Aerial View was WFMU’s first regularly-scheduled phone-in talk show. Hosted by Chris T. and on the air since 1989, the show features topical conversation, interviews and many trips down the rabbit hole. Until further notice, Aerial View is only available as a podcast, available every Tuesday morning. Subscribe to the newsletter “See You Next Tuesday!” and find tons of archives at aerialview.me.
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The seeds for the book were planted when Melissa acquired a border collie - Mercy - and decided the dog needed some discipline. Before long, Melissa was fully immersed in the world of "Clicker Training", derived from the pioneering behavioral therapy work of B.F. Skinner. This "non punitive" school of training has led to a quiet revolution and Melissa writes movingly about her time with Mercy and the ways in which the dog's training changed her life, too.
I'd like to hear about your "Secret History Of Kindness." Who's been kind to you when you needed it the most? Whom have you been kind to? What's the last kind act you performed? And have you ever had a pet transform your life?
Your conditioned response is to call 201-209-9368 and BE KIND.
"I know that you were planning to disconnect me...
and I'm afraid that's something I cannot allow to happen."
Last Week: Does Not Compute!
Last week we discussed your computers, how many you actually own, what you do with them, etc. No one I spoke to had a computer commit murder, as does HAL9000 in the greatest film ever made, 2001: A Space Odyssey (above).
I have 2. One crappy PC that I bought for 200 as a spare, and a Macbook Air that I just bought. I use the mac for writing mostly.
my dad worked for IBM, so for many years, we were all about PC's, but I have since come around to apple...seems to be a lot less error messages which was starting to drive me crazy.
I have an older Imac and a newish macbook pro. I use a Dell at work.
I love my iMac. I maxed out the RAM so it can handle animation work, and I got the big one so it doubles as my TV...so I can watch Mad Men!
Macbook Pro, PC laptop, iPad, iPhone. im trying to move from a life of programming and websites into analog electronics and audio since i just can't deal with staring at a screen 10 hours a day anymore.
iPhone 5, 2006 Mac Mini, Blue G3, Toshiba Satellite.
dead laptops which I hang onto with the idea that someday I'll be able to pull the data out of them and revisit old recordings I've done, but I'm doubtful that it will ever happen...or if its even possible.
Currently (almost always) listening to WFMU on my Lenovo V570 laptop running Windows 7. I can also listen via tunein.com on my Moto G Android phone or cheap-but-effective Hisense Sero 7 Pro tablet.
My first computer was an Atari 400. Then when that broke, Atari 800. And then when Atari was failing as a company I scored a brand new Atari 800XL for really cheap so gave the Atari 800 to some kids in the family who liked to play games.
SPOILER ALERT! Herein lies the Mad Men final images...
Initially, I hated the ending. It's since grown on me and now it makes me smile, just like a certain bubbly cola. I enjoyed seeing Don/Dick hit his nadir only to realize what he's truly good at: selling us things that may not be good for us. While I'm not sure it was the best show ever on TV, it's certainly in my top ten. Thanks, AMC!
My Flipside Classifieds Pen Pal
Yes, it's true: I had a Flipside Classifieds Pen Pal. Doris Domen was her name. Back in the early 80's we began writing to each other. She lived in California, I was on Long Island, in my mother's house. Our friendship lasted years, with several etters every week until I made the mistake of flying out to meet her. She was a freshman at U.C. Berkeley and I went out there with nowhere to stay, thinking I'd crash in her dorm. Her roommate was having none of that. I tried sleeping in the common room but the Berkeley kids thought I was some bum from New York (which I was).
Things did not go well between Doris and I so I burned all of our letters when I got home (I used to make photocopies of my letters to her, so I'd have a record). To this day it remains one of my biggest regrets. Those letters were more than the ramblings of two young dopes. They were a record of what was going on in my life at the time.
Recently, I found the only letter that remains, the second one from me to Doris, telling her about this band (The Nihilistics) that was coming together. I present it here. Doris, if you're out there, contact me...
Thursday, August 9, 1981 4:30 PM
Dear Doris:
How is the weather in California? I really like the picture you sent - you look pretty cool.
At my house right now it’s warm but not too bad. We don’t have air-conditioning but there’s a huge attic fan and another one in the hallway ceiling. They pull most of the hot air out, except what comes from my brother, ha ha.
I’m living in the small room, the one my father built years ago, over the garage. I don’t know if he built it as storage or if it was meant as a room for my oldest brother, Mario. But that’s who moved into it. After that, my brother, Marc, and I shared the large bedroom.
The three of us used to live in there. Mario had his own bed and Marc and I had bunk beds. I slept on the bottom because I was heavy and Marc was skinny. But Marc used to wet his bed. I woke up a few times to this awful smell. It never came through the mattress but I always thought it would. I think he stopped eventually.
He also bangs his head at night to fall asleep. He slams his head down on the bed, hitting the headboard sometimes. He goes bang, UGH. Bang. UGH. Bang. UGH. Bang. UGH. He’s been doing it for many years.
Anyway, it’s not too hot in here because I have a fan in the window. There’s only one window in the room and it’s way down low. I tried to take a picture of it but it came out too dark.
I like my room. It’s too small for most people but I think of it like a cabin. Maybe that’s why my father put the “Second Mate” sign on the door?
By the way, I’m typing this on my mother’s new IBM Selectric. She lets me use it. The Royal is still around, though. I won’t go back, though. This electric is cool and even lets me make corrections. Notice how there’s no mistakes?
It also sound likes a machine gun. I was up here up late last night, writing a short story. Maybe I’ll mail it to you with this letter.
I’m really glad I answered you ad in Flipside. It’s nice to write back and forth to you.
I was trying to tell you in my last letter about how hard it is to live here. Right now my Cougar is not running and I feel trapped. It’s okay when I can get out of here and go visit Mike. We can drink a few beers and play some records or just jam.
We started a band. It doesn’t have a name yet. He plays the bass and I play - what else? - guitar. We just got a singer. We met him at that club in Valley Stream, the one I told you about, the one with the Mafia guy who owns it? At least we think he’s in the Mafia. He acts like he is.
Mike met this guy Ron in the parking lot. Ron was playing the Dead Boys on his car stereo and Mike said, “At least someone around here plays some good fucking music.”
So far, Ron has been pretty good. He really likes Sid Vicious. He looks like a heavier, more Italian Sid. And he does his hair up, with the gel or whatever. And he wears the leather jacket. But I like him.
Now all we need is a drummer. Mike things he knows one. We’re having him over to my basement or Mike’s next week. If he comes over here, I have to plan this for when no one’s around. Next week my mother’s going to see Frank Sinatra at Westbury Music Fair and my brother will be working out at his friend’s house. So we might have a drummer - a REAL drummer next week.
I’ll send you a tape we made.
Marc actually came downstairs last time I was hanging out with Mike in the basement. He came down with Jimmy. Usually we try to avoid each other in the basement but we run into each other once in awhile. I hate Marc so much you have no idea.
God, I don’t even know if you have any brothers and sisters! Tell me when you write back, okay?
Held in the historic Asbury Park Convention Center, the Punk Rock Flea Market is sponsored by Hold Fast Records and features a live DJ (spinning actual 45s!) and lots of comic books, T-shirts, collectibles, antiques, vintage clothing and - of course - vinyl.
Find me in the entry way, off to the right, at tables 40 and 41. Look for the golden tableclothes!
After the Flea Market, stroll the Asbury Park boardwalk all the way to the huge Ocean Grove Flea Market on Ocean Pathway!
2005 Mermaid Parade
David Johansen, King Neptune & Chris T., Your MC
Saturday, June 20
Have you made your plans for this year's Mermaid Parade yet? WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! If you're hoping to march, sign up NOW. If you'd like a decent view spot, get there EARLY on Sat., June 20!
I'll be in my usual spot on Surf Ave., standing on a bally stage behind the new Mermaid podium. If you can, come by and say "Hello!"
The parade begins at 1 PM and all the info can be found at coneyisland.com. See you there!
Obligatory Throwback Pic
July, 1963. We always had pets.
L - R: Me (w/kitty), Diana, Marc, Mario Jr. (RIP), Joanie (RIP)
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Aerial View was WFMU’s first regularly-scheduled phone-in talk show. Hosted by Chris T. and on the air since 1989, the show features topical conversation, interviews and many trips down the rabbit hole. Until further notice, Aerial View is only available as a podcast, available every Tuesday morning. Subscribe to the newsletter “See You Next Tuesday!” and find tons of archives at aerialview.me. (Visit homepage.)
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The seeds for the book were planted when Melissa acquired a border collie - Mercy - and decided the dog needed some discipline. Before long, Melissa was fully immersed in the world of "Clicker Training", derived from the pioneering behavioral therapy work of B.F. Skinner. This "non punitive" school of training has led to a quiet revolution and Melissa writes movingly about her time with Mercy and the ways in which the dog's training changed her life, too.
I'd like to hear about your "Secret History Of Kindness." Who's been kind to you when you needed it the most? Whom have you been kind to? What's the last kind act you performed? And have you ever had a pet transform your life?
Your conditioned response is to call 201-209-9368 and BE KIND.
and I'm afraid that's something I cannot allow to happen."
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I have an older Imac and a newish macbook pro. I use a Dell at work.
Initially, I hated the ending. It's since grown on me and now it makes me smile, just like a certain bubbly cola. I enjoyed seeing Don/Dick hit his nadir only to realize what he's truly good at: selling us things that may not be good for us. While I'm not sure it was the best show ever on TV, it's certainly in my top ten. Thanks, AMC!
Things did not go well between Doris and I so I burned all of our letters when I got home (I used to make photocopies of my letters to her, so I'd have a record). To this day it remains one of my biggest regrets. Those letters were more than the ramblings of two young dopes. They were a record of what was going on in my life at the time.
Recently, I found the only letter that remains, the second one from me to Doris, telling her about this band (The Nihilistics) that was coming together. I present it here. Doris, if you're out there, contact me...
Dear Doris:
How is the weather in California? I really like the picture you sent - you look pretty cool.
At my house right now it’s warm but not too bad. We don’t have air-conditioning but there’s a huge attic fan and another one in the hallway ceiling. They pull most of the hot air out, except what comes from my brother, ha ha.
I’m living in the small room, the one my father built years ago, over the garage. I don’t know if he built it as storage or if it was meant as a room for my oldest brother, Mario. But that’s who moved into it. After that, my brother, Marc, and I shared the large bedroom.
The three of us used to live in there. Mario had his own bed and Marc and I had bunk beds. I slept on the bottom because I was heavy and Marc was skinny. But Marc used to wet his bed. I woke up a few times to this awful smell. It never came through the mattress but I always thought it would. I think he stopped eventually.
He also bangs his head at night to fall asleep. He slams his head down on the bed, hitting the headboard sometimes. He goes bang, UGH. Bang. UGH. Bang. UGH. Bang. UGH. He’s been doing it for many years.
Anyway, it’s not too hot in here because I have a fan in the window. There’s only one window in the room and it’s way down low. I tried to take a picture of it but it came out too dark.
I like my room. It’s too small for most people but I think of it like a cabin. Maybe that’s why my father put the “Second Mate” sign on the door?
By the way, I’m typing this on my mother’s new IBM Selectric. She lets me use it. The Royal is still around, though. I won’t go back, though. This electric is cool and even lets me make corrections. Notice how there’s no mistakes?
It also sound likes a machine gun. I was up here up late last night, writing a short story. Maybe I’ll mail it to you with this letter.
I’m really glad I answered you ad in Flipside. It’s nice to write back and forth to you.
I was trying to tell you in my last letter about how hard it is to live here. Right now my Cougar is not running and I feel trapped. It’s okay when I can get out of here and go visit Mike. We can drink a few beers and play some records or just jam.
We started a band. It doesn’t have a name yet. He plays the bass and I play - what else? - guitar. We just got a singer. We met him at that club in Valley Stream, the one I told you about, the one with the Mafia guy who owns it? At least we think he’s in the Mafia. He acts like he is.
Mike met this guy Ron in the parking lot. Ron was playing the Dead Boys on his car stereo and Mike said, “At least someone around here plays some good fucking music.”
So far, Ron has been pretty good. He really likes Sid Vicious. He looks like a heavier, more Italian Sid. And he does his hair up, with the gel or whatever. And he wears the leather jacket. But I like him.
Now all we need is a drummer. Mike things he knows one. We’re having him over to my basement or Mike’s next week. If he comes over here, I have to plan this for when no one’s around. Next week my mother’s going to see Frank Sinatra at Westbury Music Fair and my brother will be working out at his friend’s house. So we might have a drummer - a REAL drummer next week.
I’ll send you a tape we made.
Marc actually came downstairs last time I was hanging out with Mike in the basement. He came down with Jimmy. Usually we try to avoid each other in the basement but we run into each other once in awhile. I hate Marc so much you have no idea.
God, I don’t even know if you have any brothers and sisters! Tell me when you write back, okay?
Sincerely,
Chris
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Come and see me at the Asbury Park Punk Rock Flea Market.
Held in the historic Asbury Park Convention Center, the Punk Rock Flea Market is sponsored by Hold Fast Records and features a live DJ (spinning actual 45s!) and lots of comic books, T-shirts, collectibles, antiques, vintage clothing and - of course - vinyl.
Find me in the entry way, off to the right, at tables 40 and 41. Look for the golden tableclothes!
After the Flea Market, stroll the Asbury Park boardwalk all the way to the huge Ocean Grove Flea Market on Ocean Pathway!
David Johansen, King Neptune & Chris T., Your MC
Have you made your plans for this year's Mermaid Parade yet? WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! If you're hoping to march, sign up NOW. If you'd like a decent view spot, get there EARLY on Sat., June 20!
I'll be in my usual spot on Surf Ave., standing on a bally stage behind the new Mermaid podium. If you can, come by and say "Hello!"
The parade begins at 1 PM and all the info can be found at coneyisland.com. See you there!
L - R: Me (w/kitty), Diana, Marc, Mario Jr. (RIP), Joanie (RIP)
ON THE WEB: Streaming audio in several formats is available at wfmu.org.
ON DEMAND ARCHIVES: The Aerial View Archive page features archives going back to nearly the beginning of the show in RealAudio and MP3 format.
PODCAST: Aerial View is available on iTunes as a podcast.
WFMU MOBILE: Listen live via the mobile app or browse the archives. Get the iOS app here and the Android version here. Amazon Kindle users can use the TuneIn Radio app. Info for other platforms, including Blackberry, etc. can be found here.
AUDIOBOOM: The newest way to hear Aerial View and share it on social media can be found here. Mobile apps are here.
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