09 10 / 2011
Internet. Action. Superstar.
These three words may not have been associated with each other a few years ago, but they have a far more greater meaning today. It has been exactly twenty years since the World Wide Web was introduced, starting a revolution in technology and communication. In today’s culture, the Internet serves a more different purpose to those longing for their own 15 minutes of fame, a chance at the spotlight, and a venue to display their selves to the world. Blogging has developed from a personal web diary to a powerful media tool that directly changes the way we interact with other people. There are these personalities we find in blogs who just capture us with their online personas, poles apart from their true selves. But there are those who keep it real, the ones who take the risk and become part of the virtual fabric that is the Internet.
Ramon Bautista. Who is he and should we worry? Well, we shouldn’t, since he is, dare I say it, the local renaissance man of the World Wide Web. Mr. Bautista portrays a wide variety of characters: indie film darling, online god, aerobics instructor, reputable commercial endorser, street magician, YouTube sensation, TV host, mock news anchor, frustrated rapper, film professor, favorite interview subject… the list goes on. From his first appearance on Strangebrew, a defunct sitcom which aired ten years ago on UNTV, we took notice of Mr. Bautista who played, of all things, a mermaid, and started to focus on his unusual acting style. After being off the air for eight years, Strangebrew has gained a cult following among teenagers who watch old episodes on YouTube and being treated to the comedic genius of its supporting character, Ramon.
From Strangebrew, Mr. Bautista started to make his own path in the dizzying world of show business. With his film background, Mr. Bautista immediately found his niche in showbiz: comedy. I was 15 years old when I first saw Mr. Bautista on his self-titled TV program on MTV. It was 2007, and Ramon was still keeping it funny, doing his usual antics of portraying different character while interviewing local artists. While watching the two-minute segments, I thought to myself, “Wow, this guy is hilarious.” But with my short attention span, I quickly changed the channel.
It would take another two years and a website before I would rediscover Ramon Bautista and his quirky sense of humor. Blogging became a passion of mine in 2009 when I learned about a new social networking site called Tumblr. Tumblr is a revolutionary blogging network where users could easily interact with other people and share their thoughts using its many multimedia features. And it was in this website where I once again caught a glimpse of Ramon Bautista, the blogger. I was skeptical at first if the account was the real deal or was just a poser making off with Mr. Bautsita’s identity. But I went to his profile and lo and behold, it really was THE Ramon Bautista. His site was still in its early stages since he was also recently introduced to Tumblr during that time. His first post was about how his new site could serve as an interactive playground for all his fans and followers. And with that, I clicked the follow button. And the rest, as they say, is history.
But I won’t stop there, because following Ramon Bautista on Tumblr gave me the opportunity to stalk, or as I would like to say it, “intensely pursue” a famous local personality. It was also two years ago when I found out about his other profession: teaching. I was mildly surprised to learn that he was a film professor in UP Diliman, teaching film production and non-linear editing. Aside from teaching, Mr. Bautista was still appearing in some TV programs and actively promoting the local independent film industry, a community truly close to his heart. And with this, I realized that he was more than just a mere jester or a clown.
In this day and age of fame-obsessed teenagers who want to make a name for themselves with just a click of a mouse, the Internet definitely enters a new realm of what it means to be the center of attention. With the dominance of Generation Y on the World Wide Web, I was fascinated with the concept of online personalities and the purposes they serve to their followers and readers. Fast forward to 2011 and I had another chance of getting to know the man behind the success, the person behind the pop culture, the individual behind the iconic profile photo of a man carrying a young boy to safety.
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02 10 / 2011
An old Italian gentleman lived alone in New Jersey . He wanted to plant his annual tomato garden, but it was very difficult work, as the ground was hard. His only son, Vincent, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament:
Dear Vincent, I am feeling pretty sad because it looks like I won’t be able to plant my tomato garden this year. I’m just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. I know if you were here my troubles would be over. I know you would be happy to dig the plot for me, like in the old days. Love, Papa
A few days later he received a letter from his son.
Dear Papa, Don’t dig up that garden. That’ s where the bodies are buried. Love, Vinnie
At 4 a.m. The next morning, FBI agents and local police arrived and dug up the entire area without finding any bodies. They apologized to the old man and left. That same day the old man received another letter from his son.
Dear Papa, Go ahead and plant the tomatoes now. That’s the best I could do under the circumstances. Love you, Vinnie.
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24 9 / 2011
Freehand Profit fabricated a unique helmet made of Adidas Sneakers entitled “All Day I Dream About Stormtroopers” for the “Star Wars Remix” blog.
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18 9 / 2011
LIBRA - The Lame One
Nice to everyone they meet. Their love is one of a kind. Silly, funny and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! However, not the kind of person you want to mess with…you might end up crying. Libras can cause as much havoc as they can prevent. Faithful friends to the end. Can hold a grudge for years. Libras are someone you want on your side. Usually great at sports and are extreme sports fanatics. Very creative. A hopeless romantic.
22 8 / 2011
- Yo: Pedro late ka na naman.
- Yo: Late po kasi relo ko.
- Yo: Problema ba yun. E di i-advance mo.
- Yo: Sige po.
- Yo: Oh, saan ka pupunta?
- Yo: uwian na!
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21 8 / 2011
Just Listen
Super Bass-Nicki Minaj-Acoustic
Just, chills at how beautiful this is.
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15 8 / 2011
Unfortunately, 97% of Tumblr users will not reblog this. For cancer. But the 3% who do are the ones willing to make a change.
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