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September 06, 2005
Seraphic Radio Interview
After my article, Help! I'm a Hollywood Republican, was published in The Jewish Press two weeks ago, I was besieged by dozens of phone calls, hundreds of e-mails and numerous requests for various interviews.
Just a few days ago, I finally finished answering every single letter that was written to me in response to the article. I'm proud that I did not resort to a form letter. My feeling is that if you go to the trouble of writing me an articulate letter, you deserve a personal response.
As far as interviews, well, I decided to keep a low profile. Look, I am not self-destructive. I did not write the article out of some perverse impulse. I wrote it because I am genuinely alarmed at what I see as Hollywood's surrender, if not downright collaboration with the Jihadists -- murderous barbarians who are mortal enemies of civilization.
After carefully studying the website of one potential interviewer, I finally agreed to appear on the Rightalk radio show and discuss my article, being a Republican in Hollywood, the way in which Hollywood liberals refuse to confront the Jihadists, our beloved son Ariel ZT"L, why we started Seraphic Press our Young Adult publishing company, and of course my critically acclaimed novel The Hebrew Kid and the Apache Maiden.
I was incredibly nervous before the interview. Pacing my office like some caged animal, I scolded myself for agreeing to appear. You see, in spite of the blog, in spite of how public Karen and I seem to live our life, we are genuinely shy and intensely private.
Just as I was about to faint into a cowardly puddle, the phone chimed and the interview, well, as all the toothless guests on Jerry Springer say: "It just happened."
Not that I ever watch Jerry Springer.
Anyway, you can link to www.rightalk.com the show replays every hour for the next 24 hours and then again all weekend. The weekend schedule isn't up yet but it will be up soon at: http://rightalk.com/weekend_show_replay.php?show_id=73Let us know what you think.
Posted by Robert J. Avrech at September 6, 2005 02:05 PM
Comments
Seraphic Secret is private property, that's right, it's an extension of our home, and as such, Karen and I have instituted two Seraphic Rules and we ask commentors to act respectfully.
1. No profanity.2. No Israel bashing. We debate, we discuss, we are respectful. You know what Israel bashing is. The world is full of it. Seraphic Secret is one of the few places in the world that will not tolerate this form of anti-Semitism. That's it. Break either of these rules and you will be banned.
I just read your article about being a Republican. I commend you on your ability to maintain your bearings in the midst of the sorry bunch that makes up Hollywood. May God bless you on your publishing endeavor.
Posted by: Harry at September 6, 2005 06:41 PM
I cannot wait to have a listen.
Posted by: Stacey at September 6, 2005 06:57 PM
You were great, thanks for being on our show.
Posted by: Karol at September 6, 2005 10:22 PM
Karol: Thanks for having me. I actually enjoyed the interview.
Posted by: Robert Avrech at September 6, 2005 11:55 PM
I'm listening to it right now. I know Karol and Ace (there are perks to living in NYC), I hope you can meet the whole NYC young hip rightwing scene next time you come out to visit. I think Karol's having a party next week . . . .
Posted by: Yehudit at September 7, 2005 08:17 AM
Yehudit:
Hope I don't sound too dorky. Next time I'm in NY, maybe I can set aside time to meet the hip right wing. Gee willikers, finally, I get to be hip. Maybe.
Posted by: Robert at September 7, 2005 09:35 AM
Robert...I really enjoyed listening to the interview. I have done some radio in the past and you are a interviewers dream. You may not have realized it but 45 minutes just flew right on the by.
And.....you didnt sound dorky. ;)
Posted by: Lance at September 7, 2005 10:26 AM
Lance:
Thanks so much. I keep putting my finger on the button to replay my interview and then blam! I find something else that just has to be done. When I do hear the sound of my voice I melt into a puddle. Is that what I really sound like? My gosh, I am Daffy Duck.
Posted by: Robert Avrech at September 7, 2005 10:32 AM
"My gosh, I am Daffy Duck."
We certainly do not think of you as "despicable"--Daffy's famous/favorite word.
And it was a great interview!
Posted by: Pearl at September 7, 2005 10:48 AM
Robert, you definitely do not sound like "Daffy Duck".....However, I think we all get slightly embarrassed when we hear our recorded voice.
Posted by: Lance at September 7, 2005 11:23 AM
Like all Americans, I often day dream about starting my own business. I actually think the most lucrative one would be a nationwide Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring service, but another one I'd like to do is start a service that coaches would-be TV and radio guests who want to "come off" well on air and get invited back, etc.
I think your interview was great as it followed my #1 rule for all media guests, which is: "Make it clear what your opinioin is, and be passionate about it without sounding like a fanatic."
So I think you passed with flying colors from my professional point of view.
If there's one thing that doesn't go over well on the air, it's being wishy-washy, or being too slow to make it clear you have a pulse. You have to be something of a salesman and basically say to the audience: "I'm really passionate about X, and here's why."
I have a lot more tips, but that would kill my business before it starts.
Anyway Yasher Koach, you gave good "interview."
Posted by: Jake at September 7, 2005 01:35 PM
Jake:
The Number #1 fear for Americans is not terrorism. It is... public speaking. Open your business, do it well and you will be a massive success.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at September 7, 2005 01:44 PM
Robert, here's another one of my psychological insights :-)
You have not been a dorky kid for several decades. You are a grownup now.
Actually I'm not hip enough for the Karol/Ace crowd, being significantly older than most of them, but they tolerate me.....
Posted by: Yehudit at September 7, 2005 02:48 PM
Judith: Is it possible to be, you know, a dorky adult?
Posted by: Robert Avrech at September 7, 2005 02:55 PM
An interesting issue was the childrens books and movies that seem to be suggestive towards sexual proclivity. It is most likely a downside of the American Democratic system, or perhaps more of a global problem. What is your approach to solve this problem? Anything that would be construed as censorship would turn off most of the American people, or a good portion. But is there some other way to police this? By Censorship, I mean that in order to publish and market a book, it would have to go through a committee, much like the movie codes for films.
Are you in favor then of supression of the most wacky stuff by this committee?
Of course the knee jerk response is, who decides what is wacky?
Posted by: Frank at September 7, 2005 06:33 PM
Frank: Karen and I have stareted our own publishing company for young adults, Seraphic Press. In this way we contribute, not just complain.
Posted by: Robert Avrech at September 7, 2005 10:10 PM
Oh Robert you did great! Just listened to it. And I'm totally with you about hearing your own voice. I did the scratch track for the editors on the clip show I'm currently working on...like nails on a chalkboard! Everytime they play the cut for me I want to sink in my chair and fall into a pit. But you did sound great and even better -- like the intelligent gentleman you are! Well done.
Posted by: Esther at September 11, 2005 02:46 PM
Esther: Thanks so much for listening. It turned out better than I ever expected.
Posted by: Robert Avrech at September 11, 2005 03:32 PM