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A call from New York

#1 Post by Bob78164 » Wed May 14, 2014 2:30 pm

I just got a call from Millionaire. They want another Skype interview with me. At least they know I'm still in the Contestant Pool. --Bob
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#2 Post by Vandal » Wed May 14, 2014 2:48 pm

Great news, Bob!

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#3 Post by TheConfessor » Wed May 14, 2014 3:29 pm

That sounds like a good omen. If they want "another Skype interview," are you saying that there was a previous one? What were the circumstances? I didn't know WWTBAM did Skype interviews. Good luck!

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#4 Post by Bob Juch » Wed May 14, 2014 3:45 pm

Bob78164 wrote:I just got a call from Millionaire. They want another Skype interview with me. At least they know I'm still in the Contestant Pool. --Bob
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Re: A call from New York

#5 Post by Bob78164 » Wed May 14, 2014 4:31 pm

TheConfessor wrote:That sounds like a good omen. If they want "another Skype interview," are you saying that there was a previous one? What were the circumstances? I didn't know WWTBAM did Skype interviews. Good luck!
I posted about it last August. They told me they'd lost the video from my Las Vegas audition and wanted to do another video interview via Skype. The AP I spoke to ended up not being able to figure out how to make it work on her end so my interview was audio-only. She carefully assured me throughout the process, though, that I am, and remain, in the Pool. --Bob
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Re: A call from New York

#6 Post by MarleysGh0st » Wed May 14, 2014 6:25 pm

Bob78164 wrote:
TheConfessor wrote:That sounds like a good omen. If they want "another Skype interview," are you saying that there was a previous one? What were the circumstances? I didn't know WWTBAM did Skype interviews. Good luck!
I posted about it last August. They told me they'd lost the video from my Las Vegas audition and wanted to do another video interview via Skype. The AP I spoke to ended up not being able to figure out how to make it work on her end so my interview was audio-only. She carefully assured me throughout the process, though, that I am, and remain, in the Pool. --Bob
That's a great sign that you're still actively under consideration!

Perhaps you'll be the first BB to appear with WWTBAM's new host?

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#7 Post by BackInTex » Wed May 14, 2014 8:54 pm

Congrats and good luck!
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#8 Post by macrae1234 » Thu May 15, 2014 8:01 am

Finally a shark in with all the little fishes and a reason to watch even if it's only for an episode. Good Luck my friend
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Re: A call from New York

#9 Post by Bob78164 » Thu May 15, 2014 8:31 am

macrae1234 wrote:Finally a shark in with all the little fishes and a reason to watch even if it's only for an episode. Good Luck my friend
I have Skype loaded on my phone and a screen name. I hope I can figure out how to use it when the call comes in. --Bob
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#10 Post by Bob Juch » Thu May 15, 2014 9:42 am

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macrae1234 wrote:Finally a shark in with all the little fishes and a reason to watch even if it's only for an episode. Good Luck my friend
I have Skype loaded on my phone and a screen name. I hope I can figure out how to use it when the call comes in. --Bob
When a call comes in it should just popup and ask if you want to answer. Then you're live. Call me if you want to test; I'm bob.juch.
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Re: A call from New York

#11 Post by Bob78164 » Thu May 15, 2014 10:07 am

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macrae1234 wrote:Finally a shark in with all the little fishes and a reason to watch even if it's only for an episode. Good Luck my friend
I have Skype loaded on my phone and a screen name. I hope I can figure out how to use it when the call comes in. --Bob
When a call comes in it should just popup and ask if you want to answer. Then you're live. Call me if you want to test; I'm bob.juch.
Thanks. There were some technical issues but we got through them.

We had a nice conversation, which fortuitously dropped (on his end, not mine) just as he asked me a question ("I don't know if you remember what you said on your application -- what's something you do that makes people laugh?") that left me at a loss for words. He called back on my regular phone and said that the five minutes of conversation he already had were enough. He said nice things, and that he's passing the interview along to his supervising producer, and that I might hear from them in a couple of weeks. Taping starts late June or early July.

I'm cautiously optimistic, but (as we lawyers say) the settlement isn't final until everyone's signed. Wish me luck! --Bob
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#12 Post by tlynn78 » Thu May 15, 2014 10:38 am

Bob78164 wrote:
Bob Juch wrote:
Bob78164 wrote:I have Skype loaded on my phone and a screen name. I hope I can figure out how to use it when the call comes in. --Bob
When a call comes in it should just popup and ask if you want to answer. Then you're live. Call me if you want to test; I'm bob.juch.
Thanks. There were some technical issues but we got through them.

We had a nice conversation, which fortuitously dropped (on his end, not mine) just as he asked me a question ("I don't know if you remember what you said on your application -- what's something you do that makes people laugh?") that left me at a loss for words. He called back on my regular phone and said that the five minutes of conversation he already had were enough. He said nice things, and that he's passing the interview along to his supervising producer, and that I might hear from them in a couple of weeks. Taping starts late June or early July.

I'm cautiously optimistic, but (as we lawyers say) the settlement isn't final until everyone's signed. Wish me luck! --Bob

Excellent news! Fingers crossed!
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Re: A call from New York

#13 Post by Bob Juch » Thu May 15, 2014 12:45 pm

Bob78164 wrote:
Bob Juch wrote:
Bob78164 wrote:I have Skype loaded on my phone and a screen name. I hope I can figure out how to use it when the call comes in. --Bob
When a call comes in it should just popup and ask if you want to answer. Then you're live. Call me if you want to test; I'm bob.juch.
Thanks. There were some technical issues but we got through them.

We had a nice conversation, which fortuitously dropped (on his end, not mine) just as he asked me a question ("I don't know if you remember what you said on your application -- what's something you do that makes people laugh?") that left me at a loss for words. He called back on my regular phone and said that the five minutes of conversation he already had were enough. He said nice things, and that he's passing the interview along to his supervising producer, and that I might hear from them in a couple of weeks. Taping starts late June or early July.

I'm cautiously optimistic, but (as we lawyers say) the settlement isn't final until everyone's signed. Wish me luck! --Bob
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#14 Post by macrae1234 » Thu May 15, 2014 3:08 pm

what's something you do that makes people laugh
if you are like me my partners laugh at some of my bridge auctions and say things "like I want the hand you were bidding" but seriously in your bridge milieu you must have bridge stories about who you played or how you played that are humorous to bridge players but greek to outsiders.
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#15 Post by ghostjmf » Thu May 15, 2014 5:13 pm

That they're seeking you out, & for the 2nd time (1st having been audio-only) sounds like very good news.

Best of luck.

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#16 Post by MarleysGh0st » Thu May 15, 2014 5:25 pm

Bob Juch wrote:
Bob78164 wrote:Wish me luck! --Bob
No, it's break a leg!
No, Bob is NOT an actor! And he's carrying the hopes of all the regular people who still dream of getting on this show without singing and dancing their way on.

Good luck, Bob!

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#17 Post by Bob Juch » Thu May 15, 2014 7:05 pm

MarleysGh0st wrote:
Bob Juch wrote:
Bob78164 wrote:Wish me luck! --Bob
No, it's break a leg!
No, Bob is NOT an actor! And he's carrying the hopes of all the regular people who still dream of getting on this show without singing and dancing their way on.

Good luck, Bob!
You still don't get it's show business. :(
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#18 Post by MarleysGh0st » Fri May 16, 2014 6:09 am

Bob Juch wrote:You still don't get it's show business. :(
To them, but not to us. :(

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#19 Post by Bob Juch » Fri May 16, 2014 7:16 am

MarleysGh0st wrote:
Bob Juch wrote:You still don't get it's show business. :(
To them, but not to us. :(
And that's why you've never gotten on the show. :(
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#20 Post by ten96lt » Sun May 18, 2014 1:11 pm

MarleysGh0st wrote:
Bob Juch wrote:
Bob78164 wrote:Wish me luck! --Bob
No, it's break a leg!
No, Bob is NOT an actor! And he's carrying the hopes of all the regular people who still dream of getting on this show without singing and dancing their way on.

Good luck, Bob!
No pressure though! :D

Good luck!

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#21 Post by jarnon » Thu May 29, 2014 1:53 pm

Bob78164 wrote:Taping starts late June or early July.
The Millionaire website now confirms this.
MillionaireTV wrote:Attend a LIVE TAPING of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and get a chance to be on the show!

If you live in the CONNECTICUT/NEW YORK area and would like FREE tickets to attend a live taping, please contact us below.

WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE STUDIO LOCATION:
Connecticut Film Center, LLC
300 Stillwater Ave.
Stamford, CT 06902

When does the show tape?

Millionaire tapes at different times all during the week. So, just sign up and an audience representative will contact you regarding the taping options!

How old do I need to be to attend?

Everyone in your party needs to be at least 18 years old. Everyone must have proof of age, such as a license, passport or birth certificate.

How do I get my tickets? You will receive your ticket via email. All the information regarding your tape day and time will be located at the top. Please review all the information and bring this with you to the taping.

Is there a DRESS CODE?
Yes! Our dress code is UPSCALE/CASUAL. Think Stylish…Think Classy…Think SOLID BRIGHT COLORS. We ask the audience to refrain from wearing all white or all black colors. NO LOGOS/WRITING on any clothing will be permitted. No hats, sunglasses, flip-flops, tank tops, cut-offs, shorts, t-shirts, baggy clothing, coordinating outfits or DARK COLORS will not be allowed. Expect to be seen on camera!

If you also want to audition to be a contestant:
To become a Millionaire contestant, you must pass the Millionaire audition. An audition consists of a written test, and IF you pass the test, a personal interview with a representative of the show. If you pass the audition process, you will be placed in the Contestant Pool and will be available for selection to play the game on a future show.

To audition, you must be 18 years or older and a resident of the 50 United States or District of Columbia. People wishing to audition must NEVER have made it to the “hot seat” on either the network or syndicated Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, and must meet all eligibility requirements. For complete eligibility requirements, please see the Official Rules. Game Sponsors reserve the right to limit the number of times a person may attempt to qualify for the show.

Where is the best place to park?

FREE parking is available at the taping location. Please follow the signs for MILLIONAIRE parking when you arrive.

SEE YOU AT WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE!
The dates posted so far are June 22, June 26 to 28, June 30, July 1 to 3, and July 5. The first date is usually a dress rehearsal (especially this year, with a new host and studio, plus it's a Sunday). Good luck on getting the Call!
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#22 Post by MarleysGh0st » Thu May 29, 2014 8:02 pm

MillionaireTV wrote:Is there a DRESS CODE?
...coordinating outfits or DARK COLORS will not be allowed.
So Regis wouldn't be allowed in the audience? :P

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#23 Post by jarnon » Thu May 29, 2014 8:58 pm

Info on studio audience tickets is now on FB. But the Bored broke the story first!
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#24 Post by MarleysGh0st » Thu May 29, 2014 9:09 pm

jarnon wrote:SEE YOU AT WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE!
The dates posted so far are June 22, June 26 to 28, June 30, July 1 to 3, and July 5. The first date is usually a dress rehearsal (especially this year, with a new host and studio, plus it's a Sunday). Good luck on getting the Call![/quote]

It's interesting that they'll be taping on Saturdays (June 28, July 5) now.

So, for those who theoretically might consider taking the trip, what else is there to do in the Stamford area?

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#25 Post by goongas » Thu May 29, 2014 10:14 pm

I have been to this nature center there, where there are trails. I wasn't there long enough to give a good enough opinion of it. http://www.stamfordmuseum.org/overbrook.html They are going to have a hard time getting an audience. I suspect they may have to pay actor's union members and bus them there.

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