It worked for me. I will say it seems that the big TV networks have the worst designed websites and use the clunkiest video software on the internets.
I went back to a rel 10 Mint with Firefox 10....That worked.
I have noticed that as well.
My guess is that they are 'directed' to purchase these 'products' from government supported/funded companies (startups) that are just fronts for passing through CAMPAIGN funds.
On the other hand, it may be because of the PLAN to CHARGE for all VIDEO on the internet. That's why YOUTUBE's player is SO CRAPPY.
After all, if there were program (Video Player) that worked well (which there is, actually there are several), then why wouldn't everyone use the same program ? Why does everyone have to keep RE-INVENTING the WHEEL ? Is it because of MONEY ?