by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Through the Lens of Legacy: What the Sheraton Mahwah Implosion Taught Me about the Art of Storytelling and Media Mastery
On a cool morning in northern New Jersey, I stood among a crowd of early risers, camera in hand, as we prepared to witness something extraordinary. The air was heavy with anticipation. And then, in a matter of seconds, the iconic Sheraton Mahwah Towers—once a symbol of luxury and architectural pride—collapsed in an astonishing display of precision demolition.
Posted: June 17, 2025 by Doug Seidel
What the Sheraton Implosion Teaches Us About Storytelling in Real Time
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Through the Lens of Legacy: What the Sheraton Mahwah Implosion Taught Me about the Art of Storytelling and Media Mastery
On a cool morning in northern New Jersey, I stood among a crowd of early risers, camera in hand, as we prepared to witness something extraordinary. The air was heavy with anticipation. And then, in a matter of seconds, the iconic Sheraton Mahwah Towers—once a symbol of luxury and architectural pride—collapsed in an astonishing display of precision demolition.
Posted: June 17, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Reflecting on My First JAG Conference: A Partnership Born from Shared Purpose
by Rudy Ellis, CEO, Switchboard Live
As JAG’s newest member, Switchboard Live’s attendance at the 25th JAG Conference was both an introduction and a homecoming. Walking into that conference as an exhibitor, partner, and attendee, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. But, what I discovered over those two transformative days was a community that embodies everything we believe in at Switchboard Live—the power of genuine connection, purposeful technology, and unwavering dedication to amplifying voices that matter.
Posted: June 17, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update June 2025: News from Trenton & Washington, DC – Changes in the FCC
It’s Back! The Protecting Community Television Act, S-1994 / HR-3805
Posted: April 23, 2025 by Doug Seidel
JAG’s Annual Conference 2025: Technology Events
The JAG Conference Committee has finalized all the panel sessions and roundtables. For details visit: https://jagconference.com
Posted: April 23, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update April 2025: News from Trenton & Washington, DC – Changes in the FCC
For 25 years, the Jersey Access Group (JAG) has kept a watchful eye on bills both nationally and statewide that might be an issue for our municipalities and PEG channels throughout New Jersey. But, JAG really started to be legislatively wise in 2011 when JAG mobilizes its membership within 24 hours to combat state legislation that would eliminate the requirements for telecom providers to care about or support community media.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Your Participation is Requested
by Geffrey Belinfante, Chair External Relations
There are lots of reasons to attend this year’s JAG Conference and many of them are detailed in this newsletter, but I want to point out some elements that might also be of interest to our JAG members, but they will only be as good as you the members make them—that’s the four roundtables that need your participation.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Behind the Pixels: The Rise of Virtual Sets in Broadcasting
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Virtual sets are revolutionizing media production and they’re changing how TV shows, films, and events are created. This article, explores virtual sets, how they differ from traditional production methods, and why they’re becoming essential for modern broadcasters and filmmakers.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: I’m an Independent Producer
by Richard Christopher Scuderi, 52 & Blue Productions
My name is Richard Christopher Scuderi. I fell in love with television at age 5 and always knew that’s what I wanted to do with my life. When it was time for college, I looked for a school that had a strong television program and its own station. Television production was much harder than I thought. Timing was crucial and there was a lot of pressure to be perfect