Carolla darling, as someone who parses words and makes arguments for a living, I assure you my knowledge of rhetoric isn’t limited to “he was mean to Jason,” and I’d suggest you not make assumptions about what I do and don’t care about. I’ve had you on ignore for ages so I’m not quite sure how I ended up seeing and responding to your recent posts, but I can assure you I’ll think twice before doing so again. In the meantime, you can always ignore me.
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I mean were the other four men who placed above him at Nationals not available or are they just that enamored with Camden? Maybe it was a favor to Karen, our third spot whisperer.
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He didn't compete this season so I guess he will have to compete this Sumer to get added? Just guessingChecking out the new Intl Selection Pool for next season-men's. Paniot's not on but that's to be expected, USFS can't add him until he's officially released by Ukraine....but I'm sure he'll get added. Missing: Andrew Torgashev. Anybody know what's going on with him? His retirement would be very
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There are 28 men currently listed in the ISP - I've noted the 5 newly added ones below:Polina's latest podcast conversation (March 2) is with Andrew Torgashev:
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I chat with 2015 Junior National Champion Andrew Torgashev about his skating career thus far, consistency and mental training, training in Colorado Springs and now Los Angeles, and his future plans with skating!art19.com
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Nathan decided not to include the 4Lz in his WTT SP - his jumps were 4F, 3A, 4T+3T (not much flow out) - scored 109.65.
or whatever. It’s one program I can’t wait for it to be over (solely because of the music) with which is a shame because I love his skating. I also don’t particularly care for the clothes he wears. But I am very proud of our US men.
Slaughter on 10th Avenue was originally in a movie called On Your Toes in 1936 (who knew Eddie Albert was a dancer - I missed it). That is the same era as the great Fred Astaire movies. Jason seems to have used the Gene Kelly and Vera Ellen Words and Music in 1948 as his inspiration (the costume is a giveaway). This was 3 years before Kelly made An American in Paris - Slaughter on 10th Avenue is definitely a precursor to American in Paris. True, the music is not like much of the current music trend - I think of the current trend as sort of "stream of consciousness" in format. I like hearing music that has a particular structure. I have always liked "Slaughter on 10th Avenue". I think Jason did the music justice and looked great doing it. I like a change from the current trend - which has a certain monotony to it.To contrast I also like Jason’s skating but I always detest his music especially his free music this year ....slaughter on 34th St.
Can’t wait to see what they skate to next year.
I think we should just anoint him King.Who are these Russians and what are they saying about Nathan?
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Personally, I'm wondering when he can be anointed the new GOAT.
Jason's spellbinding WTT EX to "Melancholy" by Alexey Kosenko was choreographed by Rohene Ward (debuted at Peggy Fleming Trophy last summer and also performed in the 2021 Nationals gala): https://www.instagram.com/tv/CNzO-R_pc1m/Not surprisingly, Nathan opened his Rocketman exhibition program (overnight Sunday in Osaka) with the 4T+1Eu+3F combo that he missed in his WTT free skate: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CNzlFRhJEb2/
His encore was part of his Caravan SP from last season: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CNzppvfpQO4/
While I always look forward to new programs by Jason, it is a great choice. Especially if it gives him a chance to solidify tech.
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ETA:
Vincent's first skating video (2+ mins.) for this game was posted on their IG account - Swan Lake Prince Cosplay (January 24):https://www.instagram.com/tv/CKc08j-Bf1b/
Speaking of Sinnerman, Jordan at OnIcePerspectives recently posted marvelous closeup vid of Jason practicing some of it:
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Since Jason has not returned to the Cricket Club since Worlds/WTT, I assume this 44-second clip was filmed last year?
I so wish Nina Simone had lived to see this program!
What rink in the Chicago area was this filmed at?
Relevant excerpt from this article:...here's a pre-WTT article by Lynn Rutherford that includes quotes from Rohene Ward and a dancer/teacher about Ward's Alvin Ailey-inspired choreography:
Jason Brown, Rohene Ward seek to spread the light with “Sinnerman” program
When choreographer Rohene Ward contemplates a new program for Jason Brown, he asks himself: How are we trying to touch people? With frustrations in the Black community growing and COVID-19 tightening its grip, Ward thought it was time to honor Alvin Ailey.
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Relevant excerpts from his interview after Nationals, posted earlier in this thread:Alex, we are very proud of you! You make us smile every day. We and your training mates always look forward to working with you. You are smart, kind, hard working and loyal. Most of all, you are a gentleman and a great friend. All these qualities will bring you tremendous success in your future. Remember, in any life situations, your coaches aka. your best friends will always be there for you! Good luck future lawyer!!!!
It sounds like he has moved up his timetable by a year? Best wishes to Alex as he starts his next chapter of life!
Followed up by this post: https://www.instagram.com/p/COx5BnhpboX/Hey guys!! Just wanted to give few updates! Yes, I am retiring to pursue my academic dreams! I have a long way to go (still have an undergraduate degree to finish). I will be posting a detailed message later this week
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