https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/1cc4dcfe-920c-444a-91e0-feb02403471a Presented by NBC in 1958, "Ten For Survival" was a ten episode series about man and the atomic age. This rarely-seen episode "What Do You Know?", hosted by Chet Huntley, examined public perception of the survive-ability of nuclear war. Two "average citizens" give opinions concerning various Civil Defense questions, and Huntley cites various surveys of public opinion, that are then rebutted (or affirmed) by an expert named Dr. Dreyer. The V.P. of the organization that conducted the survey, Mr. Alberto Castelli, also participates. The program discusses findings from a survey conducted by International Research Associates. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cicero, along with experts like Dr. Calvin S. Dreyer and Alberto Castillos Castelo, participate in the discussion. The survey results reveal public opinions on the likelihood of a nuclear attack, the use of nuclear weapons, and preparedness measures. The program also addresses misconceptions about radiation, the importance of civil defense measures, and the need for public education. The series aimed to inform viewers about the hard facts of nuclear explosions and encourages them to take necessary precautions. 00:00: Intro by NBC in cooperation with the Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization and the Educational Television and Radio Center. 0:30 - 0:42: The series "10 for Survival" is introduced, focusing on survival in the nuclear age, hosted by Chad Huntley. Program's theme: the importance of knowledge for survival in the event of a nuclear war. 1:08 - 1:26: Need to understand nuclear weapons and their effects. Introduction of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cicero and Dr. Calvin S. Dreyer and Alberto Castillos Castelo. 2:02: Mr. and Mrs. Cicero answer survey questions about the likelihood of a nuclear attack, the use of nuclear weapons, and the impact on their area. Likelihood of a nuclear attack and the use of nuclear weapons. 3:49: Survey results on whether people believe they would have advance warning of an atomic attack and what they would do if they had 15 minutes or two hours to prepare. 4:45 - 5:06: Discussion on civil defense warning signals and public knowledge about them. Survey results on public preparedness for an atomic attack, including keeping supplies and knowing warning signals. 6:00 - 6:49: Discussion on the effects of radiation and fallout, and public misconceptions about radiation being contagious. Civil defense warning signals. 7:17 - 8:03: Discussion on what should be done to increase public knowledge and preparedness for an atomic attack. Opinion about civil defense and the effects of nuclear weapons. 9:00 - 9:59: Discussion on public misconceptions about radiation and the importance of knowledge for survival. 10:01 - 10:59: Explanation of fallout and its effects by Dr. Dreyer. Discussion on what people can do to protect themselves from radiation. 12:59: Survey results on public preparedness and knowledge about civil defense. Misconceptions about radiation and the importance of knowledge for survival. 14:00 - 14:59: Explanation of civil defense measures and public preparedness. Survey results on public preparedness and knowledge about civil defense measures. 16:00 - 16:59: Discussion on public misconceptions about radiation and the importance of knowledge for survival. 17:00 - 17:59: Summary of survey findings by Mr. Castelli, highlighting public awareness and preparedness for a nuclear attack. Public misconceptions about radiation and the importance of knowledge for survival. 20:59: Survey results on public preparedness and knowledge. Misconceptions about radiation and the importance of knowledge for survival. 22:00 - 22:59: Explanation of civil defense measures and public preparedness. Survey findings by Mr. Castell. 24:27: Discussion on the 64% favoring compulsory training, noting it may be misleading as it doesn't fit with national traditions and might be used as an alibi. Dr. Dreyer discusses the hope that the horror of nuclear war will prevent it, despite no historical basis. 24:55 - 25:23: Letters received accuse the series of making nuclear war seem feasible or acceptable, but the program emphasizes its undesirability. Survey shows 30% believe panic would be a killer in a nuclear attack, but evidence suggests otherwise 26:25: Importance of leaving a disaster scene quickly. Importance of knowledge about nuclear attacks and disaster preparedness. 26:42 - 26:59: Cost and construction of bomb shelters, with civil defense authorities providing plans. 27:02 - 27:27: Survey shows 79% prefer getting information via radio and television, indicating a preference for easier access to information. Knowledge is survival 28:14: Upcoming programs 29:10: End. 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