3 chapters across the catalog
Illegal Streaming Felony, Copyright Law, Congressional Tactics
Tucked inside the massive omnibus spending bill is a provision that makes the illegal streaming of copyrighted content a felony. This legislative tactic of "smothering" controversial laws inside must-pass funding bills is criticized as a way to bypass public debate on issues that would never pass as standalone legislation.
The Copyright Office is reportedly considering elevating the penalty for unlicensed music streaming from a misdemeanor to a felony. This news is discussed alongside the ongoing curation of No Agenda show artwork and the possibility of a physical art gallery exhibit.
Movie Clip of the Week: Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid
The hosts introduce a new segment, "Movie Clip of the Week," featuring a scene from the Sam Peckinpah classic Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid. They briefly mention new legislation that makes streaming copyrighted content a felony, justifying their use of the clip as fair use for promotional purposes.
