Sky's Gourmet Tacos - The Great Food Truck Race - Provides Free Lunches - Exclusive Interview

by Ed Magik

August 26, 2011
LOS ANGELES, California

It was a sunny day in Los Angeles where Food Network Talent of The Great Food Truck Race – Sky’s Gourmet Tacos Food Truck provided FREE lunches to the first 100 lunch-goers on Friday, August 26th.

Kevin Minor and Victor Burrell of Sky's Gourmet Tacos talk to multimedia producer Ed Magik, producer of Ed Magik TV, about their experience being on Food Network's Great Food Truck Race show.

They also talk about the type of food they serve and the places to which they drive in order to serve their unique selection of gourmet tacos. From Fish to Filet Mignon, Sky's Gourmet Tacos serves tacos that can be compared to none.

Minor and Burrell also talk about how they survive in the LA food and dining industry and how people from all over the world make Sky's Gourmet Tacos their first stop when visiting the Los Angeles area.

Food Network’s Great Food Truck Race show had helped amplify Sky's presence and reputation with the public at large on a national level.

Sky's Gourmet Tacos may be found at:
5408 W. Pico Blvd, LA, CA – outside the brick and mortar store
or visit them on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SkysTacos

Exclusive Video Interview:

Infusion Lounge Grand Opening Red Carpet at Universal City Walk

On Thursday, August 18, 2011, Infusion Lounge at Universal City Walk had its grand opening with a star-studded red carpet.  Celebrity arrivals included film and television actors, plus numerous Reality TV stars.   DJ Enferno, the DJ for Madonna’s Sticky & Sweet World Tour, heated up the Japanese themed club with hot dance music.

The club features two distinct levels and a mezzanine. It is suitable for club dancing, movie screenings, and other type of events.

The club is in close proximity to the Universal Sheraton Hotel so that guests may get some much needed rest after dancing the night away.

Ed Magik TV host Pete Allman was there along with Multimedia Producer Ed Magik to video record celebrity interviews on the red carpet.

Below is a video playlist for the event.

Wounded Warrior Car Show Benefits Injured Afghanistan War Veteran

LONG BEACH, California

Staff Sergeant Tejada received his specially modified red Camaro at the 4th Annual Wounded Warrior Car Show sponsored by WyoTech to benefit The Semper Fi Fund held August 14, 2011, at WyoTech's campus in Long Beach, California.

The 4th Annual Wounded Warrior Car Show featured lots of vintage cars owned by wounded veterans. The U.S. Marines appeared to be the most represented group of veterans at the show, which also featured BMX Stunt Bike riding by Bobby Brown, an unveiling of SSgt. Tejada's vehicle, plus an awards ceremony and other acknowledgements.

Ed Magik TV was there to capture portions of the even and conduct interview on video, which may also be seen on Ed Magik TV's Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/edmagiktv.



For additional information about the Wounded Warrior Car Show, visit: http://www.woundedwarriorcarshow.com

Freeway Ricky Ross -- The Real Ricky Ross -- Ed Magik TV Exclusive Interview

Freeway Ricky Ross -- The Real Ricky Ross -- Ed Magik TV Exclusive Interview

By Ed Magik

June 2011

INGLEWOOD, California

Ricky Ross a.k.a. Freeway Rick is out of prison and he is now on a mission. to empower youth through the performing arts. After being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility for parole, Ricky Ross has been set free. The time that he spent in prison allowed him to transform from being illiterate to being literate. His determination to overcome his situation of imprisonment transformed into his freedom both physically and mentally. Ricky Ross has emerged from a life filled with danger and limitations into a life of hope and expectations not only for himself but for the youth.

Ricky Ross granted Ed Magik TV an exclusive interview where he spoke about his triumph and how he felt about situations that occurred during his stay in prison. He also spoke about his feelings towards William Leonard Roberts II a.k.a. Rick Ross, the rapper.

Also, in the late 2007, rapper Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts II, gave Ed Magik TV and True Magazine an interview at Def Jam Records.  There is clearly a dispute about Roberts' use of Ricky Ross' name, former character, and image.  Roberts, a former Corrections Officer, now wears his beard like Ricky Ross does.  An on-line article published by SOHH.COM ( http://www.sohh.com/2010/05/freeway_rick_ross_on_rick_ross_lawsuit_i.html ) explains that Ricky Ross seeks to get his name back from William Leonard Roberts II who uses the name Rick Ross under Def Jam Recordings music label.

Watch the videos below and take notice to the demeanor and attitude of both people, Ricky Ross (Freeway Ricky), and William Leonard Roberts (Rick Ross, the Rapper) .  Also note the time line of events.   You decide for yourself which person is being "True".

The interview was hosted by Ed Magik, creator and producer of Ed Magik TV (http://www.edmagiktv.com).

Location provided by Volim Couture, Inglewood, California, USA.

Special thanks to: Blaque Holiday, Aniesha McMillen, and FreewayEnterprise.com

Watch videos below.

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Mayweather breaks from training to spend time with US Troops in Afghanistan

U.S. Army soldiers and boxing enthusiasts from 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, Task Force Duke, talk with five-time World Boxing Council champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. via Skype at Forward Operating Base Salerno Sept. 2 (Photo by Maj. Travis Dettmer).

by John Martinez
Boxscore
September 4, 2011

While in the midst of busily training for his upcoming bout with Mexican powerhouse and WBC Welterweight title-holder Victor Ortiz (29-2-22KO), the undefeated six-time world champion of five weight classes, Floyd Mayweather Jr (41-0, 25KO), temporarily set aside his preparations holding a candid, yet lighthearted, Skype session on Friday with United States Soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

Despite his training schedule, Mayweather Jr. found the time to hold nearly two-hour discussion in which he appeared relaxed, confident, and in good humor prior to his September 17 HBO PPV fight.

“God bless you, thank you for fighting for this country... the red white and blue, there’s nothing better than this country, America - you guys are great, thank you so much… from the bottom of my heart.” Continuing, “You know, you guys are out there [fighting] in 120 degree weather so, if you guys can make [that] sacrifice, why can’t Floyd Mayweather make a sacrifice?” asked the Michigan born boxer to the Soldiers of mostly 1st Battalion 6th Field Artillery HHB “Hellions”(Task Force Centaur) and other Soldiers of Task Force Duke.

He was cordial and humorous even when he gave the deployed warriors a tour of the “Big Boi” Mansion. “Hey, y'all need anything? Let me show you house.” And with that, the Soldiers were granted a VIP tour of a dwelling that puts other people’s homes on an episode of Cribs to shame. From the built in waterfall to the large screen television hidden behind a picture to the closet that is a home within itself, Floyd proved that he lives his moniker, “Money.”

When Floyd finally discussed his upcoming showdown for the WBC welterweight title, he dismissed the punching power and chances of Ortiz with a laugh and a flash of a smile.

“Ortiz? Ha. Its gonna be easy work -like taking candy to a baby. I'm not worried about him at all, I have a lot of experience and I’ve been places in the sport [boxing] he will [probably] never go in his career.”

One Soldier asking Mayweather why so many of his fights have gone the distance at this stage of his career? Floyd responded by laying blame on the foe not wanting to engage him in a fisticuff scrap.

“It’s like y'all, one shot can end it all."

Continuing he explained, "Once I get to beating these guys and I take the lead, these guys go into survival mode. They try to say they went the distance with Floyd Mayweather instead of trying to go for the victory. You have fighters that will just settle and be happy that way. You know, you have fighters like Shane [Mosley] who hit me with a good shot. I bit down like a true champion and I kept fighting and what did Shane do? He went into survival mode. When I was beating [Juan Manual] Marquez, his corner could have easily stopped the fight but what did he do? He went into survival mode, so there’s nothing I can do. And when I faced Oscar De La Hoya, he chose to be the heavyweight gloves, he chose the weight class, so they are always putting me in a no-win situation, so, you know, all these guys work together. I’m a one-man Army. You know, you have all these guys working with certain promoters, and like I said before, I’m the trainer, the promoter, and the fighter.”

Despite a 16-month layoff, Floyd’s trip back into the ring promises to be  an event, victory, or both. His prowess is second to none. His defense is “impregnable,” but more importantly, like many others hypothesize, it seems like a tune up for bigger things.

“I’m working on the biggest contract ever!” he exclaimed. “Y'all know who it is.” To the delight of the packed room, Floyd began simulating the act of tying a tourniquet around his arm and pretending as though he was injecting a syringe into his veins.

“Poochiao (Manny Pacquiao) don’t want this. You know,” he claimed. With Pacquiao supporters amongst the gathered troops, Floyd exclaimed, “He can’t say nothing. He’s getting my left overs. I beat them [Manny’s biggest named conquests] all way before he got to them. What's he gonna say? I beat them in their prime and when they still had something to give. I got 'em first.”

When another Soldier questioned him on how he stays motivated, Floyd stood up in front of the camera, pulled 100 dollar bills from his pant pocket, numbering in the seemingly thousands, and flushed the screen with what could only be "chump change” to the world class fighter and entertainer. He described himself this way, “There’s talented and then there’s gifted. I’m God gifted. It doesn’t matter who they put in front of me. Others have been knocked down and lost.“

As the soon to be seven-time world champion ended his time with the troops, he did offer his political views on the conflict in Afghanistan.

“Everytime we get someone new in the White House, they always say they’re gonna bring you (Servicemen and women) home; well it’s time to bring y'all home. You know what I’d do? I’d be buying jets and sending them over there to pick you all up, that’s what I’d do. Gotta send the jets over there to pick y’all up and bring y’all back home.”

With all the bravado and swagger that only an undefeated fighter can possess, Floyd Mayweather showed he is more than just a self-promoting boxer. He proved he was a supporter of the troops and offered to put on an exhibition - meet-and-greet for the Servicemembers of FOB Salerno, Afghanistan after he makes “easy work” of Oritz and prior to his “biggest contract ever” against whom he hints is ”Poochiao.”

For more about Mayweather's session with the troops - Undefeated Mayweather talks upcoming title-fight with TF Duke troops in Afghanistan

Note: The Salerno Skype Session between the Soldiers and Floyd Mayweather Jr. would not have been possible without the sincere dedication, hard work, and cooperation of Kelly Swanson and Leonard Ellerbe. And a special thanks to Floyd for taking the time to answer questions from some of those who are currently serving in Afghanistan.

John Martinez is respected boxing writer who has interviewed many of the sport's top fighters. A regular writer for the Boxscore World Sportswire, he is an Afghan War veteran who is currently on active duty assigned to the U.S. Army Task Force Centaur PAO, S7 & S9, 3rd Brigade 1 ID, 1-6HHB.

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