cable access

[Antiochus Epiphanes]

Ufoologists, negro churches, and alex jones fans all seem to be able to use cable access to get their word out. Why not us?

We are not doing shit to build White media until start using cable access all over the country in markets big and small to broadcast WN stuff whether that is Line in the Sand-- or something like these 911 documentaries-- or something even better like VNN specific content.

We means people need to do this. Get the forms. Fill them out. Figure out how and when you can run 30 minutes of LITS or "loose change" the 911 documentary.

Once you are good at this time will go by a little and maybe soon enough we will have some video products tailor made for this. But this is a chicken and the egg thing. Distributors need a product and a product needs distributors. But it looks to me like we got a product mostly without distributors.

Dont everybody volunteer at once now.

If you have done this talk about it here. If you are going to do this tell us about your experience, what you had planned, when it's scheduled from broadcast where, and what you feel you accomplished.

I know this this exposes people on a certain level but if we are totally too lazy or too chicken to do it, then do we really deserve to replace the Jews?

[Stan Sikorski]

May I suggest going to http://www.accesschannel.com for basic info about community broadcasting.

[Antiochus Epiphanes]

Thanks Stan. You know, people can create new content or run old stuff so long as copyright is not a problem. here is the faq from that site which talks about different topics.

1. What is public access?

Public access exists due to an agreement between the cable company and the communities it serves. Public access programming is community programming on cable TV. It gives you or your organization the opportunity to write, produce, direct, and perform in your own programs. People who normally are not allowed easy access to the mass media find a powerful resource for local expression through public access. A majority of public access programs are produced locally by non-professionals.

Many of these programs were produced at various Comcast production facilities. Over 1 million households in the greater Chicago marketplace receive public access as a part of their basic cable service. Your efforts are supported by Comcast's public access staff. We provide you with the necessary training, equipment, and use of facilities free of charge.

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2. Who is it for?

Anyone with a non-commercial message or idea can present it on the community access channel.

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3. How can I get a show on public access?

The best way to get a show on public access begins with taking our public access classes. Through these classes, you can become a certified access producer. Then you can use video equipment to make your own programs. The classes cover the basic elements of TV production: camera, lighting, audio, directing, script writing, editing, and so on. The class includes a group project, which is an in-studio, 30 minute talk show format program which actually gets played on the air! Finally, there is a written examination. Students who attend the classes, participate in the group project, and pass the written exam are then rewarded with certification.

The classes, channel time, and use of equipment are free. The amount of time and energy you devote to the program is up to you. It can be hard work, but well worth the effort.

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4. Why should I get involved in Public Access Television?

Public access is a great opportunity to take a stand on a current issue, or let the community know what your group is doing. It's a cost free way to promote your special interest or event and have fun doing it.

What programs are seen on public access? Any programming protected by the first amendment which is NOT commercial, libelous, slanderous or obscene in nature may be shown on public access. These include interviews, panel discussions, sports, documentaries, performances, political, religious, educational, entertainment and many other types of programs.

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5. What does it cost to produce a public access show?

The costs to produce a public access show are minimal. The classes are free (there is a small fee to cover the cost of class materials), the use of facilities and equipment is free. Therefore, generally, your only costs are the costs for your tapes. The average cost for a public access producer to produce a single in-studio, 30 minute program per month is less than $15. Any additional costs are up to you - if you wish to invest your money into the production value of your show, you are free to do so.

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6. Can I make money off of my show?

No, you cannot make a profit from your public access show. You are also prohibited from using public access equipment and facilities on other projects which can generate revenue.

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7. Can I use public access equipment or facilities for my own personal interests?

No, you may not use public access equipment or facilities for your own interests, even if they generate no revenue. The equipment and facilities are provided to you SOLELY for use in producing public access programming. They are not intended for use in producing school projects, family videos, or other hobbies -- unless you intend to SHOW said projects on the public access channel.

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8. Can I use my own equipment to produce my show?

Yes, you may use your own equipment to produce your show. The final tape must be in a format which is acceptable for playback on the access channel.

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9. Can I have my friends help me with my show?

Only people who are certified access producers may touch, hold, handle, or use the equipment or facilities. You may have your friends help set up furniture, or act/perform in front of the camera. You may have your friends help you paint a backdrop for your set pieces. You may have your friends do hair and make-up, or wardrobe for your on-camera talent. In short, your friends can help you with anything OTHER THAN the crew positions involving the use of our equipment or facilities. If they are interested in these technical positions, you should encourage them to come and take our public access classes, so that they can become a certified access producer like you!

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10. Can I use music or video from other sources in my show?

As a certified access producer, you assume the responsibility for the content of your show. Therefore, you are responsible for acquiring permission to use anything from other sources in your show - whether it is music, video, photographs, etc.

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11. Can I swear or have naked people in my show?

As mentioned previously, public access is part of an agreement between the cable company and the communities it serves. Within these agreements there are general clauses which prohibit profanity, obscenity, and so on. Therefore, the answer to this question, in general, is no.

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12. On what channel, and in what areas will my show play?

The traffic coordinators determine on what channel your show will be played. Your address is used to make this determination, along with other factors. Therefore, the town you live in generally determines on what channel and where your show will be played.

This web site provides channel line-ups and community listings. If you cannot find your community listed here, please contact the public access office which serves the communities nearest to you, and we will assist you.

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13. How do I get a time slot on the schedule?

When your first show is completed, you will hand in the master tape for playback to the public access technician at your office. In addition, you will fill out a playback form. This form indicates to the access technician and the traffic coordinator who you are and what your show is about. It also serves as your permission for us to play your tape over the air.

Once your tape has been viewed by the access technician and approved for airing, the traffic coordinator will select an available and appropriate time slot, based on the information related on the playback form. Once your show has been given a time slot, you will keep that time slot, unless the traffic coordinator has a scheduling conflict, or if you fail to turn in your shows in a timely fashion. Time slots can also be revoked if you lose your access privileges for other reasons.

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14. What happens if I don't get my show turned in on time?

As mentioned in the above response, an access producer can lose their time slot if they fail to get their show turned in on time. Within the public access rules and regulations are the specific requirements for this procedure.

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15. If I don't have time to do a regular series, what are my options?

If the possibility of a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly series is too demanding on you or your available time, then we have several options. If your show idea could be produced in a single program, you can submit it as such. It will be scheduled as a special program, receiving no more than 4 total airings - and perhaps only one airing, depending on schedule availability. Another option within the realms of special programming is a mini-series. You can produce a series of at least 2 and no more than 12 installments, and submit it as such. In similar fashion, it will be scheduled to run, and you will be notified of the dates and times which it will be aired.

[Antiochus Epiphanes]

More details, rules regs and forms here:

http://www.accesschannel.com/forms/index.asp#rules

[Dennis Garrett]

Ufoologists, negro churches, and alex jones fans all seem to be able to use cable access to get their word out. Why not us?

This is not exactly "cable access", but my satellite company recently picked up a channel called the Documentay Channel (DOC). I'm not sure how long it has been around or who runs it, it appeared as part of my previous subscription a couple of months ago.

It seems that they accept submissions from independant filmmakers, so I thought this might be of interest to some of the independant filmmakers out there. I have no idea what the chances would be of getting any pro-White media broadcast on there, but it may be worth a shot.

I would think it may be possible to get TLITS on there. Info from the DOC website below:


SUBMISSIONS

DOC is accepting submissions by mail. Please note that we have a new address! Please read all of the following information and guidelines.

If you are interested in submitting a program, print and fill out this submission form and include it with your program. You can email this form (or any questions you might have) to: programs@documentarychannel.com

Content
There is not a single genre, format, or era of documentary filmmaking in which we would not be interested. We seek to educate while we entertain. We will show short docs, political docs, bios, sports, student docs, amateur docs, international and foreign docs, nature docs, etc. We are not afraid of a little controversy. In fact, we prefer the edgier and more personal films. We will seek out films that tell a story that’s unique, whether in the style or execution. We believe in quality not quantity and will pay competitive licensing fees. We need a limited amount of programming, so we really need your best. We are looking to license premiere films, but previous airings certainly would not disqualify a film; always include a film’s airing history in correspondence to us.

DocuStrands
The DocuStrand is unique to The Documentary Channel. You might have a number of programs that could be bundled in an interesting and unique manner. This is a DocuStrand. So if you have a group of films that all attack a similar subject, or create a kind of conversation, or exemplify a stylistic approach, or could all fit together in one way or another, send them in as a group and tell us the nature of their relationship.

License Period and Rates
Licensing is a subject best discussed with each filmmaker or distributor individually, as terms and conditions can vary as widely as the product offered.

That said, DOC is approaching licensing with a generally standard format in terms of license fees, terms, and other aspects. Most important, DOC feels that a major problem with the documentary field as a genre is the lack of any sort of dependable, ongoing revenue from past films and work.

The music business has long enjoyed the benefits of a forward-looking revenue share. DOC is attempting to solve this problem.

DOC seeks North American video rights, as a broad definition, and would want to be in any digital market. VOD, DVD and VHS sales, and other aspects are all approached separately, as is becoming standard in the industry. DOC will treat each filmmaker fairly, maximizing revenue for the filmmaker while offering high quality films at the most reasonable cost to the consumer.

We will sell DVD’s and videocassettes in our online store, so we would also seek to make arrangements with the distributor or filmmaker currently holding those rights. Our pricing structure is very simple, and we wish to create another venue for revenue for the filmmaker. Consider DOC as an aggressive storefront for you to sell your films.

Licensing Summary
The Documentary Channel is currently licensing films from individual filmmakers and distributors. Some basic licensing strategies are outlined below, although final terms will be decided on a program-by-program basis.

License Fees - License fees are negotiated on a program-by-program basis, and the Channel offers a competitive rate. Factors, which are taken into account when negotiating licenses, include:
• Length of program
• Where, when, how often and by what means program has previously been exploited
• Age of program
• Length of licensing period
• Technical and artistic standards of program We are currently previewing films. Please ensure they are properly labeled. If you wish to have them returned, please enclose a pre-paid envelope. Otherwise, volume dictates that we do not return submitted films. We greatly prefer DVD and VHS to PAL, but if PAL is your only format, we will accept it.

To Submit a Film, Film Series, or Catalogue of Films, please fill out our submission form.

Please mail, fax or email all correspondence to:
The Documentary Channel™
Program Acquisitions
Suzanne Holmes
142 8th Ave. N. Nashville, TN 37203-3706
Ph. 615–514-2110
Fax 615–514-2111
submission@documentarychannel.com


http://www.documentarychannel.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14&Itemid=28

Again, I have absolutely no idea about the chances of this station airing pro-White media, just thought the info might be useful to someone.

[erich1776]

Pastor Wickstrom has a show airing on Public Access called

"the jew and black communist movement"

[Herman van Houten]

Damn, this is wonderful. You can air pro-Aryan movie for free, while here in Europe I would go to jail for it.

Get cable access and broadcast a Goyfire, a 911 semitically incorrect documentary, an old Wochenschau of 1940-1945 or just Birth of a Nation (1916, copyright long expired). :)