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Thanks to everyone who enjoyed the national TV news story millions saw on digitizing pictures. Many asked what it was like to get on the set of the legendary Today Show, so we published all the behind-the-scenes details linked here.

Several weeks ago, we digitized photos and vintage home movie film reels for the host, Dylan Dryer. But she never saw them, even though we added express same-day scanning. The reason? A genius producer kept them from her so she could see her baby photos and movies for the first time live on air, and she was surprised, exclaiming, "That's ME!"

The NBC News production setup is massive, with a vast staff behind the cameras. We passed through extensive exterior security and encountered numerous food stations offering fancy gourmet treats.

Everyone in the famed studio, overlooking New York's Rockefeller Center, is highly professional. Their excitement filled the air as the live countdown approached. Celebrities are scattered around, seemingly unfazed, each accompanied by their entourage of staff and managers.

Despite the calm atmosphere, once the show is off the air, the scene transforms into a flurry of activity, with everyone passionately communicating (friendly yelling). It's remarkable how composed they appear, considering they're about to address millions of viewers.

-- Mitch Goldstone, Chief Photo Archivist at ScanMyPhotos