Tag: NBC
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Missing NBC, MSNOW & Bravo on Fubo? Here Are 5 Alternatives to Try Today
Another carriage dispute has left millions without their favorite networks. On Friday, November 21, 40+ NBCUniversal channels went dark on Fubo after the two sides could not reach an agreement. These networks included local NBC and Telemundo affiliates, NBC Sports regional networks, and national channels like Bravo, USA, and MS NOW and others. Fubo says…
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Peacock Brings Back Madden NFL Cast for Thanksgiving Day Matchup
This Turkey Day, Madden returns to Peacock in an alt-cast between two AFC North rivals. The NFL, NBC Sports, and EA Sports are teaming up for the second edition of the Madden NFL Cast, featuring the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens in an immersive video-game-infused broadcast exclusively on Peacock. Kickoff is set for Thursday, November…
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Peacock Adds Team USA Showcase With Olympic & Paralympic Trials
The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics and Winter Paralympics are just a few months away, and Peacock is doubling down with live action on the way to Italy. NBC Sports is bringing a broad slate of U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials and other events to the streamer. As part of the network’s “Making Team USA”…
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Peacock Expands Horse Racing Coverage With Multi-Year Royal Ascot Rights Extension
Peacock will continue to be the streaming home for one of horse racing’s most cinematic weeks. Royal Ascot isn’t going anywhere as NBC Sports just extended its media rights deal that will continue to bring comprehensive coverage across digital and linear platforms. By keeping the ratings-friendly Royal Ascot in the stable, NBC fills prime real…
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Peacock’s NBA Coverage Breaks Near 30-Year Viewership Record
They’re playing basketball, and on Tuesdays, NBA fans are tuning in like never before this century. NBC’s newly minted “Coast 2 Coast Tuesday”, a bi-coastal doubleheader split across NBC and Peacock, averaged 3.0 million viewers in primetime across broadcast and streaming on its debut, giving the NBA its largest pre-Christmas Tuesday audience since 1996, the…
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86 Years Ago Today NBC Makes History with First Televised Pro Football Game in 1939
In a groundbreaking moment for both sports and broadcasting, the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) made television history today by airing the first-ever professional football game on television. The historic event featured the Brooklyn Dodgers defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 23-14 at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn, New York, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of sports…
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The Slow Death of Local News & Weather on ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Raises Questions About the Future of Local Journalism
In the heart of communities across the United States, local news has long served as a vital lifeline, weaving together the fabric of towns and cities with stories that matter to their residents. It’s the voice that reports on city council meetings, high school sports, and the latest business openings, while also holding those in…
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How to Watch Live Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC On Roku Players, Roku TVs, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, and More
In 2024, the television landscape continued to be dominated by the top four broadcast networks: ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, which consistently drew the largest audiences due to their popular programming, including live sports, news, and primetime shows. As a result, one of the most frequently asked questions from viewers is how to access these…
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The Return of Roundball Rock: Peacock Begins New Era With First NBA Game Tonight
NBC Sports coverage of the NBA returns tonight with the first Peacock-exclusive broadcast when the Chicago Bulls visit the Cleveland Cavaliers. In a move that pairs the future with nostalgia, the streaming-first broadcast strategy will mix legacy network presentation with modern, interactive streaming features. Quick facts — Bulls at Cavaliers (tonight) What to Know About…
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NBCUniversal Revives Iconic Cable TV Network with Launch of a New NBC Sports Network
In a move to reclaim its throne in the competitive world of sports broadcasting, NBCUniversal announced today the relaunch of the NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) this fall, available through YouTube TV. The announcement was shared in an update about a long-term deal to keep NBC-owned channels on the streaming service. The network, a successor to…