7 chapters across the catalog
A photojournalist from Phoenix explains the industry term "Nat Pops," which refers to natural sounds like gunfire or explosions used to break up reporter narration in news packages. These sounds are a deliberate strategy to draw viewers into a story and are considered a mark of high-quality video editing. The hosts reflect on how these techniques are used in war reporting to create a more immersive experience.
Steve Bannon's Future and the Nat Turner Rebellion
President Trump expressed mixed support for chief strategist Steve Bannon, calling him a friend but noting he joined the campaign late. Speculation regarding Bannon's potential departure from the White House is linked to internal battles and accusations of leaking to the press. Additionally, a planned commemoration of the Nat Turner slave rebellion is discussed as fitting into the theme of modern societal frustration.
A discussion regarding technical issues with BitTorrent Sync 2.0 reveals that the software update continues to overwhelm router Network Address Translation (NAT) tables. The high volume of connections causes significant network slowdowns, a problem that persisted from version 1.0. Additionally, reports indicate the company recently laid off approximately 45% of its workforce due to revenue challenges.
London Air Traffic Control, The Glitch Explanation
A major air traffic control failure in London on a Friday was attributed by officials to a "glitch," a term the hosts criticize as non-technical and misleading. The failure reportedly involved an IBM S390 mainframe at the Swanwick operations center. Insiders suggest the system crashed after two incorrectly formatted flight plans were entered simultaneously, forcing controllers to revert to manual sequencing methods.
Richard Deacon, Internet-Based Aviation Systems
NATS CEO Richard Deacon addressed the London air traffic failure, citing a software problem within 4 million lines of code written in the 1990s. He announced a 575 million pound investment to transition to "internet-based systems" for greater resilience. Critics warn that moving critical aviation infrastructure to the internet increases vulnerability to hacking and cyberattacks.
Pioneers of Television and Sponsor Censorship
The PBS series *Pioneers of Television* is reviewed, focusing on how corporate sponsors historically censored content. Examples include the cancellation of the *Smothers Brothers* due to Vietnam War jokes and the refusal of sponsors to support Nat King Cole or Harry Belafonte due to racial prejudice. PBS is criticized for failing to name the specific sponsors involved, such as General Motors, to avoid offending current potential donors.
Seal Team 6 Movie, Harvey Weinstein, Political Propaganda
A new film titled "Seal Team 6: The Raid on Osama Bin Laden" is scheduled to air on the Nat Geo network just two days before the election. Backed by Harvey Weinstein, the film is criticized by Republicans as a propaganda tool for the Obama administration. The hosts compare it to the theatrical release "Zero Dark Thirty."
