Current Affairs
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Current Affairs / TV Magic Johnson, Sean Ditty Combs get new networks on Comcast
Posted by Edward Adams on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 12:18 PM
- courtesy of PitchEngine
- Sean "Diddy" Combs
Sean "Diddy" Combs teased the announcement on Twitter today, linking to a post on PitchEngine featuring his big news in a YouTube video. Diddy's network REVOLT will be a news and music channel. Later today He tweeted the network is coming in 2013.
Combs explains, “REVOLT is the first channel created entirely from the ground up in this new era of social media” said Sean “Diddy” Combs. “We’re building this platform for artists to reach an extraordinary number of people in a completely different way. REVOLT will be live, like all great moments in television history. REVOLT will also be immediate, like today’s social networks. We know it was a highly competitive process and we want to thank Comcast for this opportunity to truly change television with REVOLT.”
Magic Johnson network Aspire is a partnership with Gospel Music Channel (GMC TV) that will offer "uplifting" portrays of African-American television shows and movies.
"Aspire will be a network that encourages and challenges African-Americans to reach for their dreams and will appeal to all generations. Aspire will celebrate our heritage, our groundbreaking achievements and the fearless talent that has shaped American culture," says Johnson.
The four new channels are part of a 10 channel public interest initiative offered through their transaction with NBCUniversal. Comcast is the majority owner and manager of NBCUniversal which includes NBC, USA, SyFy and among other well-known networks.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Current Affairs / Film Los Aliens - 'The Battle of Los Angeles' 76th anniversary
Posted by Edward Adams on Fri, Feb 25, 2011 at 2:19 PM
According to Wikipedia, the Navy let loose a barrage at what they thought was another Japanese attack force but the object(s) they fired upon were never determined. The assault created a panic in the city as the media tried to capture another potential attack on U.S. soil. Later the Secretary of the Navy, Frank Knox declared it a false alarm and bad case of "war nerves." After all, this was a mere two months after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. After further investigation from the Air Force, they declared it was probably an errant weather balloon.
Friday, January 26, 2007
Politics / Current Affairs / Film / podcast Breached and Declassified
Posted by Web Editor on Fri, Jan 26, 2007 at 11:43 PM
Ed talks with former FBI investigation specialist, Eric O'Neill (pictured left) and director/writer, Billy Ray (pictured right) about the capture of FBI Special Agent, Robert Hanssen (2001) featured in the upcoming film, Breach. Plus Alejandro shares his views on a few subjects.
Links:
Breach Official Movie Website: Chronicling the pursuit and capture of this infamous FBI case.
The FBI web site: Find out what they had to say in their own words, including declassified documents about their investigation and what lead to his capture.
CNN's Special Report: Ted's people did a great job covering this case. Check out what they have on the case and the inner-workings of Robert Hanssen.
Politics / Current Affairs / Film / podcast God Grew Tired of Us
Posted by Web Editor on Fri, Jan 26, 2007 at 11:32 PM
Ed interviews John Dau, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, who is featured in the upcoming documentary God Grew Tired of Us. Alejandro has this week's cover story updates (including Carlton Hargro's Fantasia user-generated interview)
Links:
God Grew Tired of Us Official Website: learn more about the Lost Boys of Sudan and about relief efforts.
International Rescue Committee: The organization which provide refuge and relocation for the lost boys
Direct Change: John is the new Director for Sudanese efforts. Find out more about the organization, their projects and how you can help.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Current Affairs / Film / podcast Dog meets dog
Posted by Web Editor on Fri, Dec 22, 2006 at 6:20 PM
In this episode of EL Bacon (like the nickname), Ed sits down with writer, director, Nick Cassavetes to discuss his views on movie making and his new feature film "Alpha Dog" starring Bruce Willis, Sharon Stone and Justin Timberlake. Alejandro give us a heads up on what going on at the Loaf.
Links:
Alpha Dog official movie web site: Yeah, yeah it's got JT in it. He's bringing sexy back...to crime.
Court TV's crimelibrary: It's practically criminal if you don't find this archive of devious transgressions entertaining.
Internet Movie Database (IMDB): A co-worker thought Nick was a "tall drink of water." Aside from that, he's a talented writer and director. Read more about him and his projects on his IMDB profile page.
Friday, April 28, 2006
Current Affairs / Arts/Culture / podcast Umoja!
Posted by Web Editor on Fri, Apr 28, 2006 at 5:39 AM
Aaron and Ed have a candid discussion with Lucy Hamlet and Thembi Nyandeni from the hit musical Umoja The Spirit Of Togetherness.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Current Affairs / podcast Color Guards
Posted by Web Editor on Mon, Mar 20, 2006 at 5:36 AM
Ed and Aaron speak candidly about race and race relations with Gerald Boyd of the National Coalition Building Institute.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Current Affairs / podcast Questions and Absurd
Posted by Web Editor on Fri, Mar 3, 2006 at 8:33 AM
Ed and Aaron take questions to the street and answer listener's questions.
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Current Affairs / podcast Aaron Loves Pudding!
Posted by Web Editor on Tue, Feb 28, 2006 at 8:32 AM
Finally, we find out what Aaron likes. Ed discusses his tempered dislike of NASA along with a few other things. We also find out the power of the bleep button...'nuff said.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Current Affairs / Sports / podcast Oh Izzy, where art thou?
Posted by Web Editor on Thu, Feb 16, 2006 at 5:31 AM
Ed and Aaron discuss issues and sports for people with disabilities with Karin Korb and Maria Portgee of BlazeSports America.
