Why Does This Anti-Censorship Interview From 1959 Seem Terrifyingly Relevant Today?

Rod Serling (best known for creating “The Twilight Zone”) sits down to discuss censorship in the media. It’s over 50 years later, and now it’s the Internet’s turn to deal with neutrality and censorship. By the way, how crystal-smooth is Rod Serling’s voice?

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Rollie Williams

Feb 11, 2014

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