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General discussion

Video podcast

Nov 12, 2005 2:15PM PST

I would love to see a video version of the podcast. Although I have fun imagining Tom and Molly's expressions while I'm listening to them, I would also like to see that "look of dismissal" or whatever. Also, someone commented saying that a video podcast would only be worth it if it weren't like other ones where the people just sit in front of a camera. An obvious solution would be to give Tom and Molly the products that they are talking about (well, I don't mean to keep, but that works too). I thought it would also be interesting if they had a tv behind them that showed what they were viewing on their computers. I don't know how practical that would be, but it sounds really cool. Hope everyone enjoys the podcasts, Brian

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Telecasting...
Nov 12, 2005 2:22PM PST

The last podcast I listened to, Molly called in for the podcast. It would be unusual to watch the phone on a video podcast...

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Yeah...
Nov 12, 2005 2:26PM PST

Yeah, but on days like that, I guess there would only be tom to see. It would be nice once in a while though

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Video Ipods are New
Nov 12, 2005 2:28PM PST

I have to admit that a video would be cool, but I wouldnt be able to take it on my nano Sad

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*ahem*

I would be there, too, you know.

Veronica

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Of course!
Nov 13, 2005 3:46AM PST

We wouldn't want to leave your beautiful face out of the picture!

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Veronica Only Buzzcast
Nov 13, 2005 6:44AM PST

I am waiting for a Veronica only buzzcast when both Molly and Tom are out.

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:)
Nov 13, 2005 7:09AM PST

I'll be waiting with you!

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Absolutely!
Nov 21, 2005 12:08PM PST

Vericona seems too reserved to be able to actually host an entire show by herself, but it could be quite amusing.... and cute. Happy

Yay Veronica! I'm glad you're getting introduced in the openings now.

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i wouldn't say..."reserved"

more "having trouble getting a word in edgewise!"

no, but seriously, it's Tom and Molly's show! I just like making the occasional quip.

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Sorry!
Nov 13, 2005 10:45AM PST

I'm so sorry! Actually, in the video podcast you should sit inbetween Tom and Molly because you would be the star/producer/editor/mediator. When a fight breaks out, you are always the one to save the day Happy And when Molly is gone, we will get to see you and Tom mimic her without her knowing it! JK That would be hilarious, but I also appreciate the podcast the way it is too. Thanks, Brian

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Not so useful
Nov 13, 2005 8:00AM PST

Although a video podcast may be a little bit interesting, I don't think the value added will be worth the trouble that it will cause.

Producing a video podcast entails recording video (duh!), then editing, cleaning up, and encoding same. It will take signigicantly more bandwidth (something the bean counters will love) to deliver.

I, personally, won't use it. I load up a Lexar JumpDrive Sport with my choice of podcasts before I go to bed, then stick said JumpDrive into the JumpGear player, and listen to said audio while running at lunch.

I just don't think that the "talking heads" would be worth (from your side) the effort involved. I would much rather hear a longer podcast, and/or ensure that the podcast is available on iTunes in a, um, timely manner. Not that I get grumpy or anything when Buzz Out Loud isn't available before I leave for work.

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Great Audio podcast over ok video and audio
Nov 13, 2005 12:49PM PST

I basically agree. Because I listen to audio while doing other things (driving!, data entry, etc.) I would have to devote specific time to a video podcast that I don't currently. While it is not a big deal to cut out a bit of tv to watch a video podcast, I would rather have a really good audio podcast.

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Don't worry!
Nov 14, 2005 9:58AM PST

I'm sure that if they ever decided to do a video podcast, it would never replace the audio one. I think that, for the people who are charged alot for downloading stuff, there should be a different address for the video one.

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Yep about that
Nov 22, 2005 6:03AM PST

If we get the video going, we definitely won't stop the audio.

Also Molly does the Buzz Report video already, so that's an easy one to turn into a video podcast.

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Video would be great
Nov 23, 2005 12:25AM PST

I think a video podcast would be great. The guys at digg do a great job with their video podcasts especially when they show pictures/clips related to the current discussion. Sure, extra work, but your adoring fans would appreciate it.