Monday, August 25, 2008

Join the New Child Actor's Guild!

Tired of living in the sewers? Tired of getting shoddy bit parts on tired old sitcoms? Tired of killing for money? Then the New Child Actor's Guild is for you! Jon Provost (aka Timmy from Lassie) has joined, shouldn't you? Check out the latest from Break a Leg!

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Wednesday, August 20, 2008

How to Prep a Potty Training Kid for a Night Out

Should parents become shut-ins when the children are potty training? Probably. But if you insist on having a life outside the home, then you should prepare carefully before venturing out with your potty training toddler. Accidents happen. And they are completely gross.

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How to use a Russian Doll to Teach Potty Training

In this hilarious Daditude episode, Arden teaches Owen a thing or two about going potty with the help of a honey bear and Russian nesting dolls. It's the debut of a new art form: Potty Puppetry. How cute is Arden? So cute that it's even funny when she talks potty.

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War Games (Episode 14)

Arriving at the old Swambler set ghost town, Chase and David get split up by roving child actors. This isn't the worst of David's problems, however, as he not only bumps into someone he'd rather forget but also someone who's starting a revolution.

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Wednesday, August 13, 2008

CAG Attack!

This is recently found footage documenting what appears to be an attack on two unsuspecting citizens by the Child Actor's Guild (CAG). Viewers be warned this footage is considered to be both shocking and derogatory.

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Monday, August 4, 2008

Break a Leg - Ghosts, Mimes and Partridges (Episode 13)

While Francesca and Claudio take some unusual steps to fund the "Haunted Hotel," David, Chase and Larry have a run-in with a certain Partridge who is dangerously close to the Child Actor's Guild. Check out the latest episode from the hit sitcom Break a Leg!

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Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Can You Take Your Daughter into the Men's Room?

The Lounge - In this episode, we ask our panel of expert and experienced parents the following question: "Is it okay for moms to take boys into women's restrooms, and dads to take daughters in the men's?" We discuss the public potty problem. Visit http://www.dadlabs.com for more!

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Rock this Potty

Daditude - Let's get this potty started!! Who sez potty training doesn't "go" with rock and roll?! Daddy Owen drops off this poo-poo/pee-pee power ballad at the Lab. Get ready to boogie in the bathroom. Check out a new Daditude every Wednesday at http://www.dadlabs.com

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Monday, July 28, 2008

Surreality TV - The Haunted Hotel

This is the true story of four strangers and one ghost picked to live in a Haunted Hotel. See what happens when people stop being polite and start getting surreal. Check out the promo for the world's first Surreality TV show! Brought to you by the best sitcom EVER, Break a Leg!

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Monday, July 7, 2008

Emerald Ringer

Kyle Piccolo: Comic Shop Therapist -- Featuring two new EXCLUSIVE trailers for "The Dark Knight" (out July 18th, http://www.thedarkknight.com)... At the heart of every comic book request there exists a phobia, a neurosis, a core crisis for Kyle Piccolo to identify and vanquish. Watch http://www.kylepiccolo.com every week for more comic adventures!

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Monday, June 30, 2008

Villains

Evil is afoot in the comic shop and Kyle and Doucheus must stand up and face it in their own inimitable way. Watch every week for new comic book comedy and visit http://www.kylepiccolo.com for more comic adventures.

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Break a Leg - K? News Groommates Update

Is the cast of the sitcom Groommates alive or dead? What's the story behind the recent bigfoot sighting? K? News reports on these stories and has an exclusive interview with publicist Stan Marley. From your friends (and foes) at the awesome online sitcom, Break a Leg!

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Monday, June 23, 2008

Fantastic Fix

The age-old battle of the sexes may perplex a lesser love guru, but Kyle Piccolo handles matters of the heart like The Green Arrow takes care of The Black Canary: bulls-eye every time. Enter the comic shop and bask in the warmth of his comic-book wisdom.

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Saturday, June 21, 2008

Spit-up Happens, Dads Deal

Is leaving a bit of baby spitup on your shoulder a good career move? If not, how can you get the stuff off? To understand why babies spit up so much, we get Baby 411 author and pediatrician Ari Brown to set us straight. Brought to you by OxiClean Baby.

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Dad Does Chores While Pregnant

In a noble and dignified attempt to understand what his own pregnant wife goes through every day, Owen dons a 35 lb. pregnancy simulation suit and performs ordinary household tasks. Turns out, cleaning the bathroom and emptying the dishwasher is tough in his condition. Brought to you by OxiClean Baby.

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Dad Does Laundry: Front Loaders Rule

Do dads perform their share of the housekeeping chores? Doubtful. Then why not pitch in? Laundry is easier and greener if it's done by a front loading washer. Our Gear Daddy explains why. Brought to you by OxiClean Baby.

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Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Pregnant Man and Wife

Owen is pregnant once again, and so is his wife! In this episode Jodi takes Owen grocery shopping and educates him on what he and can not eat. But Owen is more interested in drinking milk from the carton, stealing beer and making off-color comments about organic sausage. Brought to you by Boon.

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Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Snacks In Cracks

Smooshed, crunched, squished, pulverized or pulped: what snacks make the worst messes to clean up? We asked this question to our panel of experienced parents and received a veritable buffet of answers. Isn't it amazing, the things peanut butter can be made to do? Brought to you by Boon.

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Monday, June 9, 2008

Parents Avoid Snack Rage

Snacks have a way of taking over a household. And as parents, we know kids need them, but how do we prevent every event from becoming all about the snacks? We take this issue into the Lab and digest the information. Brought to you by Boon.

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Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Arden Games Owen

Owen sits down for another interview with his daughter Arden. The subject of their chat: her favorite games. Brought to you by Fundex Games.

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Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Video Games vs. Board Games

When it comes to family game night, which do you prefer as a parent, video or board? We put this question to the crowd of experienced parents gathered at Freddie's Place in Austin, Texas. Let us know what you think: do you prefer to come together over game pieces or pixels? Brought to you by Fundex Games.

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Monday, June 2, 2008

Season Finale Teaser

A sneak peak at the Season Finale of Break a Leg featuring all the thrills, chills and hilarity that makes it the best sitcom on the Internet! The Season Finale will launch on June 30th and will be available everywhere fine videos are viewed and, as always, on www.breakaleg.tv.

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The Games Fathers Play

What better way to get the whole family at each other's throats than a nice board game? At DadLabs we think family game night is an outstanding idea, but being proactive to avoid competitive disputes is key to having a good time. Brought to you by Fundex Games.

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Thursday, May 29, 2008

Hot, Hot Minivan, Man

What's a minivan-driving dad to do in his attempt to salvage some hotness? Convertible? Harley? Permission from the wife is unlikely. Why not go for some smokin' flames? On the minivan. Sweet. Brought to you by charitywater.org.

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Madeline's Spanish Stud

Daddy Owen brings us another of his interpretive readings of semi-classic children's literature. This time he goes French with Madeline. Always watch out for the kid in a bad hat. Brought to you by charitywater.org.

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Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Hobo Handouts, Yes or No?

Our gathered parents share their collective wisdom on the subject of teaching charity to kids. We tap the mob to learn how best to instill this important value. Coming to you from our all new location. Thank you to everyone at Freddie's Place! Brought to you by charitywater.org.

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Monday, May 26, 2008

Conversations - C#&k Challenge

David Penn goes to see ex-pornstar Chase Cougar, who not only forgives David for getting him fired, but reveals some shocking information about Amber Turnipseed -- the woman of David's dreams. More fun and hilarity from your friends at Break a Leg!

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Parents Teach Philanthropy

With young kids in the house, how can busy families find time for giving back? In this weeks lab, brought to you by Charitywater.org, the guys discuss some possible methods for teaching charity and community service. What's the best way to teach philanthropy? Special thanks to Charity: Water.

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Thursday, May 22, 2008

Tricked Out Treehouse Tour

Have ambitions of having the hangout house on your block? Then you'll need a cool treehouse. Gather inspiration from this awesome display of arboreal DIY-ness. Daddy Troy guides you through the features of this fine fort. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Is Your House The Hangout?

Do you want your house to be the neighborhood hangout? Your yard to be the meetup for the local rugrats? Our experienced parents debates the pros and cons of having the coolest yard on the block. Watch as Daddy Brad dishes the real dirt in this episode of the Lounge. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Monday, May 19, 2008

Barbecue Bliss

Some of the happiest dad memories can come from barbecuing in the backyard during the great weather. Sprinklers, bounce houses, and pools always do the trick for the kids. Burgers, dogs buns are the recipe for food fun. Invite a few couples and their kids to round out the company and crack open a cold one. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Conversations - Hatman

Francesca tells stories of her odd and mysterious past while Jimmy dreams of a revolution against the treacherous Adult Sized Gary Coleman. This and so much more in the latest 'conversation' from the best sitcom on the web, Break a Leg!

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Wednesday, May 14, 2008

More Like Mahatma Gandhi

Ghan-DJ teams up with Daddy Brad to deliver this new rapgrass single from DadLabs. Need to teach your child how to deal with a bully? Why not go to an experienced dad and the man who brought the British Empire to it’s knees by non-violence. Dealing with bullies can be hard. But they can’t stop the music. Brought to you by Boon.

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Conversations - Day Spa

Tahko and a tipsy Mint try their hand at creating their very first vlog and some music about Mint's odd obsession with day spas. Have suggestions for a song Mint and Tahko can do? Leave us a comment and maybe your idea will get made into a video!

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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

The Urge To Splurge

One of the most super-cool aspects of parenting: all the guilt and regret. Mix that with consumerism and you have this episode. We ask out experienced parents if there was one baby item they wish they would have indulged in. Brought to you by Boon.

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Monday, May 12, 2008

Baby Products Marked FAIL

Our sponsor, Boon, makes really well designed products, but not all baby products are so well made. Daddy Brad and Daddy Clay review some truly horrendous products sent in to the DadLabs. Some people have nothing better to do than think up crappy stuff for kids. Brought to you by Boon.

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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Sunburn Comedy Video

Welcome to the Sizzler. Owen, cooked to order. Just because you're pasty white, doesn't mean you need any of that silly sunscreen crap! That goop doesn't really work anyway. P-shaw! Need proof? Just watch this video. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Monday, May 5, 2008

How to give your kid a sunburn

Sun protection is a big concern for parents. Two blistering sunburns as a kid doubles your risk of melanoma. And no one wants to be the parent with the lobster kid! Put on the sunscreen before you head out to the pool and don't forget to reapply every 2 hours.

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Toppling Furniture Injures Toddlers

Thousands of children are injured every year by toppling furniture. Prevent this from happening in your own house by installing furniture straps. Daddy Troy makes it simple by showing you how to stabilize your stuff. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Conversations - Jen-Avenged

After finding out his wife supposedly slept with the writer, David Penn, director Jennifer John Bradley does the only appropriate thing he can -- he challenges David to a duel. Check out the latest conversation from the best show on the web, Break a Leg!

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Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Thrill Seeking Toddlers Video

Are we crazy, or are toddlers more self-destructive than Garey Busey off his meds? In this Lounge we put the question to the gathered parents -- what was your child's preferred dangerous behavior? Deer poop anyone? Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Knob Cover Test Video

Is Owen a certified parenting expert or simply a charlatan masquerading as a know-it-all dad. Daddy Brad has devised a fiendishly difficult test that only a true expert parent could pass. Will Owen be up to the task? Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Monday, April 28, 2008

Conversations - The Bloopers Part 2

For your viewing pleasure, here are more outtakes and outrageous laughing montages from the cast and crew, and most of all your friends, at Break a Leg!

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Not Babyproof - Stay Away

Go ahead and admit it, there is some place in your home that's not babyproofed worth a damn. Seriously child-unfriendly. Flat-out dangerous. We forced our panel of experienced parents to fess up about their own little disasters-waiting-to-happen. Drop us a comment and share your un-babyproofing stories. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Baby Provides Best Ever Babyproofing Tips

Grab a cup of soy chai and listen up. Subject: babyproofing. Expert: Arden. She's three but she knows the difference between clean and safe, even if Owen doesn't. Cute as a button, and hip to hazards, that's our Arden. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Tob Tub Safety Trick for Parents

Here is a top tub trick. Getting up and over the lip of the tub is a high hurdle if you're only two feet tall. Plus it's slippery as all get-out. Daddy Troy has a great solution for one of the most perilous moments in getting your kid clean -- the tub transition. Brought to you by One Step Ahead.

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Advice for Babyproofing your Home

It's hard to be a toddler especially as they are learning to get around the home. Babyproofing makes it easier and safer for your little one to explore. Starting with your electrical sockets and moving to the sharp edges of your tables, there are musts for parents with a mobile baby. Tell us about your favorite babyproofing hacks, tips and tricks.

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Monday, April 21, 2008

Baby-proofing Bath and Kitchen

The house jungle for the little discoverer might conceal various hazards. All the knives, toilet germs and detergents may all present a potential harm for your kid, unless you equip your house with various protective devices, brought to you by Dad Labs and Boon. Enjoy!

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Conversations - Revolution

A night out turns into a nightmare for Jimmy after Larry takes him to a strip club. Now mentally scarred and screaming for his life, Jimmy tries to cope by remembering when life was better in the sewers. More hilarity from your pals at Break a Leg.

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Break a Leg - Conversations - Revolution

A night out turns into a nightmare for Jimmy after Larry takes him to a strip club. Now mentally scarred and screaming for his life, Jimmy tries to cope by remembering when life was better in the sewers. More hilarity from your pals at Break a Leg.

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Saturday, April 19, 2008

Tub Tim Safety Tips for Children

When it comes to tub time: let's be careful out there, people! In this episode, Daddy Troy hits a gusher of helpful hints. Watch a steady flow of info on monitoring tub temperature, preventing falls, and generally keeping the guppies out of trouble in the porcelain pond. This video is brought to you by Boon.

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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Tag Team Tub TIme

Do you bathe your kids together or separately? That's the question we asked our panel of experienced parents. We wanted to know if and when our group of moms and dads thought it was cool to go two-up in the tub. When do kids outgrow this interpersonal hygiene? Opinions start at "play."

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What do you call your penis or vagina?

It is a challenging tub moment that every parent has to face: what do you call their...well...you know...their...parts. Their stuff, their junk, their whoosis. Do you go medical? Personal? Cute? Conversation starter? In this hilarious segment, Daddy Owen reveals his own unique approach to the problem of the naming of the parts.

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Monday, April 14, 2008

Mod My Life - NextNYers

Andrew Keidel and Martin Codyre, co-founders of Mod My Life, take us through the steps that led to their lifecasting website. The website reaches out to both media companies and advertisers who want a more interactive way to reach consumers as well as to viewers who are attracted to the amount of control they have over the performances.

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The Perfect Bathroom Experience for Your Child

Bathtub crayons, Frog Pod, classic empty bottle... There are tons of things out there to help you and your kid make the bathing experience fun before necessary! Daddy Brad and Daddy Clay together with Boon brings you all those inventive little gadgets so that from now on it will be a problem to get your kid out of the bathroom.

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Break a Leg: Bloopers - The Conversations

Break a Leg shows you some of the outtakes and bloopers for your viewing pleasure. Editor's Note: These bloopers are scripted. The blooper's bloopers will be released at a later date. From your friends at the best sitcom on the Internet.

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Sunday, April 13, 2008

Best of Gear Daddy Season 2

In this classic Gear Daddy Episode, Daddy Troy takes a look the latest advances in nutrition delivery technology. Some great tips and tricks for easing baby's transition to the table. All new episodes, and the kickoff to Season 3 begin April 14, 2008.

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Monday, April 7, 2008

Web Series Season 2 Finale Video

A stunning, exquisitely choreographed, and special effects laden finale to the second season of DadLabs. The Dads gather to reminisce about barfing, dog attacks, breast milk eruptions and all the other special moments that make our show such an essential educational tool for the modern father.

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Break a Leg - Conversations (Triple)

Having problems in their relationship, Francesca Scala and ex-porn star Chase Cougar ask David Penn to join them in a threesome and become part of their 'healthy' triple. Check out the latest conversation from the best show on the web, Break a Leg!

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Thursday, April 3, 2008

Web Series Season 2 Finale Video

A stunning, exquisitely choreographed, and special effects laden finale to the second season of DadLabs. The Dads gather to reminisce about barfing, dog attacks, breast milk eruptions and all the other special moments that make our show such an essential educational tool for the modern father.

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Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Recap of the Pregnant Man Experiment

Owen guides the DadLabs crew in a touching and therapeutic look back at his time in a 30 lb. pregnancy simulator full of water and lead balls. What have the boys learned from feeding Owen ipecac, dressing him in maternity clothes and leaving him alone with a pack of wild mamas? A new level of empathy? Fresh insight?

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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Cruiserweight Performs Exclusively Online at DadLabs.com

Doghouse recording artist (and Austin, Texas based) Cruiserweight dropped by The Lab to visit with Daddy Brad and perform an exclusive, live acoustic version of their new single, "Balboa," from their forthcoming release Big Bold Letters. This video is brought to you by Boon.

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Wife Cheating Confession

Jennifer John Bradley, director of Groommates, confesses to his wife, who he lovingly calls John, about the adulterous affair he had 10 years ago with a teacher. Check out the latest 'conversation' from the hit Internet sitcom, Break a Leg!

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Dads Gone Wild!

DadLabs brings to you the ultimate in natural male enhancement, Dads Gone Mild. No need to reply to those “special” emails that you’ve been receiving, because we already have, and that stuff hardly works at all. Instead, pay close attention to the tips and tricks the dads have to offer, your marital love life will be heating up!

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Sunday, March 30, 2008

To Pee or not to Pee in the Pool

Urinating may actually be one of the least disgusting things that kids do in the pool. The question is, what's a parent to do? Teach the kid to haul out for every whiz? Or debunk the myth of the "special" chemical. We put the question to our panel of experienced parents in this episode.Do you let your kids pee in the pool?

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The Ladies Love a Pregnant Man

To give Owen greater perspective on his pregnancy, DadLabs convened an entire matriarchy of experienced moms to brainstorm about the symptoms of pregnancy he should expect. No detail is too graphic, or secretion too personal for this crowd. But when the subject of sex arises, tensions mount. This video is brought to you by Meridian Energy Systems.

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Cut the Cord and Organize Video

If you are a dad, you have a spaghetti drawer. Filled with cables and power sources for phones, iPods, cameras (video and still), GPS units and cable/dvd/game console in a nightmarish snarl of Gordian proportions. Fire your wires and hire your sires. Daddy Troy has a solution that turns your tangle into a teachable moment.

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Friday, March 28, 2008

Online Media Company Completes Seed Capital Raise

NY-based video production company For Your Imagination has announced a new $1 million seed round today. The funding is provided by ConsensusOne Ventures and both companies will partner to raise a full Series A round of financing.

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Monday, March 24, 2008

Break a Leg - Conversation (C@*kablanca)

Ex-pornstar Chase Cougar teaches the boom operator, Mint, how to act his heart out and his pants off in the latest 'conversation' from your favorite Internet sitcom, Break a Leg!

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Little Swimmers in the Pool Instructional Video

As the weather is getting warmer, we are all starting to think about going to the pool with the family. From the first lesson freak out to the humpty dumpty board, swim professor Don takes us through what to expect in your kids first swim lesson. This video brought to you by Meridian Energy Systems.

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Thursday, March 20, 2008

Family Album the iPhoto Way

Managing the family's digital records often falls to Dad, which can be a difficult assignment. Digital photos are great, but tough to pass around when friends are over for a dinner party. Apple iPhoto offers a solution bound to please. Daddy Troy hosts this review and gives it the DadLabs seal of approval. This video brought to you by Boon.

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Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Pregnant Dad Gets Felts Up

The dads decided they wanted to go out drinking. The Pregnant Man's nipples get pinched, he gets motorboated by a woman and then felt up like a minister's daughter. Please drink responsibly. Please. This video is brought to you by Boon.

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Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Video Camera Smackdown

Matt stirs up some controversy as he starts an open forum on video camera preference. Panasonic HVX 200 or JVC HD110u? You decide which camera is king, and make sure to tune in next week for the follow-up episode where we discuss viewer comments. Make sure your voice is heard!

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nextNY Continues to Grow and Support Silicon Alley

Founder Charlie O'Donnell discusses nextNY, a community for young professionals who have a stake in the future of tech and new media in New York City with guest host Paul Kontonis, CEO and Co-Founder of For Your Imagination. NextNY hosts events in and around NYC and offers its members a resource-rich, wiki-based web site and is the inspiration for

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Highchair Nightmares!

If you enjoy being spoon-fed mouthfuls of tasty parenting humor, this is the episode for you. In this broadcast from the Tiniest Bar in Texas, our hosts and panel of experienced parents dish up their perspectives on the nightmare that is feeding infants and toddlers. Open up, here comes the choo-choo. This video is brought to you by Boon.

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Monday, March 17, 2008

Break a Leg Commits Murder to Win!

The guys behind Break a Leg, Yuri and Justin, discuss other ways of gaining the lead in Yahoo's Golden Play Awards, having been nominated for Best Series. They even consider killing to win.

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Feeding Babies is Gross

Dirty diapers are so over-hyped. The Big Poopy gets all the media attention, but DadLabs is willing to speak the truth about true parenting grossness. Feeding can take on any other baby bodily function for pure disgusting-ness. The DadLabs dads give you a guided tour of the first year of feeding your child. This video is brought to you by Boon.

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Thursday, March 13, 2008

Umbrella Stroller Buying Advice and Tips

Don't let a cheap stroller rain on your parade. Daddy Troy gives the top 10 things to look for when buying an umbrella stroller. Troy presents some interesting stats detailing how many kids get hurt a year and how due to stroller accidents. Make sure you are aware to avoid these mistakes.

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Wednesday, March 12, 2008

"It Hurts to be a Dentist" Music Video

Owen really drills it with his latest smash music video "It Hurts to Be a Dentist." In this follow up to his acclaimed "Bike Rap," Owen imagines life behind the needle. A throwback power ballad with an overbite. Please floss regularly and get your teeth cleaned at once a year. Now rinse and spit.

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Tuesday, March 11, 2008

The Nightmare of Going to the Dentist

Taking kids to the dentist can be a pain for everyone involved. In this episode of the Lounge, the experienced parents on our panel at the Tiniest Bar in Texas know the drill, and sound off regarding their kids' experiences in the dental chair. This episode is so full of insights and humor that it is really filling. Okay, sorry about that.

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Monday, March 10, 2008

Gorilla Spot for Editing Movie Trailers

Athan Stephanopoulos, CEO and founder of Gorilla Spot, discusses the appeal and success of the online public editing program. By teaming up with movie houses including Paramount Pictures, Gorilla Spot is able to provide users with premium content on an intuitive user-friendly editing platform.

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Elgato's Turbo.264 USB Drive Converting Video Files

Converting video to H.264 MP4 files can be a time and processor intensive task. Enter Matt the Shirtless Apprentice and his ethnic friend with Elgato's Turbo.264 USB device. Offload the heavy lifting and leave your computer free to do other things... like plan trips to Mexico.

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Break a Leg - Conversations (Mescapolitan)

David wakes up to find himself muddy, bloody and drugged in a forest. Luckily, his bodyguard Larry not only knows what happens, but was the one that gave him the mescaline. The latest "Conversation" courtesy of the best show soon to be on TV, Break a Leg!

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Kid's First Visit to the Dentist

For a kid, going to the dentist doesn't have to be the scariest thing this side of asparagus. The DadLabs guys give you a guided tour through the tricked out offices of a pediatric dentist. Along the way the address burning questions like: When does your kid need to start going to the dentist and what can you expect from these initial visits?

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Thursday, March 6, 2008

A Technologically Advanced Urban Riding System for Kids

What happens when you lock a bunch of European engineers in a room with a dozen crying babies? We have no idea, but this Mutsy (pronounced moo-tzee) Urban Rider Stroller System is seriously cool. Stroller technologies have advanced in recent years in quite amazing ways. If you are interested in seeing a beautifully engineered stroller.

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Wednesday, March 5, 2008

The Pregnant Man Goes Out Drinking and is Motorboated

In this episode of the Pregnant Man, the dads decided they wanted to go out drinking. Guess who was the designated driver? Owen got to see what it is like to be sober dressed in a 30lb empathy pregnancy suit around drunk people. Owen's nipples are pinched, he is ignored by the bar bartender, motorboated by a complete stranger and then felt up.

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Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Baby Shower Gifts For the Dad?

We put the question to our panel of experienced and expert parents of 'What's the best gift to get a dude for a baby shower?' while at the Tiniest Bar in Texas. Why not give a baby shower gift to the dad? And what best to give? Golf stuff, tools and beer seem to be common themes.

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Monday, March 3, 2008

NextNYers - Mint Digital

Cameron Price, Chief Technology Officer at Mint Digital, explains how the New York and London based company creates cross platform entertainment properties for a variety of clients by fusing new media and traditional media. Clients include MTV Networks, ABC Family and the BBC.

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Break a Leg - Conversations (Jen-Affair)

A guilt-stricken Jennifer John Bradley calls his Publicist Stan Marley to tell him that he cheated on his wife 10 years prior. He wants to tell her the honest way -- get Stan to put it in the tabloids. So check out the latest 'Conversation' of the hit online sitcom, Break a Leg!

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Keg Party for a New Dad

DadLabs is taking up the mantle of stamping out fatherhood injustices. In this Lab, the dads propose that father's should have a baby shower as well. Expecting mom's get a baby show, dad's should do one better since a new baby setup for a dad can get kind of expensive with all the latest gear. So how about a baby kegger? or a dude shower?

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Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Cool Review of a Sling Bookcase for Kids

Daddy Troy takes a close look at all of the features of the Sling Bookcase for kids. Unless you've been living under a rock, you know it's important to read to your kids and to encourage them to explore books. Does this kid-level, face-out display unit encourage the family to gather around for a spot of literacy?

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Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Parents and Experts Pick Best Bedtime Books

What's the greatest bedtime read for kids of all time? We ask our panel of experts and veteran parents, "What is your favorite bedtime book to read to you kids?" They responded with a pleasing variety of recommendations from the classic to the modern to the completely wiseass. Watch their responses, then add your own.

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Monday, February 25, 2008

Shirtless Apprentice - Shooting in Extreme Weather

Shooting in extreme weather conditions? Heavy rain or snow and high winds can pose quite the obstacle, but with a little bit of foresight, a few tips from Matt, and the right equipment, such as a rain barney and wooley, your show will go on!

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DadLabs - The Lab - The Best Books for Bedtime

Reading to the kids at bedtime isn't just a matter of doing what's good for them, it can also be pure comedic entertainment. Children's literature has come a long way from Dick and Jane. Check out the hilarious and offbeat books that the guys at DadLabs are reading to their own kids. They can actually read. This video is brought to you by BabyBjorn

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Thursday, February 21, 2008

Breaking Down the MacBook Air

The Shirtless Apprentices lists the pros and cons of the MacBook Air.

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Kid's Gear for Eeating

Daddy Troy serves up a steaming helping of gear advice for dads hoping to gather the crew around the family dinner table. Food prep is a great way to draw kids into the rituals of family meals, and The Learning Tower by Little Partners gives kids a step up in the process. BabySmart Cooshee Classic Booster seats can also bring the little ones to the

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Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Maternity Clothes Shopping for Man

The pregnant man experiment has been going pretty well even though Owen has had some overly emotional moments. The dads take Owen to maternity clothing store in Austin to see what his clothes options are as he tries to maintain his masculinity. Owen is such an unattractive pregnant woman. This video brought to you by BabyBjorn.

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Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Family Meal Tricks Video

Daddy Clay and Daddy Owen ask their panel of parenting experts about the family dinner, "Do you sit down and have dinner with your family every night? And if so, how do you pull it off?" Some suggestions from the panel include: try family lunches, turn off the TV, call in some help, get the kids involved with the cooking...

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Monday, February 18, 2008

Break a Leg - Episode 9 (Sex and Violence)

Francesca helps Chase live out one of his fantasies while David finally manages to get a date with his fantasy girl. Everything is falling into place until an unexpected, decomposing delivery from Larry brings everything to a screeching halt. All this and more in the latest episode of Break a Leg!

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Online Speed Dating with a Webcam

Camlink.com Co-Founder Serge Kalinskiy discusses on nextNYers how his research in the growing online dating field led to the launch of this webcam-based dating service. Camlink.com features free registration and personalized profiles. In addition, it holds online 'events' for people with common interests to come together.

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DadLabs - The Lab - The Magic Elixir That Cures All Ills

Clay and Brad reveal what can cure all family ills. Well maybe that is overstating it a bit, but if you found something that helped your kids perform better in school, avoid sex, drugs, alcohol and tobacco, reduced the likelihood of an eating disorder and helped the development of vocabulary, would you do it? Brought to you by Baby Bjorn.

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Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Clek Booster Seat Avoids Numb Bum

Daddy Troy gives the Clek Booster Seat the DadLabs seal of approval. The great feature of the Clek is that it clicks into your car's latch (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system making it very safe, and easy to put in and take out. If your car is a 2003 or newer model it is guaranteed to have latch and the Clek will install.

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Savory Cities interviewed in nextNYers

Savory Cities Co-Founders Jennifer McBride and husband Chris McBride discuss their chef focused online video restaurant guide. With their high quality, chef guided video tours, and detailed, trustworthy reviews, Savory Cities is truly set apart from their competition.

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Lactation, Sex, Fast Food and Porn.

Breastfeeding is best for the baby, but according to Daddy Owen, it's hell on your love life. In this Daditude episode, Owen finds parallels between his sex life and eating fast food...alone...and in the car. Follow his six easy steps and spice up your marital love life. Maybe you can end up getting as much action as Owen, or maybe even more.

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Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Break A Leg - Cutting Class (Episode 8)

While Child Actor Jimmy Scotch has a bit of a decomposing mess on his hands, David Penn makes one last attempt to woo the love of his life, Amber Turnipseed. Death, corndogs and more on the latest episode of the best sitcom anywhere, Break a Leg!

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Tips for Shooting an Anonymous Interview

Guest star Owen Egerton, Daddy Owen from the ultimate web series about parenting for dads by dads - DadLabs, bravely interviews an anonymous fugitive from the criminal underworld. Who can it be? Matt teaches viewers how to attain the desired anonymity of your subject in both the lighting and sound.

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What Women Really Want for Valentine's Day

Daddy Brad plies "Babyproofing Your Marriage: How to Laugh More, Argue Less, and Communicate Better as Your Family Grows" authors Julia Stone and Cathy O'Neill with a bit of chardonnay and extracts some excellent advice for Dads contemplating a major Valentine's Day purchase. Don't do it! Make a major purchase, write a letter!

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Monday, February 11, 2008

Valentine's Day Rejects Video

Clasp hands and sing with us. Fee-lings! Whoa...whoa...whoa. Feelings. Something that the dads here at the Labs are not very good at is expressing romance. But that didn't stop us from trying to write heartfelt Valentine's letters to our patient wives. Kinda hoping to get lucky. We failed. In all ways. No sex for them.

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Sunday, February 10, 2008

Valentine's Day Rejects

Clasp hands and sing with us. Fee-lings! Whoa...whoa...whoa. Feelings. Something that the dads here at the Labs are not very good at is expressing romance. But that didn't stop us from trying to write heartfelt Valentine's letters to our patient wives. Kinda hoping to get lucky. We failed. In all ways. No sex for us.

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Thursday, February 7, 2008

DadLabs - Gear Daddy - How Slow Can You Stroll?

Daddy Troy reviews the Strollometer, a wireless speedometer, odometer, thermometer and clock. Now you can find out how far you walk a day with your stroller and how slow you walk. Time for all you dads to stroll you way into shape and lose the beer gut. This video brought to you by BabbleSoft.

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Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Trash Talking Talkbot

Daddy Owen finally takes on somebody his own size in this groundbreaking interview with Toby the Talkbot. If repetition is the key to learning, then Toby has a lot to teach our children. Just exactly how annoying does a toy have to be for Owen to resort to physical violence. Watch as the plastic punk-bot pushes our man just too far.

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Tuesday, February 5, 2008

DadLabs - The Lounge- Hormones Found In Chinese Toys

Which of the recent media-hyped health scares have freaked parents out the most? We put the question, "What news stories have you freaked out about your children's health?" to our panel of experienced moms and dads. Hormones in Milk? Polycarbonate Plastic? Lead Paint? Chinese hormones? This video brought to you Babblesoft.

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Monday, February 4, 2008

Wreck and Salvage Videos

Wreck and Salvage Co-Creator Adam Quirk discusses how the company is a collective of three video artists across several states. With a wide demographic, Wreck and Salvage attracts clients who want to create original and unique viral videos.

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Shirtless Apprentice - Making a Music Video with Josh Kelley

Josh Kelley shoots a video for his new song "Unfair" off the album Special Company. Watch as Matt guides viewers through the video production of Josh Kelley's hit new single!

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Obese Kids Need Platic Diet

A recent government report on the potential effects of a commonly used plastic additive (bisphenol A or BPA) has us completely freaked out. We're trying not to put on our tinfoil hats and go nuts. Let's just calmly and methodically remove every single piece of #7 plastic from our homes. BPA acts like estrogen in the body

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Break a Leg

The adventure continues as Chase Cougar and Francesca Scala consummate their newfound love, David continues his attempts to woo Amber and Jimmy Scotch goes to meet his ex-girlfriend, the Child Actor spymaster, Janet Janet. All of this and so much more on the latest episode of Break a Leg!

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Break a Leg

Get caught up on the latest happenings on the Internet sitcom, Break a Leg.

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Thursday, January 31, 2008

WebVideoReport Features Advice from DadLabs

DadLabs, the most recognized daddy resource site and Internet TV show, has just been featured by WebVideoReport in an article entitled, "DadLabs: Advice for Fathers." Greg Baumann, editor of WebVideoReport, has highlighted the high-quality video production and wide distribution of DadLabs and the ability of the show to attract national sponsors.

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Track, Graph and Share your Kid's Poop

Daddy Troy is joined by Aruni Gunasegaram, President of Babblesoft.com as they review Babblesoft's web-based software which facilitates communication between caregivers. Track your baby's sleeping, feeding, diaper changes and medicines and trade information between parents, caregivers, nannies, babysitters, etc. Nice graphs.

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Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Reading with a Rottweiler Before it Attacks

Who says humans make the best babysitters? What about dogs? Daddy Owen brings best-selling author and child care expert Carl the rottweiler into the studio to get to the bottom of the two-leg or four-leg babysitting controversy. Carl, a very large rottweiler, is patient with Owen's snarky reading up until he attacks.

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Tuesday, January 29, 2008

What makes a great babysitter?

For this episode of the Lounge we asked what makes a babysitter great to our panel of expert parents, and to members of our non-studio (bar) audience as well. Is it dependability? Creativity? Experience? Cheap rate? What do you think the qualities of an outstanding babysitter are? Watch as a collective portrait of the ideal babysitter emerges.

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Monday, January 28, 2008

DadLabs Monetizes with Three National Brands

Baby Bjorn, Graco and Sittercity.com have signed on for fully integrated DadLabs advertising campaigns including elements of product promotion and placement as well as brand awareness. Each company sponsored a full week of the series’ programming, which includes new daily episodes Monday through Thursday.

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Break a Leg - Episode 6 (Sex Ed.)

Love is in the air on the set of Groommates. David takes his best shot at love while Jennifer and the principal discuss details of their former love. Jimmy learns some hard lessons in love and something resembling love is blooming between Chase and Francesca. All this and the winning video of our YouTube "Very First Contest."

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Mochila - nextNYers

Mochila CEO Keith McAllister explains how Mochila is the first and only online marketplace for content. A publisher has the option to either purchase photos, videos, and articles, or acquire the content for free by accepting advertising with it. What a great site. Love this show!

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Shirtless Apprentice - Matching Color Hue in Final Cut Pro

Master broadcast editor Bill Cammack teaches us and Matt how to match color hue in Final Cut Pro. Learn as Master Bill explains the basic technique used for matching shots.

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Babysitter Loving

Show your sitter some love, appropriately love of course. Show her respect and courtesy by following tips offered by the Dads in the Lab. Hear dos and don'ts from our panel of experienced sitters. Learn to avoid sitter pet peeves. Remember, sitter retention is key to a happy marriage. Nanny cams, yes or no?

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Friday, January 25, 2008

DadLabs - Dado

Owen goes on the set with actor Tony Hale. The star of Arrested Development and Stranger than Fiction is also a dad. Who knew? Actors can have children, too!

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College Savings Nightmare Video

If you have kids, you will be poor for the rest of your life because of colleges. Those bastard colleges. But don't worry, because the DadLabs guys have a simple solution for all your 529 worries. Just watch to find out what a big lie that is.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Tooth Maintenance

Kids have to learn to brush, even if they use their teeth mostly to bite other kids. What toothbrushes are best? What kid's toothpaste tastes most like floor wax? Watch and find out. Plus, the word "dentifrice" used in a sentence.

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Guitar Hero Dads Video

Watch the DadsLabs absolutely humiliate themselves with their lame attempts to play DDR and Guitar Hero. We should just leave the game playing up to the kids. And we actually don't mind when they play these two games.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Dads and Dolls 1

What the heck has happened to dolls? The Dads try to figure out if Bratz are a sign that the world is at an end. Watch as they try to answer the question: what kind of toys should a girl have?

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DadLabs - The Lab - ER Stay or Go

Nurse Mark helps us decide when it's time to take to the kids to the ER. Underwhat conditions do you punch out and head for the hospital? Watch Nurse Mark bring the professional perspective.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Travel With Kids

If you are fool enough to want to travel with your young children, then we guess you better at least watch this video. The Dads offer their advice and condolences if you simply must hit the road or take to the air with your children.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Wikipoopia (Bill Cosby)

Another entry in our Wikipoopia, a groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of poopy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Dads and Dolls 2

What the heck has happened to dolls? The Dads try to figure out if Bratz are a sign that the world is at an end. Watch as they try to answer the question: what kind of toys should a girl have?

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DadLabs - The Lab- Football Fan Father

The Dads offer their feeble and transparent suggestions on how to balance your fandom and your fatherhood. Watch our suggestions on how to dupe your wife into letting you watch endless hours of sports. Of course, none of them work.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Meet Parenthacks

The Dads welcome Asha Dornfest the genius behind the parenting blog "Parenthacks." Amazing tips.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Meet Nurse Mark

Meet our staff Nurse, Daddy Mark. He's full of medical information and parenting wisdom, but he's also quick with a B-12 shot, so watch out.

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Wikipoopia Recipe Video

An orientation to the Wikipoopia, our groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of pooy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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Thursday, January 24, 2008

The Female Shirtless Apprentice Premieres

Kate, from The Merry Travelogues, www.tmtgirls.com, heads to New York to uncover some of the secrets of filming there and in doing so she becomes the first Female Shirtless Apprentice. We salute the growing legion of shirtless apprentices!

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Gears for Tears

When you baby's tears start to flow, here is a must have gear. Daddy Troy reviews the innovative and high tech Graco Sweetpeace, a newborn soothing center and sponsor of DadLabs. With a smooth rocking mechanism, five point harness, all you need to do is put your baby in and press go! The center has 6 different speed settings, adjustable seat, MP3..

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Wednesday, January 23, 2008

DadLabs - The Lab - Wikipoopia (California Roll)

Another entry in our Wikipoopia, a groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of poopy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Wikipoopia (Mission Impossible)

Another entry in our Wikipoopia, a groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of poopy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Wikipoopia (Cousin It)

Another entry in our Wikipoopia, a groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of poopy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Parenting Magazines

Are "parenting" magazines for parents? Or just for moms? The DadLabs guys take a look between the covers of the glossies and call it like they see it. About the magazines.

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DadLabs - The Lounge - Babyproofing Your Marriage

Are "parenting" magazines for parents? Or just for moms? The DadLabs guys take a look between the covers of the glossies and call it like they see it. About the magazines.

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DadLabs - Dado - Talking to Elmo

Owen finds himself in an extremely awkward conversation with Elmo. You know how it goes with big stars and boundaries. Hilarity ensues.

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You are Going to Puke!

Any guy can strap on a 30lb pregnancy simulator full of sloshing water and lead balls, but how many would take syrup of ipecac to replicate morning sickness? Daddy Owen, that's how many. In this video, the DadLabs Prego Man gets morning sickness, struggles with his wardrobe, his dignity, and Daddy Clay. Vomit!

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Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Wake up, the baby is crying!

The Lounge, where Dads openly discuss parental issues is featuring a new style and look! DadLabs has brought together a panel of experts alike in Texas to answer a single probing question on the subject of modern parenting. In this video, we ask the question - "In your household, did you and your spouse share late night baby crying duties?"

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Monday, January 21, 2008

Color Correcting White Balance in Final Cut Pro

Matt collaborates with master broadcast editor Bill Cammack. Master Bill guides Matt and viewers alike through the process of correcting white balance using Apple's Final Cut Pro's three-way color corrector effect.

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AdaptiveBlue on nextNYers

AdaptiveBlue Director of Engineering Karen Teng discusses the company's two applications, BlueOrganizer and SmartLinks. These personalization technologies make browsing the Web truly an interactive process. She talks about how these products use the power of semantics to make the web more personal and productive.

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Soothing the Savage and Screaming Baby

Crying, screaming, colicky newborns are a fantastic opportunity for dads to go to a nice bar, er, to actively engage in parenting and to share the soothing duties. Be a hero to mom, and rock out with your newborn. DadLabs share the secret techniques they developed late at night, half awake, and drooling on themselves.

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Break a Leg - Episode Five (Detention)

With the cast still secretly shooting Groommates following the explosion, there are still several unanswered questions including who are the two techs, what does Jimmy Scotch know and why is Candi spelled with a heart? This and more in the latest installment of the Internet comedy Break a Leg.

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Last Time on Break a Leg

A brief recap of all of the crazy events leading up to Episode Five of the Internet sitcom sensation, Break a Leg!

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Friday, January 18, 2008

DadLabs - The Lounge - Communal Breastfeeding

Okay, we're cool with breastfeeding in public, but communal breastfeeding? Really? Passing babies around like a plate of nachos? And you don't even breastfeed nachos. Watch and get the DadLabs perspective on this controversy.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy - Squid Soap

Having a hard time getting the kids to wash up before dinner? Watch the dads review this cool product that makes clean hands fun.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy

Rainy weekends are enough to test the nerves of even the most battle-tested dad. These science kits could be a lifesaver. For real.

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Thursday, January 17, 2008

DadLabs - Dado - Lawnmower Buzzing

Owen yet again draws even the darkest secrets from his subjects. This time the toy under the microscope is a lawnmower. Watch him confess to his longstanding dependence on grass. The lawnmower, that is. The good stuff.

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DadLabs - The Lab - Wikipoopia (Houdini)

Another entry in our Wikipoopia, a groundbreaking experiment in collective wisdom on the subject of dirty diapers. Join the WP for the most extensive catalog of poopy diaper re-enactments on the internet.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy - Learning Tower

The Dads review the Learning Tower -- a safe alternative to the wobbly stool that lets kids take a step up into the grownup world. They'll love helping out in the kitchen with the help of this product.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy - Sports Board Books

The Dads review the great sports themed board books from Michaelson entertainment. It's never too early to start brainwashing the little fan to cheer along with you on the weekends. Both college and pro fans will find something here.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy - Smart Buggy

The Dad's review the funky "Smart Buggy from Phil and Ted's. These Kiwis have pulled two wheels off a stroller and made a really cool urban baby transport system. Check it out.

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Swedish Models with Babies

I'm a model, you know what I mean! DadLabs hits the runway at a BabyBjorn baby carrier fashion show in Washington D.C. Actually, very attractive Swedish models hit the runway, and Daddy Clay stays off-camera. Which is exactly as it should be. See times change and fashionable, baby-wearing gear evolve right before your approving eyes.

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Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Pregnant Man Boobs Video

Sleep deprived from his night in a 30 lb. pregnancy simulator, Daddy Owen can barely function. Despite being a zombie, he must face a home invasion by Daddy Brad and Daddy Clay. Daddy Brad's dream of a web empire are dashed as everyone focuses on Owen's boobs on DadLabs.com.

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Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Preemie Doc Interview

The DadLabs guys manage to penetrate the security perimeter at the Swedish embassy in Washington, DC and forced noted neonatologist Av Fanaroff, MD, FAAP, to grant an interview. They threatened him with lutefisk. Nonetheless, the good doctor offers advice and wisdom on bonding with your newborn.

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Taming the Bear

With his producers trying to convince him to parody the viral internet video '2girls1cup' Patrice Oneal not only refuses to watch it, but also explains how white guys always think they can control 'The Bear.'

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The Sony PMW-EX1

Matt gives users a quick overview of Sony's brand new PMW-EX1 Prosumer Video Camera and its proprietary SxS Media Cards. This camcorder was announced this January during CES in Las Vegas. Thanks to special guest David Lassiter, a very funny comedian, for his funny walk-on comments.

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A Fully Customizable Personal Online Space

Zude Co-Founder Jim McNeil explains how Zude is a fully customizable personal online space where users can grab and share pictures, objects, widgets and information allowing them to communicate with their friends and contacts in a way not possible on Facebook or Myspace. Interview is from nextNyer.com

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DadLabs Snot Ninjas How to Fight Your Kid's Cold

The battle against snot rages across a nation ravaged by cold and flu season. Into this mucoid landscape step two shining, antihistamine heroes. Daddy Brad and Daddy Clay pull back the tissue and reveal the truth about caring for your bugger-nosed babe all brought to you by our friends at BabyBjorn.

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Monday, January 14, 2008

Break a Leg - Back To School (Episode 4)

In this exciting new episode of Break a Leg, the cast, somehow managing to survive a horrible explosion, begins shooting their sitcom, Groommates, in secret. Writer David Penn must get lead actor Chase Cougar back before the production can continue.

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Sunday, January 13, 2008

DadLabs - Gear Daddy - The Cushee Seat

The dads review the coolest, squishiest, sticking-est, most colorful boost seat around. Makes coming to the table fun.

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DadLabs - Gear Daddy - Boon Flo

The Dads review the Boon "Flo" -- a soft faucet cover that can keep your kid safe during falls in the tub. And it looks cool, too.

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Dadlabs

The Dads review the Itzbeen timer -- a cool gadget that allows dads to track all those details like feeding and sleeping. For the baby, too.An edgy, fun and Informative show for fathers and the women who tolerate and/or love them. Humorous tips and advice on parenting, fatherhood, children, and coping with wives and mothers.

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Dadlabs

An edgy, fun and Informative show for fathers and the women who tolerate and/or love them. Humorous tips and advice on parenting, fatherhood, children, and coping with wives and mothers. Tune in as the Dads tackle the issues of today: from breast feeding in public to head lice to poop in the tub.

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Kicking the Tires of Bike Trailers

Riding your bike is a great way to spend time with your children if you have the right accessories. Chris Carter from the Bicycle Sport Shop shows Daddy Troy what to look for when buying a bike trailer. These trailers now come with cupholders, camelbacks and roll cages.

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Friday, January 11, 2008

Last Time on Break a Leg

A brief recap of all of the crazy events leading up to Episode Four of the Internet sitcom sensation, Break a Leg!

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Wednesday, January 9, 2008

The Pilot (Part 1)

The Pilot (Part 1) episode of the independent sitcom, BREAK A LEG. Brought to you by the acclaimed viewers of Arrested Development, Scrubs and The Office.

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The Pilot (Part 3)

The conclusion of the Pilot of the independent sitcom, BREAK A LEG. Brought to you by the acclaimed viewers of Arrested Development, Scrubs and The Office.

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Break a Leg - Bad Press (part 1)

Episode 2 (Part 1) of the hit internet sitcom, Break a Leg, brought to you by the viewers of Arrested Development, The Office and Scrubs.-David Penn finds out that Stan Marley -- the publicist hired by CNC to represent him and his actors -- is leaking personal information about the cast and crew to Cnewz Magazine.

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Break a Leg - Bad Press (part 2)

The second episode (Part 2) of the independent sitcom, BREAK A LEG. Brought to you by the acclaimed viewers of Arrested Development, Scrubs and The Office.-David tries to convince Stan Marley not to send out the press release that may just ruin the life of the actors.

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Break a Leg - Bad Press (part 3)

The second episode (Part 3) of the independent sitcom, BREAK A LEG. Brought to you by the acclaimed viewers of Arrested Development, Scrubs and The Office.-David must sign a deal with the devil -- or, in this case, a creepy, ex-child actor named Jimmy Scotch -- to help stop the Stan Marley fiasco. Unfortunately, it is a deal with the devil.

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Break a Leg Weblog #1 - A Day In The Park

The Break a Leg weblog visits with actors Daniel George and Peter Saftner who give you a history lesson laced with hippie language and obscenities.

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Break a Leg - Weblog #2, Meet The Crew

Meet the editors and all-around crewmen for Break a Leg while getting an exciting inside look at one of our actresses inner monologues.

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Break a Leg - Weblog #3 - Do The Hustle

A serious look at Break a Leg's budgetary concerns. See what no sleep, an over-active imagination and a strong love of doing the hustle can make an Editor create.

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Break a Leg minisode - David's Bad Day

The first installment of the Break a Leg minisode. It's a week before the events of the Break a Leg Pilot -- and David Penn is having a bad day. It only gets worse and worse, until a mysterious call changes his life forever.

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary - The Pilot, Part I

The cast and crew from the Internet sitcom Break a leg weigh in with behind the scenes comments about what makes the show so friggin' funny.

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nextNYers 108. www.10ton.tv

www.10Ton.tv Co-Founders Matthew Semel and Chris Chang discuss their company's goal of providing creative, engaging, and entertaining online video content ranging from client based spots created directly for advertisers to original, stand alone videos such as their viral success www.getengagedquickly.com.

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Abuse

Morale is an integral ingredient of production. In this little snippet, Patrice Oneal unites his entire production team by berating his director's sloppy wardrobe. It's too bad the director wasn't Steven Spielberg, George Lucas or Quentin Tarantino.

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Break a leg Video Pilot (part 2)

The Pilot (Part 2) episode of the independent sitcom, BREAK A LEG. Brought to you by the acclaimed viewers of Arrested Development, Scrubs and The Office. -Having come to the sudden realization that his Producer has no actual money with which to produce, David Penn and the cast do the only thing they can -- fundraise. And mime.

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What to Watch While the Writer's Strike

Everyone needs their new TV show fix every now and then, and as the writer's strike drags on the quality of TV programming is dropping lower than ever. Fortunately there is a lot of fantastic content online and NewTeeVee thinks that Break A Leg is not only a great choice we would add The Patrice Oneal Show and DadLabs on your viewing list as well!

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What a Beauitful Pussy You Are

Daddy Owen offers a dramatic reading of the classic children's book "The Owl and the Pussy Cat" by E. Lear and M. Hague in this Daditude video. We promise that no host of a DadLabs show would ever go for an easy joke at the expense of a children's book. Except maybe Owen who reminders our viewers no one likes to get sand in their pussy. Need we say that this isn't meant for kids?

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Drinking and Singing with a Supermom

DadLabs Lounge interview with recording artist and supermom Sara Hickman. Sara tells us all about her artistic kids and her activities as a thespian in both the Vagina and Dick Monologues. Then she plays a children's song, "Iolana" from her album Big Kid, while Daddy Clay dances - a very sexy ass-shaking dance!

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Tuesday, January 8, 2008

101. Magnify.net

The weekly podcast nextNYers features Magnify.net, which provides simple and easy social media network tools.

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102. Tilzy.TV

Really interesting episode of nextNYers about Tilzy.TV, which guides you throw all the internet television available today.

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103. BricaBox

This episode of nextNYers features BricaBox, a very helpful web publishing platform. Very interesting.

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105. GroundReport

This episode of nextNYers features an interesting website, GroundReport, which puts significant world news right at your fingertips.

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104. Blip.tv

This episode of nextNYers features Blip.tv, a place for original content to be produced and marketed.

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Break a Leg - More Bloopers

More bloopers from the hit Internet sitcom, Break a Leg. Watch and laugh!

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Break a Leg's Plea For Help

Shooting a sitcom is tough. Especially when you have no money or locations of your own... That's why we here at Break a Leg are asking that anyone who likes our show, to help us keep it going with either funding to rent a location or by actually donating a location.

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary, The Pilot Part II

The cast and crew of the hit Internet sitcom Break a Leg weigh in with some of their insightful commentary.

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Break a Leg - More Bloopers

More of the goof-ups, fumbles and general bloopers of the cast and crew of Internet sitcom Break a Leg.

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary - The Pilot, Part III

Yuri and Vlad Baranovsky and Dashiell Reinhardt give commentary on the third part of the Pilot episode of Break a Leg. Make sure to turn up your speakers, as, after shooting for 8 hours in a flooded bunker, Dashiell's voice has withdrawn deep into the recesses of his body.

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Break a Leg - The Bloopers

The goof-ups, fumbles and general bloopers of the cast and crew of the Internet sitcom, Break a Leg.

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary - Episode II, Part I

Yuri, Justin, Dashiell and Daniel George (of Claudio/Humphrey fame) from the Internet sitcom Break a Leg talk about Part 1 of Episode 2.

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Break a Leg - Bloopers, Episode II, Act I

The bloopers from Break a Leg for Episode 2, Part 1 -- the type of bloopers that will make you OMG, LOL and maybe even ROFL all over the place. Enjoy!

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary - Episode II, Part II

Commentary for Part 2 of Episode 2 with Daniel George, Yuri, Dashiell and half of Justin from the Internet sensation, Break a Leg.

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Break a Leg - Bloopers Episode II, Part II

Laugh, cry and thoroughly enjoy the Episode 2, Part 2 bloopers from the hit Internet sitcom, Break a Leg

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Break a Leg - Cast and Crew Commentary for Episode II, Act I

Yuri, Drew (Jimmy Scotch) and Chad (Jennifer) do the commentary for Episode 2, Act 3.

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Break a Leg - Trailer

The teaser-trailer of Break a Leg -- pass it on to your friends, family and anyone who you may have spoken to awkwardly at a party. Click on "share" in the video player to put it on your MySpace, Facebook and anywhere else it'll fit.

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Break a Leg - Episode 2 bloopers

The Episode 2 (Part 3) bloopers -- bloopers so funny, they'll make you bloop uncontrollably, possibly for hours.

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Break a Leg - the series so far

If you're new and want to be caught up for the premiere of Episode 3 -- watch this and be so informed it blows your mind.

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Break a Leg - High Treason (Episode III, Act I)

Act 1 of Episode 3 of the internet's hit sitcom -- Break a Leg! Amber is kidnapped, Jimmy Scotch reports to the President of the Child Actor's Guild (Guest Star: Patrice Oneal) and David discovers there's a traitor in their midst.

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Gary Coleman Grown Up Surgery Commercial

Gary Coleman delivers hope to the little guy with Dr. Xiang Ching's revolutionary Grown-Up Surgery.

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Break A Leg - Episode 3

The explosive finale of Break a Leg, Episode 3 - "High Treason." Guest Starring Patrice Oneal.

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Break a Leg - High Treason (Episode III, Act III)

The thrilling continuation of the the Internet's hottest new sitcom. Chase Cougar tells his story, David finds a tied up and very angry Amber and Jimmy Scotch takes Jennifer home.

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Drinking and Singing with a Supermom

DadLabs Lounge interview with recording artist and supermom Sara Hickman. Sara tells us all about her artistic kids and her activities as a thespian in both the Vagina and Dick Monologues. Then she plays a children's song, "Iolana" from her album Big Kid, while Daddy Clay dances - a very sexy ass-shaking dance!

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Monday, January 7, 2008

Season One DVD - On Sale Now!

Bring home the high-resolution experience of "The Patrice Oneal Show - Coming Soon!" Season One DVD, featuring the first 13 episodes of this groundbreaking, controversial web series. The DVD also includes audio commentary by Patrice Oneal providing the back stories for each episode from its conception to completion as well as many degrading tirades

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DadLabs - The Lounge - Dad Rant

Daddy Brad goes off on a rant about kid's birthday parties. Who's idea was the pinata, anyway. A blindfolded, dizzy kid with a stick? Then candy everywhere? You thought ultimate fighting was violent.

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DadLabs - The Naming of the Parts

In this hilarious and thought-provoking podcast, Owen reflects on the names that we give to ourselves. Or at least parts of ourselves. All parents will recognize this sweet and goofy and awkward bathtub moment.

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DadLabs - The Lounge - Dad Rant 2

Whose idea was party favors? Cake and ice cream isn't enough? Watch Daddy Brad go completely off on party favor inflation.

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DadLabs - Dado - Arden Hears Music

Arden describes to her Dad the songs that kids like best. You know, tunes like "Baby Got Back" or anything by Black Sabbath. Those two-year-olds say the cutest things.

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DadLabs - The Lounge - Dad Rant 3

Daddy Brad about pops a blood vessel when we get him wound up about the state of the education system in the US. So if you see him, don't bring it up, unless you want to watch him erupt like this again.

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DadLabs - The Lounge - No Baby Einstein

A recent study casts the value of the Baby Einstein videos into doubt. The dads pile on poor ailing Disney. Are these videos really so bad? Do corporate media giants really deserve our scorn? BWAAAhahaha.

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Are parents happier?

They're often called a "bundle of joy." Okay, but really? Does having children really make you a happier, more fulfilled person? Recent studies cast doubt. Watch the DadLabs talk about how happy they are every single minute of their entire lives.

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DadLabs - The Lounge - High School Musical 2

We love Troy. Gear Dad host Daddy Troy, that is. That kid on High School Musical 2 is a punk. But our kids are crazy about him. But is it really a good movie for kids?

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DadLabs - The Lounge - First Time Parents

First time parents are so sweet. The way they think that no one has ever had a baby before, or that their baby is the cutest in the world, or that the child's needs come before everything and everyone else in the universe. Actually they're annoying.

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