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| There seems to be a disconnect between the detox centers and other homeless services. Because the guy has nowhere to go after treatment, he risks falling back into the same destructive cycle. This episode's challenge seems to be bigger than rehabilitation ... [read more]
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| Hey guys you asked for comments about giving Mark a beer. Truly..I think it's an act of love, compassionate and human. I would have done the same absolutely. This was my first viewing of one of your films and I appreciate what your doing..reaching out..... [read more]
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Hey, it's such a cool deal you guys are doing. I'm a webdesigner on the coast in Oregon. I found your link posted on mondaymorning9:00AM from england a weelky newsletter that posted your link as they are in the into the same sort of altruism.
I ... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Congratualtions on 19 years sobriety! Thanks for sharing Serenity by the Sea with us! You and Micheal keep up the great work! ~The Chief |
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Living in Europe the last 10 years the news is rarely good from home. Your film and effort is amazing and reminded me of the film where everyone passed something along to someone else. Having lived and worked near Baltimore in the early 90s, I can underst... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Denis thanks for the support from afar! ~The Chief |
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Denis, Wick, South Wales UK
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Everytime I watch an episode of Random 1 I get a warm feeling inside. To think that there are actually people out to help others, I mean taking a chance on people is a tough thing especially when there is nothing but self gratification in it for you. Tha... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Brett, Just happy to know more and more people are finding us now here on the web. ~ John
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| I just watched your program for the first time and I really congratulate you for your help; I tell you it will be wonderfull if you can apply your approach to our latin american countries, we have so many people trying to work or do something without a cha... [read more]
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arturo, cuernavaca ME
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John, I can't believe you dropped the H bomb in front of that little girl!!
A few Questions.
Do you guy continue to film new material?
Are you still attempting to shop random 1 to other networks?
If you are ever in Massachusetts, ... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] All we can say is keep an eye out for the documentary feature. COMING SOON. All the behind the scenes moments and outcomes to some of our best stories. Thanks Ian for your question. ~ John, Random 1 |
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| Hola, he visto su programa varias veces y me parece muy interesante, realmente los felicito por cada historia que presentan y de la manera que ayudan a las personas yme gustaria saber si tambien lo hacen en otros paises. Me gustaria saber como hacen para a... [read more]
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This is the first time I see this show. I wasn't sure how true it was so I entered the web page. And I think that what you guys are doing is great! Giving hope to good people. If there were more people like you guys the world would be a better place. Keep ... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Thank you Alice from Peru! ~The Chief |
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| Happy Birthday!!!
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| A very happy birthday to a very special man, John Chester, who has always used his gift of creativity to make this world a better place and has given opportunities to so many that otherwise would not believe that opportunites even existed for them. Thank ... [read more]
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a big fan, ocean City md
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Yesterday at lunchtime I found myself in a dilemma. I couldn’t decide what I wanted for lunch because I really wasn't hungry. This led me to think about how grateful I was to have what I do. I mean I’m nowhere near rolling in the dough but my spouse an... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] FABULOUS! |
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Kasaundra, Oak Grove LA
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I really loved the show!! It was great giving and teaching real life lessons. I watched with my teenage daughters. One of the best reality shows I have seen. Thank you to all that shared their pains and joys. Loved every episode.
Tina
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Tina, Fresno Ca
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If there were a million more people in the world like y’all, this world would be an amazing place!!!!!!
I challenge all of your followers to perform at least one random act of kindness every day. It doesn’t have to be anything big. Tell us your st... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Kasaundra, GREAT IDEA! We'd love to hear stories from you all!
Thanks for writing in!
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John,
I watched Random1 on AE when it was on, and I have written to you before and was really impressed to receive an email from you in return. It is your sincerity and devotion to helping people that makes you and Andre hero's in my eyes.
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Dion, Salem OR
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We started doing something 3 years ago with some kids at a church. It was definitely a "Random" beginning that has become a wonderful cause for people to get involved. Two weeks before X-mas 2003, I was sitting at my desk one day, I heard that some childre... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Hi Mrs. H! What a fabulous idea! Here's to the Santa Express and to it's continuous success!
~The Chief |
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Mrs. H, Midtown Ok
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Team,
I've realized that the world is possible to save just by saying "how can I help you today". You have renewed my vigor in helping others and I have started a daily focus for myself, and not to think of those less fortunate, at the moment, as les... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Bill thanks for keeping the team fueled up with wisdom. Nuggets of wisdom are highly valued around here-please feel free to share more. Here's one for you: NEVER GIVE UP ON HOPE! Sharing the journey is our pleasure. ~Andre and Team |
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Bill, Orlando FL
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I love R1 and would very much like to see some new stories. As for the Question I believe a couple things need to be considered 1 - How important is it to the veiwers understanding of the story and 2 - what lasting imprint if any would it leave on the pers... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Joe, great thoughts! Thank you ~The Chief |
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Joe, Pittsburgh pa
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[R1's RESPONSE] THE BIG QUESTION??????
A long intense "discussion" took place between Andre and I on Saturday... (as we were loudly discussing in the parking lot of a Starbucks). The question we debated: Wether or not to tell the full story behind a particular Rando... [read more] |
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I never missed an episode of Random 1 on A&E, it was one of those things that you can come away from with a restored faith in humanity's intuitive empathy. Now I'll be keeping up to date on your site. I can't thank you enough for taking the extra step to D... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Hannah- This posting makes our Sunday! Please keep us posted on what you do. Thanks for being such a loyal fan! Spread the word about us! This site is for those who missed the first season or just hope to catch a few that they missed. We also have extra fo... [read more] |
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Hi,
I am from Barbados in the Caribbean and I just saw your program on A&E for the first time. I was moved to tears by the love & care and commitment I saw and I just wanted to let you know that you are beautiful people with big hearts and I wish ... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] We'd love to come visit.... how's March 1st looking?
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Chris, Barbados,Caribbean Ca
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Hey Random 1 Its Tim Cartier Normands son from woonsocket just want to let you all know norm is doing great and going to college to be a mechanical engineer. Mark on the other hand is not doing so well i see him all the time in woonsocket.
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[R1's RESPONSE] Geat to hear about your dad Tim. He's living proof that it's possible. We still believe in Mark and have not given up on him. |
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Timohty, woonsocket RI
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Here's a suggestion for the website. It would be awesome if you could add a section to the site to help people who want to make a difference in their communities figure out some practical ways in which they can do that. Also, for the more extreme out there... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] David it's a great idea. As for the first questions, we will look into it but there are organizations more geared to offering "the how". What we focus on is the example through different stories. Given our limited resources it's what makes the most sense. ... [read more] |
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Hello from Canada,
Now with any decent television show it seems like the second the niche time and day of the week is found and a television program gains a following television executives seem to "Jump The Shark" and move the program around so... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Hi Jamie in Canada! Thank You! ~The Chief |
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Jamie, Port Hawkesbury NS
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Wow! I (randomly) came across your webisodes today and I am very impressed. Sometimes in this world gone wild we forget the subtle minute interactions that can change a lifetime and subsequently history. You two and your team are an beautiful butterfly ... [read more]
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[R1's RESPONSE] Thanks for the comment! Glad you enjoyed the site! ~ The Chief |
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Gardner, New York NY
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