The Economics of Everyday Things 90. Closed Captions
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Apr 28, 2025 Delve into the fascinating world of closed captioning, where skilled stenographers decipher rapid dialogue at lightning speeds. Explore the evolution of this essential service, enhancing accessibility for hearing-impaired audiences. Discover the pressure faced by live captioners during major events and how modern technology is reshaping the industry. With Gen Z's increasing preference for captions, the blend of AI advancements and human expertise is vital for accurate and effective communication in today's media landscape.
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Captioning Live Major Events
- Katie Ryan captioned major live events like the Super Bowl, Olympics, and Oscars for millions weekly.
- She types live captions in real time using stenography, often with only a few seconds delay from audio.
Captions vs Subtitles Explained
- Captions differ from subtitles as they include all audio elements, not just dialogue translation.
- Closed captions can be toggled on or off, unlike early open captions embedded permanently in video.
Joe Karlovits' Captioning Legacy
- Joe Karlovits used stenography and computing to pioneer TV captioning techniques.
- He founded VITAC in 1986, which became North America's largest captioning provider.