Educational apps: helpful or harmful?

Posted March 29, 2016

There are literally over a million apps in the app store. Searching for one that’s age-appropriate can be daunting. So how is one supposed to sift through those thousands to find the small handful that are based on sound educational theory and practice?

On this episode of Media Inside Out, host Sherri Hope Culver speaks with Anna Ly, the Senior Manager of Programming and Operations for Sesame Workshop, about the reality of this situation, and what parents and educators can do.

Tune in to TUTV (Comcast 50, Verizon 45, or online) on March 30, 2016 on at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m.

Rozes performs on an all-new Temple Talk

Posted March 28, 2016

It’s been two years since the premiere of Temple Talk on TUTV, and we’ve got an all-new episode airing tomorrow to celebrate their success!

As usual, the producers of Temple Talk have lined up a jam-packed show. Former Temple University student and current singer-songwriter Rozes performs and plays a game of Never Have I Ever with the hosts. Rozes talks about her recent success singing on The Chainsmokers’ track Roses, which she cowrote and subsequently hit #6 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Additionally, the hosts cover Philly Fashion Week and speak to PR/New Media Chair for Fashion Group International of Philadelphia Ursula.

See this and much more on Comcast 50/Verizon 45 or online Tuesday, March 29 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m.

President Theobald’s wife Sheona appears on Baker Dave

Posted March 22, 2016

Sheona Mackenzie is from Scotland and an avid baker, and she’s also Temple’s First Lady.

In a new episode of Baker Dave Presents…, she shares family recipes for both scones and shortbread, one from her side of the family and one from President Theobald’s, who likewise has Scottish heritage. Together, Sheona and Baker Dave share a wealth of knowledge with their audience on a variety of baking topics, including the ‘imperial ounce’, currants vs raisins, and the pronunciation of the word ‘scone’.

Learn about these topics while getting to know Sheona this Thursday, March 24 at 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Watch online, or on cable channels Comcast 50/Verizon 45 within Philadelphia city limits.

Fighting homelessness in Philadelphia with running

Posted March 17, 2016

Together We Run is a student-made documentary highlighting the nonprofit organization Back on My Feet, which is dedicated to helping the homeless through participation in a morning running club. By making a commitment to waking up every day at 5:30 a.m. and showing up for a disciplined activity, these individuals are given another chance at what many take for granted.

In particular, the film follows Philadelphia native China White who, with the help of Back on My Feet, recently ended her experience of homelessness and completed the 2015 Philadelphia Half Marathon. The film was made by Temple students Brendan Mills, Vincent Ross, and Michael Sharkey.

Tune in to TUTV (Comcast 50/Verizon 45/online) Friday, March 18 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m. to see this powerful and uplifting film.

Student documentary examines music in post-apartheid South Africa

Posted March 9, 2016

Breaking The Wall: The Next Generation of South African Sound is a documentary exploring how the music scene in South Africa reflects the state of the country twenty years after the end of apartheid.

The film highlights young artists of diverse genres and backgrounds that are using music to blur the boundaries that still linger physically and mentally since the apartheid days. From tribal house to vernacular hip-hop, this short documentary by Temple University South Africa study abroad student Eli LaBan tells the story of a country in transition through the music of the new generation of “Born Free” South African artists.

Tune in to TUTV on Friday, March 11 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m. to hear from many South African musicians about how they see their country and their future.

The continued relevance of comic book superheroes

Posted March 8, 2016

From their humble beginnings as paper-thin dime store magazines, comic books have come a long way. Comic book superhero characters now dominate film, television and the merchandising industry, resulting in billions of dollars in profits. What is it about superheroes that pull us in? Is it because they are our savior when we are in troubled times?

On a new episode of Media Inside Out, host Sherri Hope Culver discusses comic book franchises and their influence on the current media landscape with Kate Tanski, a writer for WomenWriteAboutComics.com, and Trey Shields, the Programs Coordinator for Philadelphia Film Society.

This episode will premiere on Wednesday, March 9 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Comcast 50, Verizon 45, and online.

Temple Smash returns with another season of laughs this Saturday

Posted March 2, 2016

Temple Smash, TUTV’s student-produced variety show, comes back this weekend with an all-new episode chock-full of zany sketches and absurd characters. The hour-long episode includes dozens of skits performed in front of a live studio audience. Tune in to TUTV on Saturday, March 5 at 5 p.m. to see the premiere of another season of Smash.

#BlackHistoryVibes from the hosts of The Vibe @ Temple

Posted February 24, 2016

For Black History Month, TUTV teamed up with the hosts of The Vibe to highlight important African Americans, from Cecil B. Moore to Sidney Poitier, between programs. Check our their TV spots below.

Overcoming a fear of public speaking with Lisa Bien

Posted February 23, 2016

Lisa Bien discusses the challenges of overcoming a fear of public speaking with Sharla Feldscher, president of Philadelphia’s premiere PR firm, SFPR. Feldscher shares her story of how she overcame her fears and got involved in public relations. She also provides advice to others struggling with the fear of public speaking.

This episode premieres on TUTV (Comcast 50/Verizon 45/online) on Wednesday, February 24 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m.

How does the media portray “The Other” in our society?

Posted February 16, 2016

The media plays a very big part in portraying and defining what is considered normal or typical, as well as what is seen as outside of mainstream, aka “The Other.” These portrayals can help cement stereotypes and labels, which ultimately shape our beliefs about who should be doing what and who shouldn’t be.

Sherri Hope Culver tackles this delicate subject in a new episode of her show Media Inside Out, premiering Wednesday. She talks to Jacob Bender, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations, about several issues in the current media landscape, including the upcoming primary elections and Al Jazeera America.

Watch it to TUTV (Comcast 50/Verizon 45 or online) on Wednesday, February 17 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m.

“M or F” talks trans identity and the limitations of the gender binary

Posted February 10, 2016

A series of conversations about trans identity are captured in this short documentary. Many in the film describe how the gender binary enforced on them by society has affected them. This film addresses barriers put into place by this narrow understanding of gender, and sends a message of hope to those struggling to overcome them.

Featured in this film are Temple Professor Dr. Amanda Czerniawski, author of Fashioning Fat; designer and artist, Wit Lopez; America’s Next Top Model‘s Cory Wade; artist and trans advocate, Robyn Ryan; Ph.D student AJ Young; and social worker, Phoenix Schneider. It was made by James Kenvin, Amaris Mitchell, Katherine O’Connor, Gabrielle Szczepanek, and Dr. Kristine Weatherston.

Watch it on TUTV (Comcast 50/Verizon 45 or online) on Friday, February 12 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m.

Watch the 2016 premiere of Temple Update LIVE on Thursday

Posted February 9, 2016

The student-produced news program will air its first episode of the Spring 2016 semester LIVE on TUTV. Tune in to hear the latest on the proposed Temple University stadium, how Winter Storm Jonas affected the region, and more.

Tune in to Comcast 50, Verizon 45 or online this Thursday, February 11 at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Temple Talk is back for 2016

Posted February 8, 2016

Hosts Luke Frey, Marissa Giletto, Justin Backover, and Johnna Booth are back for the Spring 2016 semester with more entertainment news and fun. The hosts discuss the Oscars controversy, Netflix recommendations, and Black History Month. Raya Abdelaal has the scoop for Valentine’s Day, and Temple Talk correspondent Rachel Keller interviews Cedric the Entertainer!

Lily Maopolski, a current Temple student and star of the last American Idol credit sequence, performs an original song. Famous YouTuber Pano Tsaklas visits the set to talk about his burgeoning acting career.

This all new episode premieres on TUTV Tuesday, February 9 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m. Watch on Comcast 50, Verizon 45 or online.

A Question of Sustainability

Posted February 3, 2016

TUTV and the Temple University Office of Sustainability have a question for you: can you help make a greener, cleaner Temple with a few, easy changes in your daily habits?

Check out this series of thoughtful ideas, presented by TUTV’s Melissa Steininger. Following these tips can help you make Temple cherry, white and green! To learn more about sustainability at Temple, go to
sustainability.temple.edu.

Watch the premiere of TUTV’s first hip-hop and music show “The Vibe”

Posted February 3, 2016

The Vibe is TUTV’s first hip-hop culture and music television show. On The Vibe, the student hosts discuss what’s trending in popular culture, and rappers, poets, and singers are featured.

The first episode tackles Tracy Morgan’s comedic comeback, the recent BET Hip-Hop Awards, season 2 of Empire, and more. Rapper and Temple student Na’im visits the set and performs live.

The Vibe at Temple is hosted by Nydja Hood and Tarieque Hairston and features Sydney Dorner, Giovanni Vasquez, and Timothy Williams. Tune in Wednesday, January 3 at 1 and 9 p.m.