Reply #74: HBO and Showtime are not the same. [View All]

[DuaneBidoux]

The law is only for broadcast networks using publicly distributed airwaves. And it doesn't always apply--it depends on the time and the word.

For example, you can say GD after 11:00 eastern on certain shows that have shown an "M" rating. You can say "damn" any time, but add "god" and the bleep is necessary. You can say "ass" but as soon as you say "asshole" they have to bleep it.

All these are enforced by the FCC, and under Bush they have been giving out some hefty fines.

I think all this bullshit is crazy, but it is the way it has been for a long time!