American Cliche #60
Greetings from Bedford, NH! I can finally reveal my whereabouts now that my Brother’s surprise 30th birthday party has come and gone. Kim and I got here on Saturday morning and will be here until Labor Day. So far it’s been nothing but rain, but we’re still having fun.
This week’s show is a trainwreck in a lot of ways. First, I tried something I have never done on AC before – having guests. While I thought it was fun to chat with Kim, Sarah, and Chris, I just wasn’t technically prepared for it and the show suffered. Beyond the fact that I had a crash and then had to piece the show together afterwards, I clearly overstepped my technical boundaries by trying to have four people do a show with only two microphones. The result is good conversation and the worst sound I’ve ever had for a show.
Have a listen and I promise to be back next week with a much improved sonic adventure!
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August 30th, 2006 at 2:12 pm
Hey Scott,
Just a few thoughts on the outsourcing. I’ve been to countries where the standard of living is way below the American standard, and always walked a way feeling grateful for what I had. So I understand the desire to look at outscourcing as at least a kind of humanitarian effort, but the real truth is it is just another way for the rich to continue to get richer. The people outsourcing these jobs could care less if it is helping or hurting anyone, all they know is that it will help them earn another 7 figure bonus. Energy costs are skyrocketing, inflation is rising, and American wages are barely moving. As more jobs are sent to other countries, more and more Americans are forced to compete for a dwindling number of jobs. With fewer jobs, less people can refuse a job due to low pay, and therefore employers can keep American wages lower also. Just kind of my humble opinion/rant, for what it’s worth. The show is great man, I can’t get enough!
August 31st, 2006 at 7:28 am
Bryce,
Great comments. Obviously very well thought out.
Thanks for the perspective.
-S
August 31st, 2006 at 10:31 am
Hey Scott,
Nice show, obviously I was a little hot-headed when writing that, but hey, it was my rant. I think you and the other guests gave some good insight on outsourcing. I can look at it from both perspectives. Thanks for your opinions and comments!
August 31st, 2006 at 2:18 pm
Hey All,
In regards to the mess in KY, the air traffic controller had only slept 2 hours in the past 24 prior to the crash.
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&q=kentucky%20air%20traffic%20controller&sa=N&tab=wn
Outsourcing is bad news; luckily I work in a field where outsourcing has yet to invade, and there is little chance of this practice from rearing it’s head. However, instead of creating more issues by increasing taxes, how about targeting the issues that are causing out sourcing and addressing those? — ï
September 2nd, 2006 at 11:17 pm
Hey Scott,
Been busy haven’t listened in a while but will try to catch up. I see your going exceptionally well with the show. Great to hear.
September 4th, 2006 at 6:05 am
Hey Scott,
I’ve come to enjoy this show very much so Ive become an regular listener.
It’s always great to have different perspectives on various issues.
These days, I am catching with the pevious, old shows.
Great show. Keep up the good work and thanks.