capturetv is a simple bash script which simplifies the process of capturing TV via MEncoder. The script also optionally calculates the optimal bitrate depending on how many minutes you want to burn to CD and burns it.
ViewOn.tv is a Media Player that support audio, video and Internet radios. Play your music from your PC, DVD/CD or from your iPod/iPhone. It offers great ways to manage your music library, to create playlist, to copy and burn CDs.