sound poetry

 

some examples of 'poetry soundtrack'
http://axonjournal.com.au/issue-2/four-sound-poems

and an article.
http://axonjournal.com.au/issue-2/fear-music-sounded-poetry-and-%E2%80%98poetry-soundtrack%E2%80%99


hat tip Issa.

Wow, a really compelling sound+image project from StoryCorps

POV (perhaps the best independent documentary series on the planet)  has a new idea-- hackathons: a space where they are trying to reinvent the documentary form and figuring out how interactive technology can re-shape the medium.  They are doing this through what they call hackathons, and invited a few projects to participate.  The one I'm interested in most is from, guess who, StoryCorps.  See how this course comes full circle, magically, at the end of the semester?  I didn't plan this, I promise.

Check out StoryCorps' hackathon project here.
http://sc.innovent.tv/Player-2/_deploy/

What do you think?  Does it add anything to the sound? 

Also check out the other projects in the hackathon, and read interviews with the storycorps team.
http://www.pbs.org/pov/hackathon/#.ULkS_IVECIY

POV has more projects like this to come, with a full-on hackathon happening in January.

Listening and hearing

A good reminder from a neuroscientist on the difference.

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/11/opinion/sunday/why-listening-is-so-much-more-than-hearing.html

KUT Questions

1. What do internships consist of? Do interns get a good amount of input or is it more technical and/or busy work? How does that compare to working with KVRX?

2. How do you plan to make radio more interactive? If content is available online, why should people bother tuning in? Wouldn't you have to make more use of live broadcasting and live performance?

3. How will you make the website more appealing and interactive and not have it serve as just an archive? Shouldn't you be placing a bigger emphasis on your online presence? Have you thought about delving into new media such as Popcorn.js instead of having just videos?

KUT Questions (Sonic ID's)

What is the selection process for the Sonic ID subjects?

Has the station ever interviewed a person, only to realize that subject requires a much larger segment?/Which is the best Sonic ID subject KUT has recorded? (most reactions from audiences, most listens online, most repeats on the air, etc.)

Are you worried about the future of radio? If so, is it in any way similar to the way in which print journalist are worried about the future of newspapers?

Do you get the sense that in recent years radio has become cool again, or is this just a dumb observation I have made in my own limited environment?

KUT Questions

1. On O'Dark 30, is the content aired in its original form, or does KUT occasionally edit for time?

2. O'Dark 30 seems to have a loyal listenership, have you met up with many of the followers of the show in real life?

3. Have pieces featured on O'Dark 30 inspired further spinoff shows down the line?

KUT Questions

I'd like to ask Mike, with relation to O'Dark 30, what made him interested in storytelling. Personally, my family is full of storytellers, which helped drive my interest in entertainment and film, I'd like to know if he had any similar influence.

More specifically, what about scary stories does he really enjoy? Are there any specific influences for O'Dark 30?

I'd also like to know what separates KUT in identity from other local Austin stations. If he thinks the presence on campus yields a special influence outside of downtown Austin.