Topic: Television Archives

2 chapters across the catalog

Hush Up Boy!
Episode 1566 1:48:18 - 1:50:45

1566: Hush Up Boy!

Mr. Rogers Song on Gender and Identity

An archival song from Fred Rogers is played, in which he sings about the biological certainty of being born a boy or a girl. The lyrics emphasize that boys grow up to be daddies and girls grow up to be mommies. The segment highlights how cultural norms regarding gender identity have shifted significantly since the song was originally broadcast.

Deplatformed Duo
Episode 1280 53:33 - 57:56

1280: Deplatformed Duo

Media Licensing Business, Industry Political Polarization Anecdote

A business discussion regarding the licensing of Dutch television archives from the 1980s revealed deep political polarization within the industry. A partner in the venture from San Diego reportedly used the meeting to "virtue signal" and test political alignment, expressing disdain for Republican voters and traditional Texas culture. This interaction highlights the difficulty of conducting business in an environment where political tribalism precedes professional interests.