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Fingers Crossed, Twice

2024/12/3
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Rob Rosenthal: 本期节目讨论了两个播客：英国的《Short Cuts》和加拿大的《Pretendians》。《Short Cuts》因BBC取消而令人惋惜，它以其独特的创意和Josie Long迷人的主持风格而闻名。而《Pretendians》则关注虚假印第安人的问题，探讨了身份认同和社会公正等重要议题。这两个播客都代表了高质量的音频故事创作，它们的命运也反映了创意音频领域的挑战和机遇。 Josie Long: (通过《Short Cuts》片段) Josie Long的声音和节目风格充满活力和感染力，她用声音带领听众进入不同的故事和环境中。节目内容涵盖了各种主题，从自然到人生，展现了其独特的视角和对世界的关怀。 Eleanor McDowell: (通过Rob的转述) Eleanor McDowell就《Short Cuts》被取消一事表达了看法，她认为BBC仅仅依靠数据指标做决定忽略了该节目对音频故事生态系统的重要性，以及它为新兴人才提供的平台。 Robert Jago和Angel Ellis: (通过《Pretendians》片段) Robert Jago和Angel Ellis两位主持人揭露了虚假印第安人的现象，并通过具体的案例讲述了这种行为对真实印第安人造成的伤害。他们探讨了身份认同、种族歧视和社会公正等问题，呼吁人们关注和重视印第安人的权利。 Kevin Stitt: (通过《Pretendians》片段) 奥克拉荷马州州长Kevin Stitt在节目中被提及，他的言论和政策与印第安人的权利密切相关，节目探讨了他对印第安人权利的立场以及由此引发的争议。

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Why was 'Short Cuts' canceled?

The BBC canceled 'Short Cuts' due to decisions based on metrics, which ignored the show's cultural impact and its role in nurturing new audio imaginations.

What was the reaction to the cancellation of 'Short Cuts'?

An open letter to the BBC was written and signed by over 1,400 people, urging the BBC to reconsider, but the decision remained unchanged.

What is 'Pretendians' about?

'Pretendians' explores the phenomenon of people falsely claiming Indigenous identity, exposing the frauds and the harm they cause to real Native communities.

Who are the hosts of 'Pretendians'?

The show is hosted by Robert Jago, a member of the Kwantlen First Nation and Nooksack Indian tribe, and Angel Ellis, a citizen of the Muscogee Creek Nation.

What is the significance of the 'sacred laminate card' in 'Pretendians'?

The 'sacred laminate card' is a government-issued status card for Indigenous people, which is used to verify legitimate Indigenous identity and access benefits.

What did Guillaume Carle do in 'Pretendians'?

Guillaume Carle claimed to be a Native chief and issued fake status cards to thousands, creating tens of thousands of 'pretendians' through his unrecognized organization.

How did Canada Land's 'Pretendians' approach storytelling?

The show used reported narrative storytelling, focusing on unusual cases of identity fraud to raise questions about Indigenous identity and its implications.

What is the broader issue discussed in 'Pretendians'?

The series links individual cases of identity fraud to larger issues in Indian country, such as the high number of Native people in prison and the relationship between tribes and the federal government.

What is the current status of 'Pretendians'?

Canada Land is seeking funding for a second season of 'Pretendians', and the hosts are growing in their roles as co-hosts and narrators.

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'Shortcuts,' a BBC4 program hosted by Josie Long, was known for its unique storytelling approach. The show curated creative and uncommon stories, acting as an incubator for new and experienced audio producers. Its cancellation sparked an open letter signed by over 1400 people, highlighting the importance of such programs in the audio storytelling ecosystem.
  • 'Shortcuts' was a BBC4 program hosted by Josie Long.
  • The show was known for its creative and uncommon stories.
  • It acted as an incubator for new and experienced audio producers.
  • 'Shortcuts' was cancelled by the BBC, prompting an open letter signed by over 1400 people.

Shownotes Transcript

Nothing seems guaranteed these days for creative audio makers. "Short Cuts" was recently cancelled and "Pretendians" is seeking funding for a second season, two shows on this episode of Sound School that are high on Rob's must-listen list because they elevate the craft and deliver essential storytelling.