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Episode 26: Shooting & Editing Tips
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This episode is packed with helpful hints and great tips for shooting and editing professional-style videos. Take it from the gurus of cool, both of whom have proven themselves on the battleground of professional network television production: you can make your videos look more professional if you'll pay attention to just a few basic concepts. The Coolness pair also have a few things to say about last week's Super Bowl, HBO trying to lock down programs and much more in this lively podcast.
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Articles of the Week
Super Bowl XL Review
Annual extravaganza astounds, but has audio problems
by Charlie White
The ABC production of Super Bowl XL did justice to its grand subject, showing a worldwide audience of a billion people that yes, it is possible to field 36 HD cameras and make it all look easy. Indeed, there was a first-rate, all-HD football production in between all those extravagant $5 million-a-minute commercials on ABC, most of which were also in HD this year. This production was also notable because it was the first Super Bowl that was shot with all HD cameras, and it was the last NFL football production for ABC Sports.
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Adobe Production Studio Workflow
Taking the new package out for test spin
by Stephen Schleicher
A 40 pound package arrived at the front steps of the Digital Media Net Central Division offices the other day. Inside was the latest release of the Adobe Production Studio, which contains everything you need to create a wicked cool multimedia presentation, music video, independent film, Web video -- the list goes on and on. When I was asked to create a new news open for a local channel, I decided to take this new bundle out for spin
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Super Bowl XL Commercials: Better Than the Game
Our picks for best Super Bowl XL spot
by Charlie White
Interspersed between all that football drama in Super Bowl XL were the commercials, and at a record-setting $5 million per minute, this was some pricey television time. Contrasting with last year's Super Bowl production, where high-definition commercials were the exception rather than the rule, this year, more than two-thirds of the spots were produced and aired in high definition. It's a good bet that next year, nearly all the commercials in Super Bowl XLI will be shown in high definition. Here are our favorites.
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Flameless Candle
Love the glow of candles, but are worried you might burn down your house? Check out the Flameless Candle. Made of real wax, with the nice scent of vanilla, these battery operated candles glow and flicker just like the real thing. Sure to make for a romantic evening or festive window display, the Flameless Candle is safe and beautiful.
Victoria’s Secret
What better gift for Valentine's Day than a very special, uh, nightgown, or some pretty underthings for that lovely lady in your life? And gals, I can't think of a better gift for you to give to that special guy than yourself, wearing some of these gorgeous unmentionables from Victoria's Secret. Just take a look at the web site, you'll see what I mean. Put on that little outfit, and watch the sparks fly. It’s too late to order from the web site, but Victoria's Secret has stores in a lot of malls all over the place.
Tokens of my affection
What is better than a genuine metal love token? These silver coins have little sayings and favors on them. Good for one massage, a hug, and more, this is a perfect gift to get you in the mood.
Roses
A dozen long stemmed red roses are a surefire hit, guys. Yeah, it'll cost you about $65, but it's money well spent. I've had good luck with flowers.com, which can deliver that bouquet anywhere in the United States. Check out the Rose Lovers Bouquet, a dozen premium red roses on sale now for about $65. I tried it myself. Believe me, it works.
The Chocolate Thong
For him or her, the chocolate thong. One size fits all. I’m sure I don't need to explain more.
Godiva Chocolate
It's too late to order these online, but keep this in mind for next Valentine's Day. Godiva chocolate is probably the most well-known premium chocolate, and will certainly impress anyone to whom you send it. And, the company has a special Valentine's Day collection that will certainly hit that sweet spot in the heart of your main squeeze. Try Godiva's chocolate truffles, which are probably illegal in some states, they're so damn good. Bet you can't eat just one.
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"One String Song"
by Russell Wolf
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