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Olympics
Posted: 30 Jun 2012, 14:46
by biffvernon
Here's somethng Olympic-related actually worth getting involved in:
http://www.greenwashgold.org/
Vote for the Greenwash Gold 2012!
Which dodgy company most deserves the Greenwash Gold medal in 2012? Who is covering up the most environmental destruction and devastating the most communities while pretending to be a good corporate citizen by sponsoring the Olympic games?
With so many controversial companies providing sponsorship, it’s a pretty tough call to make, but we've shortlisted three and we're enlisting your help to choose who gets the dishonour.
Watch the three short animations on Dow, BP and Rio Tinto and cast your vote as to who you think should receive the Greenwash Gold Medal.
Tell your friends on Facebook and Twitter who you voted for and why.
During the Olympics, we’ll announce the winner and award Gold, Silver and Bronze medals to the three companies.
Posted: 30 Jun 2012, 17:43
by emordnilap
Tried voting. Message displayed said, 'Could not instantiate mail function.'
Posted: 30 Jun 2012, 18:17
by SleeperService
Same here. Tried three addresses on two seperate services
Posted: 30 Jun 2012, 21:47
by the_lyniezian
I should award a prize for Daftest Contrived Link to the Olympics.
Why can't we just cut out the hype and just leave it at the actual sport, the actual event, and no more?
Posted: 30 Jun 2012, 22:46
by JohnB
the_lyniezian wrote:I should award a prize for Daftest Contrived Link to the Olympics.
Why can't we just cut out the hype and just leave it at the actual sport, the actual event, and no more?
Where's the profit and opportunity to move closer to a police state in the mad idea of treating it just as sport?
East London residents opposed to plans to site surface-to-air missiles on roofs for added security during the Olympics, are to march through Bow.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-18658190
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 09:17
by nexus
Where's the profit and opportunity to move closer to a police state in the mad idea of treating it just as sport?
+1 we're a very long way from the 'Olympic ideals' now.
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 09:22
by nexus
BTW the most ludicrous Olympic sponsorship/tie in has to go to Max Factor
Games' official beauty look revealed
Max Factor has unveiled the official make-up look of the London Olympic and Paralympic Games 2012.
Created by award-winning make-up artist and Max Factor UK ambassador Caroline Barnes, the 'Sports Chic' make-up look will be worn by all female athlete and presenter escorts during the 805 victory ceremonies at the 2012 Games, where athletes are presented with their medals.
As you would expect, the Sports Chic beauty look begins with a natural, healthy glow created using Max Factor’s Lasting Performance Foundation, which is then enhanced with regal purple and gold hues inspired by the official costumes designed by Royal College of Art students.
<looks for, but can't find puking emoticon>
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 09:23
by nexus
I might take back the last post, at least they're not purveyors of crappy food like the other sponsors, coke, maccyD's et al
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 11:15
by JohnB
nexus wrote:<looks for, but can't find puking emoticon>
That's why I've got one on my web space. It's not difficult for the Admins to add one!
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 11:17
by JohnB
nexus wrote:I might take back the last post, at least they're not purveyors of crappy food like the other sponsors, coke, maccyD's et al
But it could help to disguise the spots and poor complexion caused by crappy food!
Posted: 01 Jul 2012, 11:43
by biffvernon
I've just been talking to someone who actually went to see the torch - 40 police bikes and massive lorries advertising global corporates and free cola being given to the kids - couldn't see the guy in the wheelchair carrying the torch. Yuk.
Posted: 10 Jul 2012, 15:40
by biffvernon
Posted: 10 Jul 2012, 16:31
by energy-village
biffvernon wrote:I've just been talking to someone who actually went to see the torch - 40 police bikes and massive lorries advertising global corporates and free cola being given to the kids - couldn't see the guy in the wheelchair carrying the torch. Yuk.
Yep. Plus 13,000 troops on the streets of London and cruise missiles on buildings. All leaves a nasty taste in the mouth. Normalising what should not be normalised.
Posted: 10 Jul 2012, 16:53
by Tarrel
Can't see it without logging into Twitbook.
Posted: 11 Jul 2012, 14:14
by biffvernon