Guest nona Posted July 30, 2011 Posted July 30, 2011 Yeah, I just can't get past the hair. Not a matter of prejudice, simply a perception that anyone of his age who styles himself so provocatively, may likely be an in-your-face-I'm-right-you're-wrong sort of guy. I believe that such a person may be so tied to their own preconceptions/contrarian attitude that they might not be completely objective. Worst case, he's simply a peacock and his involvement will be more about himself than the subject of study. It's not his appearance that bothers me, it's the attitude that leads to his appearance that concerns me. Talk about not judging a book by its cover. Your finally statement seems a bit self contradicting. His relationship with other Bigfoot enthusiast such as Dr. Meldrum would suggest he's at least open to the idea.
Guest nona Posted July 30, 2011 Posted July 30, 2011 The interview has been removed. That's odd. I just clicked on that link and then on the green play button and the interview popped up. You have to wait for a few minutes however before they actually get in to it. In my opinion it seemed quite informative.
JDL Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 (edited) Talk about not judging a book by its cover. Your finally statement seems a bit self contradicting. His relationship with other Bigfoot enthusiast such as Dr. Meldrum would suggest he's at least open to the idea. My final statement was consistent. The hair, to me, is a red flag, not because of the appearance, but because of the attitude it indicates. Call it gut instinct informed by thirty-three years of leadership and management experience. I won't knock this guy's technical expertise, but what is his record as a team player? A relationship with Meldrum may indicate that he can work well with a peer, but how does this guy respond when he's not "in charge" of the whole group? Will he pursue his own agenda? I'll reserve the right to adjust my opinion if I should ever meet this guy and determine first-hand that he's ok, but I haven't gotten that impression from the shows I've seen him on so far. Let's just say that given two otherwise equal resumes with pictures, I'd likely not pick this guy. In the converse, are you telling me that a bigfoot show producer doesn't look at this guy when selecting his "experts" and say "Oh! Oh! Let's use the guy with the mohawk!"? I've been wrong before on things like this, but far less often than I've been right. Edited July 31, 2011 by JDL
Doc Holliday Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 Yeah the mohawk might be an indicator,but seems to me a great professor probably wouldn't need to tattoo cheat notes on his arm...................just sayin'...
JDL Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 Yeah the mohawk might be an indicator,but seems to me a great professor probably wouldn't need to tattoo cheat notes on his arm...................just sayin'... Perfect
Guest Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 Mulder, could you please specify one of these statements you are referring to? Not off the top of my head. It's been awhile since I paid any attention to him, esp after that flap about him "losing" material sent to him for analysis by BF researchers. This got discussed as a sidebar issue last year in another thread, IIRC.
Guest Kerchak Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 Yeah, I just can't get past the hair. Not a matter of prejudice, simply a perception that anyone of his age who styles himself so provocatively, may likely be an in-your-face-I'm-right-you're-wrong sort of guy. I believe that such a person may be so tied to their own preconceptions/contrarian attitude that they might not be completely objective. Worst case, he's simply a peacock and his involvement will be more about himself than the subject of study. It's not his appearance that bothers me, it's the attitude that leads to his appearance that concerns me. Hehe that's exactly the kind of thing I was getting at earlier. Spot on.
Guest nona Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 It's not his appearance that bothers me, it's the attitude that leads to his appearance that concerns me. Well, I'm assuming you don't know him personally. I'm also assuming you don't know for a fact the exact reasons which led to his appearance. So, if you cannot see contradiction of your statement... Well, then this will probably be lost on you as well.
Guest Grazhopprr Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 (edited) Mohawk guy? I'll take Dr. Irwin Corey over him, any day,,, Edited August 1, 2011 by Grazhopprr
Guest parnassus Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Yeah, I just can't get past the hair. Not a matter of prejudice, simply a perception that anyone of his age who styles himself so provocatively, may likely be an in-your-face-I'm-right-you're-wrong sort of guy. I believe that such a person may be so tied to their own preconceptions/contrarian attitude that they might not be completely objective. Worst case, he's simply a peacock and his involvement will be more about himself than the subject of study. It's not his appearance that bothers me, it's the attitude that leads to his appearance that concerns me. Worked at the same place since 1992 and risen through the ranks with considerable accomplishments, built a team.. . you raise the issue of whether or not you are prejudiced... Wadr, Isn't what you're saying pretty much the definition of prejudice?
Guest bsruther Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Jeff Corwin and Bill Nye...the science guy. First choice would have been Steve Irwin, but he's dead. Would have been great to hear him say "crikey, he's grumpy", as he's being pummeled with a ten inch log. 1
Doc Holliday Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 ..................... First choice would have been Steve Irwin, but he's dead. Would have been great to hear him say "crikey, he's grumpy", as he's being pummeled with a ten inch log. i enjoyed that bsr, pretty good ! i can imagine him poking a stick in a cave one too many times & ol' BF storms out & starts pounding him. i watched irwins show for the 1st time at my dads a few years ago & i said then , " this guy is gonna get himself killed sooner or later". too bad i was right, it was terrible for his family to be left w/out him,& he seemed like decent fellow.RIP.
JDL Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Worked at the same place since 1992 and risen through the ranks with considerable accomplishments, built a team.. . you raise the issue of whether or not you are prejudiced... Wadr, Isn't what you're saying pretty much the definition of prejudice? I believe that it is unacceptable to prejudge someone due to what they are based on their genetic makeup, or due to handicap. People cannot control these and other things. Is it unacceptable to judge someone, though, based on the actions they choose, or their chosen style? Would I be wrong to judge someone who chose to come to work naked? I would ask what prompts this person to work naked and then ask how that underlying psychology might impact the success of any given venture in which they are involved. Isn't this guy on the faculty of New York University in NYC? I would submit that he has found a successful niche for himself. And you do have a point that within this protected niche he has established a strong record. Still, given two equally qualified candidates, I would choose the one who adopts a more conventional and professional style. Now, I would choose this guy in a heartbeat if I were casting a show about people looking for bigfoot. The more off-beat the merrier.
Guest bsruther Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 i enjoyed that bsr, pretty good ! i can imagine him poking a stick in a cave one too many times & ol' BF storms out & starts pounding him. i watched irwins show for the 1st time at my dads a few years ago & i said then , " this guy is gonna get himself killed sooner or later". too bad i was right, it was terrible for his family to be left w/out him,& he seemed like decent fellow.RIP. The crazy thing about it is, I'm serious. IMO, the world of Bigfootery is filled with uptight people, many of which, have an overdeveloped sense of self importance. A guy like this, would be just the ticket, for bringing Bigfootery out of it's stodgy funk.
Doc Holliday Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 JDL has a valid point & isn't necessarily being predjudiced, imo. when i was much younger & my hair was much longer ( imagine mid to late '80's hair styles, i looked like a roadie reject for aerosmith) i was trying to find a job. despite references & referrals i couldn't get the time of day from most interviews, especially from older professional folks. i eventually cut my hair & my luck changed.hmmm.... Fast forward a few years to my current crew cut short hair & its completely different, ive had folks approach me to see if id come work for them.imagine that. now building a good reputation had a lot to do with some of that but my point is, professionally & personally image does count & many do judge a book by the cover.
Recommended Posts