Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Aug 19, 2008	Well Played : Obama & “Unnecssary” Quotations
Short post today, I had actually written this post last week, but had some huge WordPress problems with uploading images. Problem fixed thanks to some blind blog surgery on my part, which isn’t usually recommended but sometimes you just have to close your eyes and hope for the best....... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Aug 7, 2008	The Foush joins Alltop.com!
A few weeks ago I stumbled upon Alltop.com , a really kick ass content aggregator that groups collections of stories across a variety of topics into individual alltop sites. (So for example: environment.alltop.com or marketing.alltop.com ) I am pleased to announce that The Foush, will...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jul 31, 2008	Well Played: JibJab Video - Viral Watch (Obama+Unicorn=Awesome)
My friend AmberMac showed me this video from those charming lads over at JibJab and I thought it was pretty funny. Especially the Barack Obama part, but maybe because you all know where my loyalty lies. (Yes we can!) Anyway, regardless of your political affiliation, if you’re a US...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jul 20, 2008	Well Played: Joss Whedon’s Dr. Horrible (Viral Watch)
A friend of mine just sent this video my way, and I’m ever so glad he did! I get really excited whenever TV genius Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly) comes up with anything because it is unfailingly witty and funny while still being a social commentary. It’s...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jul 2, 2008	Well Played: Room Planner raises awarness of street kids
I came across this site today and have to admit it was quite effective. For one thing,  you don’t really see it coming. At least I didn’t. The site invites you to drag and drop various furniture pieces into a room outline. When you drag it in, it changes into an equivalent object...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jun 26, 2008	Well Played: Viral Video Where the Hell is Matt
The web’s favorite dancing traveler is back with another installment of the hugely popular “Where the hell is Matt?” video. Sponsored by Stride Gum, this video takes Matt all over the world, as he dances his signature dance, but this time, invites other people to join in on...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jun 28, 2008	Well Played: Converse Search Engine Spelling Bee
My sister sent me this cool link and I thought I would pass it along, since I found it really interesting. Converse shoes launched a really creative campaign called the Converse Spelling Bee . Here’s how it works. You click on the url, which takes you to a video of a shoelace (LOL) who...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jun 10, 2008	Well Played- Steve Jobs + 3G iphone=SHAZAM!
On the heels of my well timed post about how technologically awesome this summer is going to be, Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced some fabulous news about the new amazing 3G iPhone. What you need to know: The 8GB iPhone will retail for a stunning $199! iPhone will be rolled out to...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jun 4, 2008	Well Played:Movies now available in Canada iTunes store
Finally, good news for Canadians who always get the technological shaft. This summer is gearing up to be a good one! First, Rogers finally announced they will be carrying the iPhone, then RIM announces the release of the Blackberry Bold which is set to be released around Christmas times...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  May 14, 2008	Well Played: Sex and The City Movie
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you probably are aware of the excitement (both online and off) surrounding the new Sex and the City movie! It’s in theaters on May 30 in Canada and judging by the buzz online is one of the most anticipated movie releases of the summer, if...... [view]

Posted By:  Rahaf Posted On:  Jan 1, 1970	Well Played- Cinema by Citizens: Toronto Urban Film Festival
I know everyone talks about social media and refers to the web, but I am always interested in the ways that a city engages members of a community to create and share creative content. The Toronto Urban Film Festival is one example of how organizations are leveraging existing...... [view]