Robert Sandifer murder


A moving look at the community of Roseland on the far South Side of Chicago after the 1994 murder of two children, Shavon Dean (killed by Robert Sandifer's stray bullet) and Robert Sandifer (executed by fellow gangmembers a few days later). You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Bill Murray and Christopher Guest at the 1976 Superbowl


Includes game commentators Bill Murray and Christopher Guest, plus player Johnny Unitas. Clips from a 1976 behind-the-scenes documentary by TVTV about the events and personalities surrounding Superbowl X in Miami between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Dallas Cowboys. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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The Making of a McDonalds Commercial 1973


Behind the scenes with Ronald McDonald (played by King Moody), the Hamburglar, and Mayor McCheese. Also interviews with director Howie Morris and ad man Keith Reinhard. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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80s Dancing CD Player


An old 80s commercial for a German CD player. Watch these inanimate objects dancing to some sweet beats. "Quick Hits From The Archive." To watch the full version of "Commercialfest '88" at Media Burn, click the link below: www.mediaburn.org


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"The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" - Gil Scott-Heron


Poet and musician Gil Scott-Heron talks about what he meant by "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised." By Skip Blumberg. For more interviews with fascinating interviews, check out Media Burn: www.mediaburn.org


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Studs Terkel and Nelson Algren, 1975


Studs Terkel chats and jokes with Nelson Algren at a party in Chicago. Algren had recently moved from Chicago to Paterson, New Jersey, and this move was the subject of most of the conversation, told mainly through deadpan jokes. For more archival video of Studs Terkel and Nelson Algren at Media Burn, click the link below: tinyurl.com


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Why we'll miss Mayor Daley


Writer David Murray talks with Media Burn about the end of the Daley era. David Murray is a writer based in Chicago; he blogs about his work and his life at Writing Boots: writingboots.typepad.com The Media Burn Archive is the largest collection of documentaries about Chicago anywhere www.mediaburn.org


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Why You Should Watch The Kissing Booth


Now available on a triple feature DVD, the Media Burn Archive introduces "The Kissing Booth": artclips.free.fr It was produced by Merrill Aldighieri and Joe Tripician, featuring Quentin Crisp. The other 2 documentaries on the DVD feature Robert Anton Wilson, Dr. John Lilly and Dr. Michio Kaku. Ms. Aldighieri refers to this trilogy of documentaries as her "thought operas". They all aired on the same PBS showcase for independent filmmakers. "The Kissing Booth" is available exclusively on this handmade DVD from the artist and is not available for streaming at this time.


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The Grateful Dead Alpine Valley Deadheads


Excerpt from the television show "The 90's." In "Love on $14," Steve Martini and James McCarthy spend three days at Alpine Valley Amphitheater in East Troy, Wisconsin interviewing Deadheads like Jeffrey Lotus Heart about their dedication to the Grateful Dead. You can watch the full episode here: mediaburn.org


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Fugazi Washington DC 1989


Fugazi plays live at the Alternatives Festival in Washington DC in 1989. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Mark "The Bird" Fidrych


1985 interview with former Detroit Tigers pitcher Mark "The Bird" Fidrych about his career and injury. From the television series "Once a Star," hosts are Steve Stone, John Mengelt, and Jack Brickhouse. You can watch the full version here: mediaburn.org


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Floyd Patterson on his boxing career 1985


Legendary boxing champion Floyd Patterson comments on boxing philosophy and his illustrious career. The clip is from the 1985 television special "Once A Star" that profiled former athletes. You can watch the full program here: mediaburn.org


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Anthony Kiedis Raps About Ocean Pollution 1990


Excerpt from the award-winning TV series The 90's. Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers raps about his love of the ocean and the need to keep it clean. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Muddy Waters Plays the Blues 1981


Footage from a 1981 performance and interview with blues legend Muddy Waters (1913-1983). Produced by Mike Prussian and Tom Weinberg. You can visit our website for more footage of Muddy Waters: mediaburn.org


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Dick the Bruiser 1985


This clip features footage of wrestler William Afflis aka "Dick the Bruiser" at his home outside Indianapolis, IN. The piece was shot for the 1985 television special "Once A Star," which profiled former professional athletes. You can watch the full program here: mediaburn.org


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Pete Seeger "All Mixed Up" 1991


Legendary Folk Singer Pete Seeger performs "All Mixed Up," accompanied by his grandson Tao Rodriguez-Seeger at the 1991 Studs Terkel Toast held at the Bismarck Hotel in Chicago, IL. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Ritchie Havens "What About Me" 1991


Legendary singer-songwriter Ritchie Havens performs his song "What About Me" at the 1991 Studs Terkel Toast held at the Bismarck Hotel in Chicago, IL. You can watch the full video and learn more about the videomakers here: mediaburn.org


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Steve Martin Comedy Special 1974 Part 1


"The Funnier Side of Eastern Canada." A rare 1974 comedy special starring Steve Martin as he travels through Canada showcasing numerous monuments, tourist attractions, and his unique style of comedy. For the entire comedy special, go to: mediaburn.org


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Minnesota Fats 1985


Legendary pool player Rudolf Wanderone aka "Minnesota Fats" (1913-1996) talks about his many years perfecting the art of pool playing. From the 1985 television special "Once A Star," which profiled former professional athletes. You can watch the full program here: mediaburn.org


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Lily Tomlin Opens Up About Her Pac Man Addiction 1982


Lily Tomlin does a PSA warning about the dangers of Pac Man addiction from a video arcade in 1982. More behind-the-scenes footage at: mediaburn.org


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Chicago Bears Doug Atkins


Legendary Defensive End Doug Atkins talks about playing for the Chicago Bears during their 1963 Championship season. Excerpt from the 1985 television special "Once A Star," which profiled former professional athletes. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Pat Robertson Caught Calling Viewer a Homo Off Air


Pat Robertson is caught calling a Larry King viewer a homo off-air. He is then coached on what to say on television. An excerpt from the critically acclaimed documentary "Spin." You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Abbie Hoffman in Memoriam


Two clips of Abbie Hoffman talking about the media: one from Chicago, 1969 before Chicago 7 trial, and one from Chicago 1988. You can watch more on Abbie Hoffman here: mediaburn.org


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Studs on a Soapbox (part 1 of 2)


A study of colorful Chicago author, radio personality, and raconteur Studs Terkel. The program contains footage of Terkel from the 1950's through 2000, when he was 89 years old. Terkel expounds on various topics such as work, art, media, himself, his political views, his family, and his colleagues. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Mike Royko at the Billy Goat Tavern Chicago 1982


Mike Royko talks about his Chicago Sun-Times softball team at the Billy Goat Tavern in Chicago in 1982. Videomaker Scott Jacobs talks about shooting this classic, "Royko At The Goat." For some of the best of Mike Royko, go to: mediaburn.org


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Early 1980s Video Arcade Games


A humorous glimpse at the video game boom in the early 1980s, when Pac Man and arcades were popular. This clip is an excerpt from a demo for the television show "Wired In." You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Bill Murray Almost Sings National Anthem at Wrigley Field 1984


Bill Murray attends a 1984 Chicago Cubs playoff game and Bobby Vinton singing the National Anthem. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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The Marijuana Conspiracy


Johnny Marijuanaseed, a hemp activist, describes some of his hemp-related conspiracy theories, and shows how to make hemp products from the plant. You can watch the full video here: www.mediaburn.org


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Republican National Convention 1972


TVTV's 1972 documentary "Four More Years," an in depth look at the Republican National Convention. It was the first independently produced program to ever be shown on television, and is a powerful look at the politics of the day. You can watch the full 60-minute documentary here: mediaburn.org


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Wavy Gravy on the Marijuana Debate


Countercultural icon Wavy Gravy weighs in on the marijuana debate. Quick Hits From The Archive." To watch the full piece at Media Burn, click the link below: www.mediaburn.org


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Steve Martin Comedy Special 1974 Part 2


"The Funnier Side of Eastern Canada." A rare 1974 comedy special starring Steve Martin as he travels through Canada showcasing numerous monuments, tourist attractions, and his unique style of comedy. For the entire comedy special: mediaburn.org


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George Lois 1974


Celebrated adman George Lois talks shop in this 1974 interview from TVTV's documentary "Adland." Includes footage of his successful campaign for Ovaltine ("My old pal Ovaltine") and his controversial Olivetti typewriter ads. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Funny Fugazi Interview 1989


Funny interview by clueless cameraman with Ian MacKaye (and his mom) and Guy Picciotto after the show at the Alternatives Festival in Washington DC in 1989. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Steve Martin Comedy Special 1974 Part 3


"The Funnier Side of Eastern Canada." A rare 1974 comedy special starring Steve Martin as he travels through Canada showcasing numerous monuments, tourist attractions, and his unique style of comedy. To watch the whole comedy special, go to: mediaburn.org


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Media Burn by Ant Farm: Car Crash


"Media Burn" by Ant Farm. Excerpt from Ant Farm's classic video art piece examining and satirizing the media, particularly the impact of television. On July 4, 1975, what a TV newscaster described as a "media circus" assembles at San Francisco's Cow Palace Stadium. A pyramid of television sets are stacked, dowsed with kerosene, and set ablaze. Then a modified 1959 Cadillac El Dorado Biarritz, piloted by two drivers who are guided only by a video monitor between their bucket seats, crashes through the pyramid destroying the TV sets. You can watch the full version here: mediaburn.org


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POV Bungee Jump


An excerpt from the television show "The 90's." A cameraman bungee jumps off a bridge! You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Bill Veeck


Show about Chicago sports legend Bill Veeck, former owner of Chicago White Sox. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Early 1980s Special Effects and Computer Graphics


Early 1980s Special Effects and Computer Graphics from the television show "Wired In," offering a look at the technological trends and innovations of the 1980s. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Bill Murray on Electronics in the 1980s


Bill Murray on electronics in the 1980s, from the television show "Wired In," offering a look at the technological trends and innovations of the 1980s. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Media Burn by Ant Farm (excerpt 1)


Excerpt from Ant Farm's classic video art piece examining and satirizing the media, particularly the impact of television. On the Fourth of July, 1975, artist-president John F. Kennedy (Doug Hall) delivers a speech about the media: "Now I ask you, my fellow Americans: Haven't you ever wanted to put your foot through your television screen?" at San Francisco's Cow Palace Stadium. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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The Murder of Fred Hampton


"The Murder of Fred Hampton." Produced by The Film Group. An excerpt from a documentary about the death of Fred Hampton, chairman of the Illinois Black Panther Party. In 1969, Hampton was murdered in his bed at the Panther headquarters by the Chicago police. The event was extremely controversial as the police and the Black Panthers told drastically different versions of the events. This film became instrumental in proving the Panthers' story that the police broke in to headquarters without warning and killed Hampton without resistance. Edward V Hanrahan was the state's attorney at the time and was largely held responsible for the act. You can watch the full version here: www.mediaburn.org www.mediaburn.org


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Ant Farm's Doug Michels: Visionary Architect of the Future


Archival videos featuring visionary Artist/Architect Doug Michels. Introduced by Media Burn founder Tom Weinberg. More Doug Michels videos at Media Burn: tinyurl.com Full version of Michels' 1976 "video letter": www.mediaburn.org Full "Media Burn" by Ant Farm www.mediaburn.org


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Bill Ayers teaching teachers 1992


Bill Ayers mentors new Chicago public school teachers in 1992. You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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James Carville Versus an Ice Cream Cone


Political pundit James Carville has a love affair with an ice cream cone during an interview about Clinton's 1992 Presidential Campaign. More behind the scenes footage of Carville here: mediaburn.org


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Studs on a Soapbox (part 2 of 2)


A study of colorful Chicago author, radio personality, and raconteur Studs Terkel. The program contains footage of Terkel from the 1950's through 2000, when he was 89 years old. Among other things, Studs talks about his late wife Ida, to whom he was married for 60 years, his relationship with writer Mike Royko, and his television show, "Stud's Place." You can watch the full video here: mediaburn.org


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Bobby and Dennis Hull 1985


Interview footage of NHL greats Bobby and Dennis Hull. The piece was filmed for the 1985 television special "Once A Star," which profiled former professional athletes. You can watch the full program here: mediaburn.org


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