Tuesday May 11th 1999 6pm AEST -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [17:58] *** Ben_Tari changes topic to 'Chat to Ben Tari, from All Saints, NOW!!!' [17:58] *** MrMulder sets mode: +m [17:58] Hi there to All Saints watchers in cyberspace out there. [17:59] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:00] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:00] Hi Ben my name is matthew how are you going ?,whats it like to work on all saints the show on seven?,whats your schedule like?,do u get many autographs from people?,whats the address to write to you?,can you say hi to all the cast and say hi to georgie parker also for me that would be great. [18:00] mattdapp: All Saints is fantastic, the crew and cast at Channel Seven are all fantastic and the show is like being part of a big family - I know it's a cliche but it's true. [18:00] mattdapp: the place to write is Mobbs Lane, Epping, 2121 [18:01] Hi Ben! Thanks for being here, how does it feel to be involved in the first All Saints chat??? [18:01] BlackRose: I'm completely intrigued by chatting on the internet and websites and other computer-related issues simply for the reason that I'm relatively new at it. [18:01] Hi Hows it going ,so what is the best part about working on the show [18:01] Danz: The people and the free lunches. [18:02] What was NIDA like? [18:02] MrMulder: Learned heaps, met amazing people from overseas but it was an extremely emotional and straining three years. [18:02] Is Justime Clarke a good kisser? and if you could make out with any of the other cast members who would it be? [18:02] Bronluva: Justine is a phenomenal kisser. Check out tonight's show! PLus all the girls on the show, especially Von, I'd like to kiss. [18:03] hello ben [18:03] FreeFm: Hello and welcome to close and personal with Ben. [18:03] hi how r u Ben. [18:03] Wizzer: Good, chilling out and having a beer... and having a chat. [18:04] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:05] How long does it take to put an episode together on a 1-inch reel-to-reel tape? How long is it between when an episode is taped, the tape is finished, and when it goes to air? [18:05] Alf: It takes three or four weeks completely, it takes one week to sheet and about six to eight weeks before it goes to air. [18:05] what scene(s) are filmed in Epping, i have walked past the crew many times on my way to work [18:05] Quez: Connor's, mine and BRon's house, as well as some of the ambulance stuff. [18:05] Where is All Saints filmed? which hospital? or it's a studio? [18:05] Nick: Two days are in the studio and two days on location at Concord Hospital. [18:06] How does it feel to be working with such big names like Bud Tingwell and Gary McDonald (oh, and Georgie Parker of course)? [18:06] BlackRose: Those guys are amazing and are a constant source of information and are so comfortable and relaxed you feel automatically at ease. [18:06] What is your fav TV show apart from All Saints [18:06] Danz: I mainly watch videos but if I had to put something down it'd be the news or documentaries. [18:07] Do you like playing Jared? [18:07] MrMulder: Jared's a great character but I'd love to see him be challenged with more confronting issues. [18:07] Do you think they should do a crossover episode with Blue Heelers? (like they did for Ally McBeal and the practice) [18:07] Bronluva: That would be fantastic. I'd love to drive fast in a cop car and do doughnuts and stuff. [18:08] [r u typing for ur self?] [18:08] Wizzer: Yes, I type 500 words a minute :) [18:08] How many episodes have you filmed? [18:08] Alf: On number 65 now. [18:08] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:09] For homeandaway you get about $4000 for writing an eposode is it more for all saints [18:09] Danz: Wouldn't have a clue. [18:09] What do you do when you're not working on All Saints? [18:09] MrMulder: Play Nintendo, watch videos, go to the movies and often hang out in cafes reading the paper and drinking copious amounts of coffee with the odd cigarette. [18:10] Mum says Hi, she loves the show, watches every tuesday, and asks if u are going to marry the lady doctor? [18:10] Nick: Hi Mum, better keep watching. All will be revealed within the next couple of weeks. [18:10] [hello ben] [18:10] boffin: Hello there, does this mean you're a computer boffin? [18:11] Did you have fun at the Logies this year? [18:11] BlackRose: Take a normal gig and distort it 45 degrees sideways and that's the Logies. [18:12] [ I met you at Free Fm end of last year you gave me alift in the car ] [18:12] FreeFm: I'm glad you enjoyed the ride and are you supporting Decks FM - a friend is playing tonight 6.30 till 8. [18:12] do you know any of the Home and Away cast? [18:12] BlackRose: Yes I know most of them. It's great when we have functions where we can hook up and have a couple of drinks and a couple of laughs. [18:12] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:13] *** Alf changes topic to 'Chat to Ben Tari, from All Saints, NOW!!! To ask him a question type /msg #Questions your question' [18:13] although popular, don't you think that hospital dramas are past their use by dates? [18:13] Quez: Aren't cop shows past their use-by dates? Have you got an original idea? Please forward it! ALso, it's more about the nurses anyway as opposed to the doctors, which is what most hospital shows are about. [18:14] Ever been to Wollongong? [18:14] Nick: Yes, I spent Christmas there in 1993 and it has beautiful beaches and some great gigs. [18:14] [Hi] [18:14] Azhreia: Hi, what does your name mean? [18:15] If you were sick and were taken to Ward 17, which character would you like to look after you? [18:15] BlackRose: Connor for the laughs, and Bronwyn for her crazy, kooky attitude. [18:15] [how old are you ben] [18:15] dreamgirl: 27 on the 4th of July [18:15] Do you have the net at home [18:15] Danz: Yes, my flatmate's got it and every now and then I get the odd email. [18:16] is libby real nice [18:16] Wizzer: She's just as crazy in real life as she is on the show. [18:16] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:18] is it hard on you emotionally to film all those death scenes in All Saints? [18:18] Bronluva: Often it can be emotionally taxing but that's why you train as an actor so you can cope with it. [18:18] [what's it like working with Erik Thomson?] [18:18] Azhreia: Erik is a legend and he's really fun to chill out with. [18:18] i'm not sending my ideas to you, besides All Saints seems to be 'A Country Practice' - the next generation [18:18] Quez: Funny you should say that... have you checked out who wrote A Country Practice and who writes All Saints? [18:19] why did Sam Healy leave? I didn't hear anything about it before hand and suddenly she was gone! [18:19] BlackRose: I think she went on to greener pastures. [18:19] Can You Please Say Hi To Georgie Parker for me and all the cast [18:19] mattdapp: Most definitely matt, we'll try and get them on a chat line soon. [18:19] [ i think i have the hang of this this is so cool i can not belive Ben is on the other end chatting this is so cool im chatting to Ben Tari ] [18:20] FreeFm: Is the cat in the studio still there and is it OK? [18:20] When you get time do you ever chat on mIRC [18:20] Danz: You know that I'm a virgin but if this is a pleasurable experience I might be back for more fun and games. [18:20] [u got a girl friend] [18:20] Wizzer: Why, are you offering? [18:21] *** Quits: enwr (Hey! Where'd my controlling terminal go?) [18:21] [do you think you will ever leave all saints??] [18:21] dreamgirl: I'm sure that eventually I will strive to achieve other things in my life. The show is fun but there are so many things in the world that I haven't tried. [18:21] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:22] If you could date a Spice Girl (including Geri) who would you date? [18:22] Bronluva: Probably Sporty Spice because she's the only one with any real talent. [18:23] i did notice, but you compare the difference between the original series and next gen star trek, and you'll find the same symptoms [18:23] Quez: It's true, that's why Australia's constantly begging for fresh material in theatre, TV and film. [18:23] [hey ben is von as cranky as she is on the show ??] [18:24] dreamgirl: She's the consummate professional who is a laugh a minute off set. [18:24] I think Georgie has a big chance of rising up to get a Gold Logie in the near future, what do you think? [18:24] BlackRose: She's already got two but I think she would be deserving of another in this series. [18:24] what kinda nintendo games do u like ? [18:24] Nick: RPG IE Zelda and also First Person Shooter IE Goldeneye. [18:25] Do you make many mistakes, or forget many lines while acting? [18:25] MrMulder: There's about 30 people on the crew and we all make mistakes so we just do it until we get it right. [18:26] Do you like TV Bloopers? [18:26] Alf: I think it's fun to make a montage of them and have a good laugh but they're not that funny when you make them. [18:26] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:27] maybe i might just write my ideas down, hmm...... the persecution of a 'home and away' fanatic [18:28] Quez: WRite 'em down and show them to someone you can trust. Then find a really good editor. [18:28] are you a doctor in real life and if so, do you still practice medicine? [18:28] Bronluva: You're confusing me with Jeremy, he sometimes practises and funnily enough I once went to a local surgery and he was there on his day off and he treated me for my sore back. [18:29] nintendo sux!!!!!! go PLAYSTATION..........!! wot sports you play? wot your fav band... blah blah blah...... [18:29] psychotik: Sorry, if you're a visual person the graphics for Nintendo crap all over PLaystation. Isn't Nintendo a sport? :) Tennis, rock climbing. At themoment I'm listening to Air and Money Mark. [18:30] [hey ben what was it like having tempany decket on the show ?] [18:30] dreamgirl: I didn't work with her much but she seemed lovely. [18:30] *** Quits: dreamgirl (Sex Is Like A CoKe SOme GeT It and SoME DOn'T ............... and i'M One WHo DOn'T :o|) [18:30] You know how quite a few ex-H&A stars have had guest appearances on All Saints, later would you ever consider going on H&A? [18:30] BlackRose: My first professional gig was actually on Home and Awya cracking on to Isla Fisher and I had milk poured all over me by her boyfriend. [18:31] wots your fav movies [18:31] psychotik: Apocalypse Now, Man Bites Dog, Happiness. But there are so many to choose from, you've put me on the spot. [18:32] Woo Zelda rocks.. finished it yet? [18:32] Nick: Finished it about a month ago, I'm going through it again because the replayability is quite good. [18:32] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:33] *** Alf changes topic to 'Chatting live to Ben Tari, from All Saints, NOW!!!' [18:33] Do you ever have early morning filmings for All Saints? [18:33] MrMulder: Yesterday I worked a 12-hour day starting at 6.30 and finishing at 6.30. [18:34] thanks for the boost, now i'm off to smoke cones, just like kerry chikarovsky [18:34] Quez: I hope it enhances your imagination and your creativity peaks. [18:35] do you enjoy driving the luxury car in the show? [18:35] Bronluva: I haven't driven that for about four months and I miss it badly. [18:36] hahaha dats pathetic everyone knows that psx is better!!! more games... better games... more capacity! explain why its still the worlds best selling console even after n64 came out! oh yeh also i know heaps of ppl who gave up their n64 for a psx... please explain! N64 games are babyish!the machine itself isnt that good either explain why they bringing out a cd console from nintendo [18:36] psychotik: That chip on your shoulder isn't getting any smaller - each to their own. [18:36] Do you believe marijuana should be legal? [18:36] Alf: Do whatever makes you happy as long as it doesn't hurt anyone. [18:37] To ask a question type /msg #questions [Type Your Question Here] [18:38] if ya had a nuke who/wot would you blow up! why? [18:38] psychotik: Sam Newman because he's a bigot that doesn't realise the consequences of his actions. [18:39] [ would you please come back and do another intreview with free fm ..? and which clubs do you go to if any ? ] [18:39] FreeFm: WRite to Channel SEven and make it formal, and wherever the music does it for me. [18:41] Thanks for chatting - see you in the near future. And remember, strange fruits are good fruits. [18:41] *** MrMulder changes topic to 'Ben Tari from Seven's All Saints has left the room, Thanks to all who Participated, keep watching http://www.seven.com.au/chat' [18:41] *** Alf sets mode: -m [18:41] damn [18:41] woohoo that was hella cool [18:41] COOL [18:41] *** Quits: Ben_Tari (Leaving) [18:41] that was great! [18:41] Bye [18:41] he seems cool