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Re: SOF Observed ↵ return to front page - NPR Series on Muslim Women in Europe

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:17:41 -0000

David, thanks for your enthusiasm. Right now we don't offer a truncated post for the blog. As you know, people's personal preferences on how they get their RSS feeds varies quite a bit so I wanted to offer it all first. But, as the blog establishes itself I hope to offer a variety of feeds to satisfy the many needs of our audience. Cheers.
Trent, Online Editor for SOF

Re: SOF Observed - Ideas We're Pursuing

Trent Gilliss — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 20:16:28 -0000

Allyson, I couldn't agree with you more on many counts. The Heschel program has been in the works for a couple of years now. It's part of a larger biographical series funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities in which we've produced shows on Reinhold Niebuhr, Aimee Semple McPherson, Rumi, Albert Einstein, and Charles Darwin. I've recently begun reading the first of Kaplan's biographies about him and am wondering what type online treatment might be compelling and tad different than what I've seen out there. I'm taking suggestions...?

I'm not an Evangelical, but I was experiencing a certain sense of fatigue too. Fortunately, I was at the conference and able to film the conversation Krista had with Colson, Boyd, and Claiborne. Hearing three generations talk respectfully -- sometimes diametrically opposed, other times in surprising agreement -- on the same stage delivered some grist and a sense of complexity taking place within the larger community. I'm looking forward to hearing the produced produced program, and stay on the lookout for the video.
tg

Trent Gilliss
Online Editor, SOF

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:14:20 -0000

"Happy-making moments" ... I like that. I've been watching some wonderful amateur filmmakers on Vimeo lately. These auteurs are making some incredibly moving pieces. I'll be posting more in the weeks ahead.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:22:00 -0000

seki -- thanks for reminding me that I wanted to call out to our listeners and readers for their five words. Last time, I totally choked... and uttered six words (oh, the shame!): "Support your local public radio station." What have you got for us?

I'm going to update this post and write a new entry calling out for your best shots. Muchos gracias.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 16 May 2008 06:25:07 -0000

Thanks for the kudos and the petitioning. Although we came up short in the vote for the People's Voice Webby, the judging panel (even David Bowie) recognized our work. As you may know, Krista is a huge fan of the BBC (lots of radio dramas methinks) and I tend to steer more toward their forward-thinking, experimental online initiatives. They have some great blogs about their work.

Re: Disappearing comments on Tumblr blogs

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 23 May 2008 03:38:58 -0000

Thanks for the quick work. Most of comments on the posts are restored except for the aforementioned entry: http://blog.speakingoffaith.org/post/33988843/s....

Re: Disappearing comments on Tumblr blogs

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 23 May 2008 05:38:58 -0000

Thanks for the quick work. Most of comments on the posts are restored except for the aforementioned entry: http://blog.speakingoffaith....

Re: Disappearing comments on Tumblr blogs

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 23 May 2008 05:52:01 -0000

Sweet justice. Get some rest. ;)

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 23 May 2008 05:53:35 -0000

funny stuff

Re: Disappearing comments on Tumblr blogs

Trent Gilliss — Fri, 23 May 2008 07:52:01 -0000

Sweet justice. Get some rest. ;)

Re: The Ethics of Aid

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:37:47 -0000

Karl, is Maren's book a scathing critique of international aid? Theroux references this book several times and, on the surface, the title is decisive. I understand he's worked in Africa for quite some time. We would want to get at the values behind these decisions and the moral imperatives that accompany them, but the first-person reflection would be vital in this case.

I'm intrigued by the two titles at the end, are they academic. Who is the intended audience?

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:53:18 -0000

Thanks for the recommendation. I love reading engaging books about languages. The last one I read was John McWhorter's "Tower of Babel". Can't wait to pick this one up.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:55:17 -0000

Thanks Rev!

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:58:22 -0000

It may be difficult to go deep in my shallow pool. *grin* Seriously, though, it's the beauty of working on this show -- a curious mind gets to wander and learn from so many wise, thoughtful guests and listeners. It's hard not to appreciate the wonder of it all.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:03:21 -0000

John, do you recall that title of that book? I heard a delightful interview pairing Monk with Bjork at http://www.counterstreamrad... and their friendship. I'd like to learn more about her history.

Re: The Ethics of Aid

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:08:05 -0000

jrb, I have two young boys now and am thinking more increasingly about the model I'm providing for my children. The oldest is two-and-a-half and he's already parroting many of my verbal behaviors (as well as the physical gestures of SpiderMan). I'm erring on the side of generosity at the moment, but I struggle with the impersonality of handing over some bills and being done with it. I've started introducing myself and asking the person's name, so that, at the least, there's a bit of acknowledgment about being a person -- including myself.

Re: The Ethics of Aid

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:11:39 -0000

Michele, that's an intriguing flip-side to a discussion my brother and I were having about his local church's efforts. Your point about operating under the direction of local people resonates with me; it's one of the points I took from our Rural Studio program -- that economically less fortunate recipients of a home are clients, are equals. It changes the dynamic to a degree, non?

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:14:46 -0000

What a poignant connection.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:18:55 -0000

We did a show a while back that touched on the issue of a separation barrier dividing Jerusalem and greater Israel. The names one uses to describe these partitions is highly delicate, even clarifying what is a "wall" and what is a "fence." I pay more attention now when I consume news reports and try to think of both sides sensitivity to these terms. Alas, I fear I may not viscerally get it though, and lack that level of understanding.

Re: SOF Observed - Your Top 3 Shows of the Past Year

Trent Gilliss — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:45:10 -0000

Mark, no need to be shy. Indulge yourself! Name that fourth. *grin*

Re: Unable to approve comment

Trent Gilliss — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:13:30 -0000

Yes, I'm receiving the same error message for our staff blog.

Re: 5ive Home Secures LEED Platinum

Trent Gilliss — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:35:29 -0000

Do you know what happened to the structure that was on this lot previously?

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:39:25 -0000

Gracias.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:41:53 -0000

I plan on doing many more of these raw, behind-the-glass videos. There's not much in the way of production, but it is a way to carve out a space for people who can't be here to see what takes place.

Re: SOF Observed

Trent Gilliss — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:44:25 -0000

Margarets_Dad (I love that name and totally get it now that I have kiddies), I was hoping that this might come across. I'm going to try a few more camera angles and see if I can get a little bit better clarity. Studio P doesn't have the natural light that some of our other studios provide, but I'll keep on trying. Also, because I'm behind the control room monitors, the sound is a tad muffled. I've got to figure out a better way to capture the richness of the sound!