NationStates Jolt Archive

OOC: This thread is for anyone who would like a character from their nation (a politician, a diplomat, a sports figure, anything...) to be interviewed by PINA (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Public_International_News_Ariddia). Simply indicate interest, and we can set up an RPed interview.

With Cluichstan entering the NS World Cup (http://z8.invisionfree.com/Antarctic_Paradise/index.php?showtopic=88&st=0&#last) for the first time, perhaps PINA might be interested in interviewing the nation's minister of sport and now manager of the national football team, Sheik Ecraep bin Cluich, or maybe team captain Drarreg. :D

Oh, PINA would love an interview with a Cluichstani! :D

To keep this thread uncluterred for OOC purposes, I'll start an interview thread.

Oh, PINA would love an interview with a Cluichstani! :D

Cluichstanis do tend to be interesting (read: mad). ;)

To keep this thread uncluterred for OOC purposes, I'll start an interview thread.

Sounds like a good idea.You can just use this thread to recruit potential interviewees.

And... two Cluichstanis invited, for twice the insanity! (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516640).

Would PINA be interested in interviewing the Big Man himself (i.e. Mobutu)? ;)

Of course! They'd be surprised if he accepted, though.

Awesome! This should be fun. (And Mobutu is full of surprises. :p)

Perhaps Rahmati (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Pareesa_Rahmati) could interview him? She's already in Zaïre. And her being a Parthian refugee could make things... interesting. ;)

Sounds good. :D

[OOC: I'd be cool if you wanted to interview anyone in my nation, honestly. I assume you really don't know my characters, so just pick a generic "subject" and I'll pull out one of my characters that fits. You want my Emperor? A leading General? A Sky Marshall? A Sports Hero? The Common Man? The Common Soldier? Something else? You decide. :) ]

Sounds good. :D

I'll start a thread in a few minutes. ;)

[OOC: I'd be cool if you wanted to interview anyone in my nation, honestly. I assume you really don't know my characters, so just pick a generic "subject" and I'll pull out one of my characters that fits. You want my Emperor? A leading General? A Sky Marshall? A Sports Hero? The Common Man? The Common Soldier? Something else? You decide. :) ]

It's really up to you. PINA can interview any type of person. A politician, someone involved in sports, a religious leader, a leading figure in the country's culture... Just suggest a character and let me know a few basics about him/her. :)

How about interviewing Ki-Par, the mayor of Fort Ben Degly, the most international city in Az-cz and the city with the most Ariddians living in it.

It's really up to you. PINA can interview any type of person. A politician, someone involved in sports, a religious leader, a leading figure in the country's culture... Just suggest a character and let me know a few basics about him/her. :)

Lol...I really don't care either. What type of person do you want? Or what type of person haven't you interviewed previously?

How about interviewing Ki-Par, the mayor of Fort Ben Degly, the most international city in Az-cz and the city with the most Ariddians living in it.

Sounds good! Just give me a mo'. In a few minutes I'll be starting on the Mobutu interview, then I'll see to Ki-Par.

Lol...I really don't care either. What type of person do you want? Or what type of person haven't you interviewed previously?

Well, it's been mostly politicians, and, in Cluichstan's case, sports personalities. So, anything else, really.

I'll start a thread in a few minutes. ;)

Cool, thanks. :)

The newly elected Chancellor, Gunther Rhinehart is willing to sit down for an interview.

General Edmund Duke, head of the Military Council, and veteran of at least a dozen wars, is willing to be interviewed. Other candidates include Great Leader/footballer Tobias Raynor, or Ron Santapa, who has covered the ESF sports and political goings for the Elven Times in the past 100 years.

Well, it's been mostly politicians, and, in Cluichstan's case, sports personalities. So, anything else, really.

Well...here's three options:

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General Jack Valkare: Valkare is the Supreme Commander of the Imperial Military. Famous for fighting amongst his troops in the Orion Civil War a decade ago, and leading from the battlefield and not from behind a desk, Valkare is considered one of the Empire's greatest war heroes, ever, which for the Empire, is saying a lot. Ironically, those who know him best say that while ever the soldier, Valkare is very un-military like and personable to say the least.

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Sky Marshall Michael Zephyr: Michael Zephyr is the Sky Marshall of the Imperial Star Fleet, making him the second in command of the Imperial Military. The youngest Sky Marshall ever when he was promoted to the position, he is viewed with contempt by many for being a "third side" in the Civil War until ultimately uniting with the Resistance, which would go on to win. Internatioally, he is perhaps best known for his absolute hatred of the Sol system, and Earth in particular.

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Lord Lusec Apakoh: Hailing from the royal Apakoh family, and the de-facto leader of the planet Esthar VIII, Lusec Apakoh is somewhat of an upstart within the Empire, often publically criticizing Emperor Dave Bivens' decisions and going out of his way to irritate the powers that be.

All right, we're going to face a bit of an interview overload here... So as not to spam up the forum, from this point on I'll just create one thread, where interviews can take place one after the other.

I'll start that thread in a few minutes, with an interview of Ki-Par. Kulikovia, Elves Security Forces, PINA will be happy to interview Chancellor Rhinehart and General Duke after that. In the meantime, is there any information available on them?

Edit: Steel Butterfly: When I've seen to the others, I'll pick one of those. But there's quite a backlog now. ;)

Edit: Steel Butterfly: When I've seen to the others, I'll pick one of those. But there's quite a backlog now. ;)

yes, but mine have stuff to work with... ;)

Name: Gunther Rhinehart
Age: 51
Height: 6ft
Weight: 197lbs
Hair: Salt and pepper
Eyes: Hazel

Rhinehart was born in the industrial city of Postovo. His father was a steel works owner and mother a lawyer. For most of his life he lived a comfortable life. In school he was the class clown but generally recieved descent marks in his classes. In college he met his future wife, her name was Tanya who was a law major. He earned a degree in business and after graduating he took a position at his father's steel works. Two ears later he married Tanya and over the course of their happy marriage they had two children Sergi and Eva. When hard times hit the city he ran for mayor and brought the city back to its' feet. People wanted him to make greater changes so using his war chest and influence ran for Governor-General of the Province and won a landslide victory. After two terms the Judiciary Party courted him to be thier canidate for Chancellor. After a tough campaign he won a narrow victory and now is Chancellor of Kulikovia. He believes in a more free market, lifting certain trade tariffs, as well as other things. Rhinehart is a charasmatic figure with a gift of speech. he's athletic and regularily works out. His marriage is a happy one but he has been criticized for being a bit of a capitalist in a Socialist nation.

Character Name: Edmund Duke
Height: 5'9"
Wieght: 139 lbs
Age: 21,290
Eyes: Green
Hair: Light Blue
Hometown: Valanari
Occupation: General/Head of Military Council
Degree: Bachelors and Masters of Kinesology at Travesian Academy
Past Conflicts: The Tyranniese Wars
Hobbies: crosswords and playing chess
Interesting Facts: Is the longest tenured Head of the Military Council. Is the second most decorated ESF General in history. Single handedly infilitrated an enemies air base and disabled all of their craft without detection. Elune father of Tobias Raynor.

Noted.

The interview thread is here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516663). For now, Ki-Par of Az-cz is being interviewed.

The thread for Mobutu is here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516658).

Hey, I know you've got quite a list of interviewees already lined up, but if you could spare the time, would you like to have PINA interview some of the people involved in the little dust-up I've got going in Altanar? I plan to have some of them interviewed by the domestic networks, but an international perspective to balance it out (and one that isn't worried about domestic pressure) might be a nice touch.

Elenore Romeny would love to give an interview.

Other cannidates: Alex Thorton-Noteable Kanami Film Maker

Himiko Himura-Convinced her school principal to allow for a Gay-Straght Alliance

Nancy Novoty-Head of the Republican Socialist Party in Kanami (The majority in Parliment Currently)

All right, let's see...

Currently, there are interviews underway with the Cluichstani Minister of Sport, with President Mobutu of Zaïre, and with Ki-Par (mayor of Fort Ben Degly) of Az-cz.

Next up, in chronological order:

1. Chancellor Gunther Rhinehart (Kulikovia)
2. General Edmund Duke (or some other) (Elves Security Forces)
3. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
4. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
5. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

All will take place in this interview thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516663).

Getting through to each of you (in that order) may take some time. Just keep watching this thread and/or the interview thread. ;)

If the queue's too long, why don't you simply limit interviews to those leaders who have made recent international news? Don't be burdened to interview every little random leader who just wants you to give them some good PR.

True. If it gets too much to handle, I'll cut down on it. The five listed are guaranteed an interview; any further (except if they've made "recent international news") will be provisional.

I don't suppose any Kennyite would be interested in being interviewed, would they? :p

I'm glad I made the list then. I'll submit the King for an interview, if that works.

When time permits my nation's leader would be honoured with an interview with PINA.

Character Name: Strom Gunderson
Height: 5'10"
Wieght: 170 lbs
Age: 73
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Grey
Hometown: Coal Harbour
Occupation: President of Ironwell
Degree: Graduated 3rd in class, Ironwell Republican Police Academy
Hobbies: Collecting vintage firearms, outdoor activities, painting
Brief History: Strom Gunderson is one of Ironwell's most prolific living citizens with a lifetime of dedicated public service. He joined the Ironwell Republican Police right out of school and eventually rose up to become the force's Commissioner. He is known as the Lion of Coal Harbour to many due to his fierce tenacity as both a lawman and a politician. He has been wounded in the line of duty 12 times with numerous citations for bravery and has been singlehandedly responsible for the dismantling of one of Ironwell's most notorious biker gangs. In 2000 he was elected president and has introduced many progressive and controversial new initiatives for the betterment of society.

This is rather large news and a possible interview:

The Crown Prince of Aerion has for over a year now refused to take the Crown of Aerion, but has remained Head of State. However, with his conversion to Makan Buddhism he has become more isolated and has recently not been seen around at all, supposedly at a Makan Buddhist monastery possibly, leaving the governing of the nation and keeping the megacorporations' power in check to his Great Officers of State, the Royal Privy Council (cabinet), and of course the Royal Governor of each of Aerion's 20 provinces (immensely powerful in their own right because of the population of Aerion with each province having the population of some nations, though the megacorporations have influence as well.)

Well the RECENT NEWS is that the Crown Prince's sister Princess Ameria Wasterin has been remotely appointed by the Prince to be Lady High Chancellor (The Minister of State but with huge powers over foreign policy and relations). Ameria Wasterin is considered a shrewd operator, it has been said

"The Princess is known as a shrewd operator, with classical elegance combined with an intense confident presence. She is contrasted to her brother, who is known to have a bit warmer presence. She is eye catching, alluring, and some say dangerous."

(Wiki http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Ameria_Wasterin)

*Steel grumbles that his interview would have been done by now, pointing to the lack of a response in "the interview thread"*

Provisional:

6. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
7. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)

Cafundéu has five important people with time to be interviewed by PINA. Of course the channel is free to choose one or two of them for interviews, if it likes:

- Emperor Hector Van Tocco, leader of the country.
- Princess Alicia Van Tocco, daughter of the emperor and governor of Juta State.
- Counselor-Minister Ray McKeen, representative of the country in the UN.
- Olivier Derrod, main enemy of the emperor.
- Ganz Ijak, striker of Cafundéu's National Team.

All (except Ijak) have NSWiki articles, and links to them are in the country's Wiki page.

I was going to suggest Kermit the Hermit who lives in Gnatanamo for an interview, but that would have been a very short and very silly interview...

So in his stead, maybe PINA could interview Prince Willem of Uhuh-Topia (brother of Emperor James II) and his wife Princess Serena Eu of San Adriano some time (but that's your own character :p)

[OOC: I wouldn't mind having my President and Prime Minister of the Union of Southeast Asian Nations (Nelson Neo Yao Yang) being interviewed.]

Cafundéu has five important people with time to be interviewed by PINA. Of course the channel is free to choose one or two of them for interviews, if it likes:

- Emperor Hector Van Tocco, leader of the country.
- Princess Alicia Van Tocco, daughter of the emperor and governor of Juta State.
- Counselor-Minister Ray McKeen, representative of the country in the UN.
- Olivier Derrod, main enemy of the emperor.
- Ganz Ijak, striker of Cafundéu's National Team.

All (except Ijak) have NSWiki articles, and links to them are in the country's Wiki page.

Perhaps PINA could interview Derrod and one of his opponents (the Emperor, his daughter or McKeen), in a "face to face" interview? Would they agree to that?

All others would be fine (provisionally). Updated list:

1. Chancellor Gunther Rhinehart (Kulikovia)
2. General Edmund Duke (or some other) (Elves Security Forces)
3. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
4. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
5. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

Provisional:

6. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
7. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
8. (to be determined) (Cafundéu)
9. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
10. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)

Damn! PINA got very popular all of a sudden! :cool:

I know you're quite backlogged, Ariddia, but since I thought the interview you did with Ecraep and Drarreg went so well (I thought it was damn funny :D ), I'll also offer up Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich, Cluichstan's UN ambassador, and Rekooh (http://www.tiscali.nl/images/4/6/penelope_cruz_01_8001.jpg), vice president of operations for Cluichstani Private Entertainment Services Ltd. (http://z8.invisionfree.com/Antarctic_Paradise/index.php?showtopic=23), Cluichstan's largest corporation.

I don't hit this forum as much as I should perhaps, so if you want to TG me when you can get around to it, that would be cool. Thanks, mate!

I know you're quite backlogged, Ariddia, but since I thought the interview you did with Ecraep and Drarreg went so well, I'll also offer up Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich, Cluichstan's UN ambassador, and Rekooh (http://www.tiscali.nl/images/4/6/penelope_cruz_01_8001.jpg), vice president of operations for Cluichstani Private Entertainment Services Ltd. (http://z8.invisionfree.com/Antarctic_Paradise/index.php?showtopic=23), Cluichstan's largest corporation.

That should be fun. ;)

I'll add them to the provisional list, but it'll probably be quite a while before PINA works its way through to them.

That should be fun. ;)

I'll add them to the provisional list, but it'll probably be quite a while before PINA works its way through to them.

No doubt. Like I said, though, in the bit I added to my previous post (damn you for replying so quickly! :p ), just drop me a TG, so that I'm sure to know when the time comes.

No problem!

Perhaps PINA could interview Derrod and one of his opponents (the Emperor, his daughter or McKeen), in a "face to face" interview? Would they agree to that?

Only Ray McKeen would agree with this kind of interview, as the Emperor and his daughter want to avoid this kind of conflict. It would be good for McKeen, as he wants to be elected as Head Counselor in the official council(public elections), defeating Asano Pender.

So, Derrod and McKeen can participate in a "face to face" interview.

So, Derrod and McKeen can participate in a "face to face" interview.

All right! Logged. I'll let you know when PINA gets to your spot on the list.

True. If it gets too much to handle, I'll cut down on it. The five listed are guaranteed an interview; any further (except if they've made "recent international news") will be provisional.

I don't suppose any Kennyite would be interested in being interviewed, would they? :pYou've already interviewed 3,297 (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12277124&postcount=15) of them; you sure you want to go through all that again? :p

Once the initial hype dies down a bit (the queue is getting a little lengthy), I'll sign someone up. Riley or Fernanda or somebody.

Name: Jade Walker
Nation: Democratic Republic of Ritico
Occupation: President

Region: Conservative Republics
Occupation: Prime Minister

Age: 41
Height: 5'11''
Weight: 180
Details: Jade Walker is the President of Ritico. He's a known critic of the United Nations but recently brought his nation and other nations in the Conservative Republics into the UN promising major reform. Walker is a fierce critic of the most recent resolution, the Nuclear Responsibility Act, and he did everything within his diplomatic powers to get it defeated.

Walker sounds like a very interesting candidate for an interview.

Updated list:

1. Chancellor Gunther Rhinehart (Kulikovia)
2. General Edmund Duke (or some other) (Elves Security Forces)
3. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
4. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
5. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

Provisional:

6. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
7. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
8. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
9. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
10. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
11. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
12. Jade Walker (Ritico)

11. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich & Rekooh (Cluichstan)


That should be an "or," rather than an "and," thing. Officially, they don't have any ties to one another. Officially... ;)

That should be an "or," rather than an "and," thing. Officially, they don't have any ties to one another. Officially... ;)

Awww... :p OK. I'll make it "or" for now, and maybe they can be interviewed seperately at some point.

Awww... :p OK. I'll make it "or" for now, and maybe they can be interviewed seperately at some point.

I'd definitely be up for it. Just let me know, when the time comes, which one you'd like to have a go at first. :)

Just a thought: Maybe you'd want to ask the mods for a merge of the two interviews you've already done with the new interview thread, Ariddia, to keep them all together.

If the mods want to, that's not a problem, but otherwise I don't really think it's necessary. I know where they are. ;) I can link to them from the interview thread OP if necessary.

Just thought the two you already did should be included, rather than get buried in the forum, that's all. You're the only one really who can request a merge of your own threads, though, so it's your call, of course.

Name: Peter Hobble
Nation: Prime Ministerialship of Bazalonia
Region: Atlantian Oceania
Occupation: Soccer Star

Age: 29
Details: Peter Hobble, the star striker of the Bazalonian national soccer team, the Bazalopes, However with the review of the Bazalonian soccer team after their worst performance in recent history Peter's as well as other teammembers status in the team are still up in the air.

With the first prime minister of the new United Kingdom of Eurasia being elected to office, perhaps PINA would like an interview...

Peter Hobble? The werewolf?

Added to the provisional list.

Cluich, I've linked to previous interviews from the OP of the interview thread.

Eurasia: Yes, PINA would be interested. Let us know when you have his/her name.

Oops. The Prime Minister is Sir Phillip Sinclair.

Updated list:

1. Chancellor Gunther Rhinehart (Kulikovia)
2. General Edmund Duke (or some other) (Elves Security Forces)
3. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
4. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
5. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

Provisional:

6. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
7. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
8. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
9. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
10. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
11. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
12. Jade Walker (Ritico)
13. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
14. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)

As a reminder to everyone, you're going to have to be very patient while PINA works its way through this list.

Oh, and if anyone else's media wants to interview an Ariddian, let me know. I have all sorts of characters available.

If you'd like, you can interveiw Jerick Wickwire, the CEO/President of Reflex International, Imitora's second largest and most profitable company, which is about to go public with all its offerings.

By the time PINA gets to him, it will have done so, but yes, all right. Added to the provisional list.

PINA can be the first official interview after the company goes public.

The President of the United States of Edward City, Albert Mainzer, would like to be interviewed by PINA. Today has been the worst day in all history of our nation and the president would like to explain it on the television worldwide. Four days ago an Earthquake striked Edward City D.C. killing 300,000, and the day after, an extrange zombie outbreak began and there have been 5 million victims.Today, the president ordered the launching of a nuclear missile at the city.

Perhaps Errinundera's ambassador to Ariddia, snapisnapiestu (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Snapisnapiestu).

Updated list:

1. Chancellor Gunther Rhinehart (Kulikovia)
2. General Edmund Duke (or some other) (Elves Security Forces)
3. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
4. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
5. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

Provisional:

6. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
7. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
8. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
9. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
10. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
11. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
12. Jade Walker (Ritico)
13. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
14. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
15. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
16. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
17. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
18. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
19. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)

The interview with Gunther Rhinehart of Kulikovia has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12296471&postcount=23).

The interview with General Edmund Duke has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12300344&postcount=62).

Uncle Noel, the Great Leader and Embodiment of the Revolutionary Spirit, has announced free elections as well as his retirement. He is therefore free to tale to PINA, if they are willing

PINA would be happy to interview Uncle Noel. He's added to the list. (It'll be a long wait, unfortunately, due to the list being long.)

Perhaps you'd like to interview disgraced former President Darius Shulze. He was found guilty of organizing and funding a domestic terrorist group and is currently serving 300,000 life sentences* in the super maximum security prison on Valenasjaski Island in southern Maraque.

Also, Lord Governor Jovan S. Norris would be another one, or his father former Emperor Stephen D. Norris.

OOC: *Basically that means he can't get out of jail until he's 36 million years old - ouch.

Perhaps you'd like to interview disgraced former President Darius Shulze. He was found guilty of organizing and funding a domestic terrorist group and is currently serving 300,000 life sentences* in the super maximum security prison on Valenasjaski Island in southern Maraque.

Also, Lord Governor Jovan S. Norris would be another one, or his father former Emperor Stephen D. Norris.

OOC: *Basically that means he can't get out of jail until he's 36 million years old - ouch.

Whichever one(s) you prefer. PINA would be happy to interview any of them.

All of the above... eventually. The President first, 'cause that'll be interesting.

OK. Updated list:

Updated list:

0. General Edmund Duke (Elves Security Forces): in progress

1. General Jack Valkare (or some other) (Steel Butterfly)
2. someone from Altanar (unspecified)
3. Elenore Romeny (or some other) (Kanami)

Provisional:

4. Strom GGunderson (Ironwell)
5. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
6. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
7. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
8. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
9. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
10. Jade Walker (Ritico)
11. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
12. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
13. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
14. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
15. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
16. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
17. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
18. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
19. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
20. Father Sean Fitzgerald (Cherry Ridge)
21. Tajen (Ri-an)
22. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)

You decide on who you want to interview from my nation yet?

Any of the three you've listed would be fine, so if you've got a preference - one that may have more to say than the others, for example - we'll go with that.

I would like to reserve a spot. You can interview Father Sean Fitzgerald, a progressive Catholic priest. He is disliked by most conservative Catholics, and has been threatened with censure many times. He is known for his radio show, and for publically challenging church hierarchy. He has also challenged traditional Ridgian (and Greater Prussian) perceptions of monarchy.

He is basically the voice of dissent in CR, yet still a good citizen, and in good standing with the government and the church.

I've been thinking, maybe an interview with one of the Children of Kajeenith is in order. Most specificly, Tajen, the Eldest.

Though, not the public news type, his actions, and those of his siblings, are the kinds of things that make news, as they spread destruction, looking for the Crystal.

Father Sean Fitzgerald and Tajen are added to the list.

I'll need a little background information on Tajen, though.

Father Sean Fitzgerald and Tajen are added to the list.

I'll need a little background information on Tajen, though.

Well, Tajen is the eldest son of Kajeenith, Mad God of Darkness. Kajeenith was recently destroyed on Om.

Tajen is one of 200 children, who all hatched at the same time, the exact same moment Kajeenith died.

They only look human, but their really not.

Tajen and his siblings are looking for The Crystal of The Heart of Creation, to give to the spirit of their father, as a present. when the time is right, Tajen will ascend and become one with his Father, and therefore, Become Kajeenith.

Tajen and his siblings, as the Children of Kajeenith, have power over the art of destruction, and are not the sort of people to mess with.

Tajen cannot yet assume his true form.

The interview with Jack Valkare has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12319239&postcount=90).

how bout an interview with our Dictator

If you like.

I'll need his/her name.

:D Sounds good.

Also, I put "Mr. Rahmati" since http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Pareesa_Rahmati isn't working. If Pareesa is a female, I'll edit it haha.

Rahmati is female. "Pareesa" is a female Persian name. She's an Ariddian of immigrant (Parthian) origins.

NSwiki is often wonky. It should be working again fairly soon.

Dictator Mettaliar MFEMFEMFEMF is the name... sorry about that.

Added.

[OOC: Excellent to see my Head of State and Head of Government (held by the same person) of the United Sovereign Nations of Southeast Asia (also known by the official long formal name of the "Union of Southeast Asian Nations) on the list. How should we go about the interview?]

[OOC: Excellent to see my Head of State and Head of Government (held by the same person) of the United Sovereign Nations of Southeast Asia (also known by the official long formal name of the "Union of Southeast Asian Nations) on the list. How should we go about the interview?]

OOC: There's an interview thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516663) which will be used. You can take a look at past and current interviews there to see how it works.

You could get a brief interview from my newly elected president, Richard Stevenson. First Conservative to get elected since 1988 (20 years since it's 2008 in New Genoa now).

OK. There's a long list, though, so it'll be a while before we get to him.

By the way, big props for this RP. It's rather well done interview-wise and I must admit that I'm having a really good time with it. I'm always a fan of different sorts of RP's, and I have to thank you for doing this. :)

OK. There's a long list, though, so it'll be a while before we get to him.

Not a problem

By the way, big props for this RP. It's rather well done interview-wise and I must admit that I'm having a really good time with it. I'm always a fan of different sorts of RP's, and I have to thank you for doing this. :)

You're welcome. I'm glad you've enjoyed it. :)

You're welcome. I'm glad you've enjoyed it. :)

You should make some sort of "Official PINA" website using a blog format or geocities or something, logging the interviews as real journalists do.

You should make some sort of "Official PINA" website using a blog format or geocities or something, logging the interviews as real journalists do.

That'd be an interesting idea... I'll think about it, when I have the time. Thanks!

Why not just put them on the wiki? I am sure no one would object, just make a list of interviews off the Wiki entry for PINA and record them there.

I'm not sure that's really what the wiki is for. I'll consider putting them online somewhere, though. But not just yet.

I haven't heard from Altanar on who his interviewee would be, so that interview is being bumped down one slot. Which means that next up is Elenore Romeny of Kanami. That will begin in just a few moments.

The interview of Elenore Romney has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12326743&postcount=123).

I haven't heard from Altanar on who his interviewee would be, so that interview is being bumped down one slot. Which means that next up is Elenore Romeny of Kanami. That will begin in just a few moments.

I think I mentioned somewhere previously that I was nominating the King for an interview. I may have forgotten, though.

Actually... I've double-checked, and you're correct. You initially said only this (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12280768&postcount=25), but a little later you specified the King. I'm very sorry about that.

King Aelkyn will be up as soon as the Kanami interview is finished. In the meantime, could you provide a bit of information on him?

Certainly.....King Aelkyn is the fifth king of Altanar, and became king in 2000 at age 21, making him the youngest king in Altanar's relatively brief history as a nation. He has been most noteworthy for trying to open the country up to the outside world, establishing its first embassies overseas, making it a UN member, and declaring an expedited immigration program where Altanar allows people seeking refugee emigration status to come to the country, and provides assistance with education, housing and financial support until they can get on their feet.

He is considered a reformist, and is widely popular with most of the people, but not the more conservative elements, who believe he is destroying the traditional values of the nation. He is currently facing multiple revolts from those same conservative elements, specifically a faction of the Church of Altanar, a noble and former general, and the Akamian Self-Determination Front, which is a group trying to separate from the rest of the country. He is also a former member of Altanar's military, like every other king the country has had, and studied government and public service for several years at the Royal University of Ael Khalas.

Updated list:

0. Elenore Romeny (Kanami): in progress

1. King Aelkyn (Altanar)

Provisional:

2. Strom Gunderson (Ironwell)
3. Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
4. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
5. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
6. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
7. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
8. Jade Walker (Ritico)
9. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
10. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
11. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
12. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
13. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
14. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
15. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
16. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
17. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
18. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
19. Tajen (Ri-an)
20. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
21. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)

w00t 21st!

Wow, this thing is really taking off. Been reading the whole interview thread and loving every moment. I'm eagerly awaiting my head of state's time on camera. If you need any more biographical info let me know and I'll do some diggin' for dirt.

Oh, jsut so you know, the Presdent's last naem is just Gunderson, as opposed to GGunderson. Thaty was a typo I later fixed up. Just so you know, sorry for the mix up.

Wow, this thing is really taking off. Been reading the whole interview thread and loving every moment. I'm eagerly awaiting my head of state's time on camera. If you need any more biographical info let me know and I'll do some diggin' for dirt.


Glad you like it. :)

I see you've got a wiki article for your nation, but not for Gunderson. It would be useful to have at least a few basics (the main outlines of his policies and views, for example, and bits of biography if relevant), to have something to get started with.

Well here's what we have for you.

Strom Gunderson was born on September 12, 1934 in the mining town of Coal Harbour. While he never discusses his childhood it's widely conjectured he fought as a child soldier in WWII and may even have been one of the firestarters of The Great Burn.

His father, the security director of Volgin Coal Works and retired police officer, instilled him with a strong sense of duty and integrity that defines the president to this day. At 19 he joined the Ironwell Republican Police (the force has a similar mandate and structure of the RL Royal Canadian Mounted Police) and graduated in the top of his class. He could have served any assignment he wanted to with his marks, he was even courted by the elite Phoenix Guard (responsible for protecting the President, VIPs and foreign embassies) and Security Service (responsible for counter intelligence and even foreign intelligence). But in the end he chose to return to Coal Harbour.

A recession had hit the coal industry, and Coal Harbour was bearing the brunt of it. The town had fallen to wanton lawlessness, gangs openly roamed the streets and the Ironwell Mafia had their hands in everything and everyone. It was estimated that nearly two thirds of the IRP members stationed there were owned by the mob and the others were too scared or disinterested to act.

Strom came back to clean up his old hometown, the town he was born in, raised in, the town his father died for fighting against the Nazis. Immediately he started busting heads and stepping on every toe imaginable. The gangs tried to intimidate him and he only came back harder and more driven than before. It was also at this time he demonstrated his skills as an investigator. Over a period of seven long years he collected enough dirt to take down most of the dirty cops in town and had survived six assassination attempts.

The media of the day had taken a shine to the driven to the determined cop and he gained the nickname "The Lion of Coal Harbour" from an editorial in the Cania Times-Review. By the end of his quest the gangs had been mostly driven out of Coal Harbour and he had moved up the ranks to Inspector and was in command of the IRP detachment in the small city after 10 years in the force.

While living in Coal Harbour he fell for, and later married, Sophie Rheinhardt, a waitress in a local diner. They were wed on July 17, 1952 and have three children and a host of grandchildren by this day.

In 1964 he was transferred to the Organized Crime Task Force in Headquarters Division and used many of the gang busting techniques to combat the Republic's largest syndicates. In 1981 he had finally been appointed to the office of Commissioner and began shaping the force, cementing its images of pride, integrity and justice in the eyes of the nation.

While Commissioner he instituted many reforms large and small including the acceptance of women in the Force, community policing initiatives, increased accountability for all officers, and by constantly leading by example.

After retiring in 2001 he was tapped by the People's Conservative Party of the Republic as their candidate for President. He accepted gladly seeing that he could still do more for his nation in her highest office. He won a solid majority of the vote in the 2002 election and was handily re-elected in 2006.

While many expected a strong focus on Law and Order from the Lion of Coal Harbour, President Gunderson has surprised many, even his own Conservatives by making a strong commitment to social justice issues. Many of the more notable policies he's supported have been the legalization of same sex marriages and the veto of a bill allowing the police to tap phone lines without a judicial warrant. He has proven to be a tireless defender of the Constitution and has never forgotten his roots as a working class child, a policeman, and as a Republican.

Notable quotations.

"You must be above reproach in every aspect of your lives as policemen. Should you slip, it will be your fellow officers, your force, and ultimately the very people we have sworn to protect who will bear the consequences. For if the community cannot trust the police, implicitly, and at all times. If that trust is lost, we have failed, and our nation shall suffer a greater loss than any foreign conqueror can provide."

March 1985 address to the IRP's graduating class as Commissioner of the Ironwell Republican Police.

"It's my duty, and I don't care how many bullets these thugs put into me. I've got a town to protect and I'll be damned if some shard of metal keeps me from doing my job."

Candid remark to a reporter while leaving St Vincent's Hospital. June 19, 1959 issue of the Coal Harbour Post

"Today our nation stands at a crossorads. The issue before us has captivated our Republic like no other has in recent memory. But the thing we must remember is this. When great Tartarus overthrew the emperors and laid the foundation of the Republic, that was the day that all men, all women, all of us were equals. Under the law and in each other's eyes that was what he and those who followed him fought for. The belief that all citizens, regardless of race or creed were created equal. That's what he fought for, that's what we burned our very land for, that's the Republic I swore to defend. Today I ask the Senate to pass the motion legalizing same sex marriages. Not because it's progressive, not to further reinforce the separation of church and state, but because it is the right thing to do. What makes the love between two men less than that of a man and a woman? They are expressing perhaps the greatest gift that mankind has to offer, love. Something our world could use a fair bit more of these days."

September 2004 Address to the Senate on the legalization of same sex marriage.


Seeing that one of PINA's goals is to show the people of Arriddia more of the world around them, the Republic of Ironwell extends our invitation to interview the President inside of the Grand Forum(the hall of marble and wrought iron that serves as the home of the Senate and the symbol of government).

After this one and the next one, Princess Ameria Wasterin is up right?

After the current one and two more are finished.

Yes, of course. No problem.

The interview with King Aelkyn has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12335136&postcount=169).

Famous Emerald Springs Film maker Sofia Kamrill would love to be interviewed:

http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Sofia_Kamrill

PINA would be happy to interview Sofia Kamrill.

*Whew Quite the list* Catalina Asturias is achived noteable fame in Granade Turquesa Isla, she's been sailing by her self around the world. She's a very brave and nobel girl, who only wants the world to better notice her country.

Her chornicles can be found here http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=497929

by the time you get to her, she's more than likely to be finished

Vice President William J. Kite of the People's Republic of Seventh Avenue would be very pleased if you found time in your busy schedual to have an interview with him.

Thank you, the People's Republic of Seventh Avenue Press Secratary Tindle Thworp.

OOC: I am having Computer problems and am Temporarily unavailible. If you get to me, skip me until I can get back online.:(

OOC: I am having Computer problems and am Temporarily unavailible. If you get to me, skip me until I can get back online.:(

OOC: All right.

Updated list:

0. King Aelkyn (Altanar): in progress

Provisional:

1. Strom Gunderson (Ironwell)
2. Princess Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
3. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
4. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
5. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
6. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
7. Jade Walker (Ritico)
8. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
9. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
10. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
11. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
12. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
13. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
14. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
15. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
16. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
17. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
18. Tajen (Ri-an)
19. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
20. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)
21. Sofia Kamrill (Emerald Springs)
22. Catalina Asturias (Granade Turquesa Isla)
23. William J. Kite (Seventh Avenue)
24. Drew Harris (Okilahoma)

Okielahoma would like to offer star of the now disbanded mens international soccer team, Drew Harris for an interview.

Added.

UPDATE: I started a Wiki Article on my character
http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Catalina_Asturias

Actually thats Princess Ameria Wasterin, heh, but sure you know. You were using titles for some characters and then for others etc.

Fixed.

As a reminder, this isn't only about political leaders or dissidents. Kamrill and Asturias are interesting examples of different kinds of people PINA is interested in interviewing. So if you have artists, writers, religious leaders, athletes, scientists... Anything, really.

Oh yeah I have a wiki on my intervieweee also. Just search his name im too lazy to link it. Sorry.:D

The interview with President Gunderson has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12356897&postcount=208).

NS Wiki on Princess Ameria Wasterin:

http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Ameria_Wasterin

Could PINA interview Linard Skyre, Emporer of Damanucus? A bit of info is available on NSWiki (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Linard_Skyre), so that could be a good starting point for you.

Updated:

0. Strom Gunderson (Ironwell): in progres

1. Princess Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
2. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu)
3. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
4. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
5. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
6. Jade Walker (Ritico)
7. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
8. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
9. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
10. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
11. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
12. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
13. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
14. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
15. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
16. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
17. Tajen (Ri-an)
18. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
19. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)
20. Sofia Kamrill (Emerald Springs)
21. Catalina Asturias (Granade Turquesa Isla)
22. William J. Kite (Seventh Avenue)
23. Drew Harris (Okilahoma)
24. Linard Skyre (Damanucus)
25. Rebecca Cimiero (Dux Bellorum)

maybe PINA would like to interview Rebecca Cimiero, she is a 29 y.o. child-novel-writer and her new book "The Magic Journey of Maria" is a best-seller in Dux Bellorum (over 200.000 copies sold on a 10 million population).

PINA would be happy to interview a writer for once, and will be pleased to interview Ms. Cimiero.

so I think she is number 25, correct?

so I think she is number 25, correct?

Yes.

New feature: Questions from viewers!

This new feature enables viewers from any country to send questions, in advance, to be asked to an interview.

If any citizens from your nation would like to ask specific questions to any of the interviewees listed four posts above this one, simply send them (http://www.nationstates.net/ariddia). A maximum of three outside questions will be put to each interviewee, with a maximum of one per interviewee from each nation. But you can see questions for as many interviewees as you like.

When you do, please give the name of the person asking the question, his or her age and job, and any additional relevant information (if he/she is a member of a political party, for example).

OOC: BUMP for any questions. Especially for Princess Ameria Wasterin, who will be up next. Send them to me by TG.

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c193/athell/Princess.jpg

NSWIKI:Princess Ameria Wasterin (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Ameria_Wasterin)


And of course the Wiki entries for the Grand Kingdom are in my signature.

Wow, the list is pretty long now. Maybe a Callisdrunian could be interviewed? Not sure, I have some odd ones.

Possibilities include:

Dr. Ilona Batory, a somewhat deranged scientist and professor (who also happens to be a moroii, and one who enjoys crossing the border to "hunt")

Princess Bente Pendrunsk, who will succeed her father as monarch.

Eszti Batory, High Priestess of Ithtyr (the HP of Ithtyr is always a moroii, as Ithtyr is the goddess of lust, vengeance, the Earth, and moroii and so is always depicted as one)

Foreign Minister Erzsebet Sorvik.

King Haakon IX

I kinda think Eszti would be the best interview subject, though if you think one of the others would be better, that's cool too.

I kinda think Eszti would be the best interview subject, though if you think one of the others would be better, that's cool too.

Sorvik seems like the most logical choice, yes. Although if you'd prefer one of the others it's fine by me. We do get a lot of politicians, after all.

Ariddia, what IM program do you have, cos' I'd like a chat... (If you do, or if you don't have one or don't wish to give one, let's deal with this over telegram)

I haven't used IMs in years, and haven't even got any installed on this computer. So it'll have to be TG, sorry.

I haven't used IMs in years, and haven't even got any installed on this computer. So it'll have to be TG, sorry.
Then we shall talk over telegrams. Just sent you one BTW.

Received. But I haven't decided questions for all the interviews yet. The only "pre-set" questions will be the ones (if any) submitted by foreign viewers.

Can I just say Ariddia that this interview business was a tremendous idea! It is surprising that no one has thought of it before, and if they did it was not been as well-organised as this. Even though my own interview is a good few decades away, I still look forward to it greatly.

Hats off sir, hats off!

Thank you! It's good to see you're enjoying it. :)

OOC: Aerion is going to be away for a short while, so that interview is, at his request, bumped down one spot. Next up, therefore, will be Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod, of Cafundéu. That will start fairly soon.

The interview of Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12390146&postcount=237).

I have returned

Princess Tomoyo Mikanu would like to be interviewed http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Tomoyo_Mikanu

Updated:

0. Ray McKeen & Olivier Derrod (Cafundéu): in progress

1. Princess Ameria Wasterin (Aerion)
2. Prince Willem (Uhuh-Topia) & Princess Serena (San Adriano)
3. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia)
4. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
5. Jade Walker (Ritico)
6. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
7. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
8. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
9. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
10. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
11. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
12. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
13. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
14. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
15. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
16. Tajen (Ri-an)
17. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
18. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)
19. Sofia Kamrill (Emerald Springs)
20. Catalina Asturias (Granade Turquesa Isla)
21. William J. Kite (Seventh Avenue)
22. Drew Harris (Okilahoma)
23. Linard Skyre (Damanucus)
24. Rebecca Cimiero (Dux Bellorum)
25. Princess Tomoyo Mikanu (Kurona)

Hey, Ariddia. Did you notice that I had already answered your last question about two days ago?

Only to check.

We would like for our own Dr. Jules Hodz to be interviewed by PINA. We may later decide to bring PINA to our nation.

You can TG us with details since we are completely clueless as to how this works.

Pina is notified of The Great tournament of Magic Being held on Ri-an and is invited to come and Broadcast. Travel assistance will be provided if neccessary.

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=12417448#post12417448

Pina is notified of The Great tournament of Magic Being held on Ri-an and is invited to come and Broadcast. Travel assistance will be provided if neccessary.

Thank you. PINA will be present.

(OOC: I can't promise I'll post anything, though. I'm rather busy and struggling a little to keep up with various other threads.)

The interview of Princess Ameria Wasterin has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12417934&postcount=285).

http://209.85.48.8/237/117/upload/p699322.png

:p

LOL, that's brilliant. :D

ingeniously clever!

Hey I know I had a fun time with it when my General was being interviewed.

LOL, that's brilliant. :D
I concur for truth!

The interview of Princess Serena and Prince Willem has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12449605&postcount=348).

as kampfers is entering the world cup for the first time, they would like to host a press conference with you, team captain michael ballack, and the coach, daniel miller

Welcome KAmpfers.

Heh, As there is still a list a mile long for interviewees for PINA to get through I'm afriad that World Cup 34 will most likely be over (and most likely WC35 too, or at least significantly on the way).

Indeed. PINA is willing to interview Ballack and Miller, but it's not going to happen before WC34, unfortunately.

Ariddia: Would it be possible for PINA to interview my head-of-state/head-of-government in my nation's capital, Singapore?

OOC: Yes, no problem.

New Asiria would like its Foriegn Affairs and International Commerce Ministers interviewed in light of the countries recent Portfolio release.

OOC: PINA would be happy to interview them. Simply indicate their names, and, later, any relevant information. Do be aware, though, that there's a very long waiting list.

Perhaps the humans who run PINA would be interested in interviewing our top priest-slayer Jarrvik. I am reasonably sure he would'nt eat any humans.

Nightclaw of Trollskog

PINA cannot grant an interview where any risk may be involved for the interviewer. We would also like to know what a "priest-slayer" is.

OOC: Yes, no problem.
So be it. Would you like it in the EER itself, or in some recently set up PINA outlet in the Union? Or perhaps somewhere else in Southeast Asia?

PINA would, logically, leave it up to the interviewee to decide where he wants the interview to take place. So: anywhere you consider suitable.

Updated:

0. Nelson Neo Yao Yang (Southeast Asia): starting soon

1. Sheik Nadnerb bin Cluich or Rekooh (Cluichstan)
2. Jade Walker (Ritico)
3. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
4. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
5. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
6. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
7. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
8. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
9. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
10. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
11. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
12. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
13. Tajen (Ri-an)
14. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
15. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)
16. Sofia Kamrill (Emerald Springs)
17. Catalina Asturias (Granade Turquesa Isla)
18. William J. Kite (Seventh Avenue)
19. Drew Harris (Okilahoma)
20. Linard Skyre (Damanucus)
21. Rebecca Cimiero (Dux Bellorum)
22. Princess Tomoyo Mikanu (Kurona)
23. (unspecified) (New Asiria)

I see one of mine is up next. Since you're already handling the press conference with Nadnerb and Reilly, maybe we should go with Rekooh. Besides, an interview with the VP of operations of CPESL would probably be very funny. :D

The interview of Yao Yang Nelson Neo has started (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=516663&page=26). (scroll down to post #379)

I see one of mine is up next. Since you're already handling the press conference with Nadnerb and Reilly, maybe we should go with Rekooh. Besides, an interview with the VP of operations of CPESL would probably be very funny. :D

Yes, I was thinking that too. ;) OK, Rekooh it is, then.

Maybe PINA would be interested in an interview with Kahanistan's new Minister of Foreign Affairs and former general Rachel C. Levitt. (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Rachel_Levitt)

OOC: PINA would indeed. As long as you're willing to be very patient. ;) As you can see, the waiting list is long.

Dupré: "I think most people would agree conciling pragmatism and ethics isn't necessarily a paradox." (smiles) "But before we move on to your country's foreign policies - and we'll definitely talk about those - what do social liberalism and the 'Third Way' mean in practice for the people, workers and businesses of Southeast Asia? Could you give us examples of specific policies or laws that come from your interpretation of these theories?"
As it's late here in where I live, and I must be off, I can't respond at the moment ICly. But what does your reporter mean (note the underlined bit)? I don't quite understand...

Your character said:


in what one could describe as a paradox, we hold both moral principles and pragmatism and practicality

Dupré is suggesting that's not necessarily a paradox.

Dupré is suggesting that's not necessarily a paradox.
Exactly. What kind of paradox? A paradox in a negative sense or a positive sense?

She means that it's not necessarily illogical or contradictory.

She means that it's not necessarily illogical or contradictory.
Thanks for the clarification, mate!

Would PINA like to interview General of the Armies Brandon Jackson, Commander of the Imperial Army?

Would PINA like to interview General of the Armies Brandon Jackson, Commander of the Imperial Army?

Yes.

I think I'm going to have to say "no more than 25 on the waiting list at any time", though, or this is going to become unmanageable.

So yes, Jackson is added as n°25, but the list is now closed until the current interview is finished, at which point one slot will become available.

After tomorrow, I will be away for a week. When I come back, interviews will resume, but I'll have to give priority to scorinating World Cup matches.

Do to a large number of reasons I'd prefere not to run through, Tajen is now known as Yore, Keeper of The Balance.

If you wish to update the list to reflect this change, then fine, if not, well, that's fine too, just thought you should know.

[OOC: Ariddia, noted, noted...curious, would you mind if CNA were to post a transcript of its own on its website?]
Either you missed the OOC question on the interview thread, or you didn't answer it due to misplacement...regardless, C&Ped here to get an answer, please.

I forgot it. And no, I wouldn't mind.

I forgot it. And no, I wouldn't mind.
I see. Thanks for clarification.

Sorvik seems like the most logical choice, yes. Although if you'd prefer one of the others it's fine by me. We do get a lot of politicians, after all.

Eszti would probably be cooler, and she isn't part of the government, though influential in her country.

Maybe PINA would be interested in interviewing the Chief of Naval Affairs Adm.Arnold, he has just about seen every step of the Navy, from the lowest ranks, up to the highest even. And it would give PINA viewer's an interesting look on the naval history of Calizorinstan.

Eszti would probably be cooler, and she isn't part of the government, though influential in her country.

Fine by me.

Maybe PINA would be interested in interviewing the Chief of Naval Affairs Adm.Arnold, he has just about seen every step of the Navy, from the lowest ranks, up to the highest even. And it would give PINA viewer's an interesting look on the naval history of Calizorinstan.

OK, but it'll be a while before we get round to him.

As per the series of telegrams between moi and Ariddia:
Question to Ariddia: Would it be possible to get a special case interview for Neo, re: Kravenite-Southeast Asian crisis?

Response from Ariddia: Yes, but not straight away. I'll need to give a few other people some interviews first.

Question to Ariddia: True. Could we have it as a special interview?

Response from Ariddia: Yes, no problem.
So, got any ETA for that special interview?

Updated:
0. Rekooh (Cluichstan): will start shortly

1. Jade Walker (Ritico)
2. Peter Hobble (Bazalonia)
3. Sir Phillip Sinclair (Eurasia)
4. Jerick Wickwire (Imitora)
5. Albert Mainzer (Edward City)
6. snapisnapiestu (Errinundera)
7. Victor Callisolli (Laquasa Isle)
8. Shah Khosru III (Parthia)
9. Uncle Noel (Uncle Noel)
10. Darius Shulze (Maraque)
11. Joseph Cardinal Marco (Cherry Ridge)
12. Tajen (Ri-an)
13. Mettaliar Mfemfemfemf (East Lithuania)
14. Richard Stevenson (New Genoa)
15. Sofia Kamrill (Emerald Springs)
16. Catalina Asturias (Granade Turquesa Isla)
17. William J. Kite (Seventh Avenue)
18. Drew Harris (Okilahoma)
19. Linard Skyre (Damanucus)
20. Rebecca Cimiero (Dux Bellorum)
21. Princess Tomoyo Mikanu (Kurona)
22. (unspecified) (New Asiria)
23. Rachel C. Levitt (Kahanistan)
24. General of the Armies Brandon Jackson (Scandavian States)
25. Admiral Arnold (Calizorinstan)

So, got any ETA for that special interview?[/FONT]

Not until after the current World Cup, anyway, since I'm still scorinating that. Maybe soon afterwards, if I have time.

The interview of Rekooh has begun (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12615541&postcount=415).

Timing!

Cluichstan was deleted (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12609709&postcount=5) yesterday by the mods.

Timing!

Cluichstan was deleted (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12609709&postcount=5) yesterday by the mods.

What?! Damn...

Well, he's still got the Cluichstani UN Mission. I'll wait and see if he still wants to do the interview. If not, I'll move on to the next.

Jackson's rank is General of the Armies, btw. I noticed you had given other military figures their proper ranks, so I figured I'd let you know so you could put that in.

Seems you somehow skipped (http://www.forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12501975&postcount=172) where I'd put in a request before (http://www.forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12509190&postcount=179) Scandavian States did.

Indeed. Fixed.

The list is now temporarily closed so as not to have more than 25 people on the waiting list.

So, I take it that this is defunct and there won't be a special interview with Mr. Neo?

For the time being, yes. I'm hoping to start it up again in September, if I have time.