[sf-lug] Linux promotion on TV

[jim]

   I'm interested. Seems to me the teevee people want 
their voiceboxers to arrive at least a little bit 
before showtime, yes? and voiceboxers would be 
committed to stay until a little after 4 PM, yes? 
   at 900 front street at pacific? 
   my time seems free. let me know if i'm to join. 



On Tue, 2010-12-07 at 14:21 -0800, Christian Einfeldt wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> 
> I just spoke with a program manager for a TV show called ABC 7 Live.
>  They are interested in having supporters of Linux in schools (and
> particularly Partimus.org) attend a show. The show airs daily from 3
> pm to 4 pm.  I need a list of 25 people who will attend.  I need the
> list by Thursday at 3 pm.  You can watch shows from the archive here
> 
> 7liveonline.com
> 
> They have had famous people like Mark Zuckerberg on this show.
> 
> 
> The show features a host, Brian Copeland, with his two co-hosts,
> Elizabeth Bermuda and Jennifer Jolly.  Jennifer Jolly was an anchor on
> another ABC show.
> 
> 
> During the show, the hosts will be chatting about technology and
> non-profits, and they will ask questions of 10 people in a portion of
> the audience called the Voice Box.  Apparently, the Voice Box is
> situated just to the left of the hosts, and the hosts will talk with
> them occasionally.  Apparently, there will time for numerous sound
> bites from the audience, say 5 to 10 seconds in length.  It is not a
> lot of time for speeches, but it is time for several one-liners from
> the audience in response to questions from the hosts.  Audience
> members are also allowed to boo and to clapp.  
> 
> 
> Again, the focus of this show will be technology and non-profits, and
> so the hosts will be asking us substantive questions that call for
> brief, snappy, on-point responses.  My impression is that this is a
> serious opportunity for us to present Partimus to a Bay Area
> audience.  
> 
> 
> We need 25 people to come to the Jackson Square district of San
> Francisco at Front and Pacific on Monday, December 13, 2010.  The
> Voice Box section of the audience can hold 10 people, and 2 people
> unrelated to Partimus have aleady signed up to be on that show.
>  During a break in the show, the hosts will rotate people out of the
> Voice Box so that others can rotate into the Voice Box and participate
> in the show.  Even if you don't want to get into the Voice Box, this
> is an opportunity to support Partimus and Linux by showing up and
> cheering and making noise when Partimus or Linux is mentioned.  They
> want a lively show, so enthusiasm will definitely help.  
> 
> 
> If you want to show up, you need to send me an email confirming that
> you will be there, and I will add your name to a list of attendees.
>  Your name must be on the list for you to be admitted to the show.
>  Please do RSVP early for this event!
> 
> 
> Dear Christian & Partimus,           
> 
>  
> 
> Welcome and thank you for participating in 7Live’s “Voice Box” studio
> audience,
> 
>  
> 
> YOUR NAME MUST APPEAR ON THIS TICKET. TICKETS ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE AND
> ARE CHECKED AGAINST A LIST AT THE DOOR. PEOPLE NOT ON THE LIST WILL
> NOT BE ADMITTED.
> 
>  
> 
> Studio Location:
> 
> 7Live is broadcast from the ABC studio located at 900 Front Street,
> San Francisco, CA  94111. 7Live’s audience entrance is located on the
> North side of the building on Green Street between Embarcadero and
> Front Streets.
> 
>  
> 
> Time:
> 
> Our doors open for admittance at 2:15pm outside the ABC studio on
> Green Street. 7Live airs Monday through Friday, 3 - 4 p.m. PT. Ticket
> holders should plan to be at the studio by 2:15 p.m. and should plan
> on leaving at 4:15 p.m. Anyone arriving after 2:30pm will not be
> admitted. The show begins at 3:00pm and ends at 4pm sharp. The show
> will be so fun and exciting you’ll be on the edge of your seat, but
> you must remain there for the duration of the show. 7Live tickets are
> FREE, so we overbook slightly and cannot guarantee admission.
> 
>  
> 
> Transportation: Audience members are responsible for their own
> transportation to and from our studio, unless special arrangements
> have been made with a member of the 7Live production staff. 7Live does
> not reimburse for travel expenses or lost wages. We recommend car
> pooling or taking public transportation to the ABC studio. If you take
> Bart the Embarcadero stop is a short walk to the studio. If you plan
> on driving there are parking lots on either side of the ABC building,
> fees are $16.00 and $18.00. There is two hour and four hour meter
> parking available on both Green and Front Streets. If you park at a
> meter you will NOT be able to leave to feed your meter during the
> show.
> 
> What you should wear: When you look great, the show looks great! We
> reserve the right to deny entry to anyone dressed inappropriately..We
> suggest wearing solid, jewel-toned colors (deep blues, reds, greens,
> etc.). Please do not wear all white/off-white clothing; offensive
> writing or suggestive clothing is not permitted. It can get cold in
> the studio, we recommend bringing a sweater or jacket. As a courtesy
> to the other guests please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne the
> day you attend the show.
> 
>  
> 
> We are all about having a great show and a great time and we are
> excited for you to be part of that, but before we get the party
> started we need go over a few rules:
> 
> ·         Everyone must be at least 14yrs. old. Anyone under the age
> of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
> 
> ·         Video devices, backpacks or large bags are not allowed.
> Cameras are permitted but may only be used after the show.
> 
> ·         Eating, drinking and smoking in the studio is not permitted.
> 
> ·         All audience members must remain seated for the entirety of
> the show. Please be aware that there will NOT be opportunities to
> leave to use the restroom, make calls or feed parking meters.
> 
> ·         Please be prepared to pass through security and metal
> detectors to enter the studio.
> 
> ·         Anything that 7Live security or staff has deemed dangerous,
> disruptive or offensive will be confiscated.
> 
> ·         The 7Live staff reserves the right to refuse anyone entry
> that they feel are displaying dangerous or disruptive behavior.
> 
>  ALL CELL PHONES MUST BE TURNED OFF during the show.  If your cell
> phone is on, it can cause interference with the wireless microphones.
> 
>  
> 
> *7Live is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
> 
>  
> 
> By accepting this ticket and admittance to 7Live’s studio audience:
> Please be advised that a taping of the show and its audience is taking
> place. Your presence constitutes consent to permit KGO Television,
> Inc. and its independent contractors to photograph, record, film or
> videotape your likeness and/or voice and your child's, and to use your
> likeness and your child's in any manner or media now known or
> hereafter created without payment.
> 
>  
> 
> Special needs:
> 
> You MUST notify us if a guest in a wheelchair will be attending the
> show. If you, or someone in your party uses a wheelchair or requires
> assistance, please phone us at: (415) 954-7733 after requesting your
> tickets. Any special accommodations are subject to availability and
> are at the discretion of the studio.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Christian Einfeldt,
> Producer, The Digital Tipping Point