The most recent programs for the Broadcast Television Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=411 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 05:36:45 GMT Patrick Butler talks about how public television officials view federal spending cutbacks and the future of public television. There are 360 public TV stations across the U.S. funded in part through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting under the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967. Public broadcasting has experienced at 13% budget cut overall in the past two years. The Association of Public Television Stations (APTS) is a nonprofit organization established in 1979. Kamala Lane was the guest interviewer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311634-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311634-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Michael X. Delli Carpini talked about his book, [After Broadcast News], in which he looks at the new media regime that is replacing the decades-long dominance of traditional journalism, and the television and print sources that support it. This interview, part of Book TV's College Series, was recorded at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309805-8 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309805-8 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gordon Smith, president of the National Association of Broadcasters, talked about the future of television. Ted Gotsch was the guest reporter. This was the first in an occasional series about the future of television. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309761-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309761-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT CBS News Chairman Jeff Fager spoke about the future of network news to students at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University in Phoenix. Jeff Fager became the first chairman of CBS News in February 2011, after re-shaping its flagship broadcast, "60 Minutes." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309418-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309418-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Professor John Splaine discussed the history of presidential debates in the television age and screened video examples as he led a discussion on the history and evolution of televised political debates. The presentation titled "There You Go Again!" was held in the auditorium of the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies, housed at Shepherd University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308763-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308763-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Elisabeth Murdoch discussed the future of television in the global and digital markets. She discussed her history with start-up businesses in the digital television market. She also emphasized the different types of television and what their strengths and weaknesses will be in the future. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307732-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307732-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Anne Sweeney talked about the effect of mobile technology on the future of television. Among the topics she addressed were the state of broadcast television, new platform development and the challenges it posed to ratings measurements, and competition among emerging and older content providers. She also talked about her experiences a an industry executive and prospects for her future career. She responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306065-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306065-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Federal Communications Commission (FCC) commissioners testified at an oversight hearing of their agency. Topics included the upcoming broadband spectrum auction, network neutrality, and reforming the universal service fund. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306042-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306042-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in [FCC vs. FOX Television]. The case examines the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) tougher enforcement protocol announced in 2004 in reaction to separate instances of foul language and nudity on both FOX and ABC television networks. The Court will decide if the FCC has the constitutional right to enforce rules prohibiting indecent language and nudity on broadcast television and radio. Both the attorneys and judges use language during this oral argument that some may find offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303631-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303631-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gordon Smith talked about the National Association of Broadcasters' views on congressional legislation for the sale of broadcast spectrum to create new space for mobile broadband and emergency communications. He also discussed the future of broadcast television and radio. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303151-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303151-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Brian Conniff talked about the mission of U.S. government-backed broadcasts into the Middle East via Alhurra and Radio Sawa. Topics included changes since their launch in 2004 and 2002, their role in the popular Arab uprisings during Spring 2011, and challenges to broadcasting into the Middle East. Alhurra and Radio Sawa are among the broadcast services of the Broadcasting Board of Governors. The others are Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia, and Radio and TV Marti. This week's "The Communicators" is the second in a series about U.S. Government-sponsored broadcasts to other countries. These broadcasts are services of the Broadcasting Board of Governors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302684-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) held an open meeting to consider a proposal to replace television broadcast stations' public files with online public files to be hosted on the FCC web site. Commissioners voted unanimously for the new disclosure rule. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302352-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302352-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Ben Shapiro argued that over the past sixty years, Hollywood executives, producers, writers, and actors have used the television airways to promote their liberal views. Mr. Shapiro played clips from members of the entertainment industry talking about politics as spoke at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300121-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300121-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Patrick Butler talked about efforts in the House of Representatives to cut funding for public broadcasting, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The House on March 17 passed H.R. 1076, which would prohibit public radio stations sending federal funds from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to National Public Radio (NPR). Topics included recent controversial events such as the firing of former NPR and current FOX commentator Juan Williams and a video of an NPR fundraiser's comments about conservatives. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298545-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298545-3 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Vivian Schiller talked about National Public Radio's (NPR) vision for the future of public radio and the achievements of NPR's member stations. She said the current federal budget deficit has made cuts to public broadcasting more likely now than during past budget debates. She further said those cuts would disproportionately impact NPR member stations in small and rural markets. Ms. Schiller also addressed the firing in 2010 of news analyst Juan Williams. She responded to written questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298358-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298358-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gordon Smith talked about the National Association of Broadcasters' (NAB) recent call for the federal government to conduct an investigation into those who "hoard" broadcast spectrum, the debate between broadcasters and cable over retransmission rights, and related issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298301-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298301-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the rules for television negotiations and recent disputes over broadcast carriage. Fox's parent company News Corporation pulled its channels from Cablevision systems in New York and Philadelphia for two weeks leaving many without access to the World Series and other popular television programming. This was the result of a dispute between News Corporation and Cablevision over what is known as retransmission consent fees, in which broadcasters pay cable companies to carry the broadcast channel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296636-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296636-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Communications Commission met to consider proposed rules that would compel cell phone companies to alert consumers when they are in danger of incurring high charges. Other issues included the creation of a fund to assist providers with extending mobile data services to underserved areas, and possible changes to rules governing cable set-top boxes. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296014-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296014-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mark Thompson spoke at the annual MediaGuardian International TV Festival. He talked about the future of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and defended the license fee which funds its operations. He also spoke about a lack of original programming on the major television networks, and countered the criticism from last year's MediaGuardian speaker, James Murdoch, son of Rupert Murdoch and head of News Corporations' Asia and Europe divisions. In 2009, James Murdoch harshly criticized government policy and the BBC, citing too much regulation and interference in broadcasting, which he said stifled competition and independence in the news media. The BBC is the largest broadcasting organization in the world and is funded by a license fee paid by British households. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295221-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The National Cable and Telecommunications Association annual convention, "The Cable Show 2010," was held at the Los Angeles Convention Center May 11-13, 2010. At various times participants at this meeting of cable companies, programmers, and technology providers were interviewed about industry issues. Ray Baum talked about federal efforts on expanding broadband and how it would affect states such as Oregon. He also discussed efforts by FCC Chair Julius Genachowski on the reclassification of some broadband services. Carol Hevey talked about Time Warner's recent restructuring announcement, how the current economy is affecting Time Warner's cable business, and issues concerning broadband. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events that shape telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293855-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293855-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation held a hearing on the effect on competition and consumers of a merger between NBC Universal and Comcast. Chairman Genachowski and Ms. Varney spoke about a number of issues related to the merger including recent disputes between broadcasters and cable companies over carriage fees for local television stations, rules for cable and satellite distribution, and carriage of local broadcast stations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292481-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292481-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation held a hearing on the effect on competition and consumers of a merger between NBC Universal and Comcast. Several committee members expressed their concern over the likelihood of the rise in the cable prices and limitations to be imposed on the customers while accessing the programs, if the Comcast-NBC deal was completed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292481-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292481-2 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Oral arguments were heard at the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals in [CBS v. FCC]. The case concerned the CBS television network's appeal of a $550,000 fine levied by the Federal Communications Commission for a performance by Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake during CBS' coverage of the 2004 Super Bowl that involved partial nudity. This was the second time the Third Circuit heard this case. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal of the case but sent it back to the Third Circuit to be reviewed in light of the Supreme Court ruling on "fleeting expletives" in [FCC v. Fox Television]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292229-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292229-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The House and the Senate held hearings looking at the proposed merger of Comcast and NBC Universal. Reporters Joelle Tessler and Amy Schatz talked about the House hearing featuring members of Congress questioning Brian Roberts, the Chairman and CEO of Comcast, Jeff Zucker, President of NBC Universal, and others. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291965-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291965-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the potential impact on the media marketplace of the proposed joint venture agreement between Comcast and NBC Universal. Among the issues they addressed were competition in the media marketplace, possible innovations which could result from the merger, the impact on local affiliates, and the affect on consumers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291928-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291928-2 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet held a hearing titled, "An Examination of the Proposed Combination of Comcast and NBC Universal." The hearing explored the potential impact on the media marketplace of the proposed joint venture agreement between Comcast and NBC Universal. This portion contains committee members' opening statements and no witness statements. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291928-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291928-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gordon Smith talked about efforts by the Federal Communications Commission for more spectrum for broadband and what it might mean for broadcasters, the hopes of mobile Digital TV and why this technology will be a competitive one. He also talked about the future of network broadcasting and how it stays competitive, and other topics. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291573-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291573-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Second Circuit Court of Appeals in New York City heard oral argument in Fox Television v. FCC. The Court will decide if the Federal Communications Commission's policy on the broadcast of curse words (also called "fleeting expletives") during live programs violates the First Amendment. This is the second time the Second Circuit Court heard this case. Both the attorneys and judges use language during this oral argument that some may find offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291305-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291305-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Robert McDowell talked about current topics before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), including its efforts on a National Broadband Plan, network management issues (also know as "net neutrality") and issues concerning the wireless industry. Cecilia Kang was the guest interviewer. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291085-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291085-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the Children's Television Act of 1990, focusing on areas for improvement in light of new digital media technologies. Among the topics they addressed were the availability of new platforms for children's programming, the quantity and quality of educational programming available, advertising directed at children, and parental control of content. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287915-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287915-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gary Knell talked about the challenges of using new and ever-changing media to keep "Sesame Street" relevant to young children. "Sesame Street" that year celebrated its 40th anniversary on television. After four decades using media to teach, "Sesame Street" now extends its educational efforts to popular media platforms like cell phones and mobile gaming devices. Mr. Knell also discussed where he sees children's media going next as Sesame Workshop continues to seek new ways to reach children where they are with lessons that are both appealing and relevant to the needs of today's child. Mr. Knell was joined by Grover, one of the original Muppets from the flagship television show, which was created in 1969 to help disadvantaged preschool children prepare for school. It was considered a groundbreaking experiment in television, and has been shown in more than 140 countries. Mr. Knell and Grover both responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290509-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290509-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences held its 30 annual news and documentary Emmy Award ceremony. Lifetime Achievement awards were given to Barbara Walters, and posthumously, to Walter Cronkite; with a special tribute to Don Hewitt. Presenters included David Gregory, Steve Kroft, Jane Pauley, Bill Small, Matt Frei, Campbell Brown, Katie Couric, and Sheila Nevins. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289040-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289040-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT A memorial service for Walter Cronkite was held at the Lincoln Center. The former anchor of CBS News died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. His son, President Obama, former President Clinton, and former colleagues paid tribute to his professional career. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288808-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288808-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT A funeral service was held for Walter Cronkite at St. Bartholomew's Church in New York City. The former anchor of CBS News died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. The service was filmed by CBS News crews. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287951-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287951-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Communications Commission held an open meeting in regards to the Commission's plan for developing a national broadband system and the status of the digital television transition. Robert McDowell was sworn in as a Commissioner after his previous term ended the day before. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287420-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287420-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Federal Communications Commission talked about the transition to digital television that took place the previous day. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287007-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287007-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representative Joe Barton talked about the federally mandated transition to digital television on June 12th, 2009. Other participants included an FCC coordinator, a television broadcaster and an activist group member." "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286813-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286813-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Officials from the Federal Communications Commission spoke to reporters following an open meeting on the digital television transition. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286801-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286801-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Robert Shogan talked about his book [No Sense of Decency: The Army-McCarthy Hearings - A Demagogue Falls and Television Takes Charge of American Politics] (Ivan R. Dee, Publisher; February 25, 2009). In his book he recounts the thirty-six days of televised coverage of the McCarthy hearings in the spring of 1954. Mr. Shogan contends that this broadcast was a transformative moment in the creation of television as a public opinion maker and accelerated the fall of Senator McCarthy. He responded to questions submitted by members of the audience of the Woman's National Democratic Club in Washington, D.C. Robert Shogan is the author of numerous books, including [Backlash: The Killing of the New Deal] and [The Battle of Blair Mountain]. Mr. Shogan is a former national correspondent for [Newsweek] and the [Los Angeles Times]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285392-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285392-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The National Cable and Telecommunications Association annual convention, "The Cable Show '09," was held at the Washington Convention Center April 1-3, 2009. At various times participants at this meeting of cable companies, programmers, and technology providers were interviewed about industry issues. Brian Roberts, chairman and chief executive officer of Comcast talked about the state of the cable industry, future technologies that Comcast would be using, and the regulatory environment in which cable operates. Bonnie Hammer, president of NBC Universal Cable Entertainment, talked about how the business models of broadcast television and cable television are changing and how NBC Universal is responding to those changes. Matthew Polka, president and chief executive officer of the American Cable Association, talked about federal regulations from the FCC and Congress and how it affects smaller cable operations, which the ACA represents. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285083-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285083-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Federal Communications Commissioner Jonathan Adelstein talked about the partial switch to digital television. About 400 television stations switched to a full-time digital signal on February 17, 2009. He discussed the kinds of calls received at the FCC, the lessons learned from the transfer, and what the FCC and Congress need to do before the new June 12, 2009, transition date. Mike Lee participated by telephone from Waco, Texas, where five stations decided to make the transition to digital on the original date. He talked about how stations in the area prepared for the change and how viewers responded to it. Amy Schatz was a guest host. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284202-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284202-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Communications Commission held an open meeting on the status and issues involved with the transition to digital television scheduled for February 17, 2009. Presentations were made by agency officials and representatives of industry and consumer groups. The first panel focused on consumer outreach, the second on call centers, and the third on reception issues and the "Analog Nightlight" program that would allow some full-power television stations to continue streaming a bare-bones analog signal for 30 days after the DTV transition to provide public safety information. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283863-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283863-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Senator Amy Klobuchar talked about the next step in the effort by Democrats in Congress to change the date of the transition to digital television. On Wednesday, January 28, 2009, the House rejected a Senate bill which Senator Klobuchar co-sponsored that would have changed the date from February 17 to June 12, 2009. The Senate passed new legislation the next day which the House would consider the next week. She also discussed proposals in the stimulus bill that would spread broadband access in the United States. Amy Maclean was a guest host. Dan Modisett talked by telephone from Jackson, Mississippi. He talked about the effect of the impasse on the date to change to digital television affects his station. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283755-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283755-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representative Barton talked about his opposition to changing the DTV transition date from February 17, 2009. During the past week the House Energy and Commerce committee was to mark up a bill that would change the date but it was postponed. Other topics included broadband funding in the stimulus package and the change of leadership in the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Anne Veigle was the guest host. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283576-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283576-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders talked about the government's efforts to prepare consumers for the transition to digital television on February 17, 2009. He has asked Congress for additional funds to provide a digital antenna for those in certain areas of the country. He has also advocated legislation which would require cable, satellite, and other companies to offer basic broadcast service at a discounted rate. Ann Curran participated by telephone. In December 2008 she coordinated a "soft test" for the transition in Vermont. She talked about the result of the test and what it indicates about the level of preparation for the transition among people in Vermont. She also discussed how much assistance the state is getting from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and others. Sanjay Talwani was a guest host. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283197-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Richard Wiley talked about his role in bringing digital and high-definition television to the United States and his perspective on the transition to digital television on February 17, 2009. He also talked about other topics concerning the Federal Communications Commission, including the incoming Obama Administration, the next FCC chair, and plans to expand broadband service. Todd Shields was a guest interviewer. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283080-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283080-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Amy Schatz, guest host and [Wall Street Journal] reporter, interviewed Kyle McSlarrow, president and chief executive officer of the National Cable and Telecommunications Association. Topics included the debate over how to use portions of unused television signals, the debate between cable operators and broadcasters about stations removing their signals from cable companies prior to the February 2009 DTV transition and how internet providers manage the flow of information over their networks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281515-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281515-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Leaders in the digital media industry were interviewed at the 5th Annual Digital Media Conference held on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the Ritz-Carlton in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The conference allows those involved in digital media to discuss issues related to their industry. The interviews focused on the future of mobile devices, broadband usage, on-demand web content, and digital music. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281401-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281401-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the status of the digital television transition. Topics included a recent test performed in Wilmington, NC, other planned abbreviated analog signal turnoffs in different markets prior to transition, transmission issues along the U.S. border with Mexico, and a potential transition period during which analog broadcast signals would continue to be available. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281143-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281143-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Federal Communications Commissioner Robert McDowell talked about the state of the transition to digital television, the government's role in how Internet providers send information over their networks, and how the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) might be affected by a new administration. Topics included the transition to digital television broadcasting in Wilmington, North Carolina, at noon on Monday, September 8, 2008, and what the results of that test program mean for the nationwide transition set for February 17, 2009. The guest host was Ted Hearn. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281002-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281002-1 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT