Monday, February 15, 2010

“Nick Saban's 'one voice' philosophy spreads to other programs - Everything Alabama Blog” plus 3 more

“Nick Saban's 'one voice' philosophy spreads to other programs - Everything Alabama Blog” plus 3 more

Nick Saban's 'one voice' philosophy spreads to other programs - Everything Alabama Blog

Posted: 15 Feb 2010 11:13 AM PST

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By Gentry Estes, Mobile Press-Register

February 15, 2010, 1:15PM

Jimbo Fisher FSU AP ALcom.jpgNew Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher was a part of LSU's staff earlier this decade (AP photo).Interesting post last night from Andrew Carter, who covers Florida State for the Orlando Sentinel.

Basically, what was expected now that coach-in-waiting Jimbo Fisher -- a Nick Saban disciple from the LSU days -- has taken over for Bobby Bowden is happening.

Florida State, traditionally one of the more media-accessible programs under Bowden, will not be that way under Fisher, who is opening up Saban's playbook in all areas for the Seminoles. That includes the "one voice" approach where assistant coaches and freshmen players are typically not allowed to speak publicly.

Per Carter's post ...

Saban, who recently led Alabama to the national championship, is well known for being a brilliant defensive strategist and for his maniacal attention to detail. He's also known, perhaps, as the one college football coach who has inspired countless others to limit media access to their programs.

Fisher worked with Saban at LSU earlier this decade, and Fisher already has implemented Saban's "one voice" model at Florida State, which under former coach Bobby Bowden had long been one of the most accessible programs in the nation.

Florida State's national signing day press conference earlier this week was the first concrete example of how Fisher will work with the media. During past FSU signing days, Bowden gave some general remarks about the incoming class and took some questions. His assistant coaches, spread around the room, were available, too. Two years ago, the players who had enrolled early - linebacker Nigel Bradham, among others - were also available for interviews.

On the most recent signing day? Fisher spoke. And that was it. No assistant coaches. None of the players - Jeff Luc, Clint Trickett, Debrale Smiley and Anthony McCloud - who had enrolled early. Just Fisher.

Word is that Tennessee is adopting a similar approach under another former Saban assistant, Derek Dooley. Though it's still unclear if Dooley will permit the Vols' assistants to speak to the media, freshmen will not. Here's betting a similar change happens when Will Muschamp takes over at Texas.

Reasons are simple: Other coaches tend to emulate Saban -- in all areas -- because it's proven that his approach works.

You can't begrudge anyone that, and let's be honest. These programs don't need to court the media. Alabama football will be thoroughly covered no matter what the policies might be. Same goes for Florida State, Texas, Tennessee, etc.

It should be noted that in Alabama's case, beat reporters have been granted additional opportunities the past two seasons because of the success of the team. BCS events require open post-game locker rooms (meaning all players are available if they choose) and for coordinators to hold press conferences leading up to the game. The SEC also requires locker rooms to be open after its championship game.

In the case of the BCS national championship game, that event required a media day two days before the game where all players and coaches were made available for one hour. You may think it's not a big deal, but those 60 minutes have helped fill this blog in recent weeks with well-received items that would not have been here otherwise (see here, here, here and here for the latest examples).

Now we'll see if Florida State and Tennessee can make a BCS game ...

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New York Fashion Week: Calvin Klein Collection Men's, DKNY, Diane von ... - Huffingtonpost.com

Posted: 14 Feb 2010 06:42 AM PST

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Diane von Furstenberg"I always wanted to live a man's life in a woman's body." That mantra--her inspiration for her fall collection--said it all. The blazer is the DVF girl's new uniform; power trips came strutting down the runway in many forms, all comfortably encased in felted wool dresses and crepe blouses. Furthering the menswear-inspired trend, pinstripes prevailed on everything from jackets and skirts to slightly oversized blazers, which featured plenty of tweet and felted wool. Femme fatale came in the form of cable-knit sweaters woven with link chains, jersey tees paired with suede biker jeans and jacquard tiered skirts. Not one to give up her femininity, however, there was also exploration of nature. A beetlebug water satin dress was a chic option, as was the gray and pink bolero covered in chiffon rosettes. A new silhouette to a classic, DVF's LDB was reworked in black with cap sleeves in a chain mail inset. This was creative director Nathan Jenden's last collection as DVF's right-hand man; undoubtedly the two were happy to end on a highly-positive note.

Calvin Klein Collection Men's
Italo Zucchelli continues to elevate and build upon the momentum of why he is, without a doubt, at the top of the men's wear game. His fall collection--tough and tactile--further explored the designer's passion, not to mention self-challenge, of exploring new and innovate fabric manipulation. The results for fall quite literally knocked the socks off everything he's done in the past. Sleek and replete with technical fabrics, tailoring and construction were at the peak of their game in the form of suits and overcoats that were sturdy and comfortable to grasp. Zucchelli designs for a confident man; who else would be extroverted enough to wear a suit made of iridescent nylon or silk mesh? But it all works fabulously together without ever being overbearing or intimidating. The neck took center stage for fall, surrounded by an assortment of turtlenecks and collars that encased itself much like a protective wall. Much like how many of the women's collections shown this week have sought that fine line between masculine and feminine, Zucchelli's play on shiny versus matte was cleverly balanced in a worldly palette of earthy and metallic tones.

Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti
By eschewing her usual evening "runway" show format for a more intimate presentation at her Midtown headquarters, Alberta Ferretti set the tone for what was easily one of her most romantic Philosophy collections to date. All the more better for editors to witness--and appreciate--the craftsmanship of what was a pronounced Edwardian, not to mention romantic, collection (shown on Valentine's Day, no less). Minus the fuss and muss, the lineup edged closer to her main signature line with its ethereal gowns and dresses, several of which featured eyelet-encased high collars. Soft and romantic have always been Ferretti trademarks; beautifully tailored outerwear, not so much--so the slick lineup of leather jackets and trenches she paired with otherwise cozy separates and gowns was more grown-up and, at the same time, indicative that the Philosophy girl has graduated to the next stage in her effervescent life.

Spurr
Hiccups are part of the growing pains of life, and despite some forgetful handlers who failed to remove the plastic off the runway, the show went on--and beautifully so at that. For Simon Spurr's first-ever runway show, the designer proved he has the goods to back the hype. The strong collection featured beautifully tailored suiting and separates--easily some of the best of the season--that included strong double-breasted jackets and looked structured and polished. Colors were, for the most part, steered toward masculine territory and featured the occasional injection of stripes and checks. A waffle print grey suit was both warm and inviting to the touch. Snug--tailored to you and me--was a key element with the collection, from the three-piece suits to the cropped motorcycle jackets. These clothes are clearly for the well-defined man.

DKNY
If Donna Karan had one message to send with her DKNY collection for fall, it was this: get a coat--and make it a fabulous one at that. The bold fall collection she presented Sunday was filled with an endless array of beautiful outerwear; you name it--riding coats, vests, boyfriend jackets and peacoats--and she had it. And it all looked terrific. Inspired by her heart and soul New York, the palette ventured from rich vicuna and cognac into port and sapphire, with some plaid thrown in for good measure. The miniskirts were terribly sweet, particularly with their pleated precision. Karan explored collage prints for fall and the results were particularly finessed in a cravat dot print silk collage dress and deco beaded tissue flannel colorblocked dress. The geometric nature of it all was clearly a natural extension of Karan's inner-Manhattan, which made for a warm blend of her classic comfort silhouettes minus any of the cold, steely gaze.


Malandrino
Catherine Malandrino is toughening up for fall. Furry, feral and oh-so-savage, it seemed a far cry from her show inspiration, which was "a vision of earth as seen from above." It all looked, instead, very subterranean. Drama was the order of the day this time around: raw goat hair? Check. Animal prints? Check. Hoof-shaped footwear? Double check. Despite the more primitive, raw feel of it all, the cut remained signature Malandrino; that is, warm and body conscious with a few cocoon shapes thrown in for good measure. Don't worry, though--there's still plenty of luxe velvet pieces (some with croc-embossed sleeves) and delicate blouson dresses and gowns for the less adventurous set.


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Historic Debate on Animal Research at UCLA - Newsblaze.com

Posted: 15 Feb 2010 02:41 PM PST

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Los Angeles Times columnist David Lazarus will moderate a panel of experts at UCLA next week on one of the most controversial topics of the times, outside of health care: live animal research.

In an unprecedented move, the UCLA student group, Bruins for Animals and pro research group, Pro Test for Science, are hosting a panel discussion on the use of live animal research at TUESDAY FEB. 16TH from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at UCLA (Young CS50).

And because of the controversy, even the news media cannot attend, unless they RSVP.

The panel has been closed to public admission. Attendance will be open to ticketed UCLA students only. Press attendance is by invitation only. Media are asked to RSVP to the above contact and will require press credentials to attend.

UCLA has been the center of debate regarding animal research for decades, from polite demonstrations to dozen of arrests. The subject has been the use of live animals in a multitude of research experiments at the university. This event has been designed to open a dialogue between those who are for and against animals in biomedical research.

Panel attendees speaking against animal research include: Dr. Greek M.D, President of Americans for Medical Advancement; Niall Shanks, Ph.D. Professor of History and Philosophy of Science, Wichita State University; Robert Jones, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, California State University, Chico.

Panel participants speaking for animal research include: Janet D. Stemwedel, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Philosophy, San Jose State University; Colin Blakemore, FMedSci FRS Professor of Neuroscience, Oxford University; Dario L. Ringach, Ph.D. Professor of Neurobiology and Psychology, UCLA.

 

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Abortion Doctor's Killer Talks About Militia Views in 1996 Video - FOX News

Posted: 15 Feb 2010 01:51 PM PST

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WICHITA, Kan. —  A newly resurfaced 1996 video shows the convicted killer of a Kansas abortion doctor discussing his anti-government militia views with an Iowa anti-abortion activist.

The Associated Press has obtained a copy of the nearly 50-minute interview with Scott Roeder that aired in October 1996 on a Des Moines cable show.

In it, Roeder talks with Iowa abortion opponent Dave Leach about his Freemen philosophy. He also discusses his appeal of a 1996 conviction for carrying bomb-making materials in his unlicensed vehicle.

Leach plans to post a preview of the interview on YouTube and sell copies of the entire tape.

Roeder was convicted Jan. 29 of first-degree murder for shooting Dr. George Tiller last May as the doctor served as an usher at his Wichita church. The Kansas City, Mo., man is to be sentenced March 9.

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