Thursday, October 18, 2007
Wow
I'm very thankful for the kind words and messages of support I've received from people watching the Hour last night. Overnight, we've received dozens of new "proposals" for fundraising ideas at GiveMeaning.
Before we accept fundraising for a new proposal, we first require the proposal to collect 100 votes of support within 30 days of it being posted on the site.
This process of collecting votes helps us ensure that there is enough support for a new proposal.
It's up to the person who submitted the proposal to recruit those votes amongst their own social network of potential supporters.
So if you've submitted a proposal, thank you! Now it's time to start recruiting support for your idea. By simply emailing a link to your proposal, and asking them to vote, you can get the ball rolling.
Lastly, a lot of people have asked what they can do to help GiveMeaning. In all honesty, the best way to help us is to make a tax-deductible donation in support of our operating costs. You can donate online through GiveMeaning by clicking here
Before we accept fundraising for a new proposal, we first require the proposal to collect 100 votes of support within 30 days of it being posted on the site.
This process of collecting votes helps us ensure that there is enough support for a new proposal.
It's up to the person who submitted the proposal to recruit those votes amongst their own social network of potential supporters.
So if you've submitted a proposal, thank you! Now it's time to start recruiting support for your idea. By simply emailing a link to your proposal, and asking them to vote, you can get the ball rolling.
Lastly, a lot of people have asked what they can do to help GiveMeaning. In all honesty, the best way to help us is to make a tax-deductible donation in support of our operating costs. You can donate online through GiveMeaning by clicking here
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Thoughts after the hour
Taped the Hour this evening and now back at the hotel watching it online. The link I posted below in an earlier blog entry has the entire interview on their website.
I really enjoyed meeting George. He's a great guy, great mind.
If you're reading this blog entry having watched the show and have questions for me, don't hesitate to post them here on the blog or email me at tom [@] givemeaning [dot] com.
Thanks for watching.
I really enjoyed meeting George. He's a great guy, great mind.
If you're reading this blog entry having watched the show and have questions for me, don't hesitate to post them here on the blog or email me at tom [@] givemeaning [dot] com.
Thanks for watching.
Labels: cbc, media, thehour, toronto
The Hour - CBC tonight!
I'm in Toronto rushing to a meeting but wanted to share that I'm going to be interviewed on the Hour tonight. It airs at 11pm on CBC.
Here's the promo clip which apparently doesn't work on a Mac.
Here's the promo clip which apparently doesn't work on a Mac.
Labels: cbc, media, thehour, toronto
Friday, April 20, 2007
Proud of the CBC
I've been horrible at updating the blog lately. So much going on! I'm currently in Kelowna and running out the door to a dinner but wanted to express my pride and respect for our CBC!
CBC is one of the only broadcasters I know of that refused to air video of the "manifesto" left by the despicable mass-murderer who requires no further mention.
Their reasoning can be found here and it is well worth a read.
I know that there is an intellectual debate to be had that is framed in the "if everybody else is showing it (or it's available elsewhere) then so should we" but this is a man who interrupted his killing so he could co-opt the media in further propagating his hatred.
While I understand how altogether valid intellectual debate can put many people firmly the "Grey zone," I respect the ability to be guided by a more specific sense of taste and values (again resisting the debate about the role of values in broadcast decision).
The media has given this vile thing what it wanted, media attention and an "iconic" status. It is psychologically impossible to deny that his reliance on being the most talked about news story this week was in part what drove him to commit this act.
This same "co-opting" of the media I speak about this week is the victory that Terrorists understand in their media strategy.
I'm very proud of the CBC's decision and I hope others will take note.
CBC is one of the only broadcasters I know of that refused to air video of the "manifesto" left by the despicable mass-murderer who requires no further mention.
Their reasoning can be found here and it is well worth a read.
I know that there is an intellectual debate to be had that is framed in the "if everybody else is showing it (or it's available elsewhere) then so should we" but this is a man who interrupted his killing so he could co-opt the media in further propagating his hatred.
While I understand how altogether valid intellectual debate can put many people firmly the "Grey zone," I respect the ability to be guided by a more specific sense of taste and values (again resisting the debate about the role of values in broadcast decision).
The media has given this vile thing what it wanted, media attention and an "iconic" status. It is psychologically impossible to deny that his reliance on being the most talked about news story this week was in part what drove him to commit this act.
This same "co-opting" of the media I speak about this week is the victory that Terrorists understand in their media strategy.
I'm very proud of the CBC's decision and I hope others will take note.
Labels: cbc, media, television, tv, virginia, virginia-tech
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