[meteorite-list] TLC Series on Collectors

[Spaceguard]

Well said Richard.  We actually turn down more TV requests than we 
accept these days.

Jay Tate
The Spaceguard Centre

On 13/10/2011 18:40, Richard A. Kowalski wrote:
> As someone who has done plenty of TV and one who has had both great 
> and really bad experiences with production crews and the final 
> product, I'd urge a little caution before one leaps at the chance to 
> be on TV.
>
> Especially if you are going to show off a high value collection on 
> national TV...
>
> I've never allowed a crew to come to my house, even though I've had 
> several request it, but then again my appearances are always work 
> related.
>
> I'm not saying no one should do this. Just be careful, ask a lot of 
> questions about how they plan on presenting you and your collection 
> and if you feel uncomfortable in any way, from what they ask you to do 
> or show to how they speak to you and your family, thank them and show 
> the crew the door. They need you much more than you need them, so be 
> sure you are treated with appropriately.
>
> Good luck.
>