A star is born: Yoga, dancing; Pilates...

An Experience of Enlightenment

Anyone who has ever danced or done yoga postures (asanas) has to marvel at the impossibility of Assam's 8-year-old BINITA CHETRY, who blows even jaded judges away with the most flexible dancing audition ever on the show.

It's one thing to be able to bend. It is a whole 'nother to have this much poise, balance, creativity, and élan. Is this what ancient dancers did to bedazzle visitors in far-flung kingdoms?

Do frog pose for 100 years to get ready to dance. - Next, let's work on strength and balance.

Hobert: Hey, I can dance AND sing.

In the little book An Experience of Enlightenment, there is a kingdom at the nexus of two great rivers in Northern India (perhaps the Brahmaputra and Saraswati). And there a temple dancing girl lives until a handsome traveling stranger comes through the area and wins her heart. But her jealous handler won't stand for it. One is reminded of that strange tale retold by a European after a seance in the book's true story.

• How does she do it?! | Britain's Got Talent | Facebook

BOOK REVIEW: I read this little book in Finnish, and it was a vivid, charming, and interesting experience of [spiritual] search[ing], enlightenment, and meditation. The book was published a long time ago, and it seems rare to find personal experiences of women of this age on the path of meditation (without being lifestyle-obsessed). Source (rare book)

• 8-year-old wonder dancer from Assam sets British talent show on fire and earns plaudits from judges
• What happened? Did Binita Chetry win Britain's Got Talent Series 18?

Aubrey Hobert: "Sue Me" Pilates

AUBREY HOBERT (born 1999) is an American singer and songwriter from NYC. After co-writing several songs with Gracie Abrams on her 2024 album The Secret of Us, Hobert released her debut single, "Sue Me," in 2025. Her debut album, Who's the Clown?, was released on Aug. 15, 2025. More

Yeah, but can a girl play a guitar?

(Tina S) Ludwig van Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata (3rd movement)

Yeah, Aubrey, okay. Thank you. Next. NOBODY was prepared for this 8-year-old's power on Britain's Got Talent Replay. Aug. 23, 2025: An 8-year-old dancer from Assam, India, may look sweet, but she performs with the power and ferocity of a tigress. Her unique routines combine breathtaking yogic acrobatics with fierce martial arts moves, set to epic, cinematic music. From embodying "Wonder Woman" to unleashing her inner feline power, she takes control of the entire stage, even dancing on the judges' desk in a stunning display of girl power.

• Who is Binita Chetry? Meet the 8-year-old sensation taking Britain’s Got Talent by storm

Mermaid Island: "Freaks"

• Who's your favorite punk band? Mermaid Island. Why? Heard them on Heidi and Frank: Stay or Go
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NEW Tate McRae, Lola Young "Messy"

We prefer our artists and music a wee bit "messy."

LYRICS: "Messy"

You know I'm impatient

So why would you leave me

waiting outside the station?

When it was like minus 4 degrees 

And I get what you're saying

I just really don't want to hear it right now

Can you shut up for like once in your life?

Listen to me

I took your nice words of advice about

How you think I'm gonna die

Lucky if I turn 33

Okay, so yeah, I smoke like a chimney

I'm not skinny, and I pull a Britney

Every other week

But cut me some slack

Who do you want me to be?

'Cause I'm too messy

And then I'm too f*cking clean

You told me, "Get a job"

And you ask where the hell I've been

And I'm too perfect

'Til I open my big mouth

I want to be me

Is that not allowed?

And I'm too clever

And then I'm too f*cking dumb

You hate it when I cry

Unless it's that time of the month

And I'm too perfect

'Til I show you that I'm not

A thousand people I could be for you

And you hate the f*cking lot

You hate the f*cking lot

You hate the f*cking lot

It's taking you ages

You still don't get the hint

I'm not asking for pages

But one text or two would be nice

And please don't pull those faces

When I've been out working

my arse off all day

It's just one bottle of wine or two

But hey, you can't even talk

You smoke weed just to help you sleep

Then why you're out getting stoned at 4 o'clock

And then you come home to me

And don't say hello

'Cause I got high again

And forgot to fold my

clothes

'Cause I'm too messy

And then I'm too f*cking clean

You told me, "Get a job"

And you ask where the hell I've been

And I'm too perfect

'Til I open my big mouth

I want to be me

Is that not allowed?

And I'm too clever

And then I'm too f*cking dumb

You hate it when I cry

Unless it's that time of the month

My "Rubber Band" is about addiction

And I'm too perfect

'Til I show you that I'm not

A thousand people I could be for you

And you hate the f*cking lot

You hate the f*cking lot

You hate the f*cking lot

#LolaYoung #Messy

Illuminati darling and would-be pornstar Tate McRae goes for it: "Sports Car"

Canadian super star Tate McRae "Sports Car" (official video) selling her something for fame?

What is this cr...? I mean, it's great, Tate!!!

It can't just be our ears. This song and aesthetic are so very reminiscent of what? Remember a hit ("Unholy") for transgender Kim Petras and her chubby co-singer, what's his name, Jam Jiff? It's also so very Charli XCX. What a rip, Tate. (Tate's previous hit, "Greedy," is great but too sexy a striptease video for us to have posted; of course, in light of what Olivia, SZA, Megan, Taylor, Chapel, Katy, Bey, and others have to do to get noticed, it's brutal out there). See McRae on tour (tatemcrae.com), where she's "Miss Progressive," an insult to political liberals who are more forward thinking than all the regressive forces arrayed against us. Her new smash hit follow-up album release drops at midnight and can be heard for a first listen on KISS (102.7 KIIS-FM Los Angeles | iHeart).

Sam Smith, Kim Petras - "Unholy" (official LGBTQIA+ music video)

• Tate Mcrae is really a dancer, poet, and intellectual (TeenBuzz Radio podcast interview)
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• Eds., Wisdom Quarterly

Indonesian teen Putri Ariani wows AGT (TV)

Golden Buzzer: Putri Ariani receives the GOLDEN BUZZER from Simon Cowell | Auditions | AGT 2023

(America's Got Talent) June 6, 2023. Blind beauty 17-year-old Putri Ariani, a Muslim from formerly-Buddhist Indonesia, has the voice of an angel (devi). Watch as Simon Cowell breaks protocol to walk on stage to plead for a second song from Putri. She delivers an even more powerful ballad.

Putri Ariani tackles Queen's rock anthem "Bohemian Rhapsody"

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ABOUT: The 18th season of "America's Got Talent" returns [to Pasadena] with a new set of aspiring performers looking to compete for the ultimate $1 million prize

Executive Producer Simon Cowell returns to the star-studded judging panel with global fashion icon Heidi Klum, fan-favorite comedian Howie Mandel, and acclaimed actress, stunning Latinx beauty, and international superstar Sofia Vergara. The dynamic and toothy Terry Crews returns as host. This season promises to deliver some of the wildest acts to ever grace the "AGT" stage.

Harper: possessed girl wows AGT (TV)

Seth Auberon, Pfc. Sandoval, Ashley Wells (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Ten-year-old Harper covers Spirit Box's "Holy Roller" on Simon Cowell's America's Got Talent, and nails the audition, miraculously passing on to the next round because the usually harsh judges thought she was a novelty with an impressive, if terrifying, performance. Her disarming looks didn't none; they put her over the top. AGT doesn't usually favor heavy music or deviant performances.

From impressing the judges at America's Got Talent auditions to second scary video hit

Harper "Weight of the World" ft. Dave Stephens (official video)

(Pale Chord Music) May 15, 2023. Harper features Dave Stephens from We Came As Romans with music written by Brand of Sacrifice. palechord.lnk.to/WeightOfTheWorld...

LYRICS: You wanna take from me what does not belong to you, I’m not your enemy, don't try and stop me from Holding the crown I swear I’m going nowhere. When the weight of the world is upon me, will you bend the knee? Or would you be crushed beneath the weight of royalty? I am the sword, under the sheath. When the weight of the world is upon me, will you lend your strength? Or would you be crushed beneath the weight of royalty? I am the sword, I am your queen. I didn't turn my back and let you bleed, It’s like a black cloud haunts me now I can't breathe. Come for me, I swear that you won't take anything This was the kingdom that worshiped me Now it’s the reason why I can't sleep Now it’s my hell. CHORUS I’m alive I’m alive. Bow down, turn to dust Give me a reason to not cut you off, Bow down, turn to dust I'll take what's left from you This is my time now. CHORUS

• Dir: Zak Pinchin. Dop: Matt Gentleman. 1st AC: Gareth Bull. Art Dep: Richard Abbot Owen. Styling: Lauren Gelsei. palechord.com facebook.com/palechordmusic instagram.com/palechord twitter.com/palechord

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How the heaven is she only 11-years-old?

(METALBIRB) May 30, 2023. #Harper MB reacts and reviews Harper's "Weight of the World" (ft. Dave Stephens & Brand of Sacrifice). Subscribe for more honest music reactions, reviews, and to discover new music with me. #WeightOfTheWorld #Falling

Secret that solves all problems: Magic (TED)

Collins Key, TEDx Santa Barbara, 12/18/17; Crystal Q., CC Liu (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Hoo-hoo, Collins, magic is Key! Dont'cha know it's all about misdirection and perception?

The surprising secret that solves your problems quickly | Collins Key | TEDxSantaBarbara

Hi, I'm Collins. I have the Key!

(TEDx Talks) The answer to EVERY problem is hiding in plain sight. This is an education and entertainment focused TEDx Talk by Collins Key.

He gained national notoriety for becoming the first magician to become a finalist on America’s Got Talent and is currently one the world’s biggest family and kid friendly comedy YouTube influencers with over 8 million subscribers.

He uploads viral videos and teaches his millions of fans how to make fun comedy and humor DIY food experiments/technology life hacks.

In this engaging performance Collins Key breaks down learning the surprising secret that solves our problems quickly by using the art form of magic. He explains that the answer to every problem is hiding in plain sight: It's a matter of perception, that is, of avoiding misperception.

The only question left to learn in this TED talk is, Do you see it?

ABOUT: Collins Key, with 6.5M+subscribers, is one of the fastest growing channels on YouTube, having gone from 1M to 6M subscribers in less than a year. His unique blend of viral trends and family-friendly content makes his channel unlike any other with over 100M views in the last 30 days. At the age of 17, he was the first magician to be voted into the finals in eight seasons of America’s Got Talent.

On the show, he completely changed the perception people had of magic with his innovative style and mind-blowing performances. Soon after, he embarked on a 30-city tour opening for Demi Lovato in front of 12,000 to 15,000 screaming fans a night, something a magician had never done before.

His record-breaking and award-winning scripted series with AT&T, The Disappearing Girl, showcased his brilliant innovation and a new way to partner with brands. And recently Collins and his brother have been featured on the newly perverse Disney Channel.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

"Yoga" West: How can bodies do that? (AGT)

What the human body can do! Which act WOWED the most?

(Talent Recap) June 30, 2022. What if a company formed to gather all the best of AGT and BGT performances and lay them out in a grand collection of "best of" videos? That would be something.

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• Intro - 0:00
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• Dr. Josefina Monasterio - AGT - 22:32
• Duo Transcend - AGT - 25:25
• Positive Impact - AGT - 28:54
• Talent Recap Extras - 31:49

#AGT #BGT #TalentRecap For more HD videos, news, analyses, and recaps of America's Got Talent – please subscribe and follow Talent Recap: talentrecap.com. For more HD full episode videos, news, and recaps of America’s Got Talent – follow AGT on social menace media: facebook.com/agt, twitter.com/agt, nbcagt.tumblr.com, instagram.com/agt. TALENT RECAP ON SOCIAL: YouTube, facebook.com/talentrecap, twitter.com/TalentRecap, Google+, Instagram.

ABOUT: AGT is America's Got Talent. Creator and Executive Producer Simon Cowell returns to the judges' panel along with Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and beautiful Sofia Vergara. Terry Crews, who made a big splash as the host of the inaugural series "America's Got Talent: The Champions," joins as host. With the show open to acts of all ages, AGT 2022 continues to celebrate the variety format like no other show on TV. Year after year, AGT features a colorful array of singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, magicians, ventriloquists, and hopeful stars, all vying to win America's hearts and a $1 million prize.

ABOUT: TALENT RECAP is the #1 independent website that is exclusively dedicated to the fans of the most popular talent shows around the world. As passionate fans of these shows, TC provides news, analysis, and fan engagement on AGT, BGT (Britain’s Got Talent), The Voice, The X Factor, American Idol, The Four, The Masked Singer, The World’s Best, and its contestants. 

AGT News and Recaps: goo.gl/e12UJ8

Chapters Music Toxic (Album Mix Instrumental) Song 1 of 7 Rise Up Song 2 of 7 Gonna Fly Now (Theme From "Rocky" / Remastered 2006) Song 3 of 7 Feeling Good Song 4 of 7 Warriors Song 5 of 7 Pump It Song 6 of 7 Wicked Games Song 7 of 7 ARTIST Britney Spears WRITERS Christian Karlsson +3 more. #AGT #BGT #TalentRecap

Summertime 'n the livin' is easy (Darci Lynne)

This kid's stealing my thunder, Simon! Stop her!

Today, June 1st, is the first day of summer (if "Summertime" is understood to refer to the most temperate season in the Northern temperate zone) -- the meteorological season, which runs from June 1 through August 31. In the Solar or Celtic season, summer is already a month old. Our "Summertime Sadness" (Lana Del Rey) has already set in, but here's young Darci Lynne, 12, with her rendition of the heartbreaking old-timey tune composed by George Gershwin in 1934, with a ventriloquist twist and shyness that won her the Golden Buzzer from Mel B in 2017 on #AGT (Kids Got Talent) #AmericasGotTalent

African Americans deserve the credit for the best American music!

Here Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong show Darci how it's done.

American musical genius Billie Holiday inspired the world in 1936.

But she covered the song from the 1935 opera Porgy and Bess.

America's Got Talent: Auditions, L.A. (Feb. 1)

AmericasGotTalentAuditions.com; Sheldon S., Crystal Q., CC Liu (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

America's Got Talent 15: OPEN CALL

Coming to a major metropolitan area near you

It's free to audition. It's an open call, which means everyone is welcome to apply. Come show AGT what you've got! Click a city (like Los Angeles for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020) to sign up to audition. If you already have registered, click the sign in option and select a city on your Performer Profile page!

Not all of America has talent: most outrageous and spectacular FAILS

If you are part of a group, only one member should register for the group. Or click the Audition Online option to submit an online audition. If you had an account with AGT prior to Season 15, those credentials have expired. Please create a new account... More

• Pasadena Convention Center, L.A.
• Auditions run from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• 300 East Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101

UK elects a Trump: Boris Johnson (comedy)

Host John Oliver (Last Week Tonight); Pat Macpherson, Crystal Q. (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Rise of the Ginger Redheads of Sodom -- the ET hybrid leaders of the West (ABC News)

WARNING: Naughty foxes acting naturally, and strong language in the service of HBO's irony!

Boris Johnson: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

(HBO, July 28, 2019) John Oliver explains how Britain’s new prime minister, Boris Johnson, has succeeded -- not despite his bumbling persona, but often because of it.

Hey, Israel's got their own Trump, too. (AP)

Find Last Week Tonight on Facebook like your mom would: facebook.com/lastweektonight, follow on Twitter for news about jokes and jokes about news: twitter.com/lastweektonight. Official site for more: hbo.com/lastweektonight.

Ivanka: Daddy, is that your wallet or my big inheritance? - Donald: Depends where I put it.

Did this man levitate on TV? (video)

Pfc. Sandoval and Ashley Wells, Wisdom Quarterly

Pseudo sadhu (holyman) Special Head (twitter), 28, pulls a "David Blaine" on America's Got Talent. Even Stern bowed before Special Head, reversing his X-ification for the first time in history. The crowd may not have been genuinely stunned, but the producers certainly edited to seem that way.

Swami S. Head turns heads at Burning Man, 2012

6-Year Old Angel Sings Death Metal

 

Aaralyn, erstwhile asura princess, 6, blew the speaker system at America's Got Talent in June as she and her elder brother drummer, Izzy, 9, proved to be heavy metal warriors, performing her original song "Zombie Skin." What possesses an angelic pixie to put audiences in their place when all they expect are lullabies and candy and everything nice?

Devi From Heaven Uplifts Humanity

 

Precious Jackie Evancho, devi and musical prodigy, 13, wowed the jaded audience of a world caught in the Dharma-Ending Age (Vedic, Kali Yuga). Her innocence and beauty suggest an immediately preceding past life in The "Heaven" (space world) of the Thirty-Three (Trayastrimsa) delighting the beings of light there as a lowly gandharva (angelic musician).

COMMENTARY

Levitating by another means (YP)

Do we believe that Special Head -- using silent meditation to concentrate, Tibetan or Mongolian Buddhist chanting to focus, and a resonant glass gong to set the mood -- actually, literally levitate? Not for a minute. However, we do believe such an act is possible. (It is possible because the world is not what we think it is, and by jhana this "reality" can be manipulated). And what would it look like? It would seem to have to look like this. In the past we have taken a serious look at levitation. And old Indian trick among sadhus and fakirs is to use a platform erected on one pole, usually covered by long robes or masking as a cane. But here that does not seem to be the case. Admittedly, we believed that David Blaine was performing miracles on the street in his first few TV specials. But he was good enough not to claim that, and neither does Special Head. This feat is all the more impressive because in the Burning Man version, he switches hands thereby proving nothing was hiding up his sleeve. The AGT version shows him drag his cane on and off stage; it was not built into his rug concealing a flat heavy platform unless a lot of post production doctoring was done and the judges were in on it. Can Howie Mandell, Heidi Klum, and Scarcy Spice really afford to besmirch their credibility? (Howie Stern has no reputation to taint).

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"Look At Me Now" (Family Guy)

Paulv "Family Guy" Lahos; Karmin; Wisdom Quarterly

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• Magically moving rocks (Coral Castle)
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Hulu better than YouTube?

• The frumpy virgin who's slaying them on YouTube (CNET News)

When it comes to offering full-length content on the Web, YouTube isn't ready to lose to Hulu. [This comes as it is enjoying a huge surge due to British songstress Susan Boyle (pictured above) teaching Simon Cowell a lesson in humility (see "Simpsons" clip below). WQ debates which site to utilize.]

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Yesterday, Google's California-based video site announced that it had reached agreement with notable entertainment companies, including Sony Pictures, Lions Gate Entertainment, and CBS (publisher of CNET News) to offer visitors full-length TV shows and feature films.

What this means is that YouTube wants to become a one-stop shop for everything video. The strategy seems obvious. YouTube already has more than 100 million people visiting every month to watch a mixture of short clips created by amateurs and longer clips by semiprofessionals. More>>