Does the media affect how we vote?

Posted November 25, 2014

What is the impact of political campaign advertising? How do these ads create a narrative for each election cycle? And is such messaging good or bad for society at large?

Media Inside Out takes these questions on in light of the 2014 Mid-term Election. In an new episode, host Sherri Hope Culver looks in-depth at how the media’s involvement affected the election’s outcome.

Culver is joined by Michael Hagen––Temple University Professor of Political Science, founder of the Institute of Public Affairs, and author of The 2000 Presidential Election––and Thomas Fitzgerald, National Politics Writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Together they take a look at recent advertisements from both sides of the 2014 Election for Pennsylvania Governor and analyze the differences and similarities in strategy, message and tone in each. They also talk about the rise of social media as a tool for political messaging; for example how campaign managers can precisely target viewers depending on location and device.

Watch the premiere of this episode of Media Inside Out Wednesday, November 26 at 12:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Comcast 50/Verizon 45 and online.

A special guest comes to Temple Talk for the mid-season finale

Posted November 25, 2014

In the last Temple Talk of the Fall semester, the hosts go over Thanksgiving and other upcoming holidays, including what to wear, what to do, and other holiday tips. New movie releases are also covered, and later, Temple Talk leaves the studio to speak to students on campus about their holiday plans and resolutions for next year.

Then, special guest Gary Clark from Temple’s Diamond Marching Band joins the hosts to share some of the pretty amazing experiences he’s had lately. The Marching Band has been on a roll recently, having appeared in the movie Wolf of Wall Street and in Rolling Stone magazine, among other things. Through this exposure, Gary got the chance to appear in the new film adaptation of the musical Annie. Gary walks us through the whole experience and explains what he thinks has allowed the Diamond Marching Band to get so much attention.

Finally, Temple Bhangra performs live on the set. Bhangra means “explosion of joy,” which is evident in the dance moves. It is a form of folk dance that originated in the Punjab region of northern India and is traditional when celebrating the harvest and sometimes marriages.

Catch all the action Wednesday, November 26 at noon and 8 p.m. on Comcast 50/Verizon 45 and online.

Watch the premiere of A Broader View

Posted November 24, 2014

TUTV is excited to present A Broader View, a new public affairs talk show produced by Temple Journalism students and Professor Karen Turner. The program will serve as a platform for student hosts and guests to go in depth and fully explore the issues and events that shape our lives.

This week, they’ll tackle diversity on campus, student Adderall abuse, and street harrassment and how women are fighting back. Hosts Courtney Regan, Rosie Kelkis, Andrea Iezzi, and Lena Kinney take turns speaking to experts and students on campus about these different issues. They also talk to Ofo Ezeugwu, a Temple alum and young entrepreneur who recently launched Whose Your Landlord, a website that invites students to rate their landlords so other students know what to expect after signing a lease.

The show’s first episode will air Tuesday, November 25 at noon, and the first LIVE airing will begin at 11:30 a.m. Monday, December 1. Tune in to channel 50 Comcast/Verizon 45 within Philadelphia city limits, or watch online.

TUTV wishes you and your family a wonderful holiday!

Posted November 21, 2014

And although students will be out for Fall Break, TUTV will still be airing new content in addition to special holiday programming!

Tune in at noon on Monday to see Temple Volleyball play against UConn. Then, watch the premiere of TUTV’s brand new show, A Broader View, a public affairs talk program produced by students, at noon and 8pm, Tuesday the 25th. On Wednesday, new episodes of Temple Talk and Media Inside Out will air starting at noon. For Thanksgiving Day itself, we’ve got classic movies playing all day, including March of the Wooden Soldiers and My Dear Secretary.

See our online schedule for more information.

Student journalists cover election day LIVE on TUTV

Posted November 4, 2014

Temple Update student reporters will provide the latest information from polling places in Philadelphia as well as comprehensive national coverage of the 2014 mid-term elections.

Tune in to Comcast 50/Verizon 45 or online to see live reporting starting when polls close at 8 p.m.!

Media Inside Out talks net neutrality

Posted November 4, 2014

…and how it’s not an issue to remain neutral on.

Temple Strategic Communications senior Jessica Sidhu, who has started a student group that organizes events and discussions on net neutrality, and lifelong media activist and Director of the Media Mobilizing Project, Hannah Sassaman, joins host Sherri Hope Culver to explain the issues behind net neutrality and why you should care.

In addition, the guests suggest what we can do here in the Philadelphia area about this issue, including tackling Comcast’s monopoly in the area by visiting capcomcast.org to lend support.

To get learn more about this important issue, watch TUTV Wednesday, November 5 at 12:30 & 8:30 p.m.

Are you ready for our annual spookfest?

Posted October 30, 2014

This Halloween, we’ll be airing seasonal classics Horror Hotel and Night of the Living Dead, in addition to episodes of Demented Drive-In Theater and Paranormal Journeys. The spooky stuff begins at noon and continues all night. See the schedule for more information.

Watch it on Comcast 50/Verizon 45 or online… if you dare!

“Temple Talk” talks to Cody Calafiore

Posted October 28, 2014

Temple Talk is back on TUTV to bring you exclusive entertainment news. This week, Luke Frey, Marissa Giletto, and Liana Daywalt speak to special guest Cody Calafiore from this summer’s season of Big Brother, where he placed runner-up. Luke Frey also goes backstage with Swedish techno-folk band Grizfolk to talk about their eclectic music and life on the tour bus.

The hosts conduct an in-depth interview with Cody Calafiore, runner-up of Big Brother 16, who––as a Fox School of Business grad and former Temple soccer player––has a lot of Temple pride. They recap his experiences on television, and play a special game of Truth or Dare on set.

Other topics covered include Snapchat getting hacked and Amanda Bynes’ social media meltdown.

Tune in Wednesday, October 29 at noon and 8pm to Comcast channel 50/Verizon 45 and online!

What does it take to become a media exec?

Posted October 22, 2014

A new interview with Bernie Prazenica, President of 6abc Action News and SMC alum, gives insight into his success as a media producer by discussing important turning points in his career. TUTV will air the program this Thursday, October 23 at 1 p.m.

Prazenica speaks with Olivia Bell from Turning Point TV and offers advice on how to get ahead in the media industry. Prazenica’s career in television spans 35 years and a number of stations and markets. He was previously the President and General Manager of WTVD-TV in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. He is a cum laude 1979 graduate of the School of Media and Communication.

What is freshman year really like?

Posted October 21, 2014

And how can you make the most of it? Bouncing Back host Lisa Bien invited freshman student Jake Galli and TSG Student Body President Raymond Smeriglio to the set to talk about the many challenges as well as the exciting opportunities students face during their first year at college.

Galli shares his fears, including how to make friends if you’re not outgoing, and Ray offers his tips on meeting people, not gaining the freshman fifteen, and more.

Later, Lisa talks to Deidre Berry-Guy, Temple’s Healthy Lifestyles Program Coordinator and also herself an alumna of Temple, who is in charge of assisting first year students in acclimating to the University. Deidre explains what the University provides for college beginners to stay on track and find what they need at Temple.

Tune in Wednesday, October 22 at 12:30 p.m. for the premiere of this episode of Bouncing Back with Lisa Bien.

Posted October 17, 2014

TUTV will air this year’s Mid-Atlantic Emmy© Awards Ceremony that was held last month. Several TUTV segments and productions were nominated for Emmys in the college section, so tune in October 19 starting at noon to see this year’s ceremony, including wins for TUTV student producers!

Baker Dave invites Niki Mendrinos to his show

Posted October 15, 2014

Niki Mendrinos, Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, comes to the set of Baker Dave Presents… in the kitchen of J&H Dining Hall to join Baker Dave in making a familiar and traditional Greek dessert, baklava. Baklava is a sweet pastry made of layers of buttery filo dough filled with chopped nuts and honey. Niki brings aprons with Greek sayings to add traditional flair.

Niki manages Temple’s Welcome Center, organizes and executes all recruitment events for prospective and admitted students, and oversees marketing and publications for Undergraduate Admissions.

Tune in Thursday, October 16 at 11:30 a.m. to see the two butt heads on the best way to make baklava.

We Make the Call stars to appear on 6abc Action News

Posted October 10, 2014

SMC alumni Jeff Skversky, now a Sportscaster for 6abc, and Dan Sheridan, a 6abc photographer, returned to Annenberg Hall for a special report on students Matt Wallace and Nick Gomberg, both stars of TUTV’s We Make the Call. Tune in to 6abc’s Action News tonight at 6 p.m. to see the interview!

UPDATE:

Watch the story below!

Spend a half hour with local comics on Comedy 101

Posted October 1, 2014

Local Philadelphia comic Will Simon joins host Steve Lipman on a new episode of Comedy 101, a program that invites professional comedians to share their experiences as entertainers and provide insight into the industry.

Will talks about how he used to think being funny was something innate–something that could not be learned. But when he moved to New York to do comedy professionally, he learned quickly that it takes hard work and dedication to become a good stand up comedian. Steve and Will converse on a wide variety of topics, including the advantages and disadvantages of using profanity in an act, and how developing a following in your home is important to achieving success in comedy meccas like New York City.

Tune in Friday, October 3 at 12:30 p.m. to hear all this and more. The program will repeat at 8:30 p.m.

Temple Talk comes back to campus!

Posted September 30, 2014

With the new semester comes a new season of Temple Talk, TUTV’s entertainment talk show! Hosts Luke Frey, Marissa Giletto, and Liana Daywalt are here to keep you appraised of everything happening on TV and in movies, the latest in apps and social networks, and more in entertainment news. To start off the fall semester, they speak to freshmen and their parents at Temple Fest, and invite Raymond Smeriglio, the new Student Body President, to talk about what it means to be a part of Temple Student Government.

Later in the show, Education Manager Sam Navarino of Elmwood Park Zoo visits the studio to introduce a variety of animals to the hosts and audience of Temple Talk, including special guest Stella the Owl, Temple’s official mascot!

Tune in Wednesday, October 1 at noon to watch the premiere.

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