Episode 6 Timeframe
As sweeps ends and the shows go into reruns into the new year, we will be putting our our final podcast (for this year). An extra long year end wrap up special, we will put a spin on the happenings this year in good tv, our show and it's evolution, the future of the show and site around it, as well as discuss all of the happenings since episode 5. Why only one more this year? Working on the new site, and a certain fixation with a certain new videogame console has me tied up quite a bit...but yeah..keep checking back for ep 6 come early December.
Real TV show downloads + more
I wish I could say that these people listen to the show and took my idea, but unless one of the five people that heard me say it took it to Time Warner, that's probably not true.
LINK
In what I consider to be a great idea, some classic TV shows will be put on a controlled P2P network via AOL, downloadable for free, and supported by 1-2 minutes of ads. This is really the only way to combat illegal downloads, by making them free and readily available. Granted, it's only classic shows, but hopefully this catches on and becomes more popular than Video Itunes and CBS/NBC's venture.
What CBS/NBC venture? Click .
Which of these three end up most successful will likely determine the future of legal TV downloading. Also watch how Howard's subscription program pans out this Friday.
Did you know? Some inside Stealing Cable facts.
-most of our blog hits are from searches about how to steal cable.
-Canadian Jake was originally to be a guest to talk about Battlestar but worked out so well that we brought him on for a permanent host position
-Canadian Jake is actually in charge of the blog, but has posted fewer than anyone else.
-The actual show is drawn from a 2-3 hour skype call. Episodes 1, 2, and 4 were unedited.
-I plan on making the unreleased episode 1 available for download in a bundle with episode 6 on a torrent site. I just need to find a legal torrent site. We've come a long way.
The show will be back next week..there's so much to cover, it may be longer than usual. The new full blown Stealing Cable site has generated quite a bit of buzz amongst our little base, but just to calm that down a little bit, this is a little of a ways down the road. The show has already began to slowly morph into what I have in mind. The site to match that vision will be around next year.
LINK
In what I consider to be a great idea, some classic TV shows will be put on a controlled P2P network via AOL, downloadable for free, and supported by 1-2 minutes of ads. This is really the only way to combat illegal downloads, by making them free and readily available. Granted, it's only classic shows, but hopefully this catches on and becomes more popular than Video Itunes and CBS/NBC's venture.
What CBS/NBC venture? Click .
Which of these three end up most successful will likely determine the future of legal TV downloading. Also watch how Howard's subscription program pans out this Friday.
Did you know? Some inside Stealing Cable facts.
-most of our blog hits are from searches about how to steal cable.
-Canadian Jake was originally to be a guest to talk about Battlestar but worked out so well that we brought him on for a permanent host position
-Canadian Jake is actually in charge of the blog, but has posted fewer than anyone else.
-The actual show is drawn from a 2-3 hour skype call. Episodes 1, 2, and 4 were unedited.
-I plan on making the unreleased episode 1 available for download in a bundle with episode 6 on a torrent site. I just need to find a legal torrent site. We've come a long way.
The show will be back next week..there's so much to cover, it may be longer than usual. The new full blown Stealing Cable site has generated quite a bit of buzz amongst our little base, but just to calm that down a little bit, this is a little of a ways down the road. The show has already began to slowly morph into what I have in mind. The site to match that vision will be around next year.
Update
As always I want to start out by saying how pleasantly surprised I am at the positive response that the show has been receiving and the increasing popularity. Thank you for your support. This podcast is for you.
With that, the staff here is looking at a full website. In order to make this happen, our staff would have to increase quite a bit. People with experience in html, blogging, podcasting, and fans of media (not just TV) in general that would be willing to work for glory and recognition, send an email to whattowatch@gmail.com with some contact information, and preferably a link to your work, be it a blog or website. What kinds of expansions am I talking about? Stay tuned.
There will be no podcast next monday, but this isn't your typical lull, we just decided to spend the week thinking about what we can do with a full site. Your suggestions, as always, are welcome. With that said, here are some news bits.
I haven't been able to confirm this yet, but the source appears to be pretty accurate: Arrested Development's episode order has been cut from 22 to 13, and it has been pulled completely from sweeps. This is all but cancelled folks, and it hurts to say it. At this point, I'm not militantly upset like earlier in the year when season 2 was cut, because Fox really gave it their all and probably got behind the show for 2 seasons longer than any other network would. This one is for reals, going out on top of the game. The funniest show of all time, and a huge inspiration for doing this Stealing Cable project.
Howard Stern's In Demand network goes live on November 18th, featuring uncensored versions of the old E show and new content beginning with Stern's January move to Sirius satellite radio, as well as whatever Stern dreams up. I'm a huge fan of Howard, so I am pretty excited, even though the monthly fee for the channel will be more than HBO. More importantly if this is a success, we could see a template for one of our favorite topics, alternative venues for TV shows.
Speaking of alternative venues, NBC and CBS will begin offering certain shows on In Demand for 99 cents a pop. I haven't been able to confirm DRM specifics, but while I am for this, this seems to be a half hearted step in the right direction with strings attached (kind of like I tunes.) This is cheaper than the ABC itunes offerings, but the strings attached could make that dollar worth it.
Finally, Stealing Cable has recieved the "Five Star" award from podspider.com. I'm not sure how or based on what criteria, but rest assured I will be referring to the show as the Award Winning Stealing Cable from now on.
The podcast will return on the 20th, so enjoy your new head blogger Canadian Jake, as well as the periodic updates from myself, Faze, and Brendan until then.
Much Love-
The King of all Podcast Media
With that, the staff here is looking at a full website. In order to make this happen, our staff would have to increase quite a bit. People with experience in html, blogging, podcasting, and fans of media (not just TV) in general that would be willing to work for glory and recognition, send an email to whattowatch@gmail.com with some contact information, and preferably a link to your work, be it a blog or website. What kinds of expansions am I talking about? Stay tuned.
There will be no podcast next monday, but this isn't your typical lull, we just decided to spend the week thinking about what we can do with a full site. Your suggestions, as always, are welcome. With that said, here are some news bits.
I haven't been able to confirm this yet, but the source appears to be pretty accurate: Arrested Development's episode order has been cut from 22 to 13, and it has been pulled completely from sweeps. This is all but cancelled folks, and it hurts to say it. At this point, I'm not militantly upset like earlier in the year when season 2 was cut, because Fox really gave it their all and probably got behind the show for 2 seasons longer than any other network would. This one is for reals, going out on top of the game. The funniest show of all time, and a huge inspiration for doing this Stealing Cable project.
Howard Stern's In Demand network goes live on November 18th, featuring uncensored versions of the old E show and new content beginning with Stern's January move to Sirius satellite radio, as well as whatever Stern dreams up. I'm a huge fan of Howard, so I am pretty excited, even though the monthly fee for the channel will be more than HBO. More importantly if this is a success, we could see a template for one of our favorite topics, alternative venues for TV shows.
Speaking of alternative venues, NBC and CBS will begin offering certain shows on In Demand for 99 cents a pop. I haven't been able to confirm DRM specifics, but while I am for this, this seems to be a half hearted step in the right direction with strings attached (kind of like I tunes.) This is cheaper than the ABC itunes offerings, but the strings attached could make that dollar worth it.
Finally, Stealing Cable has recieved the "Five Star" award from podspider.com. I'm not sure how or based on what criteria, but rest assured I will be referring to the show as the Award Winning Stealing Cable from now on.
The podcast will return on the 20th, so enjoy your new head blogger Canadian Jake, as well as the periodic updates from myself, Faze, and Brendan until then.
Much Love-
The King of all Podcast Media
Episode 5: Edited by Alan Smithee
Episode 5 is LIVE!
Featuring the hard hitting back and forth and the take no prisioners attitude you have come to love..or not.
Hear us discuss:
The weight of Jake's microphone
Kyle Corkum's essay of hate
Justin Vs. Lost
The three best shows of all time
Can a tv show exist without a network?
We answer every listener mail and comment...
+ more
Yes thats right, it's out and it's on time. Subscribers will have first bite at this, bit torrent will go live shortly there after.
Direct Link HERE!
Enjoy.
Featuring the hard hitting back and forth and the take no prisioners attitude you have come to love..or not.
Hear us discuss:
The weight of Jake's microphone
Kyle Corkum's essay of hate
Justin Vs. Lost
The three best shows of all time
Can a tv show exist without a network?
We answer every listener mail and comment...
+ more
Yes thats right, it's out and it's on time. Subscribers will have first bite at this, bit torrent will go live shortly there after.
Direct Link HERE!
Enjoy.
Editing
Eventually, once we get big time it is my vision to release behind the scenes looks into the recording of Stealing Cable. Often, some of the funniest stuff is stuff that is not relevant to the show and just us shootin the shit before we record off of skype.
Anyway, hang tight. Episode 5 should be cut for your pleasure come sunday night. Oh, and I got my iTunes working again. Man its really easy just to subscribe to our podcast. I sleep better at night knowing its so easy to access our genius.
Anyway, hang tight. Episode 5 should be cut for your pleasure come sunday night. Oh, and I got my iTunes working again. Man its really easy just to subscribe to our podcast. I sleep better at night knowing its so easy to access our genius.
What's The Best New Show of 2006?
"Studio 7 On The Sunset Strip."
Those of you who've read this site from the beginning know that in the pantheon of television creators, I believe Aaron Sorkin occupies a very small plateau. If he just created "Sports Night," that would be enough to secure him a devoted fanbase. But then the man went on to create and write almost all four seasons of "The West Wing," crafting some of the most legendary hours of television in history. (Please see my earlier argument that "Two Cathedrals," the second season finale, is the second-greatest dramatic tv episode of all time.)
Recently, the man set off a bidding war for his new hour-long drama/comedy (I refuse to use dramady), the aformentioned 'Studio 7.' NBC won, and has agreed to produce an unprecedented thirteen episodes. All based on a single spec script. Sorkin will co-produce the series with his directorial partner, the legendary Thomas Schlamme (or as we in the Sorkin obsessed fanbase call him, Tommy! Schlamme!)
The premise is simple enough: the high drama of 'West Wing' with the backstage antics of 'Sports Night,' all set at a long-running sketch comedy show in Los Angeles.
In short: Sorkin takes on SNL.
I've read some of the sides. They're brilliant. Bill Simmons, the best sports writer today, agrees with me.
Set your TiVos now. Sorkin and Schlamme are back, and you're not going to want to miss it.
Those of you who've read this site from the beginning know that in the pantheon of television creators, I believe Aaron Sorkin occupies a very small plateau. If he just created "Sports Night," that would be enough to secure him a devoted fanbase. But then the man went on to create and write almost all four seasons of "The West Wing," crafting some of the most legendary hours of television in history. (Please see my earlier argument that "Two Cathedrals," the second season finale, is the second-greatest dramatic tv episode of all time.)
Recently, the man set off a bidding war for his new hour-long drama/comedy (I refuse to use dramady), the aformentioned 'Studio 7.' NBC won, and has agreed to produce an unprecedented thirteen episodes. All based on a single spec script. Sorkin will co-produce the series with his directorial partner, the legendary Thomas Schlamme (or as we in the Sorkin obsessed fanbase call him, Tommy! Schlamme!)
The premise is simple enough: the high drama of 'West Wing' with the backstage antics of 'Sports Night,' all set at a long-running sketch comedy show in Los Angeles.
In short: Sorkin takes on SNL.
I've read some of the sides. They're brilliant. Bill Simmons, the best sports writer today, agrees with me.
Set your TiVos now. Sorkin and Schlamme are back, and you're not going to want to miss it.
Episode 5, so soon?
That's right people, we've recorded it. I'm not sure as to when you'll be able to get your hand on it. Most likely next week or so. I've got to say it's pretty good. Funny and informative; we also address "The Corkum" factor. You also get to find out why me and Faze call each other Booty and Storn. Justin makes some "interesting" points about Lost. All and all a good episode, and I'm sure you'll all love...minus one Kyle.
With shout outs,
Jake
With shout outs,
Jake
Sir, my I say one thing?
Greetings people, this is Jake. Justin has set me up on these lovely little blog/forums so I'll be posting alot. Anyhow, so I'm the Canadian guy. Who they sometimes call Storn.
With love,
Jake
With love,
Jake
updating yall
Thanks for downloading the latest episode. As we go on to work on our next episode, I thought it would be a good time to, what else, solicit feedback. What kinds of things would you like to see on the blog side of the site? Was the daily "What to Watch" something that should be brought back? More coverage of Kristen and Ausiello? Daily TV news events? Let us know. Episode 5 is coming sooner than you'd expect if you're a vet around here..if ep 4 was the first one you heard..we're pleased to actually pump them out on time! Also welcome Canadian Jake to the blog. His fine ass has just been such a hit on the show that I thought I would bring him on this side of things. Finally, I talked to our best blogger, Bud, and his writers block is finished..he will be back soon. Feedback people!
Episode 4: Borrowing Cable
The 'cast is now available via direct link here. Itunes and subscribers should have this available as soon as feedburner picks it up.
We tried something pretty different for this cast, steering away from long discussions about certain shows and trying to wrench or pad them out depending on time and went with more broad topics and a free form discussion. The results are much more natural and you will be hearing more of myself, Faze and Jake's personality coming through. I stand by this as our best podcast yet, and I think we have found our groove.
Topics:
Where the hell have we been?
Itunes TV show downloads
Howard Stern goes on-demand
One month into fall tv 05
Hope you have as much fun listening as we did making this one. Let us know what you think with the email link or hell, even leave a comment here!
Enjoy-
Justin
We tried something pretty different for this cast, steering away from long discussions about certain shows and trying to wrench or pad them out depending on time and went with more broad topics and a free form discussion. The results are much more natural and you will be hearing more of myself, Faze and Jake's personality coming through. I stand by this as our best podcast yet, and I think we have found our groove.
Topics:
Where the hell have we been?
Itunes TV show downloads
Howard Stern goes on-demand
One month into fall tv 05
Hope you have as much fun listening as we did making this one. Let us know what you think with the email link or hell, even leave a comment here!
Enjoy-
Justin
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