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Archive for February 2nd, 2009

Now That You Brought It Up

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

We should be more respectful when the National Anthem is sung. Taking off your hat is the right gesture. NOT screaming “RED” or “O” is also the right thing to do. Placing your hand on your heart or giving a military salute is also appropriate.

The only thing that I would love to see and hear is what happens in Chicago is the deep and roaring applause all the way through the National Anthem as a true sign of encouragement and respect. That would be a great thing for our fans to do. Let us start a new tradition, what do you say?

Icons of Struggle

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

SnagFilms has a nice programming stunt today with films about Petey Greene and Harvey Milk prominently promoted. Check them out here.

Think of It This Way

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

Hulu spent more on its ad in the Super Bowl than SnagFilms spends all year on operations, salaries and total burn rate.

David and Goliath.

That is how I roll. :-) Great ad though. Check it out.

Goodbye Mike Homer - You Will be Missed

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

A long term friend and business associate passed away this weekend and he will be missed by all.

Mike Homer was everywhere in the industry. We all loved working with him. I was very close to him during his Netscape days. Mike always made me laugh and think and question what I thought I knew to be true. :-)

He was too young and beloved to pass from a very rare disease. See this article for details. Thanks Kara for the insightful piece within.

Our thoughts and prayers go to Mike’s wonderful family.