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Censorship in the media is nothing new. Censorship dates back to the '50s and is continuing in to the present. Censorship in the music industry started when radio stations began to stop playing certain songs on the radio because of suggestive lyrics.

enough censorship." On the other hand, Andrew Mindrich, accounting major, said, "There is no way to censor music because music throughout history has been a form of self-expression. When self-expression is censored it is taking away a person's first amendment rights."

Regarding Spears, sophomor, Amber Taylor, marketing major, said "Britney should be censored because the target audience is too young to understand that it is publicity." Then again Friel said, "If a person doesn't like what they see then they should turn away. Britney is comfortable with herself and no one is standing over her telling her when she has pushed the envelope."

Their names: Maxim. And in with multipage spreads of Stuff. And FHM. And King. starlets in tiny bikinis. And Razor. Playboy readers offered a

They are not remotely liter- legendary excuse _ "I buy it for ary, nor do they show women the articles"_ for picking up the fully nude. Yet they magazine. The may be sounding a reason? The death knell for a politically incorstaple of American "Can you imagine a rect humor. "I

The whole censorship battle has been going on for about six decades, There have been numerous fights between artists, record labels, politicians and magazines since 20-year-old opening like the way they the 1960s the the magazine and, on write," 'says Tony • men's girlie maga- page 10 every month, Baldick, a 29- society. Some infamous controversial artists are Elvis Prestly, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Ozzy Osbourne, Prince, Madonna, NWA, Marilyn Manson and Eminem. zine. Hustler there's a picture of a year-old restaufounder Larry 77-year-old man?" rant manager. "In Flynt concedes that England, where most of his corpo- -Samir Husni Maxim and other ration's income British "laddie" now comes from magazines mushmovies that his roomed in the company produces past decade, the and his casinos. editorial content focused prima-

Maxim, FHM and Stuff_ the rily on three topics: women, top three newcomers _ sell a soccer and beer. total of 5 million copies a "They write articles about month. While Playboy remains cool places and how to pick up the big dog, with 3,2 million girls and stuff," says Abraham readers each month, Maxim Wilson, 22, a computer-science isn't far behind, with 2.5 mil- major at the University of lion, Central Florida. "Maxim will "Fifty percent of Playboy's go to colleges and ask college demographic is 35 and older," students questions. I don't see says Neil Morgan, amarketing Playboy doing that." professor at the University of Total nudity, some men say, North Carolina. " isn't necessarily better, Women

"Playboy's your father's are "sexier with some clothes pornography, not yours," says on," says Abraham Yacoub, 22, Gail Dines, sociology professor another University of Central at Boston's Wheelock College. Florida student. Sure," says The magazine's biggest Husni. "You don't feel -guilty problem is founder Hugh looking at those magazines, Hefner himself. And you don't have to worry if "Can you imagine a 20-year- your girlfriend is coming into old opening the magazine and, the room.

In a recent issue of Rolling Stone magazine, Britney Spears graced the cover in scanty clothing. The pictures caused a big controversy and yet again brought up the question - is there enough censorship today? There were so many reactions to this question. Some people ~aid there / I S enough censorship, some people said there is not enough and some said it just could not be done. Sophomore Chris Friel, a religious studies major, said, "Censorship has gotten better over the past 50 years. Parents should be teaching their children how to react to what they see on television and what they hear on the radio."

On the other hand, sophomore Lauren Walker said, "If people continue to complain about the influence music has on others then there is not it's nottoo.lateto do a Fall2003Co-op r.uit ,- «p~~k-m,palll« 1DO'tia*#,U.•~-~Whu:m,-it1o.abom-i$.? ,:;.,.c0-0t. "'"·~-.!linl~ ~,:~t.O"tfUt

There are artists today who have controversial CDs instead of controversial appearances. For example, there have been several groups that have been taken off store shelves because of suggestive artwork and song titles. Taylor and Friel agreed with the fact that none of the CDs should be taken off the shelf and instead have a section for controversial music. Junior Steph Mossa, social work major said, "It's ok to take the music off the helf because little kids shouldn't e exposed to those types of CD nd music." Mindrich says, "It •sn 't really fair but it is the stores hoice, however, it is a form of disrimination."

If record stores did decide to create a section for suggestive material wouldn't that just boost sales for these artists? Mindrich and Taylor believe that the separation would help artist with their sales. Taylor said, ':""fhosethat rebel are going to buy the music and those that aren't rebellious just want to know what the artist is saying that is so bad."

On the flipside of the coin Mossa says, "Logically people would think because the artist is a rebel they may not be liked by many therefore, no CDs would be purchased. However, teenagers are buying the artists' music for enjoyment and not necessarily the controversy."

. The photo of Britney Spears used in this article is from the cover of the October 2, 2003, issue 932, of Rolling Stone Magazine.

Local singer-songwriter comes to Cabrini

CECELIA FRANCISCO STAFF WRITER CAF722@CABRINI .EDU

Philadelphia local singersongwriter McGowan is relocating to the west coast to further his music career but not before giving his favorite college hot spot, Cabrini one last Hoorah. He drew a moderate crowd during Tuesday night's heavy storm.

McGowan just recently finished a year long tour with Australian performer Ben Lee. The tour spanned the United States and carried over into Australia. McGowan is not resting on his laurels though.

"The next tour kicks off the middle of next week," McGowan said about the next leg of the tour in which California rock band Phantom Planet has been added to the tour bill

Fans in the Cabrini College theatre on Tuesday night were privy to McGowan's last small local show in the area until the tour returns to the Theatre of the Living Arts on November 9th.

"Since high school I've been performing." McGowan said, "I've been writing songs since basically I could bang on pillows."

Though recording industry personnel have approached him, McGowan's been taking it in stride.

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"I'm kind of just biding my time and enjoying it as I go. I haven't really been pushing anything," McGowan said. "But every now and then I do get a record exec. who will give me 'you're doing a good job kid, keep it up,' type of thing."

CDs and stickers reading 'who the hell is McGowan' were available along with a sign-up sheet for his mailing list.

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used to watch the Smurfs. How could a person not fall in love with those cute little blue men?"

"See, I didn't like Tom and Remember sitting in front of Jerry, nor the Smurfs," sophoa huge screen on Saturday more Alicia Pesce said. "I liked morning with your little feet My Little Pony."

dangling off the sofa, anticipat- Today there are no cartoons ing the string of car- such as The Smurfs toons with milk running or My Little Pony. down the side of yc°ur "K'd I Instead, there is 1 scan re ate mouth from your h Recess, The Proud more to t e cartoons Captam Crunch, Frmty h d Family, and The t at are out to ay· Pebbles, Apple Jacks, or h ' P o w e r P u f f t ey are more whatever sugar coated ti d 1 1.,,,, Girls.Cartoons have ocuse on rea 11e cereal you preferred? changed with the This scenario could be generation. Alicia Pesce familiar to a lot of us here at Cabrini.

Those animated characters were eye catching then and still are now. " Tom and Jerry was definitely my favorite cartoon," sophomore Tiffany Dublin said. "l was always interested to see how Jerry was going to defeat Tom."

"No, I didn't like Tom and Jerry too much," Danielle Glaves, sophomore, said," I

"Kids can relate more to the cartoons that are out today," Pesce said. "They are focused more on real life, unlike Tom and Jerry."

"Cartoons like the Proud Family and Sponge Bob teaches the kid the importance of family and friends," Glaves said. "And that's what matters. Maybe these positive cartoons will cut down on half of the violence in our crazy society."

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A~GELINA WAGNER STAFF WRITER/WEB EDITOR AMW722@CABRINI.EDC

You have 48 hours until this self-destructs. At least this is how the new EZ-D will work for consumers. It is a new type of DVD that will disc will become unreadable and will no longer work. There is the same sound and quality that is available on a normal DVD. However, it has a short life span. tion points for their EZ-Ds. is that after 48 hours, the disc will become unreadable and will no longer work. www.STSTRAVEL.com

Once the package seal is broken, the disc begins to deteriorate by changing slowly from red to black. Because it is exposed to air, an oxidation process begins, which eventually makes it unreadable to the laser on a DVD player. If the disc is kept in the package, it is guaranteed to last for at least one year.

"In theory it's a good idea but in reality it might not work,"Jaci Fox, junior history/political science major, said. The companies involved in this creation had the idea in mind that many people just want to watch a movie without the hassle of having to return it to the store.

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When the disc does become unreadable there are a few options that one could do with the EZ-D. The EZ-D is made of a polycarbonate material, which is recyclable according to Environmental Protection Agency standards. Buena Vista Entertainment and Flexplay have worked on different options in order to recycle these discs. Consumers are able to print a postage prepaid electronic label, request a postage prepaid mailer to be sent, participate in an incentive program, or get callee-

The new discs are only available right now in Texas, South Carolina, Illinois and Missouri. One will be able to find these EZ-Ds in a variety oflocations in a selection of titles. Even though some have compared this to DIVX, which were special discs to be played in special players, these EZ-Ds are different. EZD's are different because they play in standard DVD players unlike DIVX.

The price range for the EZ-Ds will be between $5 to $8. They are intended to be sold at drugstores, retail outlets and convenience stores. The new disposable DVDs will not be making it harder for pirated movies, but by making DVDs cheaper it may help cut back on illegal copying. The environmental concerns are making some consumers wonder whether or not this would be such a beneficial idea. The new discs may be convenient for everyone but is really worth it in the long run? Fox said, "I don't think anyone would spend that much money in a couple of days when you could join a DVD club where it would last much longer."

Whether this is a way to regain consumers that rental companies have lost or never had, there is some criticism about whether EZ-Ds are all that they are cracked up to be. Even with the fear that eventually VHS will become obsolete, it still leaves the market open to those who want to venture beyond their rental late fees.

For more information about EZ-Ds, visit: http://wwwez-d.com

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"Bouncing of the Walls" by Sugarcult blares through the corridor of the second floor of Founder's Hall. People are running in and out of the radio studio preparing to go live. The energy is high and spirits are soaring.

Cabrini College's radio station, 89.l WYBF The Bum, is on-air three days a week with a variety of shows for everyone's tastes. With Villanova being in such close proximity, 89.1 is shared between the two colleges. But, according to Krista Mazzeo, the general manager and a 1998 graduate of Cabrini, there is rarely interference between the two schools.

Some college's radio stations are meant for just fun. Cabrini, however, is meant for both work and play. Being apart of the radio station earns college credits. One receives; one credit for the training, one credit for participation and working, and two credits if one is involved with the executive staff. To be a part of the radio station and have your own show there is a one week training program. This is open to all students who are interested. As far as internships, Mazzeo said that she helps students get internships with her connections with commercial stations.

"Everyone is really upbeat. Especially the night shows. They are super energetic. Their friends' call in and are instant messaging. It's a morale booster," Mazzeo said. Wayne MacDowell, who has his show "Local Show with Wayne," said, "I love it. I never leave it. It gives me a reason to live. Never have I been so proud to be apart of something as I am with WYBF." Not only do the show hosts have a good time but the guests do as well. Katy Kidell, a consistent guest on "The Random Show" with Dave Erlich and MacDowell, said, "It's fun. I talk a lot so it works for me and I'm with my friends. I do it because it's fun." Bobby Maro, a DJ at the radio station, said, " It's great, there's no format except for breaks. I get to play whatever I want." The radio station also contributes to choosing a career. Maro said that he would like to be a disc jockey as a second job and maybe own a record label. All the radio shows are unique in their own way.

"Late Night Testosterone," is a show about guys saying guy things. They are all about fun. Everyone is happy and laughing.

With a giant wall of CDs, the hosts of the various shows prepare the nights' play lists and start their journey into the rooms all around campus. Mazzeo said, ''WYBF has something for everybody, a lot of diverse music. It's definitely a fun part of going to Cabrini."

Rich Gallo, coordinator and assistant promotion director at the- River 94. 7, explains his encounters with the raaio ana televison world.

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Imagine rubbing elbows with celebrities like PDiddy, Kevin Bacon or Jessica Simpson. Rich Gallo does not have to imagine it. He lives it.

Since his graduation from Temple University in 1994, Gallo has worked in both television and radio. His first job was at QVC working behind the camera and as the product coordinator. Unfortunately, Gallo was part of an employee cut back. Before leaving QVC, though, someone told him that Q 102 was looking to fill a part time position in promotions. Gallo applied for the job and began working shortly thereafter.

While at Q 102, Gallo became a radio personality known as "Rich the freak." Gallo says that he was "like Gary on Howard Stem." He was not one of the main DJs, but he would throw in his two cents. While working at Q 102, Gallo also worked part time for UPN

Currently. Gallo is the event coordinator and Not only bas be met and mingled with some of assistant promotion director at The River 94.7. As the Hollywood's best. but he also gets free food and drinks event coordinator, Gallo goes to different promotions, when the station covers Monday night football at a local like the kind held at malls or at a concert, and is respon- bar and restaurant. And who could complain about getsible for making everything run smoothly. From deal- ting to go to work in jeans and a T-shirt? ing with location managers to making sure that every- His advice to anyone venturing into the field thing is set up correctly, his job is to guarantee that of communications is to make contacts. That is how everyone involved with the promotion is satisfied. Gallo made his career moves, by word of mouth not by

The assistant promotion director portion of his the job section in the daily paper. "Don't give up. It job is more office related. Gallo writes liners for the can take awhile," Gallo said. It took Gallo awhile to get air. Liners are note cards for DJs to use when telling to where he his today, but he never lost his persistence. about an upcoming appearance they will make. Gallo Gallo feels that internships always help. As assistant also writes value added letters. He writes to organiza- promotions director, Gallo deals with internships. tions making deals such as a pair of tickets for x amount of advertisement.

If you are interested in an internship with The

The irony is that when Gallo applied to work at River 94.7, you can contact Rich Gallo on his cell Q 102, he was only looking for a temporary job until he phone at 215-805-2100 or by e-mail at could find another job in television. Eight years later Richardgallo@clearchannel.com. For more informahe is still working in radio.

"You never really do the same thing twice," tion, go to river94 7.com.

If you are i-nterestedin an internshipwith The River 94.7 you can contact Rich Gallo on his cell phoneat 215805-2100 r by e-mai at· Richardgallo@clearchannel.co

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