Writing, Photography, and the life lessons I learned from Street Academy
My name is Chuck Miller, and I have too many cameras. (and the crowd says, “Hi Chuck…”) Actually, here’s the problem I’m battling. Of late, I’ve had cameras that were specifically designated to shoot one type of film. And when I need to take a trip, I don’t want to take nine cameras with me. …
Read MoreIt’s a moment that many in the Capital District have dreamed would come true. For years, local residents have clamored for the ride-sharing service Uber to come to Albany. Now, they get their dream come true. Uber has worked out a partnership deal to begin service in the Capital District immediately. “We are pleased to…
Read MoreSo yeah, I need to take a break from the Keith Olbermann for President campaign (our campaign motto is “Vote for Keith and say ‘Bye, Felicia!’ to the other candidates”). I must take a break – and take care of something more important. And that, of course, being Thursday, is to share some of the…
Read MoreIt was probably one of the hokiest Saturday morning TV shows ever filmed. And considering that it came from the Krofft studios, which balanced fantasy and escapism and total surrealness, made it even more intriguing. I’m talking about Electra Woman and Dyna Girl, a Saturday morning superhero show that starred Deidre Hall and Judy Strangis…
Read MoreI thought about this the other day. This is the first time in my life, since the day I first reached the age of voting maturity, that there really isn’t a candidate I can vote for in the upcoming Presidential election. Honestly, I’m disappointed with all the candidates. Maybe there’s a reason to vote for…
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Came across this vintage picture in my archives the other day. The toy itself is extremely collectible, especially when there are four musicians in the set. But if you had a toy like this… what song do you think it might play? And no, “Three Blind Mice” isn’t an option. There’s four of them, don’tcha…
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Background. Years ago, someone suggested that I tweak one of my photos by purchasing a digital plugin called Silver Efex to make one of my pictures ultra-sharp. I thought about it, and actually considered downloading the Silver Efex plugin – until I discovered that the plugin and its entire software bundle, called Nik, was $500.…
Read MoreSometimes in this world, you need a motivational song to get you through the tough times. You need something that can be your anthem, your fight song, your rallying cry. You need this like you need oxygen. So here at the worldwide studios of K-Chuck Radio, I’ve assembled a group of songs that, after you…
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I’ve received word of an upcoming independent professional wrestling card at the Schenectady Armory on Friday, April 22. The “Spring Slam Tour,” co-promoted by local pro wrestling federations North East Wrestling and World of Hurt Wrestling, plan to bring several world famous superstars to Schenectady for a night of wrestling action. This is great. I…
Read MoreYou know, the Times Union is running their annual “Best of the Capital Region” survey, in which you can vote for Olive Garden as “Best Italian Restaurant,” Subway as “Best Local Sandwich Shop,” and that woman from the Olde Wicker Mill commercials as “Best Local Personality.” Okay, all kidding aside… One of the categories in…
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