http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1822 Ted Turner'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) Wed, 22 May 2013 20:24:30 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=1822&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1822 136 488 Head shot of {$person->name} In his novel Ralph Nader imagines placing seventeen billionaires in one room to solve the country's problems, from the redevelopment of New Orleans to a reassessment of corporate citizenry and a plan to address environmental issues. Ralph Nader discussed his political novel with two of the billionaires depicted in his book, businessmen and philanthropists Ted Turner and Peter Lewis. This "LIVE from the NYPL" event was held at Celeste Bartos Forum of the New York Public Research Library of Humanities and Social Sciences following the publication of an abridged version of the novel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300422-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300422-1 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 12:01:04 GMT CNN Founder Ted Turner and energy entrepreneur T. Boone Pickens spoke about energy policy. They talked about their renewable and alternative energy initiatives, including solar and wind investments. Mr. Pickens also talked about his plan to convert the nation's heavy duty and long-haul truck fleets from to natural gas. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299117-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299117-1 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:00:18 GMT Ted Turner, T. Boone Pickens, James Cameron, and two renewable energy executives talked about their prescription for the growth of renewable energy. They emphasized the political and financial benefits to renewable energy and encouraged experts to lobby Congress. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295189-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295189-1 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:09:12 GMT Ted Turner talked about the future of media and the telecommunications industry. He is a media entrepreneur and philanthropist who started CNN, Turner Broadcasting, and a many other companies. The conversation was moderated by University Professor Geoffrey Cowan. Welcoming remarks were made by Dean Jim Ellis. There are brief audio difficulties at the beginning of the interview. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282461-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282461-1 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 02:25:43 GMT John Hodgman talked about his book, his comedy routine, and the novel [Dune] by Frank Herbert. The panel talked about the media, specifically the 24-hour news cycle, book publishers, the role of philanthropy in modern society, and intellectual property rights. They answered questions from the audience. Ted Turner is the founder of CNN and co-author of [Call Me Ted], published by Grand Central Publishing. Azar Nafisi is the author of [Things I've Been Silent About: A Memoir of Family] and [Reading Lolita in Tehran], both published by Random House. Denis Lehane is the author of [The Given Day: A Novel], published by William Morrow. Comedian John Hodgman moderated and is the author of [More Information Than You Require], published by Dutton. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205792-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205792-1 Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:49:42 GMT Entrepreneur Ted Turner discussed his life experiences in cable television, as a professional sports team owner, and as a philanthropist, in an address titled "Our Common Future." He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194725-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194725-1 Tue, 10 Oct 2006 04:25:18 GMT International dignitaries commemorated the 20th anniversary of "perestroika" in the USSR with a symposium and gala hosted by former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The dinner featured steak and caviar and was moderated by Mr. Gittins. President Gorbachev discussed the fall of communism, the rise of democratic governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the nuclear arms race between the United States and Russia. He also reflected on the current state of world affairs and said "America has a right to be a leader... realized through partnership, not domination" as the sole superpower. Former President Clinton praised President Gorbachev for his engineering of perestroika and making the world a better place with new openness and a sense of freedom. He also joked about the Grammy award they won together in 2004 for their recording with actress Sophia Loren of a version of "Peter and the Wolf" for charity. Following his remarks, an excerpt from the documentary [Gorbachev's Revolution] was shown. After the video presentation, General Colin Powell, former National Security Advisor during the last two years of the Reagan Administration, spoke about the end of the Cold War. He thanked President Gorbachev and said that the former Russian leader would go down as a man of great vision. Ted Turner, founder of Cable News Network (CNN), along with 1976 Nobel Laureate Betty Williams, also paid tribute to the work of the former Soviet president. Following the tributes, Mr. Portnow presented President Gorbachev with his Grammy award. Andrei Gavrilov, the first Soviet artist to be granted permission to stay in the West without having to file for political asylum, concluded the dinner with a piano performance. President Gorbachev's remarks were in Russian with English translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189478-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189478-1 Fri, 21 Oct 2005 23:31:16 GMT Former President Bill Clinton and Ted Turner engaged in a discussion of energy and environmental issues, moderated by former Sen. Timothy E. Wirth. After the discussion they responded to questions from members of the audience. Mr. Knoblauch participated from the audience. After the discussion, former President Clinton presented Ted Turner with the Democratic Leadership Council's Clinton Center Award for Leadership and National Service. Ted Turner was honored for his work as an environmentalist and philanthropist through the Turner Foundation, the United Nations Foundation, the Nuclear Threat Initiative, and other organizations. The event took place in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187440-1 Sat, 09 Jul 2005 23:59:56 GMT Politicians, celebrities, and others spoke in support of women's rights around the world, including family planning, education, and human rights. They also supported the preservation of abortion rights in the United States. Bands, including Betty, Indigo Girls, and Moby, entertained the crowd. Some speakers were not identified onscreen. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181451-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181451-1 Mon, 26 Apr 2004 06:05:02 GMT The National Academy of Television of Arts and Sciences presented its Trustees' Award to Comcast founder Ralph Roberts. Musical numbers were performed by the Keystone State Boys Choir. The ceremony took place at the National Building Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176914-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176914-1 Sat, 07 Jun 2003 11:12:26 GMT Ted Turner, Vice Chairman of AOL-Time Warner, spoke to students at the Harvard Law School Forum. He talked about his work on reducing nuclear weapons, but also took questions from the students and addressed his penchant for making controversial remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163150-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163150-1 Sun, 25 Mar 2001 01:01:00 GMT Mr. Turner and Senator Nunn announced the formation of the Nuclear Threat Initiative and spoke about efforts to curb nuclear proliferation and ensure greater safety for existing nuclear arsenals. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161646-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161646-1 Mon, 08 Jan 2001 20:18:12 GMT Company officials announced a proposed merger between Time Warner and America Online. They said that the merger would offer limitless ways to develop new Internet content and cross-promote their products. After their remarks they answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154622-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154622-1 Mon, 10 Jan 2000 21:26:43 GMT Mr. Turner spoke to graduates about the importance of time, imploring them not to waste time and to keep informed. He told them that family should come first before career and that money is not everything. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123160-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123160-1 Sun, 30 May 1999 00:32:12 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120257-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120257-1 Tue, 09 Feb 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Turner talked about issues facing the cable television industry in 1997. He spoke in his capacity as this year's president of the National Cable Television Association. Throughout his speech, he poked fun at his prepared remarks which were drafted by NCTA staff and provided his differences with their perspectives. After his remarks, he took questions from the audience. Some of Mr. Turner's language may be offensive to some viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77984-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77984-1 Tue, 21 Jan 1997 20:00:33 GMT The panelists talked about plans for the future of their telecommunications companies. They focused on the increasing variety of services becoming available to customers, as well as the issues of content for children. Computers and the Internet were also discussed. Vice President Gore presented a humorous history of the vice presidency and talked about the Telecommunications Act of 1996, children's programming, and the v-chip. Mr. Turner presented the vice president with an honorary CableAce Award. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71503-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71503-1 Sun, 05 May 1996 02:15:00 GMT After meeting with President Clinton and Vice President Gore, Mr. Valenti and television industry executives briefed reporters on a television ratings system which they promised to implement within twelve months. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70209-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70209-1 Fri, 01 Mar 1996 13:46:00 GMT Western Cable Show '95 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/68629-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/68629-1 Wed, 29 Nov 1995 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Turner spoke about his pioneering career in the development of the cable television industry. He emphasized that a life devoted to personal and the public interest is the key to success. After his remarks, he took questions from the audience. The School of Communications also presented Mr. Turner and his wife with baseball caps and sweatshirts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67542-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67542-1 Sun, 12 Nov 1995 12:59:00 GMT After meeting with several media industry and education leaders, Vice President Gore and President Clinton talked about the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors in ensuring that schools have the latest technological equipment. The Technology Corps has three main goals: technology grants for public-private partnerships to upgrade local schools; tho opportunity of personnel in high technology industries to volunteer in helping local schools set up new equipment; and the creation of a Technology Honor Society through which technologically literate students could help their schools and classmates. Before his prepared remarks on this issue, President Clinton emphasized that the U.S. will catch those responsible for the Amtrak train derailment in Arizona. He promised to do everything possible to ensure safety for all citizens. After the president departed, some of the other participants talked briefly about the meeting. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67547-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67547-1 Wed, 11 Oct 1995 08:33:00 GMT The International Press Freedom Awards were awarded to journalists from around the world for their exceptional physical and moral courage in pursuit of the truth. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61929-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61929-1 Sun, 04 Dec 1994 14:34:00 GMT Mr. Turner described the evils of business competition that sometimes limit progress, especially Time-Warner's blocking of his attempt to acquire another network. He responded to questions submitted by audience members. Some language may be offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/60473-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/60473-1 Sat, 01 Oct 1994 18:24:00 GMT The President hosted a State Dinner in the White House Rose Garden for the Emperor and Empress of Japan. During a dinner toast, the President stated, "we Americans are honored by your presence, and we deeply value the rich culture and history you represent. You embody a tradition that stretches back century after century, and a people who have brought the world a civilization of great elegance." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57768-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57768-1 Tue, 14 Jun 1994 05:06:02 GMT Mr. King interviewed each of the guests separately, the first three discussed the relationship between media technology and education and the last two discussing larger issues of how the cable industry will fit into the future of communications. Then Mr. King moderated a forum between the guests discussing these same issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57227-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57227-1 Sat, 28 May 1994 22:22:29 GMT In a forum during the Western Cable Show, panelists discussed the future and possibility of interactive television. In a demonstration of a new interactive network, Cablenet, panelists, audience members, and Prodigy participants registered their answers to questions about technology and market demand. These answers were projected on the screen interactively during the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52926-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52926-1 Sun, 12 Dec 1993 12:43:00 GMT Mr. Turner discussed the U.S. economic condition and his decision to sell some of his Turner Broadcasting assets. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/47175-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/47175-1 Mon, 19 Jul 1993 13:20:00 GMT In a speech at the Metropolitan Cable Club, Mr. Turner talked about the bill recently passed by Congress to regulate the cable industry. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/34257-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/34257-1 Sat, 07 Nov 1992 16:07:00 GMT Ms. Fonda and Mr. Turner, speaking as visiting fellows to the university's Institute of Politics, discussed the environmental opportunities for entrepreneurs and activists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/33041-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/33041-1 Fri, 09 Oct 1992 05:58:00 GMT During the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, better known as the Earth Summit, several representatives of international media outlets participated in a panel discussion on the presentation of environmental issues by the media. Media conglomerate owner Ted Turner chaired the panel, which was attended by a large audience. The panel members responded to questions from the audience following their prepared remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/26540-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/26540-1 Fri, 12 Jun 1992 00:16:00 GMT Ted Turner, owner of Cable News Network and Turner Broadcasting System, addressed the Conservative Leadership Conference on the topic, "Conservative and Liberals:Can They Be Civil?" He declared himself partially conservative and partially liberal, in favor of the free airing of opposing viewpoints in the national debate of issues. He advocated sportsmanship, respect, and friendliness between opponents in the ideological arena. Following his remarks, Mr. Turner responded to questions from members of the audience on international and national issues and media relations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22917-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22917-1 Sat, 23 Nov 1991 07:17:00 GMT Ted Turner, owner of Turner Broadcasting System and Cable News Network, introduced a short film on the work and effects of CNN on political awareness around the world. The film included scenes from the crackdown on dissent by Chinese officials in Tienanamen Square and the fall of Communism in Eastern Europe. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22916-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22916-1 Sat, 23 Nov 1991 07:05:00 GMT The committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 12, the Cable Television Consumer Protection Act of 1991. The bill was designed to regulate the prices and quality of cable television services, many of which existed as monopolies within the areas of their service. Mr. Adkisson and Mr. Sharp explained the problems that faced municipalities who have only one cable television supplier and must then deal with the cable operator on the operator's terms in regards to pricing and franchise renewal. Mr. Mooney, Mr. Turner, and Mr. Kennedy argued against S. 12, and advocated that action on cable pricing and services be dealt with by the FCC. Mr. Mooney said higher prices reflected a rise in cable television stations and services, a rise in cable television technology, and improvement in customer service standards. Mr. Kennedy said that cable television rates were kept artificially low during the period before cable television deregulation in 1984. Mr. Turner said cable television services were higher, in terms of programming and technology, than they had been previously. He also said that free broadcasting already provided competition to cable viewership, so reregulation was not necessary. Mr. Fritts and Mr. Hedlund spoke in favor of cable regulation and argued that cable television monopolies hurt broadcasters by keeping technological advances and rights to rebroadcasting of programming for themselves. Mr. Schmidt advocated in favor of S.B. 12, which he said would be effective in reinstituting competition among cable systems in the marketplace. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17081-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17081-1 Fri, 15 Mar 1991 10:27:17 GMT Gorbachev hosted a luncheon for about 60 people where he stressed the continuation of reform in the Soviet Union, the need for increased cooperation with the United States and the suggestion of a more cautious approach for the independence movement in Lithuania and the other Baltic states. Members of the audience offered toasts and words of welcome. President Gorbachev's remarks are in Russian with translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12508-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12508-1 Fri, 01 Jun 1990 03:01:00 GMT The panel is part of a forum entitled "Building the Institutions of Freedom." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12128-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12128-1 Fri, 04 May 1990 07:19:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/6613-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/6613-1 Sun, 12 Mar 1989 04:32:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3494-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3494-1 Tue, 19 Jul 1988 13:01:00 GMT The subcommittee held a hearing on viewer and consumer choices in cable television programming. Witnesses testified about the benefits and detriments of the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, which promoted deregulation the cable television industry. This video includes the original advertisements that aired in 1988. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/2557-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/2557-1 Thu, 12 May 1988 05:44:47 GMT General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev hosted a dinner at the Soviet Embassy with representatives of the publishing industry. General Secretary Gorbachev offered a statement on the changes going on in his country and then answered questions posed by editors and publishers gathered around a table in an editorial board-style meeting. Questions revolved around scientific, economic, and cultural issues emphasizing areas of cooperation and continued differences between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. The questioners were not identified. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/771-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/771-1 Sun, 13 Dec 1987 18:29:49 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150723-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150723-1 Wed, 29 Oct 1986 20:59:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125512-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125512-1 Tue, 09 Jul 1985 05:39:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88725-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88725-1 Fri, 01 Jul 1983 19:00:00 GMT The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on issues relating to retransmission of television signals by cable operators. The hearing followed a decision by the Copyright Tribunal Committee to raise fees for retransmission. The Senate and House were near agreement on compromise legislation and this decision threatened agreement among the parties. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88368-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88368-1 Fri, 03 Dec 1982 15:00:00 GMT