Migrating Radio to Television

In a 200, 300, or as some say is coming, a 500-television-channel world--channels are hungry for programming with a capital HUN. So, it's not surprising to see some radio programs migrating to television.

The easiest migration is to stick a couple of cameras into the studio of a live radio broadcast (a la Don Imus or Howard Stern.) But James Lileks' blog today brought a fresh entry to my attention.

One of my favorite NPR radio programs is a Saturday show called "This American Life." Each week it is a series of well-crafted, well-told story/essays centered around a common theme. I have always considered it a great use of radio.

There is now, apparently, a television manifestion on Showtime (which I wouldn't know because I don't subscribe to any premium channels.) But watching this clip almost makes me want to get Showtime just to be able to watch "This American Life" (almost being the operative word).