Kelly wrote:

wow -- my nickname is "the day the condom broke," too! i feel so close to you.

posted on September 6, 2006 at 11:24 PM

D wrote:

I got the Farmer Ted reference, but would hate to ruin it for some less 80's versed movie buffs.

posted on September 6, 2006 at 11:55 PM

Pema wrote:

sixteen candles. where can i pick up my key?

posted on September 6, 2006 at 11:59 PM

Melissa T wrote:

You remind me of my epistemology teacher by making the awkwardest references. If Project Runway doesn't go for a fourth season, teach others how to know. eh!?

posted on September 7, 2006 at 12:08 AM

Kyle wrote:

In your last posting 99.8% of all questions came from women.

Seems like you have lots of female fans, but, homosexuals love you too!

I am one, but greater than just one, so I am speaking for all.

(We) I love your blog.

You are like the hot, smart, funny guy with long hair in high school that every gay man was secretly in love with.

Do you play an instrument? I bet you did.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 12:10 AM

sarahd wrote:

Actually, I'm not a farmer. I'm a freshman.

Love the show. Love the blog. Keep it coming.

-Sarah

posted on September 7, 2006 at 1:18 AM

HMR wrote:

Darling, darling Michael J. To be succinct: never, never "A Surprise" - always, always "A Wonderful, Delightful Surprise!!" (when did I ever say the condom broke?!) further, I TOLD Seth he would scar you for life with those nicknames. now here it is. ah well. I can now say goodbye to Vincent, but how I ABSOLUTELY admired your pursuing your dream. (these young bloggers will understand that better someday) Michael, I am no longer succinct. G'night and GB.
love, Momz

posted on September 7, 2006 at 1:40 AM

Susan wrote:

Sixteen Candles of course...

posted on September 7, 2006 at 1:47 AM

meliblu wrote:

Hey, so that's why you keep your hair over your ears? Once upon a time I kept my pointy ears covered because I am old enough actually to have been called Mr. Spock in elementary school, and I'm female and I got tired of hearing variations on the landing party beamed up with me Mr. Spock. Although I'm average height, I also got tired of hearing myself called an elf. It was suggested that I, "the elf", hand out the Christmas presents in school when I was in third grade as it would be fitting. I got really tired of being asked at the mall into my late teens which way to Santa as I was mistaken for one of Santa's elves even when wearing jeans and a t-shirt. For years I covered up my somewhat pointy ear tips, but finally I adjusted and now I don't care. Hey, you belong with the magical elves with those pointy ears! Don't be afraid to show your ears.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 2:21 AM

Kat wrote:

Rucker,

So, it's obvious that your hot, employed, and got some killer dance moves. Has it been established whether you are single or not? You got the moves and I got the notion . . .

posted on September 7, 2006 at 3:01 AM

Amanda Schulze wrote:

Wow. If it means anything, I actually appreciate the "Everyday Woman" challenge. How did you decide which family member to ask to join? Mom or sister? I thought it was a great thing, to give the contestants a bit of their family. Kind of like a picker-upper thing.

I have yet to figure out where the heck you people come up with 7 pages of rambling, though. Its a consistent 7 pages, too. Geesh. You're gonna kill me (pick your poison). But I have to admit, this entry was good, I think more as a confirmation that you do care (even in the smallest respect) of your fans (or stalkers) to actually read their input and respond to it. If I knew French, I'd speak lovely words in your...comments, but alas, I don't.
Oh, and just for kicks...
Farmer Ted reminds me of Sixteen Candles...

Why do you have to be such a girl?

posted on September 7, 2006 at 3:35 AM

claudia wrote:

My sister and I both watch the show quite relgiously, actually i think it maybe the only thing we really talk about.Thats not as sad as it sounds, I promise. She is the one that told me about your blog and said that "I'd get your sense of humor," atleast more then she does and she was right.Your'e quite charming sir, and your many references to tripping the light fantastic really do crack me up.I look forward to your witty banter as much as I do to the actual show. So yeah, I feel akward now so I'll leave it at that.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 3:40 AM

Christina wrote:

I always love catching the bonus videos. Seeing Vincent harrass the french concierge about exactly how much greater one food option is than another...brilliant. I must say, this week I was extra pleased to see baby you. It was the perfect portrayal of you because you were still as cute as you are now...but didn't talk nearly as much.

In all seriousness, thanks for your weekly ramblings. They're truly fabulous.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 5:11 AM

db wrote:

jessie's very special episode is absolutely the best saved by the bell.

and i'm pretty sure there has only been one important farmer ted in the past 30 years of cinema. and he's not really a farmer. he's a freshman.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 6:03 AM

KO wrote:

Farmer Ted? Sixteen Candles my friend. Let me know where I can pick up that key.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 6:27 AM

Jen wrote:

Lmao marry me?

posted on September 7, 2006 at 9:35 AM

Nikki wrote:

As Farmer Ted used to say, “My mom, she tells me, ‘You want something, you gotta ask for it….’” (The key to my heart goes to anyone who gets that reference.)

would that be 16 candles?? during the dance??

posted on September 7, 2006 at 9:53 AM

Brigit-Mary wrote:

MJ-

Farmer Ted=Sixteen Candles (a family favorite) and you were "a NICE Surprise".

Your Sibling Soulmate

posted on September 7, 2006 at 9:58 AM

jp wrote:

Hey- thanks for the pic! It's good to know that Mr. T is still alive and kickin'! Only he could sport a patriotic bandana with a suit. Love it...

Since your blog had some music references, it got me interested in knowing... If you could produce a 'PR' soundtrack... what tracks would you choose?

posted on September 7, 2006 at 11:22 AM

Jnn wrote:

Oh Mister Rucker,
How I wish you had a myspace so I could send you messages of love and admiration daily/nightly. In fact if you went to my myspace page, you would know you are in my who I'd like to meet...haha. I wanna be an observer of Project Runway, that'd be cool. Infact Bravo should give me an insiders blog dammit...use your influence...you know you want to! ;)

posted on September 7, 2006 at 11:43 AM

Melissa Ivery wrote:

That'll be 5 bucks for the dry cleaning. Upon seeing my name in your blog (and I didn't even write it!! woo hoo), I choked on my first sip of my brand new diet Coke. Certainly wasn't expecting to see my name anywhere other than below the comments.. thanks!! :) I'm definitely not taking anything away from anyone in this field & the people who donate to the cause but my heart always was in fashion & entertainment. Besides, there's no one here to have a harmless school girl crush on.. just a bunch of old doctors who like looking down the girls' shirts. Good grief....

Don't feel so bad about your impending 29th. I just turned 27 last month & one of my coworkers gave me a card in which he'd written "Welcome to your late 20s". Geez.. kick her while she's down, eh? But, my brother just turned 30 & he had a meltdown so just think.. you've got over a YEAR to prepare for that! Chin up, love. You still look delicious.

Thanks again for your never disappointing blogs. I look forward to Thursday mornings as much as I look forward to 10pm on Wednesdays. I still think you should write a book. You're right on par with David Sedaris & I wouldn't say that often.
Have a lovely day (the sun is finally shining here in NY!)

posted on September 7, 2006 at 12:01 PM

Stephanie wrote:

References to Saved By the Bell, Sixteen Candles, and (a few posts ago) 18th Variation of Rhapsody on a Theme By Paganini....could you be my soulmate?

posted on September 7, 2006 at 12:45 PM

Jennie wrote:

Oh honey, does your mother know how long your hair is? How are we supposed to see your handsome face? Love the pink shirt, though--it brings out your eyes. And if my memory is correct, I believe that Farmer Ted was wearing a pink shirt when he first approached Samantha on the bus...

posted on September 7, 2006 at 1:16 PM

Jen wrote:

And again, I ask, no, DEMAND directions on how to access the Rucker Cam. After the two episodic issues of plus sized models, the Rucker Cam has gone....where? I've clicked my way through this entire site, and to no avail. Is it now VIP only? Super Secret handshake required?
Hmph.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 2:09 PM

Jen wrote:

I can't believe you responded to that comment from Tycho Brahe, and talked about nerd-dom, and didn't ask if that's really Tycho from Penny Arcade. Gah!



But yes, we all love your blog, for it is silly and fun to read (at work).

posted on September 7, 2006 at 2:23 PM

Marina wrote:

If you thought that getting the moms and sisters' honest opinions of their outfits was so important for the "Everyday Woman" challenge, why did the judges choose to eliminate Robert, whose client (Vincent's sister) made it plain that she loved her outfit, HMMMM?

As I recall, Angela's mom clearly hated the dress/tent/thingy people use to cover their junk cars that Jeffrey made. Yet Jeffrey stayed in!

If the judges are going to choose to ignore the client's opinion of the outfit, you should have just let each designer make an outfit for their mom or sister. The designers would know exactly what to make for their respective family members, thereby raising the calibre and quality of the finished garments-- and making the competition more complex for the designers AND the judges.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 3:27 PM

fleur wrote:

Who *doesn't* get the Pretty In Pink reference??

posted on September 7, 2006 at 3:57 PM

Mother Rucker wrote:

Jen,
Here are the directions you desire:
1.Go to Top Video (lower right hand corner) on bravotv.com/project_runway.
The video that will launch is the Exit Interview videos.
B. Above the group of "Exit Interviews" is the following "Project Runway>Season 3>Exit Interviews". Click on the "Season 3" part.
C. Click on the "Bonus Footage" section.
4. Tiptoe through the Tulips of wonderous "Extras". My blog videos lie there.

Yes, this is blatant self-promotion and yes, I have the needed PhD to allow me to find this material, but this weeks video is important to me. It reminds me of how innocent one can be before turning into the bitter, bitter man I am now.

-MJR

ps. and to "fleur": Pretty In Pink? I didn't say "His name is Blane? that's a major appliance, that's not a name". Plus, Some Kind of Wonderful beats Pretty in Pink most days of the week. "All I care about is me, my drums and you." John Hughes=God

posted on September 7, 2006 at 5:03 PM

Lili wrote:

Vincent, Kayne and Jeffrey embodied "The Ugly American" as they walked to the french market. A frumpy middle-aged man in a sleeveless T? A guy in orange shorts and a T-shirt that says "I'm excited to be here"? And a guy with tats on his neck and an attitude on his face? Yikes.

Too bad PR didn't send our boy Rucker, pink boat shoes and all, to class up the group and give the ladies at the market somebody more interesting to talk to than Vincent.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 8:05 PM

Kim wrote:

Michael, Michael, motorcycle. . . I'm very excited to find this (a) well-written, funny blog (b) about my favorite show (c) written by my old friend from college. An excellent find, indeed. And normally I'd never contact someone I actually know through their blog (or anyone I don't know), but I couldn't hold silent any longer. If memory serves, the line is "All I care about in this goddamn life is me, my drums, and you." I'd bet my hands on it.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 8:43 PM

Kate wrote:

This blog makes me love you. Seriously. What do I need to do to get hired so I can work with you on Project Runway? I have diplomas (oh yeah, plural!)... does that help? I hope you love writing this blog as much as I (and tons of other PRun fans) love reading it.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 9:00 PM

Angie wrote:

Ok lot of talk about the bonus videos in the comments. I just wondering if ya'll watch "The Soup" on E! no plug but they did show part of a "movie" Vincent starred in. Naked, doing laundry,talking about aliens. A true classic. Rally the BEST work he has done

posted on September 7, 2006 at 10:58 PM

Anna wrote:

Your response to my comment: "eating glass"...ha, pleasurable? Many many references to masochism and PR.... but don't lie, you love your job, and writing about it. (hence why the blogs keep getting longer, it seems. don't worry, i don't believe anyone is complaining about that. ) And i do think it seems you are much more articulate and put together than you give yourself credit for.

posted on September 7, 2006 at 11:33 PM

Mo wrote:

Bravo! That is the first time I have ever seen anyone actually respond to posted comments. You are truly a man of the people - obsessive, addicted nerds- but people nonetheless. Thank you for pretending you don't have a social life either. Dennis Leary and I love the obscure references. Keep up the amazingly good work.

posted on September 8, 2006 at 12:14 AM

MNSusan wrote:

I SO wish you had gone to Paris!

Love the "Sixteen Candles" reference, and also the other 80's movies stuff. The quote above from "Pretty in Pink" is one of the few bright points of the film - Duckie should have gotten the girl, not the rich dude. But I digress....

While I'm not proposing marriage (have one already, after all), I do admit to having a little warm spot in my heart for MR. Very few blogs have the wit, energy, and juicy detail that I've found here. I still have to read Tim's first, but then I hit yours next and feel fully satisfied that I've gotten the whole PR3: Another Slice of Pie experience. If you're ever in the neighborhood, drop by for some hotdish and jello.

posted on September 8, 2006 at 7:05 AM

Rachel wrote:

Score a direct hit!

Gotta love Sixteen Candles.

posted on September 8, 2006 at 9:37 AM

connie Butner wrote:

Someone needs to talk to the judges. They are getting tiresome, predictable and no vision. Any one who thinks Jeffery's outfits are better than the others except for Vincent has lost it.
I about laughed my self to death at JefferyⳠso called gown this week.
It looked like Project Runway was being held in Dog patch USA. And Jeffery's model was Mammy Yokem. That dress would be a perfect ball gown for Mammy to wear to the Sadie Hawkins Day Dance. It was that hokey and ugly for him to win was an insult to the others.
VincentⳠcheated with the glue and should have been sent home case closed.
The rest are excellent. You cannot keep Jeffery around for laughs anymore. To do so would put a good designer at risk for going home when they should not.
Fun time is over it is time for Jeffery to go.
All the dresses looked good in Paris because that judge was looking at them with a fresh eye not a biased eye of the ones back home. They need to be shoved into a fresh new view point each week.
Please pass this on to the judges and producers of Project Runway.
Thank You Connie B

posted on September 8, 2006 at 10:49 AM

Mallory wrote:

Hey there. First and foremost, I think your hair is fabulous, washed or unwashed. Whic is something, since I have a standing rule about men and hair-lenght. Congratulations, you're the first longer-ish-haired man to get my stamp of approval. (My ex is so upset.)

I have to say I love your writing. Aside from the unique behind-the-scenes informative flair it has (who wouldn't want more insight into PR? I mean, honestly), your style, tone, humor and allusion all make it a refreshing, entertaining read.

Alright, enough of the blowing smoke up your... uh... ego. I'm curious to know, is there a question you'd LIKE us commenters/faithful readers to ask that has yet to be voiced?

Thanks again for the good reading.

posted on September 8, 2006 at 10:54 AM

mdc wrote:

I have a serious question - do the dresses look much different in person than on TV? If not, then I think the judges need a time-out cause they're insane. From the vantage point of my TV, I must say I am thoroughly perplexed that a) crotch bling attached to sterility inducing tight pants, and b) hoedown yellow plaid fabric-gone-wild with a lovely direct view of the crotch region, are considered worthy of a win. Bizarre. "Different" does not necessarily equal good...(and definitely does not equal pleasant-to-look-at)

Love your blog, by the way!

posted on September 8, 2006 at 1:17 PM

Jennifer J wrote:

Wow, it does seem that between this blog, (and reading all its comments) and PR you have little time to be anything BUT a nerd. :) Anyway, I really do enjoy your blog. I can hardly wait to read it and all the new PR content on this website. I know you said you don't have a lot of influence on the websites design, but I am so glad that your blog is a part of it. What projects did you work on before PR?

posted on September 8, 2006 at 7:15 PM

Allison wrote:

So what, you don't go to Paris and so we get no Ruckercam this week? I'm depressed, I miss your smiling face! And you're lusterous hair.

posted on September 9, 2006 at 2:38 PM

Kate wrote:

The amount of women who post on here complimenting your wit, giggling over your pop culture references, and inquiring about your relationship status is threatening to become more comic than the blog.

Better start dumbing down, talking about football, and getting rid of the pink shirts, or some of us are going to start reading just for the comments.

Oh, and thanks for the response. Since the Dashboard Confessional reference was great, I'll give you a grace period before I start really tearing into this new pic. You know I loves the blog, but with all this "you're my soulmate" and "marry me" action, I think you need someone to temper the adoration with personal criticism.

Lastly,
can't you fix the judges!? they are leik sooo blind!!!1 you producers need to fix this like now!!!!1

Kidding.

posted on September 9, 2006 at 3:11 PM

Nancy wrote:

Uli should be next to go; she's just a one note, as Nina would say

posted on September 9, 2006 at 9:08 PM

Keisha wrote:

Odd that you have diamond-shaped nostrils. My friend has heart-shaped. I've been trying for a couple years now to get her to see if she can stick those candy hearts in there and they'll stay, but she won't. Is that how you know they're Lucky Charms shaped as opposed to Blood diamond shaped? Now THAT would be an interesting experiment...

posted on September 10, 2006 at 4:04 AM

Susan wrote:

It seems to me that the overall producing/editing for this season has been a bit different from the first two seasons. Is there a conscious effort this season to focus even more on the interpersonal drama than the fashion?

I appreciate the most recent episode (Paris couture) because it seemed to be a better balance. Will we - hopefully, for my part - see a return to the focus on the creative process (intrapersonal drama is okay - I appreciate a glimpse into the artists' inner struggles) and resultant products? I welcome a return to the focus on fashion.

posted on September 10, 2006 at 9:30 AM

Cindy from WALK wrote:

Hooboy! Your blog is almost as entertaining as PROJECT RUNWAY... only without the challenges. And just discovered those little gems of the Ruckercam. Hohoho... I'm so amused.
And please give a great kudos to the team for the footage of Paris which has enleashed in me an insane desire to go...
Big questions, now:
Will there be a PR 4??? (I'm thinking viewer suggestions for challenges could be a riot)
What will you be doing when this season wraps?
Wanna do a radio interview with me? Sure you do... dontcha?

posted on September 10, 2006 at 9:50 AM

Marisa Macner wrote:

So I am living in London and pathetically download PR every week off of itunes so I can keep up with it (they are only in season 1 over here). Do you know who is in charge of posting them because it comes on a Friday when I am at the pub enjoying a pint. I can't read your blog during my boring work hours because I am afraid of having it ruined for me. Post the episodes earlier and then hire me when I come back to NY.

posted on September 10, 2006 at 2:31 PM

Debra wrote:

"But...what if the dog is taxidermied? Would a dog count as an accessory then -- especially if you added handles to it and made it look like a purse?"

You are a very twisted man Rucker! Must be why we all head straight to yoour blog first!

posted on September 10, 2006 at 4:08 PM

Lelia wrote:

What kind of girls do you go for Rucker?

posted on September 10, 2006 at 9:33 PM

CW wrote:

Not looking for a post.

There is a bottle of Walker Blue waiting for you at BevMo. I only ask that you share with the other Magical Elves. (Well, okay, you can share a sip with a select few and then horde the rest.)

I can either pick a random LA store or you can work a location (initials or city) into a future blog. I figure someone can pick it up for you as they won't ship to NY and y'all should be fashion weeking.

I have greatly enjoyed your blog and have nothing but complete admiration for the folks behind the scenes. As a group you all do a fantastic job. Keep up the good work.

Carol W. of the Bay Area
(The paranoia ogres can look up my personal information from the TH contest. I loved TH and hope there is a second season. Please spare the sound guys though. No more banshee howler monkey fogels. Ever.)

posted on September 11, 2006 at 12:34 AM

ChicagoKathyM wrote:

"Can I borrow your underpants for 10 minutes?"

Oh wait... if you don't wash your hair then you probably don't wash your... ohh... nevermind. :-P

Hi Mother Rucker! I think it's very cool that you read your son's blog and actually comment online! Care to give my Mom a few lessons? ;-)

posted on September 11, 2006 at 2:50 PM

Marco wrote:

RE: Dogs as "accessories"

Hey, Rucker:

I read an email from Vanessa Brown - the owner of one of the dogs, "Tallulah" (Katy's model).

She complained that Michael Knight poked his dog with 6 long sharp needles. The owner was very upset and complained to your staff, but, apparently, nothing was done about it.

How do you respond to the charges that a dog was abused during this challenge?

I hope the next time you use living creatures as "accessories" that you exercise some sensitivity and care in the handling of these animals.

posted on September 11, 2006 at 6:16 PM

HMR wrote:

To Chicago KathyM (and anyone else who's confused) any posts signed "Mother Rucker"are written by this blog's author, Michael Rucker. This was his "stage name" in another life ! I am his actual mother! signed HMR. (when I saw that post, Michael, I knew your public would think it was me! )But, yes, ChicagoKathyM, I do read his blog and I concur that Some Kind of... beats Pretty in Pink anyday.

posted on September 12, 2006 at 12:06 AM

megh wrote:

Your videos are fun to watch. Thanks.

posted on September 12, 2006 at 12:48 AM

megh wrote:

Your videos are fun to watch. Thanks.

posted on September 12, 2006 at 12:50 AM

Godiva wrote:

Hyper Text Markup Language.

posted on September 28, 2006 at 12:21 AM