The 20th episode of EXIF and Beyond has been released.

This episode of EXIF and Beyond features a panel discussion on Orphan Works with professional photographers Chase Jarvis, Dan Heller and John Harrington. With view points that span the spectrum from support to opposition of the Orphan Works legislation, it is my hope that the information and viewpoints with in this discussion help you form your opinions on the topic.

Referenced Articles:
Little Orphan Artworks – Lawrence Lessig Op-Ed in the New York Times
Orphan Works Act: Courts and Law – Dan Heller
Speed Links 5/6/08 Orphan Works Edition – John Harrington
Orphan Works 2008 – A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing – John Harrington

Note that as of Friday September 26th, 2008 the Shawn Bentley Orphan Works Act, S 2913, the Senate version of this legislation, has passed and has moved on to the House.  Considering the recent passage of this bill in the U.S. Senate it is even more important that you listen to the full length of this podcast, educate yourself as best as you can and take action as you see fit by contacting your Congressional representative. Your call or email to your congressperson in the coming days could make the difference in whether the current form of this legislation is passed or not.

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EXIF and Beyond: Orphan Works Panel Discussion

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For this podcast episode rather than break up this discussion into multiple podcasts I’ve embedded chapters to easily navigate to areas of specific interest.

EXIF and Beyond Episode 20 Chapters
00:00:00 – Podcast Introduction
00:02:07 – Discussion Participant Introductions
00:05:55 – 4 Questions of this Discussion
00:07:11 - What is the Significance of the Orphan Works Legislation (OWL)?
00:07:25 – Chase: Significance of the OWL
00:09:00 – Dan: Significance of the OWL
00:10:48 – John: Significance of the OWL
00:13:14 – What are the Risks With OWL?
00:13:48 – Dan: Risks with OWL
00:19:09 – Chase: Risks with OWL
00:20:37 – John: Risks with OWL
00:21:45 – Is This Equitable Legislation?
00:22:16 – Dan: Is This Equitable Legislation?
00:24:54 – John & Dan: Is This Equitable Legislation?
00:32:14 – Chase: Is This Equitable Legislation?
00:34:50 – OWL Registries & Databases
00:35:36 – John: Registries & Databases
00:36:15 – Dan: Registries & Databases
00:39:07 – Dan & John: Registries & Databases
00:41:17 – Chase & Dan: Registries & Databases
00:42:50 – John & Dan: Registries & Databases
00:48:29 – Does The Lack of DB Technology Required Put Photographers at Greater Risk?
00:48:37 – Dan: Does The Lack of DB Technology Required Put Photographers at Greater Risk?
00:49:03 – John: Does The Lack of DB Technology Required Put Photographers at Greater Risk?
00:49:55 – Dan: Does The Lack of DB Technology Required Put Photographers at Greater Risk?
00:52:05 – Chase & Dan: Does The Lack of DB Technology Required Put Photographers at Greater Risk?
00:53:55 – Does Copyright Require A Broader Overhaul?
00:54:39 – Chase: Does Copyright Require A Broader Overhaul?
00:57:47 – “Reasonable Compensation” in the OWL
00:58:31 – Chase: “Reasonable Compensation” in the OWL
01:00:51 – John: “Reasonable Compensation” in the OWL
01:02:15 – Dan: “Reasonable Compensation” in the OWL
01:04:00 – Dan & John: “Reasonable Compensation” & Scope of Copyright
01:08:15 – Devaluation of Photography & Copyright
01:09:04 – Chase: Devaluation of Photography & Copyright
01:10:42 – Chase & Dan: Adapting to Changing Landscape of Copyright
01:15:19 – Group Thoughts: Change is Here Now – Creative Commons
01:16:11 – Dan: Thoughts on Photographers & Copyrights
01:19:23 – Dan & Chase: Forward Looking Benefit of OWL via DB
01:20:34 – Chase: Fear Driving Misinformation on OWL Positions
01:21:48 – John & Chase: Clarifying Positions on OWL
01:28:55 – Dan: Thoughts on Approaching Changes to OWL
01:31:36 – Chase & John: Crystalizing Not So Different Positions on OWL
01:33:07 – Chase: Orphan Works Legislation Benefits and Recommendations
01:38:20 – Dan: OWL Benefits and Recommendations
01:41:52 – John: OWL Benefits and Recommendations
01:46:01 – Thank You’s & Sign-Off

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