No One's Listening Podcasts

We dig into the N1L mailbag for some great comments and feedback from around the world (Keep it coming!) before returning to symposium coverage; Shelly Palmer from NATAS and Advanced Media Ventures Group gives his take on sweeping changes in the industry; Irene and Chris wrap up with their thoughts on Old vs. New Media.  Part 3 of 3.

Our symposium coverage continues as we sit down for a discussion with Smokey the Bear, Rocky the Strong Man and the other misc. personalities of voice-over artist Jack Angel; Melissa veers off-topic but only in the most entertaining way; Irene ponders the future of gaming with Ryan McDonald of CNET's GameSpot Live.  Part 2 of 3.

N1L covers SFSU's symposium on "Changing Channels: Braving the New World of Byte-Sized Media."  Skye racks her brain for info on the guests and panelists; William Randolph Hearst III talks about changes in media and working with entrepeneurs; Peter Casey gives insight into his career on Wings, Cheers and as executive producer of Fraser. Part 1 of 3.

Unlike many of our media counterparts, N1L offers an extra long edition for our PSA. As many of you may know, our host Irene has suffered from lyme disease for many years and this show works as an opportunity for her to educate our listeners about what it's like living with lyme as well as offering a couple exciting ways to keep yourself lyme free. We also have a chance to talk with fellow lyme sufferers Michelle Wallace of Owl Magazine and one of our favorite authors, Amy Tan. This is N1L doing it's part to serve the public.

Our discussion of the U.S. in Iraq concludes. Raed Jarrar gives us his final thoughts; Irene interviews Anthony Lappe of Guerrilla News Network on his documentary and time in the Middle East; Steve the Drummer closes things out with a few choice words of his own. Part 3 of 3.

Our discussion of the U.S. in Iraq continues with David Martinez of Graffiti Films; Melissa chimes in on gays in the military; Irene dissects writer/filmmaker Danny Schecter. Part 2 of 3.

N1L explores coverage of Iraq from the United States and other sources. Skye tests her knowledge of the country and its history; Irene talks to blogger Raed Jarrar (http://raedinthemiddle.blogspot.com/) about Iraq, the U.S. and the region. Part 1 of 3.

Irene continues her interrogation of Don Graham from the Washington Post; Bruce Brugmann of the San Francisco Bay Guardian relates the trials and tribulations of running an independent paper; Steve the Drummer discusses online news, sound recording and Irene's bad clarinet hygiene. Part 3 of 3.

Irene chats with A.C. Thompson, award-winning reporter for the San Francisco Bay Guardian, an independent weekly; Melissa shares her thoughts on the state of gay journalism; Don Graham contributes his perspective as chairman and publisher of the Washington Post (continued in the next segment). Part 2 of 3.

Skye and Colin team up to take on Chris' most elaborate quiz yet (What's your score?); Jimmy Wales of Wikipedia gives a "New Media" perspective on information and verification. Part 1 of 3.

Our discussion of race relations concludes! Jenny Lee from the New York Times talks about her upcoming book on the Americanization of Chinese food; grad student and activist Vanessa Au shares her experiences in campaigning against Asian racism in the media; Steve the Drummer gives a regional perspective as a well-travelled musician; Irene and Chris wrap up the show. Part 3 of 3.

Our discussion of racism (finally!) continues with James Oyedijo of Dork Magazine; Skye delves into the N1L (e)mailbag for some love... (and hate!); Melissa updates us on racism in SF's Castro district. Part 2 of 3.

N1L discusses images of race in the media and stereotypes that have emerged. Irene references the diamond trade in Africa; Skye takes a quiz and comments on citizen journalism; McLean Mashingaidze-Greaves of the NiMBLE Company discusses alternatives to traditional TV for underrepresented groups. Part 1 of 3.

Valentine's week comes to a close! Irene and Melissa continue their discussion of all things queer; Dr. Helen Fisher clues us in on the physiology of love; Steve the Drummer shares a brief romantic sentiment; Irene serenades the audience. Part 3 of 3.

The V.D. goodness (that's the holiday, not the STD) continues! Rachel Bolton and Matt Gowen from Hallmark give a greeting card perspective on this most consumerist holiday; Melissa phones in the first part of an extended Gay Report on love, cigarettes, and anything else she can think of. Part 2 of 3.

We're back, and love is in the air! Irene celebrates her birthday with the N1L crew; Skye gives her best guesses on romance; blogger and sexpert Violet Blue shares her carnal knowledge; Frank the Imac gives love a chance on a blind date; Irene receives a Valentine's Day wish from her "Backup Plan." Part 1 of 3.

It's the end of Season One as we know it! (We'll feel fine after a few days of sleep...) Kurtis Matthews from SF Comedy College gives advice to aspiring (and perspiring) comics; Melissa phones in the Gay Report (At a fan's request, we're extending her segment from 2 minutes to 4 minutes); Steve the Drummer tries stand-up from the road; Jack Vaughn from Comedy Central discusses recording albums with comedians. We made it! Lights out. Part 3 of 3.

Comedy week continues! Irene talks with JoAnn Grigioni about her role in Talent Recruitment for Comedy Central; Chris serves up clips of bloopers and outtakes from our recent shows; Irene trades yuks with Kent Emmons from National Lampoon Radio; Skye digs ever deeper into the N1L Mailbag. Part 2 of 3.

Grab the rubber chicken and a pair of Groucho glasses! Da Mayor Willie Brown mentions N1L; Irene interviews Dan Powell, Manager of Original Progamming and Development at Comedy Central in New York; Daniel Tosh shares a bit from his new CD, "True Stories I Made Up," and phones in more hilarity. Part 1 of 3.

Noam's Listening… and we are, too! The N1L crew bravely soldiers on as the studio crumbles around us. Irene talks with Noam Chomsky about fake news and other societal woes; Gary Ruskin from Commercial Alert enlightens us on the Channel One high school program and other advertising hijinks; Steve the Drummer brings our glitchiest show to a close fittingly enough… by getting cut off. Part 3 of 3.