Topic: Jen Briney

Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast appears on C-SPAN's Book TV to discuss her 100% listener-supported funding model. The segment highlights her explanation of the "value for value" system, which she credits to the No Agenda program. A listener-submitted tweet using show-specific code words is noted for going unacknowledged during the broadcast.

Podcast Movement 2022 in Dallas, Texas, is characterized as a highly corporate event where speaking slots are tied to sponsorship levels. Despite being a pioneer of the medium, one host notes he was never officially invited by organizers and only spoke via a slot provided by Buzzsprout. The "Value for Value" model is described as the antithesis of the conference's corporate and advertising-heavy focus.

Christian podcasters at the Dallas event report being threatened with expulsion if a single complaint is lodged against their content. Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast describes being shunned by peers for her reporting on the 2014 Ukraine coup and Victoria Nuland. The discussion centers on the increasing intolerance for non-mainstream political or religious views within the podcasting industry.

One host shares a personal anecdote about being corrected by a Dutch teacher who insisted the American flag had 52 stars; the host proved the teacher wrong using a recorded phone call to the US embassy. The show concludes with a preview of Jen Briney's Congressional Dish and a sign-off from Dallas.

The hosts thank associate executive producers and discuss the difficulty of writing newsletters, citing Jen Briney's reluctance despite her high-quality output. They also mention a recent interview with the team from Buzzsprout regarding the show's value-for-value production model.

Darren Grimes of the Grimerica show announces an upcoming interview with Jen Briney of Congressional Dish. A donation from David Alcock includes a humorous but crude story about naming audio tracks "dry" and "wet" pussy, leading to a critique of his production style. The hosts advise aspiring broadcasters to avoid forced "radio voices" and excessive profanity in their submissions.

A large group of donors contributing between $50 and $500 is acknowledged, including Sir Wayne Larcombe and Baronet Economic Hit Man. The hosts reiterate their commitment to the value-for-value model, avoiding corporate advertising to prevent "passive corruption." This term, borrowed from journalist Jen Briney, describes how advertisers subtly influence the content and editorial independence of broadcasters.

Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast appears on C-SPAN and credits Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak for perfecting the "Value for Value" funding model. A listener also calls into the program to mention the "Hillary Assassination Group" meme.

A recent interview on the Grimerica podcast highlighted the need for better "salesmanship" in the Value for Value model. The hosts argue that simply asking for money is insufficient; podcasters must constantly remind the audience of the specific value they receive. Jen Briney is cited as a successful example of a podcaster who effectively communicates the necessity of listener support to maintain a show's viability.

A civil debate on Twitter with Jen Briney of the *Congressional Dish* podcast focused on the legal nuances of the Flores Consent Decree and the "zero tolerance" policy. The discussion highlights the difficulty of discussing legal facts without being accused of defending the underlying policy. The exchange illustrates how emotional filters can cloud the judgment of even highly respected legislative researchers.

The logistics of the "Knighting" ceremony are clarified, describing a mental image of a grand hall with existing knights and dames. The hosts reiterate their preference for direct checks over Patreon, noting that physical mail provides "content" and supports the US Postal Service while avoiding high platform fees. They mention mentoring other podcasters like Jen Briney in this model.

Podcaster Jen Briney of "Congressional Dish" had her Amazon Associates account terminated for "incentivizing" purchases by telling listeners that using her links supports the show. Amazon's policy strictly prohibits encouraging users to bookmark links or stating that purchases provide financial support to a site. This highlights the precarious nature of relying on major tech platforms for revenue, as accounts can be closed without appeal or payment of outstanding fees.

Listeners celebrate ten years of the podcast, with one producer highlighting Jen Briney’s Congressional Dish as an essential companion program. Multiple donors from California and Indiana credit the show's media deconstruction for providing a "sanity check" against the school system and mainstream media.

Podcaster Jen Briney of "Congressional Dish" reportedly removed her show's theme music and jingles due to licensing restrictions on the iHeartRadio platform. The hosts criticize the move as a compromise of the podcast's identity for the sake of broader distribution. They emphasize the importance of the "Value for Value" model over corporate platform requirements.

Adam and John defend their "value-for-value" funding model, arguing that mentioning individual producers is not the same as taking corporate advertising from companies like General Electric. They note that other podcasters like Tom Merritt and Jen Briney have adopted similar models. The segment concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for Crash EMT, accompanied by a series of requested show jingles.