Author: Luke Bouma
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MeTV Toons, Dabl, Catcy Comedy, & More Are Coming to DISH TV
Weigel Broadcasting Co. has expanded its reach to DISH TV customers, making three additional networks available to those with internet-connected set-top boxes. MeTV Toons, Dabl, and Catchy Comedy now join the lineup, complementing existing Weigel offerings on the platform. MeTV and WEST require an internet connection for access via set-top boxes, while Start TV and…
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What is Cord Cutting 2.0 & Can It Help You Break Free From Comcast, Spectrum, & More? – Ask Luke
The phenomenon of cord cutting, once synonymous with ditching expensive cable TV subscriptions, has evolved into a broader movement that promises significant savings for consumers. Dubbed “Cord Cutting 2.0,” this new wave is targeting home internet services, offering alternatives to traditional cable and fiber providers like Comcast, Spectrum, and AT&T. As competition intensifies and new…
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Outlaw TV Overhauls Schedule with Massive Movie Expansion and John Wayne Focus
Outlaw TV, the over-the-air broadcast network known for its rugged, no-nonsense programming, announced a major schedule restructuring today that puts classic films front and center. The network, which reaches millions of American households through free digital antennas, is doubling down on its movie offerings by significantly expanding its film catalog and dedicating large blocks of…
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Milestone in TV History: 73 Years Ago Today Video Recording Was First Demonstrated
On November 11, 1952, a groundbreaking demonstration unfolded in the upscale surroundings of Beverly Hills, California, forever altering the landscape of entertainment and communication. Engineers John Mullin and Wayne Johnson unveiled the world’s first practical video recorder, a bulky yet revolutionary device that captured moving images and sound on magnetic tape. This event, hosted by…
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Disney is Losing $4.3 Million Every Day During Its YouTube TV Blackout
The ongoing blackout of ESPN, ABC, and other Disney-owned networks on Google’s YouTube TV service has created significant financial strain for the entertainment giant, with analysts estimating weekly revenue losses approaching $30 million. This translates to roughly $4.3 million per day in forfeited carriage fees and advertising income, as the dispute enters its second full…
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Paramount’s Cable TV Woes Deepen: Now It Hopes MTV and Nickelodeon Can Help Grow Paramount+
In a stark admission that underscores the relentless erosion of traditional cable television, Paramount Global revealed during its latest earnings call yesterday that its once-mighty cable networks are continuing their steep decline. Executives, led by the newly appointed CEO Jeff Shell, painted a grim picture of shrinking viewership and ad revenues across properties like MTV,…
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Disney+ Adds 2 New Live Channels
Disney+ has unveiled two new live channels set to launch on its platform, bringing fresh waves of seasonal cheer and galactic adventures to subscribers. The additions include the aptly named Season’s Streamings channel, which promises a nonstop rotation of Disney’s beloved holiday programs, and the reintroduced Star Wars Animated channel, dedicated exclusively to the animated…
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Calls on YouTube TV & Disney to End ESPN & ABC Blackout
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has publicly urged Google and Disney to swiftly resolve their ongoing carriage dispute, which has left millions of YouTube TV subscribers without access to key Disney-owned channels for over a week. In a pointed statement issued today, Carr emphasized the need for the two companies to finalize an agreement…
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Sesame Street Debuted 56 Years Ago Today, Revolutionizing Children’s Television
On November 10, 1969, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, millions of American preschoolers sat cross-legged in front of their televisions as a new kind of program flickered onto the screen. With a cheerful countdown, a green puppet named Big Bird strolled down a colorful urban street while a catchy theme song invited viewers to “come…
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35 Years Ago Today The Movie “Home Alone” Premiered
On November 10, 1990, the festive lights of Chicago’s historic Chicago Theatre illuminated the red carpet as John Hughes’ latest family comedy, Home Alone, held its world premiere. Directed by Chris Columbus and starring ten-year-old Macaulay Culkin, the film introduced audiences to Kevin McCallister, an eight-year-old boy accidentally left behind when his large family flies…