THE BIG NEWS: LA CARMINA TO CO-HOST TOKYO EPISODE OF ANDREW ZIMMERN’S BIZARRE WORLD TV SHOW ON TRAVEL CHANNEL!
So… I’ve been hinting at an out-of-this-world announcement, and I wasn’t pulling your leg. It’s such a doozy that I can’t believe it’s happening… but it is.
In October, I’m being flown to Tokyo… to be a guide and co-host for several outrageous segments… of Andrew Zimmern’s TV show on Travel Channel, Bizarre World!
It’s no secret that I’m a Travel Channel fanatic (remember our Goth recreation of Anthony Bourdain’s Tokyo episode?). Andrew Zimmern has one of the channel’s most popular programs, Bizarre Foods, in which he roams the globe to gulp down eyeballs and other strange meals. His new show, Bizarre World, is even cooler — because Andrew explores weird subcultures and cultural oddities in addition to food.
So how amazing is that I — and more importantly, my spooky friends (above) — get to be part of the action?
I can’t reveal everything we’ve planned… but will it involve decadent dress, cyber/Goth/fetish nightcrawling, takeovers of wild theme restaurants (like in my book), and feasting on the parts of a certain large beast? Ohhhhh yes!
If you want a preview of our ghoulish cross-dressing antics, you can watch our Death Cookbook, Mad Hatter, Midnight Mess, and Wizard of the Opera videos on my YouTube channel. Travel Channel was charmed by my book, Crazy Wacky Theme Restaurants (none of this would have occurred if my publicist didn’t send them a copy — thank you!). It would be great if you could add my book to your wish-list, and I think you will enjoy the cute maid cafe photos too.
Life is insane right now… right after the Travel Channel adventure, I’m off to book signings and media appearances in several US cities (I will announce locations and dates soon). I hope to see you there — and I will dutifully report on all the Tokyo madness, promise. Thank you for all your support — without it, none of this would have been possible!
Song of the Day #205: Fukuda Saki – Goodbye My Love (a classic, gorgeous song — must listen.)
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September 23rd, 2009 at 02:36
kat rock n roll bride says:eek that is SOO exciting! go you – you deserve it! i hope we can all watch it online. well done i a soo happy for you
September 23rd, 2009 at 07:18
Ayame says:That is SO COOL! GO FOR IT :D if there's ever a link for this episode, link it on :D im sure everyone would love to see it! so excited :D oh and i recently created my 5th blog (yes, you wonder how many do i need) and i linked you there. http://euniceyin.blogspot.com/
September 23rd, 2009 at 08:10
Fluffy Conti says:Omgggg~ that is awesome!! :o
September 23rd, 2009 at 08:46
Lashy says:Oh my goodness! I'm so excited for you, good job! <3 You must be flipping out, huh?
September 23rd, 2009 at 09:00
Lemon says:Wowww that's awesome! Congratulations! Can't wait to see the episode! :)
September 23rd, 2009 at 09:36
Name says:Congratulations! You so deserve it and it sounds like a great time!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:07
Calli says:holy shit this is amazing! Congrats!!!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:07
Staci says:I'll definitely make sure to catch the episode! Congrats on getting to be a part of the show! <3
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:07
Chi says:Is that for real! That's amazing and I am so insanely jealous. When is it gonna air? Do you have a plan for what you're gonna do?
AMAZING!!!!!!!!! SO PROUD OF YOU.
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:07
Chi says:Is that for real! That's amazing and I am so insanely jealous. When is it gonna air? Do you have a plan for what you're gonna do?
AMAZING!!!!!!!!! SO PROUD OF YOU.
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:08
Lady Ari says:woow
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:08
Lady Ari says:woow
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:16
DiaPinky says:OMGOSH!! CONGRATULATIONS!!…Bizarre World (and foods) are both awesome shows!! I cant wait to see the episode!!..Its going to be tons of fun for you both..and for us to watch..and I like the last pic..its kind of funny..lol
Again, congrats!!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:16
Stillprince says:OMGOMGOMG >_< I wanna watch the Travel channel now!! When does this come on? Or has it already come on? I wanna see it lol
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:16
Sarah says:OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! I love Andrew Zimmern!!! I love both his shows! And I love you! This is gonna be so awesome!!! I can't wait!!!! I wanna see it so bad! Congrats!!!!!!!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:17
Lvl +30 says:Duuuude XD I love this show! Congrats~~ really looking forward to it :D
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:17
Moon Maiden 90 says:OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
that is SO awsome!, I've seen all the “Bizarre Food” episodes & been watching the “Bizarre world”!
I can't wait 2 see it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yet another thing 2 make me wish it were october! lol
congratulations ^-^
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:17
Maleva says:nhamnhammmmm delicioussssssssss
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:45
lacarmina says:I will make certain that at least my segments will be online… :D
Tomorrow I'll be sure to blog about your contest too!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:46
lacarmina says:Definitely, I will get a link up! And thanks for mentioning me in your new blog — I'm flattered :3
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:47
lacarmina says:Slightly… hahaha more so because of the planning. So many things get changed around! ><
I knew about this opportunity for maybe half a month, but I couldn't say anything until it was set in stone :)
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:48
lacarmina says:Thanks!! I'm perhaps mostly excited to be back in Tokyo to chill with my friends… This opportunity took me completely by surprise.
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:48
lacarmina says:<3
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:49
lacarmina says:Andrew is such a great host. Can't wait to show him around Tokyo-Rococo!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:49
lacarmina says:Hahahah the show itself, Bizarre World, is on the air now. But I haven't even left for Tokyo! ;)
Travel Channel is the best channel out there and I'm not just saying that… Bourdain FTW!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:50
lacarmina says:<3 <3
I'll be sure to link to a video of the show. Thank you for your congrats!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:51
lacarmina says:I'm so glad to hear many of you love the show. It's hard to find quality programming these days — I wouldn't want to be part of some cheesy reality TV show — so I am very thankful for this chance!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:51
lacarmina says:Oooh, you have? Any advice, since you are a show expert? ;)
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:52
Migoto says:omg omg omg! I know how much u love him! Congratz! Sooo happy for u! Your gonna make for one awsome episode!!!
16 minutes ago from txt
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:53
Kitty Lectro says:WOW! This is excellent! Very very happy for you!
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:53
ryuchikun says:WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW THAT'S SO AWESOMEEEE!!!!!! OMGGGG XDDDDDDDDDD おめでとう！！I'm SO gonna watch it ˆ-ˆ
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:53
Tokyo Fashion says:Congrats Carmina! Hope someone posts your episode(s) on YouTube! :-)
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:54
Count3D says:that's AWESOME. Congrats on the host gig Carmen!
September 23rd, 2009 at 11:05
Randi says:jealous!
i'm not – can i go? lol
September 23rd, 2009 at 13:24
Katie says:that is awesome!
congrats!
September 23rd, 2009 at 14:23
Alice Bello says:OHMYGOOOOOOOOSH! That's so freaking awesome!!!!!! I'll definitely watch this!!!!! *first time I'll have watched TV in two months* GO LA CARMINA!!!!!!!!!!
September 23rd, 2009 at 14:38
HimeJade says:Congratulations!! I will definitely tune in more frequenly to the travel channel ^-^
Visit Utah if you can!
September 23rd, 2009 at 16:13
Thomas says:I <3 Andrew Zimmern! A friend of mine got me into his show when I was in college (we're the same age, do the math ^^) and since I started teaching I'd watch his show all summer (ahh summer repeats, new to me!). That's absolutely amazing! I hope he's as fun as he seems, I will defiantly look forward to that episode!
September 23rd, 2009 at 16:13
Thomas says:I <3 Andrew Zimmern! A friend of mine got me into his show when I was in college (we're the same age, do the math ^^) and since I started teaching I'd watch his show all summer (ahh summer repeats, new to me!). That's absolutely amazing! I hope he's as fun as he seems, I will defiantly look forward to that episode!
September 23rd, 2009 at 16:13
アンゼリカ♥ says:Wow, congratulations!
I cannot wait until it airs on t.v.
September 23rd, 2009 at 16:14
lacarmina says:Thank you sweetheart! I love your photos.
September 23rd, 2009 at 16:14
lacarmina says:He is amazing — super enthusiastic and full of great ideas. I look forward to meeting him!
September 23rd, 2009 at 17:13
Ashley says:Awh this is great news! I'm so happy fo you~
September 23rd, 2009 at 17:14
lacarmina says:Thanks everyone! I'm looking forward to the experience.
September 23rd, 2009 at 17:37
kk says:IM DEFINITELY WATCHING THIS! :D cant WAIT!
September 23rd, 2009 at 18:41
Karen says:AWESOME!
September 23rd, 2009 at 19:29
Greg says:Fantastic.
September 23rd, 2009 at 19:29
lacarmina says:Thanks, Greg! ^_^
September 23rd, 2009 at 19:29
lacarmina says:Hahah I have so much to do before I go… but I also can't wait!
September 23rd, 2009 at 20:24
Jade says:congrats on the co-hosting with Andrew Zimmerns! :)
September 23rd, 2009 at 23:01
Kimber says:wow this is absolute wonderful news! i cant wait to watch it. congratulations!
September 24th, 2009 at 09:58
Tania says:That is amazing – can't wait to watch the episode!
September 24th, 2009 at 11:26
Cheyenna says:OMG THATS SO AWESOME!!!!
I CANT WAIT TO SEE IT
:D
Carmina your amazzinggg!!
<333
September 24th, 2009 at 11:38
lacarmina says:<3 <3 You are!!
September 24th, 2009 at 12:28
shauku says:AWESOME NEWS!!!! wowdy wow wow wow. you're definitely going places Carmen.
September 24th, 2009 at 16:53
Ria says:OMG Hellz Yesss! Congratulations girl!!! I LOVE Andrew Zimmern's show ^__^ Especially that episode in the Philippines of him eating the grub.
Can't wait to watch your episode with him!!!
September 24th, 2009 at 23:20
gilimalili says:AH! That's so exciting! I'm psyched for you you will have so much fuuuun!
Yay!
September 25th, 2009 at 18:22
Moon Maiden 90 says:haha, I'm not so good at the whole advice thing! I wouldn't say I'm an expert. but that show is so unique amidst all the cooking & travel shows out there! as are u! u are very unique & amazing & I'm sure u'll do great! I'm sure It'll be one of my fav. episodes yet ^-^ good luck
September 25th, 2009 at 18:25
lacarmina says:It's a little bit stressful (the planning) but you're right, it will be fun!
September 25th, 2009 at 18:26
lacarmina says:There will be some strange foods in this show… ahhhh!
November 27th, 2009 at 20:09
lovingtokyofashion says:Congrats darling! Do you know if it's Aired already or When it will? Im super Excited to See it! btw <3 your Blogg!
November 29th, 2009 at 13:31
lacarmina says:thank you so much, darling!! The show will air this April — keep checking my site or signing op for the mailing list (right sidebar of this blog) to find out exactly when!
November 29th, 2009 at 21:31
lacarmina says:thank you so much, darling!! The show will air this April — keep checking my site or signing op for the mailing list (right sidebar of this blog) to find out exactly when!