From the MRW Water Cooler
Q: Mike,
It has just come to light that you are in People Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Men Alive’ issue (yeah…crazy, I know. That’s what I thought.) .
Do you have any concerns that this may reflect in a negative way on what you are trying to accomplish here or is all publicity good right now?
I really would hate for a brief mention in a magazine that is in essence only cotton candy for the brain, to make a negative impression on the people that you have been spending so much of your time discussing the serious issues of infrastructure and unemployment. – Grasshopper
Hi Grasshopper,
As I’ve said often, there is no accounting for taste.
“Do you have any concerns that this may reflect in a negative way on what you are trying to accomplish here or is all publicity good right now?”
I’ve sold things in the middle of the night on a home shopping network.
I’ve hosted infomercials and game shows.
People Magazine can’t hurt me.
“I really would hate for a brief mention in a magazine that is in essence only cotton candy for the brain, to make a negative impression on the people that you have been spending so much of your time discussing the serious issues of infrastructure and unemployment.”
A little sincerity can be a dangerous thing; a lot can be absolutely fatal. -Wilde
I think grasshopper, that the only people who can be truly offended by People Magazine, and those who take themselves very, very seriously. It’s funny though – I talked to the reporter for nearly an hour, mostly about this site. Should I be surprised or offended that no mention was made? Nah. There is no sensible response other than Aw shucks, and thanks.
Mike