http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/38084 William Kennard'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 12:01:49 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=38084&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/38084 136 488 Head shot of {$person->name} After welcoming remarks, Kyle McSlarow talked about the state of the cable industry. William Kennard then moderated a panel titled titled "Agenda for the New Media Era." Participants focused on issues such as innovative delivery systems and new technology, media content issues, meeting consumer demands, and the future of the cable industry in a weak economy. "The Cable Show '09" was held at the Washington Convention Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285019-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285019-1 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:03:08 GMT Former FCC chairs Reed Hundt and William Kennard discussed the future of the commission under President-Elect Obama's new administration. Moderator Gigi Kohn listed ideas generated in previous sessions for FCC reform, which included becoming more innovation- and data-driven; increased diversity, transparency, and academic and public input; and personnel who promote the public interest. Mr. Hundt and Mr. Kennard were then asked to talk about which suggestions they liked or disliked and how each would reform the FCC. Afterward, they responded to written questions submitted by audience members. This was a keynote event of the conference "Reforming The Federal Communications Commission" held at the National Press Club. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283109-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283109-3 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:31:00 GMT Michael Powell talked about Internet and broadband policies that could led to new job creation, higher quality education, and improvd health care for African Americans. "Answering the Digital Pathway Challenge" was the closing plenary session of the 32nd Annual Legislative Conference of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, held at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282873-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282873-1 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:07:32 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 Former members of the Federal Communications Commission talked about the positions of the three major 2008 Presidential campaigns on telecommunications policy. Former Commissioner Abernathy moderated. Topics included the types of qualifications each candidate would look for in FCC appointees; how government, innovation, and technology fit together; and the role government should take in making broadband technology to more accessible to rural and underserved areas. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205422-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205422-1 Sat, 31 May 2008 00:00:38 GMT Kyle McSlarrow delivered the opening keynote address at "The Cable Show '08." Former FCC Chairman William Kennard moderated a panel discussion on broadband media with executives in digital media, technology and telecommunications. Topics included the new business models being derived from technological advancements and changes in consumer behaviors. "Generation Next: What's Now and What's New in Broadband Media" was a general session of the National Cable and Telecommunications Association "The Cable Show" held in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205422-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205422-2 Wed, 28 May 2008 00:01:06 GMT Kyle McSlarrow delivered the keynote address, giving an overview of the telecommunications marketplace. Then a discussion on the customer alternatives afforded by competition in the cable industry was moderated by William Kennard. This general session of the "The Cable Show '07," was titled "State of the Industry: Competition Works, Customers Win!" http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197997-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197997-1 Sat, 19 May 2007 14:03:28 GMT The general session was titled, "Add Cable and Stir: A Recipe for Business Success." Industry CEOs, moderated by former FCC Chairman Kennard, discussed successful cable business models and industry trends. Topics included the positioning of cable to prosper and profit in developing markets for telephony, data, interactivity, and video services, even as competition becomes fierce. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192016-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192016-1 Sun, 23 Apr 2006 01:15:45 GMT Mr. Kennard spoke to reporters about the final approval of a merger between America Online and Time Warner. Following his remarks he answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161765-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161765-1 Sat, 13 Jan 2001 02:12:19 GMT Committee members heard testimony on management practices at the Federal Communications Commission and other topics such as staffing, deregulation and competition. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159628-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159628-1 Mon, 09 Oct 2000 13:58:34 GMT Following the presentation of the millennium award to Nelson Mandela, Vice President Gore and President Clinton spoke to the Congressional Black Caucus about ways to empower minorities. President Clinton thanked the caucus for their support during his administration and pledged continued support for their goals. Ms. Rashad acted as master of ceremonies. Rep. Clayton is chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159242-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159242-1 Sun, 17 Sep 2000 01:43:26 GMT Witnesses testified about possible legislation to implement the Basic Telecommunications Agreement of the World Trade Organization, which would open markets to foreign companies. Among the issues addressed were security and privacy matters, what restrictions government regulators could place on foreign companies seeking holdings in the U.S. market, and the possible impacts on the U.S. economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159111-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159111-1 Fri, 08 Sep 2000 02:26:48 GMT Commissioners heard testimony on the proposed merger between Time-Warner and America OnLine. U.S. broad-band service issues were discussed such as the effect of the merger on promises of accelerated broad-band deployment, more innovative services and continued commitment to multiple broad-band platforms. One objective of the hearing was to discover whether the merger would interfere with progress toward statutory objectives such as the FCC tries to bring more services and competition to the public. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158448-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158448-1 Fri, 28 Jul 2000 02:57:18 GMT Mr. Kennard briefed reporters on current issues in telecommunications. He focused on the Internet and cable television. He also responded to media questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158000-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158000-1 Sat, 01 Jul 2000 06:05:09 GMT Mr. Kennard talked about the impacts of the 1996 Telecommunications Act on the communications industry. Among the topics he addressed were the increased competition in the industry and the Internet's impact on the job market, consumer markets, and industry competition. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155263-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155263-1 Wed, 09 Feb 2000 09:53:14 GMT Chairman Kennard talked about new initiatives to promote competition, liberalization, and privatization of the media in African countries. He focused on the growth of the telecommunications industry and the importance of providing everyone with access to that information. After his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155199-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155199-1 Sat, 05 Feb 2000 11:07:52 GMT Mr. Kennard spoke to reporters about the state of the communications industry, the impact that the Internet had had, and future changes in the industry. After his remarks he answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154812-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154812-1 Thu, 20 Jan 2000 07:40:34 GMT Chairman Kennard announced that the Federal Communications Commission has granted Bell Atlantic permission to offer long distance telephone service to its customers. It is the first regional telephone company to be allowed to offer long distance service. The chairman said that this decision is an effort to allow greater consumer choice, as mandated by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. After his prepared remarks he responded to questions from the media. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154314-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154314-1 Thu, 23 Dec 1999 11:14:49 GMT Witnesses testified about the state of the telecommunications industry and about the recent wave of mergers in the industry. Among the issues they addressed were to effects of the mergers on competition, what standards the government should adopt to ensure future competition, and how these mergers affect the consumer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153428-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153428-1 Tue, 09 Nov 1999 01:26:23 GMT Government officials and communication industry leaders met to discuss ways to provide better communications access to rural customers, particularly in the area of Internet access. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151987-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151987-1 Fri, 10 Sep 1999 02:55:15 GMT Mr. Kennard talked about his recent trip to Africa as part of the Federal Communications Commissions' program to help developing nations improve communications services. After his prepared remarks, he discussed the problems related to Southern Africa with telecommunications industry officials, who spoke about what their companies were doing on the continent. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151851-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151851-1 Wed, 01 Sep 1999 05:42:03 GMT Participants talked about the government's role in protecting children from violence, including domestic violence, violence in the media, and about programs which sucessfully help parents raise children. At various points in the program videos were shown which highlighted the programs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125418-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125418-1 Fri, 25 Jun 1999 06:07:46 GMT Mr. Kennard and others focused on the development of telecommunications in Africa. They talked about how advancements in technology have increased trade between Africa and the United States. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124111-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124111-1 Thu, 03 Jun 1999 08:53:25 GMT Witnesses testified about the progress of the Federal Communications Commission. They focused on the implementation of the V-chip and the increased competition in the telecommunications market. They also talked about the universal service support now in place in the industry and how many consumers feel that the fee for this service is too high. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123848-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123848-1 Fri, 28 May 1999 06:16:36 GMT Following a White House conference on youth violence, conferees talked with reporters on the results of the meeting and the recent shootings in Littleton, Colorado. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123191-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123191-1 Tue, 11 May 1999 02:42:36 GMT Mr. Turow talked with reporters about the Annenberg Public Policy Center's recently-released report about the influence of the Internet on the family. The report found that 60 percent of U.S. households have personal computers, and that of those, 61 percent are connected to the Internet. According to the report parents are concerned that children will become "isolated," or will develop "anti-social behavior." Mr. Kennard also talked about the report, the effects of the Internet on the family, and the future of the Internet. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123021-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123021-1 Wed, 05 May 1999 04:01:30 GMT Officials from the Federal Communications Commission released a report on the readiness of the communications industry to face potential problems when the date changes to January 1, 2000. They were generally optimistic that telephone, cable, and satellite systems would not be interrupted, but expressed fear that some international systems were not fully prepared. After their comments they answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122171-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122171-1 Wed, 31 Mar 1999 09:27:29 GMT Mr. Kennard talked about how telecommunications is profoundly changing the way products are bought and sold today. He described an FCC policy that consumers who get "slammed" do not have to pay their telephone bill from that company. He commented on new guidelines of the FCC to help consumers. He took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/119947-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/119947-1 Fri, 05 Feb 1999 11:01:00 GMT Mr. Kennard talked about the "marriage" between Wall Street and main street. Among other issues Mr. Kemp talked about lowering tax rates. Mr. Sweeney spoke about the work that the AFL-CIO plans to do to support the programs President Clinton proposed in his State of the Union address. He also commented on the concern in the labor movement for the poor and their need for good jobs. The panelists talked about how to build the bridge between Wall Street and the poor and the need to bring about economic revitalization in the low income communities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/118407-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/118407-1 Wed, 17 Feb 1999 23:42:00 GMT Mr. Kennard outlined the highlights of the coming year's agenda for the FCC. He stated that every major economic indicator in the communications sector is up. He said that nine million Americans did their Christmas shopping on the Internet which is twice the number of last year. He also mentioned that long distance bills are lower than they were a decade ago. Mr. Kennard talked about the goals for the coming year which include promoting more competition, more innovation, technology, and accessibility. After his prepared remarks he took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/118218-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/118218-1 Fri, 08 Jan 1999 09:07:00 GMT The panelists discussed the positive and negative aspects of the Bell Atlantic merger with GTE. Panelists also debated about Bell Atlantic's behavior in reference to meeting the public standard. The panelists took questions from the moderators. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116657-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116657-1 Mon, 14 Dec 1998 17:30:00 GMT Panelists discussed the proposed merger between Ameritech and SBC Communications. While proponents of the merger argued that service and access to the internet would be made more readily available, detractors complained that lack of competition would ultimately hurt service. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116650-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116650-1 Mon, 14 Dec 1998 16:19:00 GMT Consumer activists argued against a proposed merger between SBC Communications and Ameritech claiming that in other such mergers telephone service deteriorated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116639-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116639-1 Tue, 15 Dec 1998 03:13:23 GMT Panelists discussed the proposed merger between AT&T and TCI cable services. They focused on if the merger will benefit local customers with increased competition and lower rates. They also looked at how the merger would affect access to other cable networks. After their prepared remarks panelists took questions from the commission. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116640-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116640-1 Mon, 14 Dec 1998 19:19:00 GMT Commissioners addressed the issues of mergers proposed by various companies of the telecommunications industry. Executives discussed the benefits of consolidation for consumers. They talked about the technological aspects of the mergers and how they can provide more benefits to consumers without challenging competition or choices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114133-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114133-1 Fri, 23 Oct 1998 03:04:00 GMT Addressing the Federal Communications Bar Association, Mr. Kennard talked about the kinds of changes that the development of broadband communications technologies might bring into American households. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107852-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107852-1 Sat, 27 Jun 1998 15:05:00 GMT Senators heard testimony on the funding of the Federal Communications Commission. Among the topics discussed were Internet access for public schools, and cable television. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107134-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107134-1 Thu, 11 Jun 1998 03:45:00 GMT Chairman Kennard and commissioners of the Federal Communications Commission appeared individually to talk about the role of the FCC and communication issues. Each responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Because of FCC regulations, they could not all appear at the same time. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104815-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104815-1 Fri, 08 May 1998 11:45:00 GMT Chairman Kennard addresed the National Cable Television Association during their annual meeting. He talked about the future of the cable industry and its relationship to the federal government. Following his prepared remarks, Chairman Kennard answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105120-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105120-1 Fri, 08 May 1998 10:21:00 GMT Mr. Kennard spoke about FCC efforts to implement the Telecommunications Act of 1996. He also talked about issues the commission will be discussing this year including universal telephone service and deregulation efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104431-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104431-1 Tue, 28 Apr 1998 09:15:00 GMT Subcommittee members heard testimony from regulatory officials concerning the implementation of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. They testified specifically about the problems with the opening of local telephone markets to competition and the complementary opening of long distance markets through application by local telephone companies under certain conditions. Witnesses testified about how this can be implemented, such as through allowing local telephone monopolies into the long distance market if they agree to release their monopoly status in the local market. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101572-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101572-1 Sat, 07 Mar 1998 17:08:00 GMT Chairman Kennard held a news conference to release a Federal Communications Report on the implications of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 on cable competition. He stated that the FCC is committed to allowing competition in the long run but also protecting consumers from rising cable rates in the intermediate period. He also stated that the FCC must implement rules to spur the development of competition by allowing equal access to consumers for non-cable entities, such as digital satellite services. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/98609-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/98609-1 Tue, 13 Jan 1998 22:40:00 GMT Chairman Kennard announced that the Federal Communications Commission had denied the BellSouth application to provide long distance services in South Carolina. He stressed that BellSouth has not sufficiently opened its local market there. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97641-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97641-1 Thu, 25 Dec 1997 11:50:00 GMT The Federal Communications Commission held a hearing to discuss the status of competition in the cable industry and how much consumer choice exists in the marketplace. Officials from the cable industry expressed their opinions on the situation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97177-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97177-1 Fri, 19 Dec 1997 03:31:47 GMT Commissioners discussed rules for several issues, including common carrier complaints, bidding for broadcast licenses and foreign participation in the U.S. telecommunications industry under the World Trade Organization. They also heard testimony from various agency and independent experts. This was the first meeting held with the four new commissioners. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95793-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95793-1 Wed, 26 Nov 1997 01:03:00 GMT Vice President Gore administered the oath of office to the newly confirmed chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, William Kennard and one of the new commissioners, Gloria Tristani. In his remarks, the vice president spoke about the importance of the Federal Communications Commission in regulating technological changes to the public advantage. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95094-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95094-1 Mon, 10 Nov 1997 07:41:12 GMT Committee members heard testimony from Mr. Kennard, President Clinton's nominee to succeed Reed Hundt as chair of the Federal Communications Commission. He testified about several issues facing the agency, including local telephone and cable deregulation, as well as television ratings and digital technologies. He promised to speed up efforts to implement deregulation under the Telecommunications Act of 1996, but did not specify how he would do so. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/92278-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/92278-1 Thu, 02 Oct 1997 01:12:00 GMT Committee members heard testimony concerning legislation to make stricter laws against altering electronic equipment, such as radio scanners, in order to eavesdrop on cellular telephone conversations. Similar legislation initiated by Rep. Markey became law in 1994, but has not prevented persons from altering such devices or businesses from helping them do it. Mr. Wheeler urged Congress to pass tougher laws and Mr. Grove testified that it is not illegal to sell equipment to modify such devices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78631-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78631-1 Thu, 06 Feb 1997 00:58:00 GMT Participants briefed the audience on ways to obtain more and better information about Federal Communications Commission (FCC) activities and to contact the FCC about personal concerns. They also explained the details of several FCC legal procedures which it uses to enforce communications regulations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72626-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72626-1 Sat, 01 Jun 1996 08:07:00 GMT