dude said...

Show needs more Jim, less weepy self pity.

AllenS said...

Where did he go? Did they send him home?

Titus said...

Troop have you met any of the Sister Wives?

rcommal said...

Love Lisa. LOVE her.

And just as I always thought: In both her and Jim's voice cadences are those of my late, paternal Grandma, whom I miss everyday, to this very day, even after 20 years. Brooklyn born, of immigrant parents. (And my dad was actually born in Brooklyn, too, but the family moved to Wheaton, IL, when dad was 4.)

Nostalgia drips.

Titus said...

I agree Sixty. More Troop, less tears.

But I still love it because it is Troop.

Michael Haz said...

Mrs Haz says: "The outfit is only part of the equation. The rest of it is letting the person's soul shine through. Lisa is excellent at making that happen."

Anonymous said...

I'm wearing flannel PJ bottoms and a tee shirt, stylish.

Anonymous said...

Mrs.H so right.

The Dude said...

Lose the PJs. D'oh! Did I type that out loud?

Anonymous said...

Carrie is adorable, needs makeup now.

Titus said...

Lisa: What I sawr in her.

Love it.

Michael Haz said...

Hey. Where's Jim??

Anonymous said...

The belts are great, shows off the smallest parts of the torso.

Anonymous said...

Oh that's a hot dress!

Titus said...

I don't think I have ever watched this channel.

My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding? What the fuck.

Titus said...

Randy Rescue is a major woman.

AllenS said...

He was back on. Then, you could see him in the background with his back to the camera. I figured he was on the computer talking to us about how he wasn't getting enough air time.

Anonymous said...

Nipple patrol or control?

Titus said...

I want nipples in a catalog shoot.

No nipple patrol!

AllenS said...

He's back on the computer. I could see the screen!

rcommal said...

Ruthie, when you get here (or maybe you already are; I haven't refreshed but when I checked over at Twitter I saw that Michael had alerted you), I want you to know that I enjoyed your tweets. Definitely on the right track. Please be aware that I'm a bit on slo-mo on account of multi-tasking. (Yeah, I was ahead of the curve the other day. But then there were...happenstances. Like a running toilet that dumped [clean] water down through the floor into the relatively newly, but above all at-last, renovated homeschool room. Grrrr. Damnit. But fixed.)

Michael Haz said...

If they show Jim at the computer, he'll be tweeting in the past.

rcommal said...

Mrs. Haz is wicked wise and insightful.

This is not a surprise.

The Dude said...

Lenthin. Sore. Awf. Takes me back.

Michael Haz said...

Crying. Drink.

rcommal said...

"A bulldog for plus-sized fashion."

Sounds like a tagline. Also, good branding.

Michael Haz said...

Great job!

Anonymous said...

Hahaha, I don't have a dress on!

Ruth Anne Adams said...

I love Lisa. She does this on the phone, too, for her online customers. Just sayin'

The Dude said...

Now I can never watch any reality show the same way - pawn shops, storage unit auctions, pickers - the formula is set, only the players change.

Titus said...

Is the black girl really named Precious?

Anonymous said...

The tuxedo jacket is very flattering.

AllenS said...

This show should really help sales, unless youknowwho brings up who won the super bowl.

Anonymous said...

Jim can help all the ladies undress.... When Lisa's not looking;)

Titus said...

There is a show called Extreme Couponing?

I never knew about all these shows.

Titus said...

Does Lee Lee's selling any pants?

The Dude said...

Okay, shitfaced here - Preshus weeping, I am drinkin'...

Michael Haz said...

This show should really help sales, unless youknowwho brings up who won the super bowl,

Unless??

Titus said...

Is the Asian chick's name Miami?

Michael Haz said...

Here we go! Jim's in charge.

The Dude said...

When tlunk sho? Tomorrow. Mayumi is not following directions.

Anonymous said...

Jim, ooo la la, the wind.

Anonymous said...

Damn Sixty you got shit faced fast.

AllenS said...

My God, they put him in charge and he doesn't have anything to say! Who knew?

Titus said...

I could watch an entire show of Troop waiting on customers. That would be the best.

The Dude said...

Yeah, half way through my first shot. This maudlin crap really sucks.

More Jim, less trim. Or something...

The Dude said...

Maybe that's just a setup, but who wants a subcontractor who leaves out linings, omits button holes and otherwise dicks up the product? Meh - when you want something done correctly do it yourself.

The Dude said...

MISSONI!!!

Anonymous said...

Oh now that Is cute, but iliked the other two also.

Michael Haz said...

What I wouldn't give to see Oprah walk in now. And Jim has to wait on her.

Anonymous said...

I blame Al Gore, LMAO!!

The Dude said...

Jim's back, and he's mad as hell! Well done, Troop!

Ruth Anne Adams said...

I think the new mom looked really cute in the green top, but she was more uncomfortable with the black skirt. That shirt and black slacks would go.

Ruth Anne Adams said...

Titus: Preshus? Based on the novel 'Push' by Sapphire.

Michael Haz said...

It's only the second episode, but when does Don Draper bring Joanie in for a wardrobe makeover?

Ruth Anne Adams said...

I have a feeling that when Lisa belts you it's way different than when Jim belts you.

Evi L. Bloggerlady said...

I think the show is great. Lisa will be a star. You are very good too and do a heck of a straight man for her. She is amazing.

It is going to be like Cake Boss with lines around the corner (I remember that place before the show and it was frankly better then).

But who can begrudge you and Lisa the mansion and the yacht!

AllenS said...

Now they're going to get shit faced!

AllenS said...

I love a happy ending.

Michael Haz said...

Winner!

Anonymous said...

They did play up Jim being grumpy, but it endearing.

Ruth Anne Adams said...

I love the "Animal House"-esque updates at the end of the show!

Anonymous said...

Bravo!

Ruth Anne Adams said...

Proscuitto balls. Crap. Now the secret's out.

Michael Haz said...

Congratulations, Jim and Lisa. And thanks for making us part of the show behind the show.

Anonymous said...

What Michael said.

Michael Haz said...

Now we're all going to Rao's for the after-party, right?

blake said...

The Flower is joining in the drinking game. (With milk.)

Wow, you guys are wizards.

blake said...

NEEDZ MORE JIM!

Troop, you sound like you're a contralto. I somehow figured you for a baritone.

Anonymous said...

Party, like it's 1999!

The Dude said...

Great show - I hope you go on to make many more.

blake said...

Okay, we need an outtakes show.

Dust Bunny Queen said...

I'm wearing flannel PJ bottoms and a tee shirt, stylish

Me too!! We are twins. Mine have pink and black 1950's style cats on them. Way sexy...right?

Great shows!!! Lisa really connects with her customers and gets them to see how pretty that they can be. I loved the part where you talked about Al Gore and they bleeped you. LOL.

I would totally wear that tuxedo jacket and skirt combo.

Michael Haz said...

Bedtime. Good night y'all.

blake said...

Night, Haz.

"Rest well and dream of large women."

chickelit said...

Second shift here.

I just watched the first episode. Very well put together show. I like the fast pace!


NOY.ENOUGH.TROOP

I hope if finds a big audience!

blake said...

The Flower is impressed.

Anonymous said...

Nite Michael.

Anonymous said...

My flannel PJ's are bunnies, lol.

blake said...

Hate the stereotypical reality show sound effects.

Aw...Jim gets the bassoon effect. Comic relief!

rcocean said...

Pretty good show - but needs more cowbell.

rcocean said...

And more Trooper.

blake said...

Elyssa's a bitch.

Oh, well played, Lisa.

blake said...

Well done.

It's obvious they need more TY, though.

john said...

I still have 1 more hour till it comes on out here.

Titus said...

Congrats Troop.

I am so proud to know you.

My hope for your show is much success and riches.

Love you Troop.

tits.

rcommal said...

I'm getting ready to re-watch the re-runs as I'm wrapping things up. Maybe there'll be some overlap starting a half-hour hence.

chickelit said...

Trooper York is becoming like Jim Dolan's dream: a bar becomes a dress shop.

It's only fitting.

Evi L. Bloggerlady said...

Congratulations. I thought you both did great. I thought Lisa was luminescent, bringing warmth and light to her customers. Jim was great too. I would have appreciated more jokes, but I know the audience wants to really see Lisa.

Evi L. Bloggerlady said...

I hope they let a little more Trooper York into each show.

MamaM said...

I would have appreciated more jokes, but I know the audience wants to really see Lisa...I hope they let a little more Trooper York into each show.

Me too.

Great Premier though. Good start with a strong connect to Lisa and the shop established! The husband is still packed in the box, wrapped in tissue waiting to be unveiled. MrM looked at me about halfway through and said with solemn wonderment, "They're not letting him be himself!

Here's hoping another scoop of Brooklyn flavor and a dash more of Jim will soon be added for even more character. The clothing looked great, the transformations came through and the emotions expressed by the women went beyond drama to appear genuine.

Just don't let them stick you in any suit jacket as tight as the ones Clinton and Ted wear. Maybe roomier jackets is a Midwest thing, but they both look like they could use more breathing room and a touch more drizzle.

dbp said...

I watched the show and think it is going to be a big success. Congrats to TY and Lisa!

ricpic said...

Well, reading between the lines it sounds as though it was a good show but a little too much schmaltz and not enough vinegar. On the other hand the ladies may prefer weepy sentimental. Have the ratings been published yet?

AllenS said...

I'll give it a thumbs up.

The Dude said...

This must be said - Lisa has a real talent for designing clothing. You are a fortunate man, Jim, to have such a talented woman in your life. Now shut up and get back to blogging.

Dust Bunny Queen said...

though it was a good show but a little too much schmaltz and not enough vinegar. On the other hand the ladies may prefer weepy sentimental. Have the ratings been published yet?

The Dumbplumber went to bed to read about 3/4 of the way through the first show because off all the weeping/schmaltz....and especially the high pitched squealing. He did think that the ladies looked really nice in their clothing though.

Like me he was also more interested in the mechanics/design process. I would really like to see more behind the scenes action of how the shop works, how the designs are done and without the last minute artificial deadline crap that these reality shows always try to shove at us.

I thought it was touching on how deeply the change of clothing and style affected the women emotionally. Focusing on the issues of the plus sized woman in trying to buy clothing in a one size fits all mentality is really interesting.

As an aside, we tried to watch the lead in show WNTW where they had the studio audience. It was completely and totally unwatchable. We couldn't stand all of the hype, artificial excitement. It was probably the most fake and nauseating format ever saw and I hope they never ever do it again!!

Darcy said...

I did not last until the show came on. *sigh*

But! I watched a little of the recording today and read all the comments.

1. Lisa is LOVELY!

2. Jim is adorbs (moreso than I suspected, in fact)

3. You guys who live blogged this - thank you! I smiled and giggle reading all of it. It gives me a nice setup for watching the whole show now.

4. I'm anxious to see the magic that Lisa works, having worn a much larger size than I do now - and in fact, I think I'm still considered "plus size" if I'm a 10, no? Anyway, feeling pretty is so important, and designing clothes that flatter larger women and make them feel pretty is a wonderful thing!

chickelit said...

Darcy has a plus-sized heart!

The Dude said...

Oh, you are a 10, Darcy, we know that much. ;^)

Pete said...

I'm late to the game but congrats, Troop! From all accounts the show was a smashing success. Glad for you and your lovely wife.

The Dude said...

Who knew a soprano sax could be in tune with itself? This guy knew.

TTBurnett said...

Congratulations, Trooper and Lisa!
Great to see you on teevee!

Darcy said...

Aww, thanks, Sixty and Bruce. :)

john said...

Sixty Grit -

The most difficult part of that piece is giving the impression you have something productive to do for 15 minutes. Your back is to the audience, but the orchestra knows.
Some let their mind wander. This good Austrian, for example, fantasized giving breast massages.

ricpic said...

Yeah yeah, the show's gonna be a hit and I can then hit Troop up for a loan but more important, Titus, answer my questions! Montana Urban Fiasco is backing me up on that demand.

The Dude said...

Yeah, what ever happened to Brazilian Wax? Did he go live with Garage and the Douchebag?

ndspinelli said...

Congrats to the Dolans. I am certainly no reality tv expert..I hate the genre, but this has found an instant niche. Having a daughter who looks like the women on the show there were some genuinely poignant moments. Your bride is vivacious and I see why she is the star.

I just watched both episodes on my dvr. Here's a constructive critique. You are difficult to understand, my friend. Now, let me also say part of the problem is editing.

Over my career I have edited well over a thousand videotapes. Early in my career, I found a great editor. He had his own biz and also shot and edited fishing shows for ESPN. He was a cokehead so when I had a lot of video to edit I would bring beer to his studio to keep him off the ceiling. This guy taught me a lot and eventually I edited my own raw footage the last 10-12 years. We hardly ever edited in the sound since it often had baseball games[radio] me swearing, farting, etc. and it wasn't pertinent. He taught me how to lead into an edit so it makes sense visually. Understand, sometimes I would be editing down 8-10 hours of raw footage into a 23-24 minute highlight tape. As you know, that's the length of a half hour show and pretty much the limit of a jurors attention span. And I surmise they shot hours for just one show.

Although I don't watch these shows it's obvious they love quick cuts or jump cuts for effect. With the others, the quick cuts didn't take away from the sound editing and I could understand the point and what was said. The part about Al Gore I had to replay 4 times to get it. You're going to need to work on your diction. This is said w/ only the best of intentions. However, I know the road to hell is paved w/ good intentions.

Again, I think this is a winner. They're not going to change their editing style because apparently that's the standard. You can change your diction because we all know you have a lot more to bring to the plate.

The Dude said...

I turned on closed captioning - being partially deaf that's almost a necessity when trying to understand Y*nkees.

Tuhned awn clost capshanin'.

ndspinelli said...

Folks, Go to CarrollGardensPatch for some great photoss of the premiere "pawty."

The Dude said...

And to think we knew them when...

chickelit said...

...he still talked to us...

The Dude said...

...it seems like just yesterday...

chickelit said...

"Trooper York" was fun while it lasted and I got a lot more attention and notice here than over at TOP as did probably most of us who were ever regulars here except for Meade (and maybe Titus).

But there's no reason to get weepy...we eulogized the man once before and he came back from the dead. It can happen again.

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