Now Appearing in an Extended Engagement! Join David Robison as he takes you into his world and his daily life of reviving a stand-up comedy career. Prepare for side trips exploring the "art" of salesmanship and business ethics and his experience with Multi-level Marketing. Enjoy some frequent detours describing his observations on life. Read the exploits of this self-proclaimed Renaissance-man and blooming blogger as you go
On The Road With Dave.
"What is both surprising and delightful is that spectators are allowed, and even expected, to join in the vocal part of the game...There is no reason why the field should not try to put the batsman off his stroke at the critical moment by neatly timed disparagements of his wife's fidelity and his mother's respectability."
I stumbled across a great site for Freelancers of all types while researching rates that writers charge.
Freelance Switch offers a blog, forum, resources, and books for the person looking to make the switch to a freelance career in their field of expertise.
The Rate Calculator was helpful to me as a writer and as a comedian.
You'll probably see a few images of Earth from space today. It's a typical way the media reminds us of "Earth Day" being celebrated today.
"Talk radio" would have us to believe that celebrating Earth Day is silly and meaningless--that recognizing we have a Climate Crisis is a hoax forced on the American people to make them feel guilty at being successful and prosperous.
Maybe so.
Maybe, the Earth's climate is cyclical. It heats up, it cools down; all with no influence from mankind, our machines, our carbon footprint. And maybe, buying a fluorescent bulb or properly inflating our tires won't make a "hill of beans" difference for our environment.
But maybe, taking an interest in our actions and how they might affect, not only the Earth, but also the people around us could be a good thing.
Maybe, in our quest to provide solutions to pollution, greenhouse gases, our dependence on oil-based energy and products, we can develop technology and ideology that will further push us past current prosperity.
Today, I chose, not a picture of Earth from space, but a photo of our galaxy, The Milky Way, from Earth.
The Earth is a mere speck in that galaxy and we have the power to insure that "speck" survives until one day we are able to reach beyond our own blue sphere and touch further worlds in our galaxy.
I had this idea for a blog entry over at "Tex's Quixtar Blog"; and I figure what's good for Tex is good for Dave.
Consider this entry a press conference or an "open-line" talk show.
Is there something you want to know about Dave? An opinion?
Ask your question in the comments; and I'll try to answer. It can be Quixtar or Amway related. MLM-related. Comedy. It can be about anything, but let's keep the real personal stuff to a minimum--I can always choose to answer, "No Comment".
Just questions. And hold off on follow-ups. Let's see how the first round plays out first.
Okay first question--that person in the second row.....
"UNLESS someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.
SO... Catch!" calls the Once-ler. He lets something fall. "Its a Truffula Seed. It's the last one of all!
You're in charge of the last of the Truffula Seeds. And Truffula Trees are what everyone needs. Plant a new Truffula. Treat it with care. Give it clean water. And feed it fresh air. Grow a forest. Protect it from axes that hack. Then the Lorax and all of his friends may come back."
No Theme, no real sense of purpose. Just a few things rambling around in my head.
I did some karaoke last weekend at a bowling alley lounge, no less. One of my friends' and coworkers' Dad and Mom run a Karaoke night. Her dad mentioned I was a stand-up comedian and was going to give me a chance to do "5 minutes". I wasn't really prepared, and another friend started talking to the crowd; giving them hints at my material. (Who wants to hear about MySpace, Midgets, and Mayonnaise?) She "worked" the crowd's curiosity up; but I declined and offered to come back another week when I was prepared. Some audience members were actually upset that I didn't perform right then and there. Maybe I should have.
I got a form email from Steve Hofstetter saying he's going to be doing his "Business of Comedy" seminar in Atlanta, Georgia on May 3rd. I wanna go. The seminar is inexpensive and is chocked full of relevant, useful information. Steve is a top-notch comedian's comedian and I'm sure I would get lots of "good" from it. I just gotta figure out how to afford the trip. Not just the seminar cost, but gasoline costs, meals, and whether I can make it a one day trip with a tired trip home or a possible hotel stay.
I joined Twitter. I'm not sure why. Do I really want to make little updates of day-to-day activities for my online friends to read? It's just one more thing to experiment with. Do I want people to follow me on Twitter? Will anybody figure that it'll be worth following? Who knows; but I am all a twitter. Maybe I'm "twitter-pated" as well. If you wanna see Twitter updates, then they are in my side bar.
I wanna win a Bloggie. Or a Blogger's Choice award. But, "On The Road With Dave" doesn't exactly fit into any of the categories to nominate it for consideration--Unless of course it happened to be "greatest blog of all time" or greatest Blog Writer. I envy blogs that I find on the Internet that have the little banner that proclaims they have won the coveted Best Blog award in a particular category. Also the prize money of $20.08 seems to be enticing me.
Mobile, Alabama was chosen as the location by the U.S. Air Force and Northrop-Grumman and EADS were chosen to build the next generation of Tanker Aircraft, The KC-45.
Boeing is contesting the decision as unfair.
If the process was "fair" before Boeing lost, then it's fair AFTER they lost.
Every State in the Gulf Coast and Southeastern United States could benefit from this contract. Many Vendors will be chosen to support the production of this aircraft. This project could have long-lasting benefits for the Gulf Coast area and beyond.
I support the project and the decision to build it in Mobile, Alabama.
I must be rich. I had to pay the Internal Revenue Service and the State of Alabama again this year.
Yeah, I'm a Liberal and believe that taxes are a necessary evil to fund our Government. And, you could probably hear me in an argument talk about how "the rich" should pay more taxes or pay taxes in a different way than is currently devised.
If I'm complaining about our Income Tax system, it's usually related to HOW those taxes are spent.
And, I've been quoted as saying, "I want to pay MORE taxes than anybody else in the United States, because then I'd be RICHER than anyone else. Bring on the taxes!"
(It's true, I've said it)
But yesterday, the water pump on my car went out and the last mechanic that replaced the water pump "cross-threaded" the bolts that held it on , which cost me some significant labor charges to put this new water pump on.
And, my wife calculated our Income Taxes last night and found out we owed more than we thought we might. Just having one qualified dependent hurt us. Plus we HAD medical expenses this past year...just not enough.
Car repairs AND Tax payment. Ick!
On the one hand, the car is a 1994 Buick Century with 200,000 miles on it. CLEARLY I'M POOR. But, on the other hand, the IRS and the state of Alabama say I made a "butt-load" of money; CLEARLY I'M RICH.
So, I find myself looking longingly at this 1913 copy of the FIRST tax form from the Department of Revenue. I believe the tax rate was 1%. I must be rich
"Of course the truth is that the congresspersons are too busy raising campaign money to read the laws they pass. The laws are written by staff tax nerds who can put pretty much any wording they want in there. I bet that if you actually read the entire vastness of the U.S. Tax Code, you'd find at least one sex scene ("'Yes, yes, YES!' moaned Vanessa as Lance, his taut body moist with moisture, again and again depreciated her adjusted gross rate of annualized fiscal debenture")."
While I was in Prague, I mentioned that one should not encourage everyone to start a blog. There are some people that just can't string three coherent sentences together.
Today, I found out that I kinda stumbled upon a good "rule of thumb".
"Someone who can't write three clear sentences in a row will never write a good book. Walter Pitkin, literary agent, Weston, Connecticut"
I've been reading IBOFIghtback's Blog and Forum, The Truth About Amway, almost since he started the site.
Recently, I got the chance to meet the author and while he was controversial on sites like The Quixtar Blog Forum and earned the name "Spinsider"--when it comes to his Line Of Sponsorship, Network 21--I found him to be a pretty cool guy.
No, I don't agree with all of his opinions, but then again, not everybody agrees with my opinions, either.
His site provides feeds to breaking press releases from the world of Amway and Quixtar and I think he must have a hundred "Google Alerts" going through his Inbox to keep up. I personally like his slant of covering Amway/Quixtar business in the European and Asian markets.
He's been sending his readers to my blog over the past couple of weeks to catch up with my exploits in Prague and his readers have caused a little spike in my traffic.
By The Way, Welcome to all the visitors from "Truth".
I can't really return the favor in numbers, but I can surely return the favor by adding "The Truth About Amway" to my "Links That I Like" in my sidebar.
Welcome "IBOFightback" to "On The Road With Dave".
I slept terribly, Wednesday night. The codeine cough syrup I had been using to quiet my cough had began to make me itch. It was a side effect I had experienced before. Usually I can live with it, but at the same time my bronchitis was worsening and the codeine wasn't even helping the cough. At about 3AM, I got up out of bed and decided that since I couldn't sleep, I might as well pack my bags.
By 4AM, I was tired and miserable--but if I went to sleep--would I wake up in time to check out and make it to the airport? I chanced it, and slept until around 5:30AM.
I was to meet "TEX" downstairs in the lobby for breakfast at 6AM. I carried my bags down, checked out, and received my deposit back. (I had to put up a $100 dollars deposit, because I didn't have a credit card to secure purchases from the mini bar or if I had decided to watch some hotel satellite porn) For the record I got back all my money, except the price of a Pepsi.
"Tex" and I had a nice breakfast and caught the shuttle to the airport. I have been telling the story, since I returned from Prague, that I saw Air Force Two( maybe One) at the Amsterdam Airport and now, as I write this, it might have been at the Prague Airport. I was told after I returned from my trip that Condoleezza Rice had been making a trip to the area.
Again a nice flight to Amsterdam. At the Amsterdam Airport, I said good-bye to Tex and began the long security check. I was randomly selected for a more extensive security check. No Rubber Gloves were involved but they did open my carry-on bag and wave a metal detector wand over me and pat me down. I passed the test.
Then it was 10 hours on board a way crowded flight to Memphis, TN. I'm sure that my fellow passengers were happy to land in Memphis, after listening to me cough the entire trip. I think I might have started a trend before the flight was over. I heard many others cough right along with me. Maybe, we were all suffering from the "Prague Blah"
But, me and my fellow flight mates were not just going to land in Memphis. We had the opportunity to land somewhere else first.
As our flight trajectory brought us near the USA and home, a passenger began experiencing a medical emergency. The pilot made that familiar announcement that you hear in the movies. "If there is a qualified medical professional on board we ask that you report to a flight attendant." or something to that effect.
About thirty minutes later, another announcement.
"We have a passenger experiencing signs of a heart attack, we are making an unscheduled stop in Toronto, Canada to assist the passenger. Please remain in your seats as medical personnel board the plane."
We land. We stay on the runway. Fire trucks, ambulances, and other official airport vehicles surround the plane and Paramedics board the plane. We sit. I cough.
Thirty minutes later, they wheel an elderly gentleman from the plane under oxygen and his "vacation" in Canada begins. The trucks leave. We are informed that our flight connections will be informed of the delay and that most of us should make our next leg of the trip in plenty of time.
And I do. I arrive in Memphis with about 45 minutes to spare. Just time enough to pass through Customs, receive my SECOND stamp in my Passport, and board my plane to "Sweet Home Alabama"
My lovely wife greeted me at the Mobile Airport with a hug and a kiss and a container filled with some cold Milo's Tea. (nectar of the Gods)
Unfortunately, my luggage had taken a side trip to Shreveport thanks to the Customs official in Memphis who I handed it to on my way to my flight.
"Mobile, right?" he said.
"Right." I said.
Undoubtedly, "Right" means send it somewhere else. So I didn't get my bags until the next day, but I was home. Who cares?
But, it bummed me out a bit, because I couldn't show off my handmade marionette to the family that night. He's a Scot, I bought him because I have some Scot in me and I think I may look a little like him after a few shots of Tequila.
Well folks, there you have it. The entire Prague, Czech Republic experience. Thanks for taking the trip again with me.
Thanks again to David Steadson, Bridgett, "Tex" and "Big Apple" for being a part of the Bloggers 5. Thank you, Rob Zeiger and Alticor Corporation for thinking I had something intelligent to say to your Staff. Thank you, Robin Luymes and Dino Baskovic for putting up with us, hosting us, and doing all that walking in the city with us.
It was a trip of a lifetime, and I'm glad I was "On The Road" to do it.
After our walking tour of the city of Prague, we arrived back at the hotel cold, tired and hungry. I went and grabbed a quick shower and put my new Czech Republic marionette in my room.
Dinner was planned at a local pub/restaurant with all of the Bloggers 5, along with Dino Baskovic, Robin Luymes and Kate Makled. I spoke with Kate for a little while on the way to the restaurant. I found out her job consisted of "crisis management" public relations. A job description that I remarked probably kept her busy. Kate is directly under Rob Zeiger, the Director of Communications for Alticor. So she's a "big dog", and I felt honored that she decided to join us for dinner. And can I say? Dare I say?...yeah why not...she's a babe.
Dino had received a map of the restaurant's location and at the appropriate time, we began our trek to the restaurant. Bridgett and Kate opted for sensible shoes instead of "heels" to make the walk along the cobblestone streets. It was a smart decision. The streets are pretty and historic, but uneven and a bit treacherous in the dark.
I walked with Dino for a while since he had the map, but early on in the trip, Big Apple took over the job of leading us to the restaurant. Big Apple had been by the restaurant earlier in his tours of the city and was sure he could get us there. It was funny that the group divided up in different smaller groups as conversations changed throughout the walk. Someone would speed up to a group of three to get in on a chat; or slow down to a group of two to join in on a different conversation. It seemed to take a while of walking and a few twists and turns, but we arrived at the pub ready to eat.
I had seen on several menus at different places, a Czech favorite called, Pork Knee. Okay, maybe I'm not a world traveler, but I sorta thought that since the Czech Republic was "old country"; that a dish called Pork Knee was akin to a Southern favorite, "Ham Hocks", the lower portion of the pig leg. Ham Hocks are a tasty addition to soups and beans, not much meat but delicious "soul food". I couldn't have been further from the truth. I had a mini roasted leg of pig that started right below where a "cut" of ham would begin. Smoked and roasted to perfection, served with a mustard and bread. I opted for some "French Fries" as well. The waitress looked annoyed at THAT selection of "side", but hell, it was on the menu and I like fries with my Pork Knee.
QUICK TRAVEL TIP:I didn't drink a lot of alcohol on this trip because I was on medication so I have to tell you about Coke and Pepsi in the Czech Republic. Cokes and Pepsis DO NOT taste the same as they do in Alabama. I read that it has to do with the water supply. In many countries Coke and Pepsi, while still maintaining a "coke" taste--still taste a bit "off". In my case, they had a "diet" aftertaste; a sweet, almost saccharine flavor. Not unpleasant enough to forgo ordering, but not quite the same as the USA.
I sat with Dino and Robin, and David Steadson closet to me. Dino and David talked "computers" for a while. Dino and I talked about stand up comedy and my experiences in comedy clubs. Robin was a great conversationalist with a wide variety of interests.
After dinner, we made our way back to the hotel. (It seemed faster this time) and we all hung out in the lobby.
I knew that Tex and I had an early flight out the next morning, but the conversations seemed to never come to an end. I took a quick picture with Robin, Dino and Kate. I remarked that I wanted a photo of me and the "corporate geeks". I think Bridgett thought I insulted them, but Dino had mentioned being a "geek" at dinner AND I use "corporate geeks" with affection.
ROBIN LUYMES, DAVE, KATE MAKLED, DINO BASKOVIC
After the corporate ge--ummm...folks left; the Bloggers 5 continued talking until late. We exchanged email addresses, took a few more photos and I eventually said good night.
My last night in Prague, Czech Republic couldn't have been better.
Okay, you've read all about How I got to Prague, Who I met, and What we talked about...now, it's time to see what I saw.
After the Panel Discussion was over and the conference's sessions were through for the day, I, along with Bridgett, David Steadson, and "Big Apple" were treated to a tour of the city by Quixtar's Robin Luymes.
"Tex" and Dino Baskovic went to the Old Jewish Town of the city...Robin took the rest of us to Prague Castle by car, and then we went on a walking tour of the city.
This was a trip of a lifetime, I highly recommend a vacation to Prague, when you have more than just two days to spend in the city.
I hope you enjoy the photos.
PRAGUE CASTLE
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
PRAGUE SKYLINE FROM THE CASTLE
ON THE ST. CHARLES BRIDGE
CZECH REPUBLIC IS FAMOUS FOR HAND CARVED MARIONETTES AND WOODEN TOYS. THIS SHOP PROVIDES SOME OF THE FINEST. I BOUGHT MY SOUVENIR HERE.
EASTER FESTIVAL
At some point on our tour, we decided to take a photo together. Well, what better pose could we choose? None other than the famous(infamous?) Robin Luymes" pose from The Real Quixtar Blog. (YEAH, BABY!) And who else should take the photo for us? None other than The Real Robin Luymes. In a word, that was "SUPERDU!"
If you're interested in more photos, then you can check out DAVE'S SPACE.
Here's the blog entry that you've all been waiting for.
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED AT THE ALTICOR GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS CONFERENCE?
Or at least, what did they want to know from all the bloggers invited.
Shortly after I returned from Prague, I wrote Rob Zeiger, Director of Communications with Alticor and Dino Baskovic, Alticor consultant and moderator of our panel discussion, and asked for a copy of the questions asked of the Bloggers 5.
Let me say, that at no time during the conference were we told NOT to blog about the conference. It was pretty much expected that we would. But, although I took a few notes, I was more intent on answering the questions as they were ask. So I was happy that Dino sent me a copy of the questions when I requested them. This conference really convinced me that Alticor/Amway/Quixtar really wants to be transparent in its Internet presence.
The conference session opened with Dino giving a short Powerpoint presentation on what Blogging is, What blogs can do, and how Quixtar, Amway, and Alticor are using blogs. The ease of setting up a blog was mention and different Blog platforms like WordPress and Blogger were mentioned.
The Alticor Media Blog and the Amway Media Blog were began to address questions from, who else, but the Media. At the time, Dick DeVos, son of Amway Founder Rich DeVos was running for Governor of Michigan and his connection with Amway was an issue during the campaign.
After the campaign(and DeVos' loss) the two media blogs began to address Alticor lawsuits and troubles with terminated Independent Business Owners affiliated with Alticor.
Dino then introduced the invited bloggers and briefly explained their blogging efforts.
Although, the conference organizers knew all the attendees' real names, each blogger was introduced as their Internet personae. Their anonymity was important to the organizers.
Our audience consisted of Public Relations and Communications staff from Quixtar; Alticor Global; and Amway in Europe, including China. The China delegation had their own interpreter. (My personal nightmare was how the Interpreter might handle my Southern colloquialisms)
I will answer the questions here at "On The Road With Dave", but it's my hope that the rest of the bloggers invited will answer them as well in the comments AND ANY OTHER Quixtar/Amway blogger(critics, too) can give their answers.
I'm sure Dino and Rob Zeiger will read your answers.
1. When did you first start blogging about Amway, and why?
I began commenting at the Original Quixtar Blog back in 1983. I was a frequent contributor to the blog's forum, as well. I even guest blogged at the site. I was then challenged by Eric Janssen, the site author; to start my own blog as an IBO with a positive, but objective view of the Amway/Quixtar world.
2. Many blogs have their own ground rules, and certainly the blogosphere has many rules of the road. What rules—if any—do you govern yourself by when you blog, and for what reasons?
I don't have any set rules other than I do not actively recruit potential IBOs or sell Quixtar products at my blog. I do not accept advertising at my blog, although like any blogger, I "link exchange" with other blogs I like.
As for my readers, they are welcome to leave their comments. Moderation is minimal, only to delete SPAM and illegal or libelous material. Opposing views are always welcomed, but ultimately my blog is my "show".
3. In your opinion, what do you think of our company’s approach to blogging? If you could, what would you change about the way we blog?
At first, only a few blogs like Beth Dornan's had a real "voice. A blog must have a personal voice, even if it is a corporate blog. That problem seems to be on the mend. Also, at first there seemed to be more "PR" than "blog".
Currently, the Alticor/Quixtar/Amway blogs remain "static" too long. Updates can be sporadic. If a particular blog entry elicits numerous responses from readers, then the corporate bloggers need to update with another entry addressing those responses in detail. The conversation among commenters goes on without much more response from the corporate blogger.
4. How has blogging helped you as an individual, as an advocate for the company, and as an "online citizen"? (In my notes, this question was "Has Blogging made you a better person?)
I'm not sure blogging has made me a "better" person; but it has made me a better writer and a better thinker. As an "online citizen" it has afforded me the opportunity to meet good people with diverse opinions and I have online friends and new "offline" friends that I have met as a direct result from blogging and "social networks" online.
5. Do you participate in other online venues, such as with sites like MySpace or Facebook, or do any podcasting? Do you feel that our involvement in these venues makes sense given the nature of our business? Please explain your answer.
I started my Internet life in the early 90s with AOL. I was in chatrooms, message boards, forums. When I discovered the Internet, it was like I injected the modem line directly in my vein. I am hooked.
I participate in blogging, commenting at other blogs, I have a MySpace page, A Facebook page, a Comedian's Community, I'm also LinkedIN. I have a big ego; I want people to know who I am. (This response got laughs, The Chinese people smiled)
As far as Alticor getting involved in "social networking" sites, I would say that employees or IBOs should feel free to join, if they have the inclination and time. I am already friends on Facebook with Dino, Beth Dornan, and Robin Luymes. The Corporation, itself, doesn't really need a site like MySpace.
6. Our bloggging presence – the way we blog, how we blog and what we say – is evolving over time. We are still in the learning stages. Many of the audience members here are professional communicators from our Amway affiliates all over the world. What advice can you give our audience members as they continue to embrace blogging as a tool of communication?
Be authentic. Use your name. Write what is on your mind. Be Personal. A blog reader wants to "know" the author. Don't rely on the company name "tagged" in all your posts to build your readership. If you have diverse content in your blog, readers will find you doing many different type "searches". They may find you because you did a post on "little league soccer" and then stick around to read other things you have written; including things about the company.
There was a follow-up question to this regarding other Quixtar and Amway IBOs starting a blog and if Alticor should encourage this. I stated that while many IBOs may have passion to write positive things about the company in a blog...not everybody can write a blog or even "string" three coherent sentences together. I'm a blog snob, not everybody can do it, even though anybody can start a blog in as little as 5 minutes.
7. Do You Make Any Money Blogging?
Not directly. I have gained comedy gigs from blogging and of course, a major global Direct Sales company paid me to discuss blogging. (I think the Chinese people smiled again)
8. Many of the people in this audience primarily deal with reporters and are just now beginning to deal with bloggers. There has been much debate in recent years whether bloggers carry the same rights and privileges, as do traditional journalists. Do you feel bloggers and journalists are one in the same, and should we treat bloggers with the same level of professional courtesy as we do with reporters?
This question didn't get answered at the conference by me in detail, another panelist answered it. (I forget who). But Dino, my answer would have been--Bloggers and Journalists are the same when the Blogger is covering an issue that is newsworthy. Bloggers are "influencers" if their readership is influenced by them and in turn make a decision about a company. But, a company such as Alticor should treat ANYONE online with respect and professional courtesy, simply because you don't know what the ripple effect they may have on the online community.
I am trained as a journalist; so you can treat me like one. And needless to say, I did hear a couple of "This is off the record" statements.
9. As a global company, we must cooperate with different governments and respect their laws and customs as a rule of doing business. That said, how has blogging impacted the global marketplace?
Blogging as well as the Internet itself, has made the global marketplace more open. A person in another country that might not have access to certain information about a company in a country other than their own, need only perform a "Google search" to find information, market data, profit and loss, and litigation results. Plus, word-of-mouth advertising and personal testimonies via blogs hold weight across international borders.
10. Do you think that blogging has changed the direct selling industry as a whole? Why or why not?
Yes. Information travels faster via blogs and Internet forums, than knocking on doors and doing cold calls. Therefore, a direct seller and Direct Sales companies have to alter their methods of presentation in an online society.
FINALLY, Dino said that over the past year or so; Alticor was trying to transform itself and its companies and its online reputation. In a one-word, "Yes or No" answer; Do you believe the company is already being transformed?
We all answered, YES.
And I do believe it. Not Overnight. Small Steps. But the transformation is happening.
That's it. There was "give and take" and debate among the panelists during the answers and the audience attendees submitted other questions as well. Some personal.
Dino did asked me what kind of material I did in my comedy act...and I hesitated and then told him, he needed to come see me perform; and I left the audience with my blog URL and the address to my MYSPACE page and told them I would gladly accept them as a friend. YEAH, I got an ego!
I really suck at April Fool's Day blog posts. I toyed with one earlier today, but my wife talked me out of it. I really thought the one posted at "The Truth About Amway" was clever. In case you missed it, it was a "press release" that Jim Dornan had left Quixtar/Amway to join competing MLM company, Monavie.
The entry has since been taken down, but is mentioned on the IBOAI Blog.
Anyway, I'll be back tomorrow with coverage of the Panel Discussion I participated in Prague, Czech Republic for Alticor Global Communications. IBOFightback at "The Truth" will also be covering the actual Panel Discussion in the next day or two, also.
Both of us have been under the weather and agreed to not "scoop" each other on the questions asked of the panel.
So, all the details are coming--questions, answers, and commentary--NO FOOLING!
