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I'm really, really tired of talking about, thinking about, worrying about and dreaming about the coronavirus. This week I've decided to go a different route and do something we all enjoy – making fun of things.
Recently, I tuned in to the first virtual Senate Banking Committee hearing. If you ever want to feel smarter than every lawmaker, you should tune in next time. It's like watching your grandparents try to use a webcam or an iPhone for the first time.
In honor of our senators' efforts, I want to welcome you to the first-ever "Streamies Awards" to recognize some of the fantastically entertaining moments from this hearing.
To our first winner, for the "I'd Like to Turn Off My Webcam But Can't Seem to Figure That Out" award goes to … Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.).
Sen. Tom Cotton
Remember, when in doubt, just use your thumb. Congratulations Tom!
OK, calm down, we are just getting started. Next up, and this was a tough choice for the judges (me), but there was one clear winner for the award, "Best Use of an Empty Waiting Room at Your Doctor's Office?" That one goes to … Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii).
Sen. Brian Schatz
Really Brian, all you're missing are those stand-up ashtrays next to the seats. Nice work and I hope your appointment went well.
Our next award for "You Really Need to Get a New Router" goes to Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.).
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Michael Ogden
Editor-in-Chief at CU Times. To connect, email at [email protected]. As Editor-in-Chief of CU Times since 2016, Michael Ogden has led the editorial team in all aspects of content strategy and execution, including the creation of the publication’s exclusive and proprietary research database of the credit union industry’s economic landscape. Under Michael’s leadership, CU Times has successfully shifted to an all-digital editorial product with new focuses on the payments, fraud, lending and regulatory beats. Most recently, he introduced a data-focused editorial product for subscribers that breaks down credit union issues into hard data, allowing for a deeper and more factual narrative for readers. In 2024, he launched the "Shared Accounts With CU Times" podcast, which offers a fresh, inside-the-newsroom perspective through interviews with leaders from the credit union industry and the regulatory world. He dives into pressing credit union issues, while revealing the personalities working behind-the-scenes to push the credit union world forward. His background includes years as a radio and TV anchor/reporter and a public relations and digital/social media manager, where he covered the food and music industries, as well as cooperatives and credit unions. Over the years, he has launched numerous exclusive video and podcast series, including a successful series of interactive backstage interviews with musicians at music festivals, showcasing his social media and live streaming production skills.
