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Cookie Monsters and Cameramen

September 27, 2007

Sometimes grown women enjoy acting like children. It's a classic archetype. In theory, they seem to think it's sexy. The telltale sign? When they talk to their boyfriend or husband, their voice goes up nine octaves. Suddenly, they're five... read more >>

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Mommy Gut-Check Time

September 18, 2007

There comes a point in everyone's life when you have to decide: am I going to pursue the life I want, or am I going to accept the life I have? Sometimes events conspire against you, but it's often... read more >>

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Medieval Times and the "Will and Grace" Gene

September 13, 2007

I'm always suspicious when I see a skinny guy in a relationship with a big woman. Maybe you're madly in love ... sure. When I first saw JeAnne with her husband ("Chaz"), I'll admit I had some concerns. Generally... read more >>

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The Assistant Strikes Back

September 6, 2007

[After reporting on Top Design, Matt O'Brien, a.k.a. "The Assistant" has somehow managed to stay employed with his boss, Executive Producer Scott Stone. Now he's back to give you the inside scoop on "Tim Gunn's Guide to Style." This... read more >>

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Insert Sports Metaphor Here

April 11, 2007

Ten weeks. Twelve designers. In the end, it all came down to performing in the clutch. Use any sports metaphor you like, the truth was Matt simply hit his shots when it counted. In contrast, Carisa’s problems started from day... read more >>

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The Maverick, The Iceman, and the Spooky Girl

April 4, 2007

Everyone has an Achilles heel when it comes to members of the opposite sex. Women like Andrea vex me. They have this enigmatic quality I can't quite put my finger on. She makes me want to project all types... read more >>

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Going Insane on Television

March 28, 2007

Sometimes people go crazy in Los Angeles. Typically, they're actors and it happens pretty quickly. The telltale sign? My boss calls it "crazy eyes." You see it in casting tapes all the time. It's a look that says, “I... read more >>

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