Oprah and the enviroment

Did anyone watch Oprah yesterday? She had a pretty interesting show. Her guest was Leonardo DiCaprio who was on to talk about Global Warming. They gave a list of things to do to help protect planet earth. I thought I'd list them for anyone who is interested:

-You can buy 'Carbon Fluorescent' light bulbs instead of the ones we usually buy. They are a little more expensive than usual but will save you a ton of money in the end and use 66% less energy.

-Unplug your cell phone charger, hair dryer, coffee maker, toaster oven, ect when not in use. I had no idea that they sucked energy even while they are not in use.

Usually I am not too terribly concerned about Global Warming, but after watching that show, it kind of scared me a little. I just thought I'd pass on the information

I'm staying away....wait....just can't resist.

Yes, there are little things we can all do but....ok. nevermind. I don't have the energy today. Take it away Jim.

Couldn't Oprah find, you know, like a scientist or something? I'm not saying a Ph.D is the be all and end all of smart, but damn.

Thing is, after Leo came out and introduced it, they had an expert of climate and global warming  from Princeton to come out to talk about it. All I cared about was the information and tips they were sharing. It wasn't just Leo talking about global warming

Wow...you save a flush EVERY morning? That is so...disgusting.

Just remember to unplug your phone charger when its not in use.
Look at me being all serious today!!!

Jim, It's a simple case of getting good PR for your cause. There seems to be a general mood of distrust of "intellectuals" in this country (witness the Republican snide/sly catch-phrase of "elitists" whenever they want to discredit an expert or intellectual). If the experts need to be introduced by a celebrity in order for people to LISTEN to them and not feel threatened by them, then that's what they should do. Simple PR.

I see LOADS of magazines with celebrities on the covers at my grocer's checkout stand. How often do you see an expert on global warming on the cover? Would anyone buy the magazine? Sex sells and I don't mind sex selling responsible consumerism.

Ok...now I'm getting pissed....

What about Cameron Diaz globetrotting with her friends to exotic locales to "educate" American youth?
PPPHHHAAAALLLLLELEEEEAAASSSEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It doesn't HAVE to be that way! Am I idealistic or what? And I didn't mean to strike a chord, I was just sharing information. I just HAD to stick Leo's name in there, didn't I??