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Re: Interview With Spoof Admins
I would like to discuss the following exchange I’ve had with the editor, “Helium”, regarding a word in one of my stories (“British youths to participate in exchange scheme with Iraqi insurgents”). I used the word “scumbag” and received the following email from Helium:
Helium wrote:
"scumbag" = no-no
I then wrote back asking for an explanation as so why – a request that I feel was totally reasonable. Helium’s response and our subsequent exchanges follow:
Helium wrote:
This might come as a shock to you... there are large numbers of people who do not like that sort of language - whether applied to a real or imaginary character. Thank you. Do not use such language in The Spoof.
Helium
Sir Charles Cheese-Cake wrote:
Dear Spoof,
It certainly does come as a shock, seeing as a) it is not a swear word and b) I also used the word "murderer" in the same story but this was seemingly ignored by you and/or deemed 'inoffensive' - a whopping double standard in my opinion.
I think you need to clarify exactly what is allowed and what isn't (i.e. publish a banned words list and reasons for it) because as it stands your rules seem confused.
Regards
Sir Charles
Helium wrote:
Don't play games with me.
Since you feel that "scumbag" and "murderer" are in the same league, I have withdrawn your Veteran Writer status. You may still write, but all of your output will appear on my editing desk. We cannot have stories that contain words like "scumbag" get indexed by Google News.
I do NOT intend to make lists of objectionable words. Most writers have some sense of what is OK. I will not censor anyone---I leave it up to each writer. If you choose to constantly push the limits, you'll be banned.
Don't be so self-righteous----you are absolutely free to WRITE whatever you please. Just make sure that what you SUBMIT to the Spoof is not offensive.
Sir Charles Cheese-Cake wrote:
Dear Helium,
Are you called so because you are full of hot air? I am not playing games, merely seeking clarification on your website's position. I am not self-righteous - only standing up for myself on a matter in which I feel you're taking a rather bizarre, aggressive and unjustified stance. Your subsequent threatening message is sad - given that thespoof.com is supposed to be full of humour you seem to have a glaring lack of it. Removing my 'veteran writer' status is the one small grip of power you have over me and you've only made yourself look stuffy and pompous by going and doing it.
Regards
Sir Charles
Anyone got any comments? Helium gradually gets more aggressive with each message and he contradicts himself – firstly saying that some people find ‘such language offensive’ but then stating that he doesn’t want be indexed by Google under the word I used. He also stated, incorrectly, that I regard "scumbag" and "murderer" to be in the same league - which would you rather be referred to?
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Greetings Earth-charles,
Iam the official stand-in for the original post-apocalypse owner thespoof.com, as portrayed in this thread. As silly as it seems, life as a buddingly professional writer at the Spoof, is a mixture of glee and the agony of defeat..., all seemingly at the whim, and by the mood swing of the evil and perpetually pretentious "Schmelium".
This forum, ISWG, is the oasis paradise of sorts created as a direct response to the extremely odd powertripping/sexually-confused/editorially-immature ludicrous overtures that Helium offer writers as "Senior Editor"...(Hah-hah)
The story you have told here is the 'usual' rather than the 'occasional', and btw, your ticket to ride the amusements here as long as you want, to you heart's content. Don't be shy, say what you will, there are no rules - but don't look at my sister that way, buddy.
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7/6/2005, 4:01 am
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jack of - thanks for your kind words. I suspected that Mr Helium was a bit of a little Hitler - you have confirmed my suspicions.
Sir Charles
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7/6/2005, 5:04 am
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darvijen wrote:
Btw, beautiful er... nails.  Ask Ms. McT if they're real or just the fake ones that pop off in the heat of passion?
Nah they're real. Everything about that little hottie is real. You should know that Ms Pickle.
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Here was my final email from Helium:
Nah... come to think of it, I've already had enough of your crap. You're finished here. I will file a complaint with AOL and with Blogger if you choose to act stupid.
Can you feel the love emanating from this gassy man?
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Bob Deadwords wrote:
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Iam Helium wrote:
Don't interpret this incorrectly, I am not saying I am better than anyone else, I just put much more effort into life than most. I rarely make mistakes and on that rare occasion that one occurs, I try to learn from it. Jack appreciates me and is quick to tell me so. Jack and I are kindred spirits for the most part and we see eye to eye on nearly every aspect of life, from which pajamas are most comfortable to closing down the caption competion, we always seem to be on the same page.
Interesting. But I definitely won't bite at the bait here. (including the spelling errer)
I've been following your forum submissions at the Spoof recently , and you seem like you're running a summer camp. I must say the banter there is so tame and toned down from the 'Spoof forum heyday', it reads almost like a children's forum. No disrespect intended, (I mean it), but what exactly is a "Good Spoof Citizen"?
I would completely agree with this synopsis, but might add, what can't you expect from "the top satire site on the net".....we have a lot of talent to coordinate and keep in line with the consciousness of our New America.
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Melium Truce wrote:
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Bob Deadwords wrote:
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Iam Helium wrote:
Don't interpret this incorrectly, I am not saying I am better than anyone else, I just put much more effort into life than most. I rarely make mistakes and on that rare occasion that one occurs, I try to learn from it. Jack appreciates me and is quick to tell me so. Jack and I are kindred spirits for the most part and we see eye to eye on nearly every aspect of life, from which pajamas are most comfortable to closing down the caption competion, we always seem to be on the same page.
Interesting. But I definitely won't bite at the bait here. (including the spelling errer)
I've been following your forum submissions at the Spoof recently , and you seem like you're running a summer camp. I must say the banter there is so tame and toned down from the 'Spoof forum heyday', it reads almost like a children's forum. No disrespect intended, (I mean it), but what exactly is a "Good Spoof Citizen"?
I would completely agree with this synopsis, but might add, what can't you expect from "the top satire site on the net".....we have a lot of talent to coordinate and keep in line with the consciousness of our New America.
(insert ill-synced Japanese SUBTITLES here)
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"ahh so we meet again Melium .. on the battlefield of bubbles"
For you new folks, some of OUR folks played a prank last year on us last year, pretending to be the real Helium and Jack (I am Jack). They were imposters but we all had fun.
You'll love em if they ever show up again. God and Mz Banks are the only ones talking now.
Communicating with Melium though, you're talking to the real Helium. Real Deal. Melium. Helium. Can you prove
to the folks that you ARE indeed Helium Melium by
1) Bringing back the Spoof's discussion forum
2) Posting IN that forum the word .. CHEESE DOODLE in a message.
If you folks see THAT happen, you'll know .. the real Helium is among us, going by the name Melium.
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Melium Truce
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produce wrote:
(insert ill-synced Japanese SUBTITLES here)
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"ahh so we meet again Melium .. on the battlefield of bubbles"
For you new folks, some of OUR folks played a prank last year on us last year, pretending to be the real Helium and Jack (I am Jack). They were imposters but we all had fun.
You'll love em if they ever show up again. God and Mz Banks are the only ones talking now.
Communicating with Melium though, you're talking to the real Helium. Real Deal. Melium. Helium. Can you prove
to the folks that you ARE indeed Helium Melium by
1) Bringing back the Spoof's discussion forum
2) Posting IN that forum the word .. CHEESE DOODLE in a message.
If you folks see THAT happen, you'll know .. the real Helium is among us, going by the name Melium.
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First of all, the Spoof Forum is for mature veteran writers who actively contribute acceptable stories at the Spoof. After proving to be a competent writer with regard to the Spoof's carefully thought out policies, then one can share his or her creative thoughts in the forum.
Second, I am the spouse of the "real deal", who happens to be the best. Hands down.
Thirdly, produce, I don't believe you have access there with any of your former ID's.
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