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Jeff Gormanliving in Akron, OH
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Jeff Gorman covers high school sports for a local newspaper and is the announcer for Fightfest, an MMA promotion airing on Sports Time Ohio. He has written a book about his career as a pro wrestling announcer: "This Side of the Mic". Check his blog on www.fighttalkonline.com Education/Experience: Northwestern University, Bachelor of Science in Journalism Interests: Pro Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts, Sports, Broadcasting, Family Man, Full time Daddy Affiliations: Wrestling announcer (my book), Make Money Online, MMA URL |
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Family traditions have been a part of my life growing up, and my wife and I have tried to establish some in our family.
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Jonny Fairplay and Joel Anderson couldn't last on Survivor: Fans vs. Favorites, so they are trying their hand at TNA Wrestling.
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Wrestlemania is always the biggest wrestling weekend of the year, but this year it seems like everyone will be wrestling in Orlando that weekend. Here is your guide to all of the action.
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The publishing world has been snookered again, as Margaret Setzer's "Love and Consequences" has been revealed to be an elaborate hoax.
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The FCC is cracking down hard on nudity and profanity, slapping networks with big fines for incidents that happened five years ago.
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CBS signed the Elite XC promotion to a contract to air four Saturday night fight specials each year.
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The primary election season has seen more than its share of biased, sycophantic journalism.
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The New York Times is reporting that ABC, Sony and Fox all want Jay Leno after his NBC contract expires in 2009.
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Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. will face Paul "The Big Show" Wight in the main event of WWE Wrestlemania 24 in Orlando, Fla.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off an 11-player deal with Chicago and Seattle, giving LeBron James some much-needed help.
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Rover's Morning Glory, the top-rated AM show in Cleveland, lost its spot on WKRK this week, but the show may resurface on WMMS.
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The Indiana Jones 4 trailer didn't show much creativity, while the preview of the Disney/Pixar movie Wall-E was bursting with it.
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Five of our Presidents were never elected, and one (Ford) was never even elected Vice President. Here are the rankings from worst to best.
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The Newseum will open in Washington, D.C. on April 11. Here are a few journalists who should be among the first enshrinees.
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Now that we know who survived the tornado (Lynette's family) and who didn't (Victor, Sylvia and Ida), what's next for the residents of Wisteria Lane?
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Mary Poppins is known as the kind, singing nanny who transforms a family in the classic Walt Disney movie. In P.L. Travers' book, Mary Poppins' disposition is not quite so sunny.
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The Cleveland Indians enjoyed an outstanding season in 2007. They won the Central Division and knocked the Yankees out of the playoffs. This year, things won't be so easy for the Tribe.
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Survivor Micronesia, the CBS reality show, has an intriguing concept. Ten longtime fans of the show compete against 10 of their favorite past Survivors.
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The media is filled with stories about the predatory lending crisis. A closer look reveals that many of these former homeowners victimized themselves.
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The WWE is trying to keep everyone guessing on the road to Wrestlemania. At No Way Out, 16 wrestlers will have a chance to earn a headlining spot.
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Uno, Sorry! and Rat-a-Tat Cat are three games that will boost your child's counting skills.
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We just learned that the NASA Lewis Research Center in Cleveland has a great kids activity area for our favorite price: free.
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The Eye and Over Her Dead Body are both opening at cinemas on Feb. 1, but you may want to save your money for Definitely, Maybe on Valentine's Day.
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A look a recent trailers reveals hints about upcoming movies that are full of action (10,000 B.C.), silliness (Welcome Home, Roscoe Jenkins) and melodrama (Under the Same Moon).
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NBC's new fall drama, Journeyman, really lived up to my expectations. The show has lot of potential to get better in the future, so NBC should bring it back after the writers' strike.
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The Undertaker will try to repeat as the winner of the WWE Royal Rumble. This year's event will take place on Jan. 27 at Madison Square Garden.
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Medium is back on NBC for a fourth season. The drama about a psychic who helps the police solve crimes airs on Monday nights at 10.
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Little Einsteins is a cartoon on Playhouse Disney that teaches children about music, art and geography. It features four smart, talented kids and their all-purpose vehicle, Rocket.
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MVP, C.M. Punk and The Motor City Machine Guns are among the brightest young stars in wrestling in 2008.
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We used to believe everything we read in the paper and everything we saw on the news. Those days are gone.
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'The Ultimate Fighter' has been a great way for the UFC to expose fans to its product without giving away high-profile fights on free TV. Here are the top five alumni.
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Three title matches, as well as Jeff Hardy vs. Triple H, make Armageddon a show that shouldn't be missed.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers' reliance on LeBron James led them to do almost nothing in the off-season. The Cleveland Indians would be wise to avoid that mistake.
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Tough sacrifices and past failures turn many people off even attempting a New Year's Resolution. Make 2008 the year you come through for yourself. It can be done.
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While a recent online article tried to argue that restaurants are a cheaper option, it's still more cost effective to look in your own kitchen for your next meal.
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Chris Jericho's return to the WWE was followed by those of Edge and Ric Flair.
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Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is the best and worst day to go shopping.
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Our little girl had a great time at Sesame Place amusement park in Langhorne, Pa., but a few improvements would have made our experience a lot better.
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Ten years after the "Montreal incident," the WWE and Shawn Michaels are returning to the scene of the crime.
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We had an outstanding time in Philadelphia, as there were a lot more activities for small children than you would expect.
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Great music sets The Backyardigans apart from other TV shows. It wasn't easy to narrow this list to just 10 great songs.
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It's not easy to be a pro wrestler, but could find yourself a spot in the wrestling world, even if you're not ready to put on the tights yourself.
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UFC recently purchased it's top competitior, PRIDE. This is reminiscent of the WWE's purchase of WCW in 2001. That transaction didn't work out so well.
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Apparently, we who write for the AC are contributing to the fall of Western civilization.
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Raw was the big winner as WWE wrestlers shuffled between Raw, Smackdown and ECW.
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If your child has to watch a TV show, she might as well watch something worthwhile. Here are five TV shows that will not add empty calories to her viewing diet.
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Kane is a big, agile wrestler who is so convincing as a monster that he starred in a horror movie. So why isn't he a bigger star?
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San Diego has the perfect climate especially in the summer. Our vacation there was one of the best times of my life.
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Edge toiled in the middle of the pack for years before breaking out as a main-event star.
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The Akron area has some great places to cool off. Many of them are free.
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You would be surprised to learn how much there is to do in the summer in Erie, Pa.
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It may take you three or four summers to visit all of the cool places in Anaheim and Orange County.
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Sports can be very helpful to the physical and emotional health of disabled people. You may be surprised at how many options for summer sports are available.
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Shark has broken out of its mold (a legal version of House) to earn a second season on CBS. The dynamic performance of James Woods is the key.
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Packs of free runners are getting together to run over and around any obstacles they can find.
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The networks recently unveiled their new lineups of fall TV shows. Here are the most promising new shows.
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Medium just wrapped up its second season on NBC, and the show has rewarded its fans by tinkering with its formula.
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Fathers don't need much to be satisfied on Father's Day. Just remember them with a simple gift and they will have a Happy Father's Day.
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In case you haven't paid attention lately, here are the wrestlers who are on top of WWE these days.
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Arbor Day falls on the last Friday in April, and it's a great way to get people together to beautify the community. Here are some ideas for celebrating Arbor Day.
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Fisher-Price has designed the Kid-Tough Camera, a real digital camera that is easy for a child to operate. More importantly, it won't break.
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John Cena and The Undertaker emerged with the top prizes, while Vince McMahon ended up bald.
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Often, what the wrestlers say on the mic is more entertaining than what they do in the ring.
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Here is a collection of baseball quotes beyond the tired ones like "Let's play two" and "It ain't over 'til it's over."
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If you really love a movie, a quote or two may stick in your head. Here are some of the most useful movie quotes for real life.
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If you are familiar with the documents you are signing, your closing will go a lot easier.
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You can take some simple steps to ensure that your mortgage closing goes smoothly.
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Joe Dubois, the husband of psychic sleuth, is the best character on NBC's Medium.
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Every dollar counts when you're moving. Here are some ways to stretch your budget as you make a transition that is often very expensive.
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William Shatner has taken a one-note character and turned him into one of the best on TV. Denny Crane has so many unredeemable qualities, but he is totally lovable at the same time.
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Gabrielle could have been stuck in "selfish model" mode for three years, but instead the character has grown through her misfortune.
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No company has promised us that something will be good forever. The U.S. Post Office may change that soon.
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Moving to a new home can be traumatic for a child, but parents can help by showing patience and understanding.
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Not long ago, I looked forward to a future writing for the newspaper - but does the newspaper even have a future?
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Do you ever get that feeling before Election Day? You know - the feeling that you're so sick of campaign ads and you just want the election to be over? Well, I'm getting that feeling already.
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How do sportscasters get their job? It takes a combination of hard work, determination and fortunate timing.
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Sometimes I wonder what it would have been like to seriously pursue a life in the theater. When I was 10, I seemed to be on that track.
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Here is a run-down of the most skillful, successful and influential tag teams in wrestling history.
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Scarlett Johansson is a huge movie star, but when you look her actual acting ability, she comes up short.
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A new restaurant called Rocky River Grillhouse has opened at Chapel Hill Plaza. It's very tasty, clean and best of all - it's new!
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The Undertaker ousted Shawn Michaels to win the Royal Rumble on Jan. 28. Now the Dead Man will put his 13-match Wrestlemania win streak on the line against World champion Batista on April 1.
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Ultimate fighting, or mixed martial arts (MMA), has enjoyed a recent surge in popularity. Here's everything you need to know.
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Find out who's winning and losing the ratings races, and what shows are debuting or returning.
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Whether you're a die-hard fan or you've been out of the loop, here are the essentials for following wrestling in 2007.
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Here is a guide to some of the best florists in Akron. Through the magic of the internet, you don't necessarily have to go to your neighborhood shop anymore.
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If someone you love is a serious writer, it can be hard to think of gift ideas that relate to his profession. Ask yourself what you can do make it easier for him to get his work done and to get it pub...
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MTV is starting a new wrestling group that will rely on high-flying, explosions and the internet to attract and keep its audience. It's called Wrestling Society X.
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The best sportswriting breaks through the clutter and tells me something I don't know. Here are some of my favorites.
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Associated Content readers enjoyed some great articles about movies, TV and other pop-culture topics this year. Here are the 10 best.
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Several good articles on wrestling have appeared on AC this year. I'm supposed to be a wrestling expert, and some of these stories taught me something new.
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Jim Rome is one of the most knowledgeable sportscasters around, and you can get a lot of sports news and entertainment from one three-hour show.
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Vince McMahon doesn't care that the Trump-Rosie match wasn't a wrestling classic. He's counting on a big-money feud with the real Donald Trump in the coming months.
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When I quit my job three years ago to raise my daughter, I knew it would be difficult but rewarding. While my child has helped me by being a little angel, it's still tough to get everything finished.
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If you're on the Web anyway, you might as well play some good tunes in the background. With 290 channels, AccuRadio is certain to have something you like.
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Are politicians and celebrities influential? Not compared to the CEO.
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Even if you don't have a stable permanent job, there are many places in Akron where you can make a buck or two. Some of the jobs are actually enjoyable.
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This list includes lovable actors and trailblazing women.
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If you need a last-minute gift or something for yourself in the new year, there are a lot of innovative gadgets on the market. Some are actually useful.
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Whether you're a new MMA fan or you're preparing to step into the octagon yourself, there are a host of websites that can give you the information you need.
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Pop culture websites are a small but satisfying part of my internet diet. I need something to read about after I get the news on wrestling, sports and the rest of the world. Here are some of the best.
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Necessity is the mother of invention, right? Well, some inventions are not necessary; they are just plain weird.
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Wrestling fan sites are as diverse as the fans themselves. If you're into WWE, ROH or old-school wrestlers, there are similar fans who have devoted countless hours to their wrestling fan websites.
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You may be interested to know that some long established ideas about credit collection agencies are simply not true, or myths. Arm yourself with knowledge about credit not anger about collection agen...
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Wrestling fans spend a lot of money on their favorite form of entertainment. Some like to watch collections of WWE, lucha, Japanese or old-school wrestling, while others gobble up masks and action fig...
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Talk show host Oprah Winfrey has used hard work and talent to become one of the richest and most influential people in America. Her humble ability to relate to her audience has earned her their undyin...
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Whether you go out to a nightclub or stay in a hotel, there is no shortage of places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Cleveland.
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Eleven years ago, Akron's First Night celebration began as an alcohol-free alternative party. Now, it's grown into an enormous bash that engulfs the entire town on the final night of the year.
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Mick Foley is the only wrestler to win a World title and write a best-selling book. He has three world titles, and he will go for best-seller No. 3 when he produces his latest autobiography.
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Jay Leno did a great job as Tonight Show host when Johnny Carson retired in 1992. Leno has redefined the role for his generation, and he is preparing to pass the torch to Conan O'Brien.
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Sometimes it's hard to think of what gifts to buy for your grandparent in a nursing home. Some good ideas include memorabilia holders, photo frames and card games.
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