BEHIND-THE-SCENES AT TXT-TV: AFTER HOURS!

Summer’s over, but TXT-TV is still in full swing!

You might be wondering, “Mods, don’t you have friends or a life to enjoy?” Well, the answer is yes - of course we do. There were barbecues and beer-pong tournaments that were missed out on because we were holed up in TXT-TV HQ, but I don’t regret a single shift.

Working late nights can be stressful and boring, but not at TXT-TV! Honestly, it’s a party in the MCR as soon as the office clears out. Did the former blogger tell you how HQ feels more like an arcade than a work place? There’s a [childproof] dartboard, catch-it-cone (fun!), an oversized blue monkey (which has been put in ...um, compromising positions) and (my personal fave) a poster of the office mustache competition in its full glory.

Obviously, we take our work seriously and try to deliver the best programming, so these toys and decorations are only played with and admired during our breaks. It just so happens that the International Fireworks Competition would set-off during the 10:30PM trivia shows (i.e. break time!) and we got the best view in the city from HQ’s 6th-story window. Seeing the sky light up could make us wish we were outside enjoying the summer weather and drinking mojitos on a rooftop bar, but your texts kept us well-entertained all through the night. Sometimes they were so good (read: dirrty) we wouldn’t dare put them on live television, but boy did we have fun reading them!

The one magic word during our late-night shift is: CAFFEINE.

Lucky for us, HQ is well stocked in that department. We have this fancy coffee maker that we load up with robust beans called “Midnight Express” that kicks sleepiness out the window and welcomes insomnia with open arms. Once the caffeine is pumping through our veins, a new wave of wired excitement rushes through the MCR and music begins to play. These tunes are not only essential for our sanity, but for getting us in the right mood to work at our full potential. Mood is very important and dictates the vibe of each show; Marvin Gaye doesn’t exactly jibe with “My Life Sux,” but goes swimmingly with the “Sxt It Up” action! We’ve discovered a few gems (check out: Grooveshark and stereomood) which you could use for your personal enjoyment and can stream online for FREE!

All of this to say, late nights at TXT-TV are filled with fun and excitement! So, JOIN THE PARTY! Be sure to check out the revamped version of “SXT It Up” starting every night at 11PM with your new (sexy!) hosts Cher, Dez and Dom!