Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Killing Off Black Americans

There are some issues that define a generation. For our grandfathers that issue was the Nazi slaughter of the Jews. For their grandfathers the issue was slavery. Our generation faces a similar defining issue. Will you be remembered as those who stood up or vegged out? Please watch this 2 minute video: Because of abortion there are 100,000 fewer black Americans each year than the year before. This...

My Adventure at Hope Chapel’s Christmas Choir

After over 10 years of doing choir in school I swore I would never sing in choir again. I put aside my musical side for  occasional beat boxing and perhaps singing with my family. No more the answers “no” thank you. But this was not to be. After my dad asked me for the seventh time to join the Hope Chapel Christmas choir I relented. I had a great time! Despite my expectations I might...

So, what is MIR anyway?

Two Russian orphans. The biggest question I have received about my trip to Russia is “What is MIR?” No one has heard of it. To help answer that question I have put together the following video. While in Russia I helped: Setup a several new computers Setup a new secure email system Demoed the XO Laptop to orphanage directors (yes yes a post on XO Laptops is coming) Secure the network. Increase...

ACW Christian Writers Conference

Last Weekend David Umstattd and I visit the American Christian Writers conference in Oklahoma City. At the conference we learned about how to write better and about the business of writing. This is an exciting to time to write because the web gives us greater access to our readers than ever before. But with that it is harder to get published than it has been in the past. Here is a quick video with...

Volition

Everyone once in a while a short film like this comes along. Volition is short, well made and powerful. If you havent seen it yet stop whatever you are doing and watch it right now. Its that good. For those of you who have already watched it what did you think?

Christmas Evangelism Boot Camp #3

It is here. CEBC #3 Registration is now open. Watch the CEBC promo on GodTube. This outreach will help you face your fears as you serve with other Christians who desire to “preach the gospel to all creation”.  If your commitment to Christ compels you to grow as a witness who serves effectively, inoffensively, and biblically then register today. For more info about the Christmas Evangelism...

12 Tips For Effective YouTube Videos (New Media Monday)

You will notice a political twist to today’s New Media Monday. I did some media consulting for a local political candidate and I prepared a guide for him on Viral Video. He ignored my advice but I hope you will find it helpful. Why YouTube is Important Why did we have no good presidential candidates this year? George Allen was an attractive articulate Reagan conservative who people liked. He probably...

Easy Guide to Blogs (New Media Monday)

Today is the first in a series I am calling New Media Mondays. For the next several Monday’s I am going to explain a new form of media, how it works, and how you can use it to change the world. Today we are talking about blogs. What are they? What are they good for? And how to have a great blog. Filter friendly video link . What are blogs? Blog are platforms for you to have your own publication....

How to Use & Edit Wikipedia (New Media Monday)

So what is wikipedia? Why is it so important? How can you use a wiki and even wikipedia? These questions and more will be answered in today’s New Media Monday. Wikis in Plain English Wiki Tutorial Video 3m Filter Friendly Video Link What is Wikipedia? Wikipedia is the source of truth for many people. When they look for the facts they ask google and google sends them to Wikipedia. Anyone can...

A Different Kind of Thomas

Here is a part of me you may have never seen. I am a beatbox and this is my audition for McLane idol. I ended up winning a free dinner and a movie. If the embedded video doesn’t work try this link: http://youtube.com/watch?v=LtDocZQFUS4 And yes I had no hair at this time.