KK On the Move...

So it's been way too long since my last update. Lots going on to say the least... After 2+ years working for XOS Network/JumpTV, I've accepted a new job at XOS Technologies, Inc.

Now I realize that might be confusing and that is understandable. Basically, XOS is starting a new initiative and I'm now onboard as Director, Content Management.

Previously, XOS had a separate unit, Network, which I worked in until it was acquired by Jump. The other two XOS units remained untouched.

It's a great opportunity for me and a better fit for my skill set. I had a blast at JumpTV and learned a lot and will miss all of my ex-colleagues, but sometimes opportunities present themselves and you act.

That's really all there is to it. I will still work in Central Florida, Lake Mary to be specific. It's only one exit further to work each day so that's nothing.

Well, that's about it for now, but I certainly hope to provide more frequent updates.

Paris Takes a Shot at McCain

I thought this was really funny. And she is hot.

Reporter Turns Ghetto in 3 Seconds

My friend Harry, who started a great new blog of his own, sent this. Hilarious!

Imus - Dead Or Alive?

One of my favorites from the Howard Stern show.....

Busy Times Lately, New Look Ahead

I'm very intrigued with the merger recently announced by my company, JumpTV and NeuLion.

PRESS RELEASE

Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) Leaders to Create Powerhouse of Online Sports, International and Religious Programming

TORONTO – June 27, 2008 – JumpTV Inc. (TSX/AIM: JTV) (“JumpTV” or the “Company”), a leading provider of live and on-demand sports and international programming over the Internet and NeuLion, Inc. (“NeuLion”), an end-to-end IPTV service of live and on-demand sports, international and religious programming over the Internet and through set top boxes, today announced the execution of the definitive agreement in respect of their previously announced merger.

The terms of the definitive agreement are outlined in detail in the June 9, 2008 announcement. Closing of the proposed merger is scheduled to occur on or about October 1, 2008 and is subject to regulatory approvals (including approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange), JumpTV shareholder approval and NeuLion shareholder approval.

JumpTV and NeuLion have agreed the proposed private placement of units, previously disclosed on June 9, 2008, will be put to a shareholder vote in conjunction with shareholder approval of the definitive agreement. Pursuant to the private placement, AvantaLion LLC, an entity controlled by Mr. Wang, has irrevocably committed to subscribe for 10 million units from JumpTV’s treasury at a price of $1.00 per unit, and G. Scott Paterson has also committed to buy 1 million units on the same terms. The aggregate gross proceeds from the units will be CDN$11 million. Closing of the private placement is subject to regulatory approvals, including approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange. Completion of the merger is additionally conditional on shareholder approval of the unit subscription. The companies continue to anticipate the shareholder meeting will be held on or about October 1, 2008.

Additionally, the Company announced Jordan Banks will cease acting as CEO effective June 27, 2008. In conjunction with this news, Mr. Banks did not stand for re-election as a director of the Company at today’s Annual and Special General Meeting.

“We are grateful to Jordan Banks for his strategic vision and unwavering dedication to JumpTV and all of its stakeholders for the past eight months,” said G. Scott Paterson, Executive Chairman, JumpTV. “Jordan has played a critical role in JumpTV’s evolution. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

On June 25, 2008, Brad Greenspan, on behalf of an entity which he controls, delivered an unsolicited offer to combine JumpTV and LiveTime Group. The Board of Directors of JumpTV convened a special meeting to review and consider Mr. Greenspan’s proposal. After due consideration, deliberation and discussion, and following receipt of legal and financial advice, the Board determined that Mr. Greenspan’s proposal was not in the best interests of the Company, and that the Company’s interests and its shareholders’ interests were best served by continuing its negotiations with NeuLion, ultimately completing the definitive agreement as described above.

About JumpTV

JumpTV (www.jumptv.com), (TSX/AIM:JTV), is a world leading broadcaster of live and on-demand sports video over the Internet. In the last twelve months, JumpTV streamed more than 15,000 live and exclusive sporting events – comprised of top college (NCAA), professional and Hispanic sports coverage – to millions of fans globally. JumpTV also delivers a broad offering of internet services to its partners including web hosting, live event video streaming, ticket management and e-commerce.

Through JumpTV’s consumer websites: JumpTV.com, Cycling.TV and SportsYa.com, as well as its collegiate and international sports partner websites, JumpTV streams tens of thousands of hours of live and on-demand events and international programming over the Internet each year.

About NeuLion

Based in Plainview, NY, NeuLion works with content partners to develop end-to-end solutions for multimedia IPTV services. The NeuLion iPTV Platform encodes, delivers, stores and manages an unlimited range of multimedia content, and the Operational Support System (OSS) maintains all billing and customer support services. NeuLion content partners are responsible for content aggregation and the sales and marketing for the individual IPTV service.

Let's Go Pens!

Wow, what a tough way to end a remarkable season. Reminds me of the Tennessee Titans falling a yard short in their Super Bowl loss to the St. Louis Rams. This team was a joy to watch each and every game. From the evolution of Evgeni Malkin, to the return of Gary Roberts, it was a helluva ride.

This team is poised to make many a run at the Stanley Cup so there is absolutely nothing to be disappointed about. As a fan, I can only hope that management is able to keep as many of the core group in place. It was a real thrill to see the talented Marian Hossa mesh with Sidney Crosby. Watching Marc-Andre Fleury raise his game to a new level and the courage of Ryan Malone, a true warrior and Pittsburgh hometown favorite.

For this, I salute you Penguins on a job very well done and am counting the days until it all begins again. I can hear it now, Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens!

Go Home Flyers!!!!

Screw Filthadelphia and all their lousy, arrogant piece of shit fans.

Some of the most classless individuals on this earth. Nonetheless, Fuck You!

You got owned bitches!!

Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens! Let's Go Pens!

Stanley Cup, here we come!

Pens Dump Rangers, Listen Live

Mike Lange, the best NHL announcer ever, makes the call on Marian Hossa's game-winning goal.

Bring on the Flyers! Let's Go Pens!

Smyrna Sharks Biting Big-Time!

This is what happens in my back yard.

New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County, Fla., is the shark attack capital of the world, according to a database called the International Shark Attack File. Each year, thousands of people dip their toes and then jump in, stroking past the surf and into a zone that's literally thick with sharks.

“Most people who have swum in and around New Smyrna have been within 10 feet of a shark in their lifetime,” says George Burgess, an ichthyologist and fisheries biologist at the University of Florida who maintains the International Shark Attack File (ISAF).

To read more of the MSNBC article, click here.

World of KK Returns

So postings have been few and far between here these days and there are a variety of reasons for that. The main reason being work and the fact that I've traveled more this year professionally than ever before.

That's OK and it's fun. I have trips upcoming to Chicago and Dallas. I'll finally get to see a game at Wrigley Field. That will be very cool.

Uncle Sam took a bite out of me this year and I'm still recovering. What a great tax system we have. Thank God our fearless leader is giving us a $600 'rebate.' In my take, it's a fucking cash advance that will most certainly end up costing each of us in the long run.

The Pirates season is already over in April but what the hell else is new? I'm so glad I didn't waste my time or money on them this year. It will be two years in a row for my attending games boycott. Any of you who know me know how hard that is for a diehard fan but enough is enough.

I'm looking forward to a visit from my parents in May and I'm hoping to take my first long vacation of the year this August.

Until we meet again, back to the salt mine I go, pick axe in hand.

From the Stern Show: Karloff???

Quality...

Farewell to a Pittsburgh Legend

As a youngster who aspired to be a broadcaster/journalist, I was immediately drawn to Myron Cope.

He just had the unique way that made you want to listen more and more. I was honored to be a regular caller to his WTAE show with a handle known as 'The Kid.'

Myron Cope is a legend that won't ever soon be replaced.

We should all be so fortunate that we had the chance to see, hear and for some, meet this true legend of Pittsburgh.

My deepest sympathies go out to the entire Cope family.

Gene Collier from the Post-Gazette sums it all up quite well.

Wow! This Schedule Is Brutal!

Peter King from SI breaks it down....Yikes!

* = 2007/2008 playoff team

Stat of the Week
Home
*Indianapolis (13-4)
Houston (8-8)
*NY Giants (14-6)
*Dallas (13-4)
*San Diego (13-6)

Road
*Jacksonville (12-6)
*Tennessee (10-7)
*Washington (9-8)
Philadelphia (8-8)
*New England (18-1)

Has anyone out there looked at the Steelers' schedule for this fall? Schedules are organic things in terms of degree of difficulty; they tend to change week-by-week during the season. But looking at Pittsburgh's slate right now, we might be seeing the toughest schedule a team has had in recent history.

Lots of teams have division schedules as tough or tougher than six games with Cleveland, Cincinnati and Baltimore, though the rising Browns, Carson Palmer and the presumably rejuvenated Ravens will be a difficult six-pack.

Amazing. Horrendously amazing, if you bleed black and gold.
Schedule factoids:

• Eight of Pittsburgh's 10 non-AFC North games are against 2007 playoff teams.

• All 10 non-division foes were .500 or better in 2007.

• New England plays four games against teams that finished over .500 in the 2007 regular season. Pittsburgh plays 10.

• Excluding the Steelers in 2005, the last four Super Bowl champs (Giants, Colts, Pats, Pats) are on Pittsburgh's schedule.

Fun Times Up North (in a foot of snow)

I am in Toronto for work and had the privilege of attending a charity event at the NHL Hall of Fame. The Executive Chairman of JumpTV leads the charge for Merrygoround.

It's a great organization that helps children obtain computers and e-buddies courtesy of volunteer Toronto police officers.

Many former players attended with notables Steve Thomas, Wendel Clark and Hall of Fame defenseman Paul Coffey.

I had the privilege to meet Paul and he had nothing but good things to say about Pittsburgh and its people. He was very friendly and extremely approachable. I truly felt like a kid as I enjoyed watching him play so much, especially while he was with the Penguins.

On a side note, I asked him if he agreed that Pittsburgh and Philadelphia are polar opposites.

He responded, "I hate it there." Atta boy Paul!

It's Election Time

Now, as Florida prepares to vote this Tuesday, check this out:

Ty 'Fucking' Conklin

The World of KK ends its silence in tribute to a journeyman goaltender who simply can't be beat.

CONK!

Gator Finally Spotted

I'd heard about an alligator in the pond across the street from my house but hadn't seen it with my own eyes.

That changed this Sunday morning when my Dad spotted the 5+ foot reptile in the adjacent pond.

Pretty cool. Suffice to say Biskit gets leashed.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Everyone!

Been busy and stressful times lately in the World of KK but never too much to sit back and enjoy the holidays. My parents are here and my brother Khris arrives tomorrow.



That's what the holidays are all about and I'm so happy they can join me in sunny Fla. I look forward to the New Year both professionally and personally.

The year 2007 had its and ups and downs but we're still standing tall so let's see what the future brings. One thing is certain, the Pirates will still suck.

So to all of my family, friends and to the millions of World of KK fans, Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

See ya in 2008!

Steelers Shit The Bed

What a sickening performance by the Black and Gold on Sunday. They better get their head out of their ass as they host the Dolphins (who are chomping at the bit for a win) next Monday night.

The offensive line played so bad you'd wonder how Willie Parker leads the AFC in rushing. Fast Willie went nowhere, Big Ben was sacked seven damn times and at the end of the day, we're treated to an overtime loss to a lousy team.

I can't tell you how upsetting it is to have had the AFC no. 2 seed and now lose it because of a loss to a BUM.

It's almost 24 hours later and I am still fuming. Get your heads out of your ass!

World of KK Returns: Steelers, New Neighbor

OK. So, it's been awhile since you've all heard from me and there are some reasons for that.

Suffice to say all is well all considering and I'll be posting more as time allows. Let's just leave it at that.

Where do we start?

That's easy. Of course we start with the Steelers. They're on a solid roll and came back nicely last week to beat the upstart Browns. The week before, I had the privilege of attending the Monday night thrashing of the thug Ravens. More importantly, I was able to see the tribute to the Steelers 75th anniversary team. Chills rushed down my spine.

Hopefully the boys can pick up 3 wins against sub-par opponents the next three weeks. All games are in Pittsburgh (Jets, Dolphins and Bengals -- I will be at the Cincy game).

That would set the table for the hopefully 10-2 Steelers to travel to Foxboro to battle the Patriots. Man, I'd love to go to that game.

In other news, Biskit has been growing bolder lately and running away (to a point) from me when I let her out. She used to do an about face, do her business then return. That will change now as the addition of our new neighbor, a three-foot-long alligator in a nearby pond.

So, Biskie is now leashed at all times. I hope this blog report reaches all of you well and in good spirits. If I don't write, Happy Thanksgiving from the World of KK.

p.s. Since you're here, you might as well watch Hines Ward lay out two Ravens with crushing blocks, including All-Pro safety and shit talker Ed Reed.