Site search
Other places at which I post
Twitter: my personal feed
My mobile photos on Flickr

My Distractions

Entries in TThis American Life (1)

Sunday
Aug072011

'When patents attack'

"This American Life" recently went uncovered an incredible abuse of the U.S. patent system that is enriching a few but handcuffing innovation for countless tech companies and other innovators. 

The stereotypical Mafia-style shakedown is nothing compared to creative but sleazy entrepreneurs who are abusing the archaic systems in place at the U.S. Patent Office.  TAL's relentless reporting and fast-paced storytelling makes this hour well worth your time.