Chaos Under The Big Top: The College Years
-Sex, Drugs, and Midterms-
Exclusive Interview with
Creator / Writer / Protagonist
Mr. JiMBO Esquire
SEASON THREE
You can thank all the JiMBO fans for Season 3 of The College Years. While conducting the 1st Annual CUTBT Viewer's Choice Awards, one of the categories asked for thematic suggestions for the new season. The most popular themes were Fun & Games, Fighting Back, Changes, and Dreams, and I tried to my best to incorporate each of these themes into Season 3. Also, I wanted to push the limits even more, so much that a messy publicity stunt resulted in a heartwrenching, uncensored episode. It's a much shorter season only because I didn't want to repeat all the topics I covered in previous seasons.SEASON THREE THEME SONG: Numb - P!NK
ALTERNATE THEME SONG: Play With Fire (Vission Mix) - Hilary Duff
AWARDS: Honored as "The Best Of LiveJournal" by LJ Top (2006)
FAVORITE EPISODES: Damsel In Distress, Play With Fire, Sexual Evolution (aka BiCurious George), Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Rice Lady & JiMBO, Time To DV8!
Episode 3.02 - "BlowOut" (7.17.2006)
Q: In this episode, you mentioned Project Runway. What did you think of the Season 3 finale?
A: Uli was robbed at that fashion show! I mean, really, who did Jeffrey have to sleep with in order to win? His designs were nothing special, but at least they were better than Michael's. I liked Michael but his final designs were disappointingly tacky. What was he smokin' when he made all his runway models wear chunky gold cummerbunds and sequined tops. EWW!
Episode 3.03 - "I'm A Mac & He's A PC" (8.26.2006)Q: Has your relationship with Billy improved or suffered since moving in together?
A: Both, actually. The old saying is definitely true: you don't know someone until you live together. Although I enjoy his company, I see him way too often now. Plus, he's the only man who has seen all the maintenance it takes to keep me from looking like the cryptkeeper each morning. And I have witnessed firsthand his strange sleeping habits, mainly snoring, moaning, and babbling incoherently. The only thing I miss is us making public appearances together; that was always fun last year. But all in all, most days are filled with delightful conversation and merriment while other nights, I've considered draping a plastic bag over his head and stapling it! That'll teach him not to snore, Muahahaha!
Q: Tough love. *smiles* So, do you sleep on the top or bottom bunk?
A: Top, as always. It's such a tight fit up there that I literally have to cartwheel out of bed every morning. I'm amazed I haven't accidentally missed the metal frame and snapped my ankle on the floor.
Q: Since you're around him so much, does he ever pop up in your dreams?
A: Not really. Back in April, I dreamt we went to Janelle's party together and had a good time. Surprisingly, I end up in his subconscious quite a bit. He has these recurring dreams of us living together but in a different location, like the roof or a discotheque. Plus, there was the time he dreamt I was banging some hot surfer dude while he watched in resentment, LOL. That Silly Billy...
Episode 3.05 - "Damsel in Distress" (9.2.2006)
A: See that! That's why people think we're serial killers. Seriously, I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if either of us were secretly psychotic. Ever since middle school, I've woken up with little cuts on various places on my body and I always wondered, "What the hell do I do when I'm supposedly asleep?" Whenever he goes out on these internet hookups past 2 in the morning, I'm more worried about the guy he's with. I know Billy can take care of himself, so I don't get worried until the clock strikes 3:30; that's when it's time to call and make sure he's not tied up and locked in someone's basement... against his own will.
Episode 3.06 - "Sexual Evolution (aka BiCurious George)" (9.26.2006)
Q: Do you have sexual dreams often?
A: Not at all. That's why whenever I do, I take them very seriously and try my best to interpret them. Thanks to a dream I had in July, I knew for sure that I no longer had feelings for Danny. It was the only remotely sexual dream I ever had that involved him, and the entire thing reminded me of the shower scene from Psycho. It was in black-and-white, we were both emotionless, I remember looking in a mirror as I shaved his face from behind (an empty seduction) and then turning away, hopping into the shower, and feeling nothing despite all his sudden advances. Very creepy. Plus, I die a lot in my dreams, and since death is the ultimate orgasm, I guess technically I've had hundreds of sex dreams.
Q: Do you think you might be interested in women sexually?
A: Of course, I'm all about the chicks now. LOL, nah, I don't think I'm ever going to feel as much passion for women, although I'm constantly scouting ones I'd consider throwing into a three-way or fourgy. And whenever it does happen, I'm most attracted to women who have stereotypically masculine traits like brutal honesty and confidence about one's attractiveness.
Episode 3.07 - "Play With Fire" (9.12.2006)(EXPLICIT CONTENT)
Q: What did you do when you heard that voice message from Danny that night? Did you smash your phone on the pavement?
A: Nope, I saved it and listened to it whenever I started sympathizing with him. Gotta beat the Munchausen's. Too bad it expired before I had the chance to attach it to an online animation like I originally planned for a Season 3 special feature.
Q: Now that you aren't hearing those words on an endless loop, do you sympathize with him?
A: Somewhat. In all fairness, he's not the asshole I paint him to be; he must have some redeeming qualities. I'm a big believer in karma, and I hurt myself and waste my energy too much by hating someone. Most people I know either fall into the categories of love and apathy. I don't hate anyone at the moment, and I'd like to keep it that way.
Q: Did you ever expect him to react the way he did?A: Kinda. I was shocked that he chose to pick up the telephone for once. But after looking closely at the past, I realize how I was at fault--even though I didn't see the big picture at the time. It was the early days of FaceBook 2.0, I was importing my blog into the Notes section and I started tagging my entries with names, just as I do all the time on LiveJournal. I tagged Danny on 2 entries (Ridiculously Romantic & High School Confidential) and I realized that FaceBook would send him email notifying him. What I genuinely didn't know was that a link to these notes would appear in his mini-feed and could be read by anyone who could view his profile. And since I know he's not techno-savvy enough to know how to remove those stories, I understand why he'd panic now that everyone would see the truth. Frankly, this was just a publicity stunt that went awry.
Q: Don't you think it was cowardly to write an episode attacking him, knowing that he probably wouldn't read it?
A: That wasn't the case at all. The majority of this episode is taken from the email I sent to Danny that same night. I just cleaned up the language a bit. Other than that, it's the same uncensored email that was written in under 60 minutes real-time.
Q: Do you see yourself ever apologizing to him?
A: No, I'm not sorry for most of what I said. However, I would apologize for insulting him and assaulting his character--that was just cruel. Even if I do see those faults in him, I didn't have to point 'em out. But once again, let's get back to reality. He would never approach me because he thinks I'm psychotic; I wouldn't approach him because he just might be right. Seriously, a couple of weeks ago in the CUB, we locked eyes across the room and he literally ran the other way. Besides, I don't even wanna be friends with him; I just don't feel like being enemies. Too much effort. Plus, I always make the first move and I had the last word, so I don't want him to think I'm still remotely interested by trying to make amends.
Episode 3.08 - "Let's Groove Tonight!" (11.3.2006)Q: Since you've had so much fun performing in the past, do you think you'll choreograph any dance numbers at this year's recital?
A: Well... I have choreographed acrobatic fight scenes and solo dances since middle school, but I'm not comfortable choreographing for a big group just yet. I've seriously considered performing an L.A. Hip-Hop solo number, most likely set to a techno song.
Q: As a man, are you at all embarrassed to be in Dance Ensemble?
A: No, but if I wasn't such a perfectionist, then I probably would be insecure about it. I think the audience really appreciates the dedication and effort we all put into our dancing.
Episode 3.09 - "Time to DV8!" (11.5.2006)Q: What's your favorite party game?
A: TWiSTER, OWWW! The Newlywed Game comes in second followed by Dance Dance Revolution.
Q: Sweet. Are there any games you'd like to try?
A: You know what, I've always wanted to try Truth or Dare Jenga, but I always stop myself from buying 'cause it looks lame. Seriously, one of the dares is "Dance with a broom." Pfft, that's nothing! "Shove a broom up your ass," now that's entertainment!
Q: In your 8 years of party hosting, what has been your all-time favorite Halloween party moment?A: Let's see, this one's from 2003 (Shock Ya Mind): In yet another Newlywed Game challenge, the contestants faced off, playing Celebrity Deathmatch for PS2. Jeff, a proud button masher kicked everyone’s butts as Justin Timberlake by performing the same combination over and over and over again. It was refreshing to see all the avid gamers defeated by a button masher.
Q: Back to the topic of Halloween, what would you say are your all-time favorite horror movies?
A: Well, first I'd have to say Candyman then Wrong Turn then Hostel then Carrie.
Q: Who are your favorite horror directors?
A: I admire Alfred Hitchcock (big fan of Alfred Hitchcock Presents...), Wes Craven's earlier work (A Nightmare On Elm Street, Scream) and Eli Roth's pretty hot nowadays (Saw, Hostel).
Episode 3.11 - "60 Seconds In Apollonia" (12.6.2006)
Q: What's the meaning behind the title?
A: In ancient Greece, Apollo was the god of the Sun and represented extreme beauty and vanity--two qualities often associated with the arts--I decided to deem the land of singing and dancing Apollonia. And it took me about 60 seconds to go line-by-line through the entire episode.
Q: Why did you end with this episode?
A: I had attended A LOT of artsy events over a course of 9 days, and I didn't want to ignore them. Plus, this season I never really mention Band even though it has been and continues to be a big part of my life.
Got questions? Send 'em in and as always, I'll give you an honest answer. :-D
I'd prefer postings directly on the blog--that way if someone else has the same question, I can get a 2-for-1 deal. PeaceOut, JiMBOEsq!
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