4 chapters across the catalog
The Ocean City Police Department in New Jersey launched a new drone program equipped with thermal cameras and live-streaming body cams. While police claim the technology is for public safety and locating missing persons, critics raise concerns about privacy and surveillance on beaches. The discussion also covers FAA Part 107 certification requirements for drone pilots.
A 3x3 media report begins with Becky Worley appearing in a giant sunflower field in Kansas for ABC News. The visual presentation is analyzed, with speculation that drone cameras or green screens were utilized to achieve the specific shots. There is further speculation regarding Worley's potential trajectory toward becoming a network anchor.
Drone Pavilion, Quadcopter Safety, Commercial Payloads
Adam Curry reports on the massive "drone pavilion" at NAB, noting the rapid growth of the industry since drones first appeared at the show years ago. He describes large-scale quadcopters with six-foot wingspans designed to carry heavy professional cameras. The hosts express concern over the lack of safety cages for the lethal, high-speed rotors and predict eventual accidents involving the technology.
Surveillance State, Peter King and Bloomberg Drones
Representative Peter King's advocacy for increased surveillance cameras in American cities is framed as a push toward a broader police state. The hosts link this initiative to Mayor Michael Bloomberg's comments supporting the use of drones over New York City. They argue that the Boston bombing is being used as a pretext to implement advanced surveillance technologies like the "Gorgon Stare" in domestic environments.
