Episodes

  • Mike Wassenaar

    Mike Wassenaar
    Jan 23 2020
    In this episode of the “Community Media Podcast,” host John Collins welcomes Michael Wassenaar, President-CEO of the Alliance for Community Media, the educational, advocacy and lobbying organization that represents over 1000 local media outlets across the US. The ACM works tirelessly to support and promote these public, educational, and government access (PEG) cable TV organizations and community media centers that strive to promote interest in local issues and events. In the podcast, Mr. Wassenaar offers some thought provoking ideas about the value of these community media centers when it comes to their roles in promoting civic engagement and protecting and increasing freedom of expression. Wassenaar also speaks to the challenges PEG channels face today and going forward. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to the "Community Media Podcast," tell someone you know about it and visit us on the web at qptv.org/cmpodcast
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    17 mins
  • Oswald Williams

    Oswald Williams
    Jan 23 2020
    Do you have an idea for a television show or series? How do you become a TV Producer? In this episode of the "Community Media Podcast," host John Collins interviews Mr. Oswald Williams, an award winning Queens Public Television producer, about the path that ultimately provided him with the opportunity to create his own unique TV programs. Mr. Williams discusses the influences that led him to his work at the QPTV Media Center, while praising the facilities and resources found there. Williams also offers his advice to fledgling producers and emphasizes the importance of training provided by community media centers such as QPTV, which gives producers the freedom and support to express their personal vision. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to the "Community Media Podcast," tell someone you know about it and visit us on the web at qptv.org/cmpodcast
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    15 mins