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The Lebanese government hits out against Hezbollah

2008-07-25T19:05:40Z

Afshin Rattansi in Tehran talks to Mohsen Salleh in Beirut about attempts by the Lebanese government to close down Hezbollah's strategic defences for Lebanon, soon after the visit of U.S. Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs David Welch.

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A HIDDEN SYSTEM

2008-07-25T21:08:02Z

Over a hundred activists gathered outside Broadview, IL. Detention Center on June 19th, 2008, to bear witness to the horrors of a growing Immigration and Custom's Enforcement (ICE) detention system that has been hidden from the public for too long. This video is a document of that all-night vigil, but the Sisters of Mercy gather at the Center to pray every Friday morning.

For more info, visit:
www.icirr.org
DetentionWatchNetwork.org
RightsWorkingGroup.org

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ps and you will come home|Green Hills|Nashville,TN Home

2008-07-26T08:36:05Z

ps and you will come home is dedicated to those who offer the ultimate sacrifice in order to preserve all that is right, good and truly American. MLS# 991170 1742 Hillmont Drive, Nashville, TN 37215, 4 BR | 3.5 BA, 4835 Sq ft A mini video that has been written, directed, filmed, and produced by a builder and his agent in Nashville, TN as a means to market the builder's latest project, a majestic American Foursquare located at 1742 Hillmont Drive, Nashville, TN. In the film, a young American Korean War veteran makes his long journey back home after serving his country in battle. He is reunited with his family and inherits all that is right and good in life- the love of his strong family, a special heirloom gift from his proud father, and knowing he is finally home. At the end, he returns the favor to his son, years later.

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3 Things to Consider Before Using Web Audio

2008-07-26T08:35:11Z

There are three concerns, or questions, you need to consider before adding web audio to your media arsenal. The first question you need to ask is what's the purpose of my recording? Second, you need to decide the proper output format for your audio file. Properly formatting your file will allow the most users to listen. Also, whether you decide to use embedded audio or streaming audio will affect your server requirements. The last, and maybe most important, issue you will need to consider is your audience.

3 Things to Consider Before Using Web AudioBefore you create your audio recording, you will need to decide your recording's purpose. Too many recordings, or podcasts, are created without any planning or foresight. There are probably many topics that you are qualified to talk about. But that doesn't mean you should talk about all of them. Because podcasting is so widespread, your best option is to try to reach and underserved audience or introduce something new—or at least a new take on something old. Instead of trying to reach a massive audience, go for a small and focused group. Smaller audiences tend to be more loyal, especially if you're giving them something they want to hear.

Once you have your purpose, and topic, you'll need to pick an output option. Your choice of file format can greatly impact the quality of the audio. If you're speaking only, the MP3 format is the best. It's the most portable format and one most people are comfortable with. Whichever format you choose, you will need a good microphone and a decent sound editor to create your final product.

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4 Mistakes to Avoid in Podcasting

2008-07-26T08:35:11Z

Podcasting, although not new, is the latest trend for getting audio files onto the web. It's a great option for adding quality content to your website, if you do it correctly. Of course, as with anything else, there are factors you must avoid if you want to keep people coming back to listen.

4 Mistakes to Avoid in PodcastingStay on Topic

This should go without saying. Don't wander too far from your podcast's title and topic. Amazingly, many podcasters don't use a script. Even for shorter messages, a script can provide a well lit path down your intended message. Short anecdotes related to the content are fine but long stories unrelated will turn people off.

Wings are for Birds

Don't try to wing your podcast, especially for anything longer than 5 minutes. Only excellent public speakers and comedians can make improvisation work. Many people fail to consider the content required to record a decent podcast. While you might be able to sound coherent for five minutes, try it for ten minutes. Putting together a logical and articulate episode is nearly impossible without a plan. Yes, you can delete much of the "junk" later but you'll add considerable amounts of time to your workload.

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Before you Record -- Getting the Right Web Audio Microphone

2008-07-26T08:35:11Z

When you create a web audio file, the microphone you use is critical to getting a professional quality recording. Using the right microphone can mean the difference between sounding like you're sitting next to the listener and sounding like you're sitting across a crowded room.

Before you Record -- Getting the Right Web Audio MicrophoneBuying the right microphone can seem like a mysterious process. There are thousands of options with varying prices, some well over the $1,000 mark. But, there's no need to get wrapped up in the brand names and brand name price tags. Getting the right microphone is more a function of you. Ask yourself, what you are trying to accomplish with your recordings?

The following tips will help you sift through and select the right microphone for you.

A good web audio recording will give the listener the impression that you are in the same room. The most popular microphone, the headset style, keeps the microphone close to your mouth like a telephone and will produce much more even voice tones. Headset type microphones also do an excellent job reproducing your voice in high fidelity.

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Choosing the Right Web Audio Format

2008-07-26T08:35:11Z

If you're looking to expand your web presence using audio, you need to select the right audio format for your needs. There's no shortage of formats which is why you need to take the time to choose wisely.

Choosing the Right Web Audio FormatYou may already be familiar with several of the formats listed, but others you may not. Read on to find out more.

RealAudio

This is by far the most common audio streaming format. It was the first streaming technology on the web and its popularity has grown due to its highly accessible features. This server side streaming technology is ideal for showing audio streams to large audiences. The technology allows the stream to match the listener's bandwidth, thus reducing compression while still offering a satisfactory viewing experience for the user. The one disadvantage to this server side technology is the delay between the user's request and the audio's arrival. Because of this, it's more suitable for longer streams.

Windows Media

As you would imagine, Microsoft's streaming solutions are also very popular and are not only limited to audio. They also allow video, animation, and other multimedia to be played back using Windows Media Player. This technology supports most media file types, works very well on Windows, and is easily playable on any machine using the Windows operating system.

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Musings on the Podcasting Phenomenon

2008-07-26T08:35:10Z

Most people think of podcasting as the various independent audio shows that can be downloaded from websites. Podcast topics cover every subject you can think of — from marketing to gardening.

Musings on the Podcasting PhenomenonListening to podcasts is often referred to as radio on demand, similar to on demand television. There are endless options of content and programming. Listeners can decide when to listen, and where to listen, by downloading podcasts to a portable player such as an iPod.

Podcasting is having far-reaching effects on how we get our web content and is being used in new, creative ways. Web audio no longer represents downloading and sharing music files with your friends — as made popular earlier this century. Everyone from politicians to web marketers are now using podcasts to reach their target audience. Families are using podcasts to stay connected with each other while traveling for business or vacation.

Amateurs create podcasts on the fly as local, national, and global events unfold. Listeners are getting first-hand information from people who are in the midst of major events — often before the information hits the traditional media.

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Web Audio for Your WordPress Blog -- the Easy Way

2008-07-26T08:35:10Z

f you want to add web audio to your WordPress blog, you have several options. WordPress has many plug-ins and widgets available to add audio functionality. Below is a brief description of several of the most popular WordPress web audio add-ons:

Web Audio for Your WordPress Blog -- the Easy WayAngsuman's Del.icio.us mp3 Player is a plugin that makes any MP3 links playable directly on the page (in a post or any other place on your blog). It also allows listeners to easily tag the link on del.icio.us for sharing.

Audio Player is a perfect plug-in for podcasters or others who want to add playable MP3 to their posts. This single-track MP3 player is highly configurable making it easy to customize for your blog.

Automatic WP Player 3.0 is a general music player for your blog. You can use MP3 or WAV file formats. Your listeners will be able to access podcasts from any post or page. Like most plugins, this requires the latest WordPress version to function properly.

DG PlayingNow Updater isn't an audio player. It's a neat little widget that puts a description directly into your blog of what you are playing in your media player at that time.

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Website Audio - Listen up for More Traffic

2008-07-26T08:35:11Z

There's no doubt, web users are expecting more from websites. You must stand out. If you want to stand out, you need to start thinking beyond the norm. If everyone's doing it, everyone's the same. With the development of Web 2.0 technology and cheaper audio and video software, it's now cheap and easy to add sound and video to your site.

In this article I focus on audio only. You have a number of choices when adding website audio. You could find an affiliate radio station and stream it to your website; or you could add a playlist of music you think visitors to your website will like; or you can create your own content.

The best, and most unique, way to catch visitors' attention is to create your own content. Start by exploring your competition. Are they adding interactive content? If so, how often do they update? Is the content informative or is it content disguised as a pitch?

If you want to get famous, or at least viral, focus on content for content's sake. Resist the tempation to sell. You need to establish credibility before you try to lead visitors into your sales cycle. Who wants to listen to commercials? Nobody. Don't make your content into a commercial. In general, the most popular audio content is humorous, informative, or contrarian.

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Why Publishing your First Podcast is Beneficial to your Busi

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

Today's internet has ushered in an era in which producing and publishing your audio, in the form of a podcast, has never been easier. Only a few years ago, reaching a target audience with audio would have been expensive and time consuming.

What is a Podcast

A podcast is simply an audio file, usually in MP3 format, that users can listen to on their computer or with any MP3 player, not just and iPod. The word podcast was originally associated with Apple's iPod but is no longer specifically associated with the iPod player.

Now, thanks to cheap digital recording equipment and software, you can produce audio from your home at very little cost. And while anyone can publish audio files, a business can use audio to open up communication channels, provide customer support, and establish a niche expertise within an industry. Of course, it takes a certain amount of practice and skill to produce captivating podcasts. But, if you're willing to put in the effort, you'll find that producing videos is exciting and fun. If you have a computer with a microphone, built in counts, and basic audio editing software, you can make your first podcast.

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Unlock the Power of Web Audio Conferencing

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has transformed the way both individuals and businesses interact online. These latest technologies have changed web audio conferences dramatically.

Originally, conferencing only allowed a strict number of people in different locations to connect at the same time using conventional telephones. While this was useful in certain situations, participants were limited to voice communication alone. And, with unlimited long distance yet to be marketed, long distance charges added up.

However, modern internet software has brought conferencing into a whole new level. If you and the people you wish to conference with all have reasonably up to date computers with microphones and speakers, you can set up a conference call absolutely free.

There are many applications that will allow you to engage in a web conference. However, the most popular VoIP software available is Skype. Download this from www. skype. com and register an account for free and you will be able to call other Skype users, no matter what their location, for no cost.

Skype has a conferencing feature that allows up to nine users participate at any one time. In fact, people can join the conference using traditional telephones as well, and if your internet connection is fast, enough you can video conference.

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Using Web Videos to Promote Your Business

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

Web videos offer internet marketers an excellent opportunity to reach out to their prospective customers and showcase their expertise. It is a skillful combination of the advantages offered by TV advertising with the interactivity of the Internet.

With the potential of increasing traffic and revenue by as much as 300%, online videos are helping businesses reach beyond traditional marketing horizons. Web videos offer marketers a cheap and fairly easy opportunity to generate additional website visitors.

Three vital aspects to take into consideration if you plan to add videos to your web site include:

Your video should be powerful enough to capture the attention of the viewer in the opening seconds

Your video should be convincing enough to get the viewer to take positive action.

Your video should be relevant to your brand and should appeal to your target audience

All three elements are equally important if you want your video marketing campaign to be a success. A video that is very amusing and holds the viewers attention but is irrelevant to your product, may succeed in getting the viewer to sit through to the end, but it will not convince anybody to buy anything.

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Business Video Conferencing and Web 2.0

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

While audio conferencing has been around for many years, the development of internet technology has opened up new possibilities in video conferencing — revolutionizing business.

Video conferencing isn't new. It's been around in one form or another for a couple of decades. It's only been recently that the quality, and the bandwidth, has become good enough to make it a viable option.

Video conferencing is made possible by the digital compression of video and audio streams. And with today's high internet speeds, the quality is high allowing meetings to take place in real time.

Business video conferencing offers an opportunity to significantly cut costs while fostering better personal relationships with clients and associates.

The ability to hold meetings with video means that, for many companies, business travel is becoming a thing of the past, saving significant money.

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FOX Business Network: Failing Haven for Has-Been Politicos

2008-07-26T08:24:34Z

On May 1, 2008 Rudy Giuliani interviewed Steve Forbes on FBN's America's Nightly Scoreboard. Both men failed in bids for the White House. They discussed their ideas for the future of the American economy.

FOX Business Network's ratings are unavailable, since parent company News Corps will not permit Neilsen to release them. A leaked memo from last January indicates that FBN's ratings at that time averaged about 6,500 viewers.

On a daily basis FOX's head business honcho Neil Cavuto literally begs viewers to ask their cable providers for FBN.

Brian Stelter points out in the May 12th edition of The New York Times that there will be a reshuffle of the line-up, effective immediately.

FBN is Roger Ailes' baby. FBN is supposed to be business news that "Main Street" can understand.

I have news for Ailes.

Those people on "Main Street" aren't stupid.

They know that they are being insulted on a daily basis by the likes of Jonathan Hoenig and John Bradshaw Layfield who routinely refer to them as slackers and lazy people who want to steal the rich man's purse.

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On FBN, Asman, Halvorssen and Roth Demonize Hugo Chavez

2008-07-26T08:24:34Z

Rupert Murdoch's johnny-come-lately FOX Business Network continues sister company FOX News' disinformation campaign about Hugo Chavez, the President of Venezuela.

On June 9, 2008 FBN's David Asman interviewed Thor Halvorssen, an attractive, earnest young man from the former ruling class of Venezuela, and Charles Roth, an expert on Latin American finance who works for Murdoch's Dow Jones Newswires.

While FBN has every right to program partisan guests, in the interests of balance, it might be nice if they scheduled a pro-Chavez guest to counter the one-sided propaganda spread by people like Halvorssen and Roth.

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How to Publish your Business Video Online

2008-07-26T08:35:13Z

If you produce your own videos, or you will be in the future, you need to publish them online. In this article I look at some of the options you have for publishing your video content.

When you finishing the video editing process you will have to make several important decisions. First, you will decide how large your video will be and the data rate. 320 x 240 pixels is a common size used for web video. The data rate will depend on how fast you think your viewer's internet connection speed is. Just because you have broadband doesn't mean everyone else will. In the mean time, 512kbps is a fairly safe choice that should allow most readers to stream your content.

You will also have to choose a format for your video files. QuickTime and Windows Media are the most common video formats. Any decent editing software should allow you to convert your videos to either format.

If you wish to self publish your videos on your own website, you need to have a hosting service that will stream video and that can provide enough bandwidth. Remember, a simple 5 minute video can end up being 10mb or more as a final production. All of the sudden, 10GB of bandwidth seems small. My advice, especially if you plan on producing a lot of content, is to get a dedicated server. You won't need to extra space or bandwidth up front but you'll thank yourself later when your audience grows.

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Making Web Video Work for Your Business

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

If you want to make take advantage of web video, and make it work successfully, you have several options. From simple promotional videos on your own website to a viral information marketing campaign, web video can be used to augment products sales or drive targeted traffic directly.

The type of web video you produce will depend on your target audience and skills. Take a look at the following video types to determine which one, or combinations, will work best for you.

Instructional Videos

This is by far the most popular type of video. If you can produce quality instructional videos that show viewers how to do something specific, you will increase your exposure dramatically. For example, if you sell software you could — and should — make instructional video for your software. In fact, entire websites, such as www.vtc.com, are dedicated to software training videos, charging users monthly subscriptions to watch them.

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Web Video Marketing -- Web 2.0 Style

2008-07-26T08:35:12Z

The recent explosion of in the popularity of web video has opened up new avenues and opportunities for online marketers.

In July 2007, over nine billion videos were viewed alone by U.S internet users alone. This is expected to grow significantly over time. In a recent report tubemogul.com reported that the Interactive Advertising Bureau estimates that more than 50 per cent of the US population will watch video online next year. The possibilities of web video marketing are endless.

Below I outline a few tips for using web video to market your website or product.

Creating video content is not a "break the bank" activity. In fact, both PCs and Macs ship standard with video editing software. All you need is a digital camera and you're almost ready to make your own videos. First, you'll need a plan.

Think about your website. Now, focus on what makes you unique. At this point, don't think about your product or service offering. Think about how your uniqueness can solve a customer's problems. In fact, the less "advertisy" your video the more people will warm up to you. Your video content will be the key to your success. Most viewers will forgive a more amateur web video if the content is entertaining, original and useful.

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Ajamu Baraka on "Why Can't America Have Human Rights?"

2008-07-26T08:19:21Z

Ajamu Baraka of the US Human Rights Network spoke at Breakthrough's public forum, "Why Can't America Have Human Rights?" at The Riverside Church in New York City on September 14, 2006. The event, co-sponsored by 70 organizations, attracted 600 guests, including community members, students, and leaders. The speakers and performers were united in their platform— we must take a stand against abuses and create a much needed human rights movement in the United States.

Breakthrough

www.breakthrough.tv

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Authors@Google: Mario Batali

2008-07-22T11:06:59Z

The Authors@Google program was thrilled to welcome acclaimed chef, restaurateur owner, Food Network personality and author Mario Batali to Google's New York office to discuss his new book, "Italian Grill".

Raised in Seattle, Mario's initial career path had him studying the golden age of Spanish theater at Rutgers University. Soon after graduating he took his first bit of culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu in London, from which he withdrew almost immediately due to a "lack of interest." An apprenticeship with London's legendary chef Marco Pierre White and three years of intense culinary training in the Northern Italian Village of Borgo Capanne, (population 200) gave him the essential skills and knowledge to return to his native US, anxious to plant his orange-clogged foot firmly in the behinds of the checkered tablecloth-Italian restaurant establishment.

Among his many accolades, Mario was named "Man of the Year" in the chef category by GQ Magazine in 1999. In 2002, he won the James Beard Foundation's "Best Chef: New York City" award and in 2005 the James Beard Foundation awarded Mario "Outstanding Chef of the Year." Mario is also one of the recipients of the 2001 D'Artagnan Cervena Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America, a prestigious lifetime achievement award.

Mario Batali has created a thriving restaurant empire and has established himself as a top restaurateur. Together with his partner Joe Bastianich, he operates seven New York City hotspots, including Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca and Del Posto - two wildly successful restaurants that have each been awarded three stars by Frank Bruni of the New York Times. Mario is also the chef/owner of five other successful restaurants in New York City. Lupa Osteria Romana, Esca, Casa Mono, Bar Jamon, and Otto Enoteca Pizzeria.

From Mario Batali, superstar chef and author of Molto Italiano, comes the ultimate handbook on Italian grilling, which will become an instant must-have cookbook for home grillers.

Easy to use and filled with simple recipes, Mario Batali's new grilling handbook takes the mystery out of making tasty, simple, smoky Italian food. In addition to the eighty recipes and the sixty full-color photographs, Italian Grill includes helpful information on different heat-source options, grilling techniques, and essential equipment. As in Molto Italiano, Batali's distinctive voice provides a historical and cultural perspective as well.

Italian Grill features appetizers; pizza and flatbreads; fish and shellfish; poultry; meat; and vegetables. The delicious recipes include Fennel with Sambuca and Grapefruit; Guinea Hen Breasts with Rosemary and Pesto; Baby Octopus with Gigante Beans and Olive-Orange Vinaigrette; and Rosticciana, Italian-Style Ribs.

This event took place on May 30, 2008.

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Preview of Interview with Guy Finley

2008-07-26T08:44:27Z

Guy Finley talks about the process and art of letting go of grief, anxiety, fear, pain and depression. For the full interview go to www.consciousmedianetwork.com

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Preview of Interview with Leuren Moret 2

2008-07-26T08:44:27Z

Leuren Moret talks about methods of depopulation and the types of tactics being used in a second interview with Regina Meredith of Conscious Media Network. For the full interview go to www.consciousmedianetwork.com

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Preview of Interview with Drunvalo Melchizedek

2008-07-26T08:44:28Z

Drunvalo Melchizedek talks about the purpose of the Hopi and Mayan prophecies and what is in store with the 2012 transitions. For the full interview go to www.consciousmedianetwork.com

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Preview of Interview with Paul Von Ward

2008-07-26T08:44:27Z

Paul Von Ward aims to prove the scientific proof for reincarnation. For the full interview go to www.consciousmedianetwork.com

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