Ever since he was young, Mel has had a fascination with television. Not only what comes out the front but what goes on behind the scenes. After a 30 year career as Executive Director of Operations for CBS, where he was responsible for all news gathering, news bureaus, and remote broadcasts, Mel enjoys sharing his passion for television while enjoying his second passion, cruising. Join him as he takes you behind the scenes at CBS and entertains you with his knowledge and experiences.

Everybody loves Television! It's the single most important invention that has affected our lives and made the world smaller. We all grew up with that magic screen and have a fascination for what goes on in front as well as behind the scenes.
We will explore the history of television from the programs we all remember to the development of TV from black and white to color and high definition to how a TV Newscast is produced. My presentations will be enhanced through the use of entertaining videos.

EYE ON TELEVISION

1 - In the Beginning
A Journey through the history of television. Do you remember Howdy Doody, Rootie Kazootie, and Winky Dink and You? Let’s go back to the early days of television

2 - And That's the Way it Is
Did you ever wonder what it takes to produce the Evening News? Let’s go through a typical day as a TV network produces a newscast.
Included will be video of an actual broadcast with the Director cues so you can experience being in the control room.

3 - New Technology
What was the first TV show you saw in color?
Let’s talk about the many advances in technology that have improved TV over the years.

4 - Major Events
How are major news events covered.

5 - Sports
I will take you behind the scenes of the Superbowl and show you how the biggest event is produced.

6 - The Future of Television
Here is Norah O’Donnell with the Evening News….or is it?
Will artificial intelligence replace the news anchor?

I can also add some sessions which include TV trivia, etc.