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The Best Show on WFMU => Show Discussion => Topic started by: DoodleJump! on December 09, 2009, 01:17:42 AM
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Who will win? Who's the better protégé?
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If you are asking me who I think will win, I would choose Wally Wackiman. If you are asking me who I want to win, I would choose the H-Man.
Although, I like both of them.
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I look forward to the duel, but I think having a puppet on the radio is too funny a concept to let pass by.
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If you are asking me who I think will win, I would choose Wally Wackiman. If you are asking me who I want to win, I would choose the H-Man.
Although, I like both of them.
In fairness (unfairness?), your profile pic, nec13, does allow you to have it both ways.
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Everyone wants Tom's crown, it seems. A classic tale of a war of succession. I say that in the chaos Mike will become the new protege, kill Tom and burn down the studio. I haven't slept in a while.
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I look forward to the duel, but I think having a puppet on the radio is too funny a concept to let pass by.
Edgar Bergen fan, are you?
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Wally rolled with it. He had an answer for everything. That's the raw talent that will launch an empire.
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I look forward to the duel, but I think having a puppet on the radio is too funny a concept to let pass by.
Edgar Bergen fan, are you?
I am now. Can Wally get a button that says "Protege"
(http://media-2.web.britannica.com/eb-media/40/90540-004-51D46EFE.jpg)
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Wally rolled with it. He had an answer for everything. That's the raw talent that will launch an empire.
Agreed. Very strong showing.
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I look forward to the duel, but I think having a puppet on the radio is too funny a concept to let pass by.
Edgar Bergen fan, are you?
I am now. Can Wally get a button that says "Protege"
(http://media-2.web.britannica.com/eb-media/40/90540-004-51D46EFE.jpg)
How effing creepy is that?
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Wally rolled with it. He had an answer for everything. That's the raw talent that will launch an empire.
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I look forward to the duel, but I think having a puppet on the radio is too funny a concept to let pass by.
Edgar Bergen fan, are you?
I am now. Can Wally get a button that says "Protege"
(http://media-2.web.britannica.com/eb-media/40/90540-004-51D46EFE.jpg)
How effing creepy is that?
Quite!
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He was such a terrible ventriloquist. Radio was the place for him.
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If you are asking me who I think will win, I would choose Wally Wackiman. If you are asking me who I want to win, I would choose the H-Man.
Although, I like both of them.
I think HMan is the better protege. He can be molded. I think Wally Wackiman has an insane radio presence that the HMan does not have... yet. Which is okay, because that's the whole point of being a protege. Hang in there HMan. This is your "Rocky III".
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H-man seems nice, Wally seems entertaining.
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I voted for Wally, but I'm having second thoughts ... the kid's good. Almost too good.
(http://www.edtv.it/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/pupazzo_gabbo.gif)
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I will save my opinions for the airwaves. But one thing I do know is...
BROTHER FIIIIIIIIIIIIGHT!!!
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Know what? Wally didn't do much for me. The episode, however was a really good one.
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I voted for Wally, but I'm having second thoughts ... the kid's good. Almost too good.
(http://www.edtv.it/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/pupazzo_gabbo.gif)
Just wait until Wally thinks he's of mic and says: "All the kids in Newbridge are SOB's."
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and now new that the Queen has chosen her Wackiman.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html)
The times they are a-changin'.
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and now new that the Queen has chosen her Wackiman.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html)
The times they are a-changin'.
I just love the term "Shadow King."
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and now new that the Queen has chosen her Wackiman.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html)
The times they are a-changin'.
I just love the term "Shadow King."
I like the term "shadow government".
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inspired to come here to contribute/create a similar thread :-\
very very surprised.. but wally's episode immediately became one of my favourites of the entire year! wackimen's immediate wit/rapport with callers, tom (and mike in the background)'s reactions, newport richey's overly aggressive/insulting call & of course the epic sibling rivalry. would love to have wally co-host again asap!
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and now new that the Queen has chosen her Wackiman.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1235375/Prince-William-share-Queens-duties-Treasury-document-reveals-secret-plan-make-Shadow-King.html)
The times they are a-changin'.
I just love the term "Shadow King."
I like the term "shadow government".
"shadow SCUMForce."
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HMan,
You too can get into this puppetry game, and best of all, you don't need any special materials
From the Knox County library website
Puppets out of Anything Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 4pm
Farragut Branch Library
Back by popular demand! Did you know you can make a puppet out of just about anything? Join Ms. Vivian as we take a quick look into the world of puppetry and create our very own puppets. Bring something from home for your puppet base if you wish. A variety of craft materials will be supplied. You can also bring something to stump Ms. Vivian! Can she really make a puppet out of anything? The most unusual item brought will be chosen at each program for her to see what she can do in less than 5 minutes? Will she be able to do it? Come and see.
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(http://media-2.web.britannica.com/eb-media/40/90540-004-51D46EFE.jpg)
Worst Kraftwerk Trans-Europe Express cover art reject EVER!
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This is, like, my third post. But one of the reasons I needed to get on the FOT Forum (besides the fact that I have tons of free time at the moment and am chronically addicted to the archives) is that I really feel that Wally is the true protege. No disrespect to H-man, but I think he's got another path--to greatness, I know not. But it's something else. The name "Wackiman" belies this particular puppet's true nature. Like the truest of clowns (IMO), he is crying inside. This gives him an edge that Hman doesn't really seem to possess. Hman exudes a healthy adolescence, and an optimism that I find refreshing. And Hman seems so eager to step up to the plate that I really admire him. Beethoven said that the difference between the great composers and the good ones was "personality." I believe we are all mediums of our confused consciousness, and Wackiman is a conduit of some potency that transcends his inanimation. Tom in his grand wisdom has been putting Hman through a trial of fire that will probably make him a better person and fortify him into a true personality. But we live in the present, not the future, and wackiman is the
NOW...?
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When this was first posted I voted for Wally but I think I must have been high from the fumes coming off of the rubber cement that holds Wally's eyes in place because the H-Man is the true protege. Wally, you're a great puppet and your pal Z-Man is top notch but I can not turn my back on the H-man again.
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I prefer Wally. He really did have an answer for everything. H-Man comes off as a little desperate when he tries to prove he is the true protege. Desperation may not be the right word - perhaps he is overcompensating?
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I believe H-Man should retain the protege title because he is more even keeled than Wally. I think that Wally should be used as an AP Mike protege or as a sidekick to H-man. Wally is the funny man to H-man's straight man.
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I prefer Wally. He really did have an answer for everything. H-Man comes off as a little desperate when he tries to prove he is the true protege. Desperation may not be the right word - perhaps he is overcompensating?
I think he's just now getting over the one-two punches to his post in life. He thought the "protoge" label, once announced, could not be taken away from him... Let alone taken by someone as unassuming as a goofy-voiced sock with a hand in it.
Last week H-man sounded determined to reclaim his glory but Wally's confidence will be difficult, at this stage, to overcome.
All I have to say to Wally is "watch your back!" You could be the next Fallen Protogé.
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I am SICK about not being able to listen tomorrow - going to a hockey game. I might make it home for the last hour, half hour. BOO!
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I am SICK about not being able to listen tomorrow - going to a hockey game. I might make it home for the last hour, half hour. BOO!
Can you borrow someone's Walkman?
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Because it now makes me think I some sort of prescient Jeanne-Dixonesque figure, I am pointing you to this, many for a second time
http://www.friendsoftom.com/forum/index.php/topic,3693.msg141766.html#msg141766 (http://www.friendsoftom.com/forum/index.php/topic,3693.msg141766.html#msg141766)
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Let alone taken by someone as unassuming as a goofy-voiced sock with a hand in it.
Maybe you haven't seen pics of him, but I take offense, on Wally's behalf, and mine. I worked quite hard on him, with many pieces of foam constructed together, and covered and hand-sewn with fleece. A sock with a hand in it, he is not. Of course, I am saying this, half-jokingly, not being uptight, but still. I put a lot of effort into him, so ya know. Thanks.
-The Z-Man
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Knock em dead Z-man! I'm rooting for you!
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I am SICK about not being able to listen tomorrow - going to a hockey game. I might make it home for the last hour, half hour. BOO!
Can you borrow someone's Walkman Wackiman?
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Tomorrow night's showdown will be a memorable one. Wally is a tough challenger, but I have been preparing for this moment ever since he stole the protege position from me. Puppets are meant to be seen and heard. He can go on tv all he wants, but radio is where I will win the battle.
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Who are H-Man and Wally Wackiman?
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Let alone taken by someone as unassuming as a goofy-voiced sock with a hand in it.
Maybe you haven't seen pics of him, but I take offense, on Wally's behalf, and mine. I worked quite hard on him, with many pieces of foam constructed together, and covered and hand-sewn with fleece. A sock with a hand in it, he is not. Of course, I am saying this, half-jokingly, not being uptight, but still. I put a lot of effort into him, so ya know. Thanks.
-The Z-Man
I think the H-Man just went up a few notches.
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I am SICK about not being able to listen tomorrow - going to a hockey game. I might make it home for the last hour, half hour. BOO!
Can you borrow someone's Walkman Wackiman?
Thank you.
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Let alone taken by someone as unassuming as a goofy-voiced sock with a hand in it.
Maybe you haven't seen pics of him, but I take offense, on Wally's behalf, and mine. I worked quite hard on him, with many pieces of foam constructed together, and covered and hand-sewn with fleece. A sock with a hand in it, he is not. Of course, I am saying this, half-jokingly, not being uptight, but still. I put a lot of effort into him, so ya know. Thanks.
-The Z-Man
I think the H-Man just went up a few notches.
Secondly, this is RADIO. If I see you as a sock, you're a sock. Maybe once you get the Late Night with Wally Wackiman on NBC I'll start seeing you for who you really are. As it stands you're in deep sock territory from here on in.
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Aw poo. I thought I could reset the poll and start it anew for tonight, but all I did was reset the poll...and it's still expired. Oh well.
I can't make up my mind on who I want to win! I like both pretty equally. I kinda hope Tom doesn't choose one and the tension continues.
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I'm with the humans. You let a puppet be your protege and the next thing you know there's strands of fuzz all over everything in the studio, and you KNOW how that stuff sticks to fudge.
Didn't any of you people see the Anthony Hopkins film Magic? Nothing good can happen when the puppeteer falls in love. It's only a matter of time before Wally's shanking everything in sight.
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Tom Leno'ed Wackiman!
Stay strong Wally -- your fans look forward to your triumphant return.
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On behalf of Wally (and myself, too), thanks to all of those who supported Wally throughout this epic struggle, and I assure you that you haven't seen/heard the last of him. Also, special thanks to EJGIII for that awesome rendition of Wally. H-Man posted it to my Facebook wall, and I am flattered and honored by that show of fandomship(?). Well done, sir. Even to those who were all for H-Man, thanks for taking part in all of it, and continuing to keep The Best Show the best!
-The Z-Man
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Thanks Z-Man! It was a little difficult to find a photo of Wally - I could only find a couple of bad photos on Twitter:
http://twitpic.com/sqv6h
and
http://twitpic.com/sr5qx
The H-Man seems like a really nice guy, but I think Tom made the wrong choice on this one.
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On behalf of Wally (and myself, too), thanks to all of those who supported Wally throughout this epic struggle, and I assure you that you haven't seen/heard the last of him. Also, special thanks to EJGIII for that awesome rendition of Wally. H-Man posted it to my Facebook wall, and I am flattered and honored by that show of fandomship(?). Well done, sir. Even to those who were all for H-Man, thanks for taking part in all of it, and continuing to keep The Best Show the best!
-The Z-Man
Wally, this is not the end. You will have an act II.
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Really, it's kind of impossible for there to be a protege. Terre T kinda said so, and Tom almost said so before the surprise ending to this very suspenseful episode.
But I tell you what: I think Wally wins Best Sidekick. By a mile. I hope to hear him on the show again in that capacity.
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On behalf of Wally (and myself, too), thanks to all of those who supported Wally throughout this epic struggle, and I assure you that you haven't seen/heard the last of him. Also, special thanks to EJGIII for that awesome rendition of Wally. H-Man posted it to my Facebook wall, and I am flattered and honored by that show of fandomship(?). Well done, sir. Even to those who were all for H-Man, thanks for taking part in all of it, and continuing to keep The Best Show the best!
-The Z-Man
Maybe Z-man and Wally could take over Seven Second Delay for Ken and Andy.