http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1026593 Amy Schatz's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sat, 25 May 2013 07:45:24 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=1026593&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1026593 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} Cecilia Kang and Amy Schatz talked about the future of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) following Senate confirmation of two new members, Jessica Rosenworcel (D) and Ajit Pai (R ). They discussed the background of the new members, the effect they might have on the FCC, and issues before the FCC. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305878-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305878-1 Sat, 12 May 2012 22:29:19 GMT Amy Schatz talked about Supreme Court case on the Federal Communications Commission's rules on foul language and nudity on broadcast television and radio. The court is being asked to decide if the FCC has constitutional authority to enforce rules on what some would deem as indecent content on broadcast television and radio. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303660-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303660-6 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:23:40 GMT Robert McDowell talked about the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) decision to crack down on unauthorized charges on consumers' phone bills, which has come to be known as "cramming." The FCC was also working to create a common 911 service for emergency calls. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300506-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300506-1 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 23:38:42 GMT Paul Kirby talked about cell phone privacy and a Senate hearing on reports that Google and Apple smartphones may be tracking the location of users without their knowledge. Amy Schatz talked about the resignation of Federal Commission Commission (FCC) Commissioner Meredith Atwell Baker, who is taking a job with Comcast. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299464-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299464-1 Sat, 14 May 2011 22:31:30 GMT Michael Copps and Amy Schatz discussed the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) role the the proposed deal between AT&T and T-Mobile, the implementation of the National Broadband Plan, and efforts to expand broadband in the U.S. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298743-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298743-1 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 22:25:12 GMT The former Federal Communications Commission (FCC) National Broadband Policy director and representatives from Verizon, T-Mobile, and the Minority Media Counsel talked about ways to reallocate spectrum needed to power wireless devices like iPads and Androids. At the end of the discussion, the panelists answered audience members' questions. This program was part of a day-long Free State Foundation conference on the FCC's decision on net neutrality. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297861-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297861-3 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 16:19:42 GMT Three former chairmen of the Federal Communications Commission spoke about the telecommunications industry, technology, and policy issues affecting communications. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295884-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295884-1 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:00:48 GMT Matthew Polka talked about smaller cable television operators' concerns over regulatory efforts. The American Cable Association has voiced concerns related to the merger of Comcast and NBC Universal and a proposal by the Federal Communications Commission to reclassify broadband as a telephone service. Amy Schatz 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/294805-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294805-1 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:32:06 GMT Amy Schatz, [Wall Street Journal] FCC Reporter, talked by telephone about the recent court decision on FCC regulations that would require broadband providers to give equal treatment to all internet activity (also know as "net neutrality"). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292885-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292885-7 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:00:47 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) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291965-1 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:29:47 GMT The Communicators Blair Levin, federal communications commission broadband initiative executive director, interviewed guest reporter Amy Schatz from the [Wall Street Journal]. A status report on the development of a plan by the Federal Communications Commission to bring broadband service to unserved, underserved and rural areas of the United States. The plan is due in February. Amy Schatz 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/290792-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290792-1 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 15:05:35 GMT Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Robert McDowell talked about efforts to provide more transparency of FCC actions, the commission's role in expanding broadband in the United States, and other issues. 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/288266-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288266-1 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 22:29:11 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) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284202-1 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 23:25:25 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) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281515-1 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:30:50 GMT Telephone lines were open for reaction to the opening day of the Democratic National Convention at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. Highlights of the Convention were shown. Additional programs shown included an episode of The Communicators with Obama Campaign Communication Adviser William Kennard, Leslie Bradshaw talking about the media technology that was used to cover the Convention, a rally for Sen. McCain featuring rapper Daddy Yankee, multiple political rallies for Sen. Obama, a tribute to Sen. Kennedy, an interview with adviser Valerie Jarrett, and a symposium on the role of race in the presidential election. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280555-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280555-1 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:03 GMT Former Federal Communications Commission Chairman William Kennard, the telecommunications adviser to the Obama presidential campaign, talked about Senator Barack Obama's approach to issues dealing with technology and telecommunications. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280474-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280474-1 Sat, 23 Aug 2008 22:28:35 GMT Douglas Holtz-Eakin, the telecommunications adviser to the McCain presidential campaign, talked by remote video about Senator John McCain's approach to issues dealing with technology and telecommunications. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280455-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280455-1 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 22:29:19 GMT Amy Schatz, Cord Blomquist, and Jeff Chester talked about Microsoft Corporation's proposed offer to purchase Yahoo. Topics included the reaction from Congress and Wall Street, especially over antitrust and privacy issues, the shareholders of Yahoo, and Google. At the beginning of the program Amy Schatz reported by telephone. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203967-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203967-1 Sat, 09 Feb 2008 23:31:44 GMT The guests discussed issues in telecommunications policy for 2008. Topics included: transition to digital television on February 17, 2009; the upcoming sale of the 700 mhz. spectrum; the pending merger of XM and Sirius satellite radio companies; and the relationship between Federal Communications Commission Chairman Kevin Martin, his fellow commissioners, and Congress. Two public service announcements for the transition to digital television were shown. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events currently shaping telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203584-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203584-1 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 13:00:03 GMT Amy Schatz reported on the planned vote on media ownership at a Federal Communications Commission meeting. FCC rules had forbidden a newspaper to own a television or radio station in the same market unless they receive a waiver from the FCC. If passed by the FCC, the rules would be relaxed to allow for cross-ownership in the top 20 markets. Telephone lines were opened for viewer comments. Advertisements from Senators Edwards and Clinton were shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202418-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202418-6 Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:37:56 GMT