Today's Media Pulse
Online video subscriptions top 2.2 bn, revenue eclipses pay‑TV
Omdia reports global online video subscriptions reached 2.24 billion at the end of 2025, a 17.6% year‑on‑year rise. Revenue grew 13.5% to $176 billion, overtaking pay‑TV's $170 billion for the first time. Growth is expected to slow to single‑digit in 2026 as operators shift focus from acquiring new users to monetising existing ones.
Lawrence O’Donnell Mocks Trump for Admitting ‘Smart People’ Don’t Like Him: ‘When He’s Right He’s Right’ | Video
Lawrence O'Donnell mocked Donald Trump on Monday’s “The Last Word” after a protest sign quoted the former president saying, “smart people don’t like me.” O'Donnell played the original clip, highlighting the paradox of Trump’s self‑deprecating remark becoming a rallying point for critics. The mockery came as Trump’s recent strikes in the Middle East have alienated portions of his MAGA base, with former allies publicly denouncing the Iran‑related actions. Polls now suggest millions of Trump voters are reconsidering their support.
Rachel Maddow Ridicules Trump for ‘Inexplicably’ Cutting Favors for Russia as They Help Iran | Video
Rachel Maddow criticized President Donald Trump for easing sanctions on Russia while Russia assists Iran in the ongoing conflict. She highlighted Trump’s decision to let a Russian oil tanker bypass a U.S. blockade of Cuba, calling the move inexplicable. Trump...
J. Cole Says Streaming Undervalues Music, Creates Surface-Level Critique: ‘There’s No Barrier of Entry’
Hip‑hop icon J. Cole told the Lost in Vegas YouTube channel that music streaming’s flat‑rate model devalues songs by removing the financial commitment that once drove deeper listener engagement. He contrasted today’s unlimited catalog with the era of buying CDs or...
Why Mazda Is Making Movies Now (Exclusive)
Mazda is launching a new CX‑5 SUV with a five‑film campaign that debuted at the Oscars, featuring short movies in romance, action, sci‑fi, musical and horror genres. The branded entertainment will roll out on YouTube, TikTok, Hulu and may appear...
UK Group Companies Unveil NAB Show Plans
Tradefair announced that 28 companies from Great Britain and Northern Ireland will form the UK Group at the 2026 NAB Show in Las Vegas, scheduled for April 18‑22. The exhibitors cover a wide spectrum of media‑technology solutions, including workflow management, AI‑driven...
‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ Remains Atop Netflix Movies List With 19.4 Million Views in 2nd Week
Netflix’s "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" remained the platform’s top‑ranked English‑language movie for a second consecutive week, pulling 19.4 million views in the week of March 23 after a debut week of 25.3 million. The film outperformed other releases such as "War Machine" and "Anaconda,"...
AI Makes Music Creation Instant, Challenges Originality
AI is lowering the barrier to making music to almost zero. Tools like Suno let anyone generate songs from simple prompts, turning creation into something instant and accessible. That opens the door to massive creativity, but also raises questions about originality...
Marshals Report Explains Why Monica Dutton Was Killed Off After Yellowstone
Paramount killed off Monica Dutton in the Marshals pilot, officially to deepen Kayce Dutton’s storyline, but a Puck report reveals legal maneuvering behind the decision. NBCUniversal holds exclusive streaming rights to Yellowstone and its continuations on Peacock, forcing Paramount to...
Algorithm-Driven Feed Undermines Twitter’s Town‑Square Ideal
X wants to be a town square.. I’ve always thought of Twitter as a place for conversations. You can have a conversation with a friend or group while standing in the Town Square.. allowing an open hear to hear news...
ABC, NITV Back New Season of Kids Favourite LITTLE J AND BIG CUZ
ABC and National Indigenous Television have green‑lit a fifth season of the award‑winning children’s series Little J & Big Cuz, with a launch slated for 2027. The renewal is backed by Screen Australia, VicScreen, Screen Tasmania, the Australian Children’s Television Foundation and other partners....
A Battlestar Galactica Co-Creator Had A Star Trek-Related Rule For The Cylons
Ronald D. Moore, co‑creator of the reimagined *Battlestar Galactica*, instituted a strict rule that the series' Cylons must never become a hive‑mind like *Star Trek*'s Borg. In the series bible he emphasized that Cylons should remain individual humans with distinct personalities, even...
Scripps Sports Ink Deal for Ion to Air 2026 Teal Rising Cup
Kansas City Current and Scripps Sports announced that Ion will broadcast the 2026 Teal Rising Cup, a four‑team women’s soccer tournament, across its national network. The tournament, held at the purpose‑built CPKC Stadium, will feature Kansas City Current, Club América,...
Arkansas TV Creates Fund for Donations Supporting PBS Dues
Arkansas public television announced a dedicated PBS Dues Fund to cover roughly $2.1 million in annual PBS licensing fees after the state’s disaffiliation plan was paused. The fund, managed by the Arkansas TV Foundation, lets donors earmark contributions specifically for PBS...
Wil Anderson Returns as GRUEN Heads Back to ABC for Season 18 This April
Australian broadcaster ABC is reviving its long‑running advertising satire series "Gruen" for an 18th season, debuting on Wednesday 29 April 2026 at 8 pm. Wil Anderson returns as host, guiding a panel that dissects TV, online and print ads with its...
Paul McCartney Banned From Reddit After Promoting Himself in Paul McCartney Subreddit
Sir Paul McCartney’s Reddit account was permanently banned after he posted concert photos from a Fonda Theatre show using a Dropbox link. The ban was applied site‑wide by Reddit administrators, not by the r/PaulMcCartney moderators, who clarified they lack authority...
Bauer Media Pushes Android Automotive App
Bauer Media has launched a native Android Automotive version of its Rayo radio app, now pre‑installed in BMW and Mini connected‑car systems across the United Kingdom and Portugal. The app was developed on Radioplayer’s white‑label Android Automotive platform and distributed...
Future Tech Imagined, but Not Niche Video Platforms
Sci-fi writers ~50 years ago were talking about flying cars and space colonies. I don't think anyone predicted that something like YouTube will exist, where niche videos like this 3h study video with 24M views
Weeks After Denouncing Government Censorship On Rogan, Zuckerberg Texted Elon Musk Offering To Take Down Content For DOGE
In a January 10, 2025 interview with Joe Rogan, Mark Zuckerberg portrayed himself as a defender of free expression, claiming Meta resisted Biden administration pressure to remove content. Less than a month later, on February 3, he texted Elon Musk—then...
The Psychology of Liberal Young Women and Gen Z - Freya India
In this episode of the Winston Marshall Show, host Winston chats with author and researcher Freya India about her new book *Girls Registered*, which diagnoses a mental‑health crisis among liberal young women and Gen Z. India links soaring rates of teenage...
2 Beloved Quentin Tarantino Movies Arrive on Peacock Today
Peacock adds Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Django Unchained’ and ‘Reservoir Dogs’ to its streaming library, making both films available today. ‘Django Unchained’ earned Oscars for Best Supporting Actor and Best Original Screenplay, while ‘Reservoir Dogs’ is celebrated as a cult‑classic independent film....
Meta's Social Media Battle Plan
Meta is confronting the landmark K.G.M. v. Meta decision that threatens its long‑standing Section 230 shield, prompting an internal legal strategy dubbed "Project Hail Mary." The ruling fuels global discussions on age‑based social‑media bans, with Australia already restricting users under...
NAB Show: Proton to Demonstrate 3D Application
Proton Camera Innovations will showcase its ultra‑compact FLEX and 4K FLEX cameras at the NAB Show, demonstrating a new stereoscopic 3D workflow that pairs two miniature lenses with a single camera‑control unit. The system provides frame‑accurate synchronization, shared power and...
Tulsa King: Armand's Fate Explained
Armand Truisi, a prominent enforcer on Paramount+’s "Tulsa King," meets an off‑screen suicide in season 3, episode 6, revealed through dialogue rather than visual dramatization. The abrupt exit stems from behind‑the‑scenes decisions, with Max Casella confirming the character was written out rather...
NATPE Global, Realscreen Summit and Kidscreen Summit Canceled for 2027
Brunico Communications announced it will cancel its U.S. events portfolio for 2027, including the Realscreen Summit, Kidscreen Summit and NATPE Global. The decision cites ongoing market consolidation and structural pressures on content production. Brunico will instead concentrate on its flagship...
Creating a Personal Media OS for Systematic Growth
I’m building a personal media operating system for myself. Not a content calendar. Not an AI post writer. A real internal system for: - signals - hooks - scripts - UGC workflows - memory - distribution Because I want my own products to grow through systems, not daily chaos. Share in...
NAB Show: Telos Alliance’ To Debut ‘Axia Pulsar’ AoIP Console
Telos Alliance unveiled the Axia Pulsar, a compact AoIP mixing console, at the NAB Show in Las Vegas. The 2RU unit features eight motorized faders, a touchscreen, and can expand to 16 faders with an optional module. It runs on...
Inside The Chernin Group’s Bet on Creator-Led Empires
The Chernin Group (TCG) is doubling down on creator‑led media, channeling $40 million into UK podcast powerhouse Goalhanger and expanding its stake in audio‑first brands like Audiochuck. The firm’s thesis treats community audiences as the core asset, favoring multi‑revenue models that...
Perfect Australian Crime Drama with 'Two Vastly Different Detectives' In 'Prime Video's Top-Rated'
Deadloch, the Australian crime drama that debuted in 2023, returned with its second season on March 20 via Prime Video. Set on Tasmania’s stark coastline, detectives Dulcie Collins and Eddie Redcliffe bring contrasting investigative styles that blend tension and humor. The...
American Gladiators Trailer Previews Prime Video Reboot of Iconic TV Show
Prime Video unveiled a trailer for its reboot of the 1989‑1996 hit series American Gladiators. The competition will feature 24 contenders battling 16 newly cast gladiators across classic events like Joust and Powerball plus fresh challenges such as The Ring...
Bongino’s Return Shakes Up Triton’s February Podcast Ranker
Triton Digital released its February 2026 US Podcast Ranker covering February 2 through March 1. The iHeart Audience Network led the Sales Network chart with 70.8 million average weekly downloads. Dan Bongino’s comeback propelled Cumulus Podcast Network into the top three podcasts, while Pod Save...
Savannah Bananas Returning to HBO Max, truTV
Turner Sports' Banana Ball, featuring the Savannah Bananas, returns to broadcast on HBO Max and truTV beginning May 8, 2026. The season will comprise 15 matchups, largely on Friday evenings, with all games streamed live on HBO Max’s ad‑free tier ($18.49/month). A concurrent agreement adds...
Hit HBO Max TV Show’s Spin-Off Isn’t Happening Despite Rumors
Popular HBO Max comedy "Hacks" will end after its fifth season, with the finale slated for May 28, 2026. Rumors of a spin‑off series circulated earlier this year, but HBO CEO Casey Bloys publicly dismissed any such plans. The show,...
NAB Show: Nevion To Showcase ‘Moxela’ Media Processing Platform
Nevion, a Sony group company, is unveiling Moxela, a software‑based media processing platform that runs on commercial off‑the‑shelf servers or in the cloud. The solution integrates with Nevion’s VideoIPath orchestration suite and will be demonstrated at Sony’s booth C8401 during...
Meat Dept. Joins Psyop Global Creative Network
Psyop has incorporated the French directing collective Meat Dept. into its global creative network, bringing a studio renowned for blending bespoke AI systems with handcrafted visual techniques. Meat Dept. is celebrated for a hyper‑tactile, cinematic aesthetic, with credits that include...
TMZ Goes After Members of Congress Living It Up Amid DHS Shutdown
TMZ has turned its paparazzi lens on members of Congress amid the 41‑day Department of Homeland Security shutdown, publishing photos of lawmakers vacationing while federal employees remain unpaid. The outlet released images of Senator Lindsey Graham at Disney World, Representative...
Eric Dane Returns for His Final TV Role in the New Euphoria Trailer
The trailer for Euphoria’s third and final season, debuting April 12, confirms the late Eric Dane’s last television appearance as Cal. The clip shows Cal reuniting with Jules, hinting at a new, ominous storyline. Zendaya returns as a relapsed Rue...
Kara Makes Friends (Sorta) and Must Save Krypto in the New Supergirl Trailer
The latest Supergirl trailer reveals Kara Danvers must rescue the Kryptonian dog Krypto from the villain Krem, setting up a high‑stakes rescue plot. It also introduces potential allies Lobo and teenage Ruthye, hinting at an interstellar quest for vengeance and...
Yes, You Can Turn Followers Into Substack Subscribers
Substack has rolled out tools that let creators import social‑media followers directly into their email lists, effectively turning platform fans into paying subscribers. The new "Follow" widget and API integrations pull contact data from X, Instagram and LinkedIn, then prompt...
A Demon Falls for a Human in "Long Vacation": Netflix Greenlights New Romance Series From Director of "Crash Landing on...
Netflix has greenlit "Long Vacation," a new romance series starring Choo Young‑woo as a centuries‑old demon and Lee Se‑young as a savvy hotel attendant. The show is directed by Lee Jung‑hyo, the filmmaker behind the hit "Crash Landing on You,"...
Age Of Attraction Renewed For Season 2 At Netflix
Netflix has officially renewed the reality dating series “Age of Attraction” for a second season. Hosted by Bachelor alum Nick Viall and his wife Natalie Joy—who themselves bridge an 18‑year age gap—the show pits singles against each other without revealing ages...
Jennifer Lawrence & Bradley Cooper’s Oscar-Winning Movie Streams on Peacock Today
Silver Linings Playbook, the 2012 David O. Russell drama that earned $236 million worldwide and secured Jennifer Lawrence’s Best Actress Oscar, is now streaming on Peacock. The film’s blend of sharp humor, mental‑health themes, and award‑season pedigree makes it a timeless...
NAB Show: Mediagenix To Highlight AI-Driven Title Management & Scheduling
Mediagenix will showcase its AI‑driven content platform at the NAB Show in Las Vegas, highlighting a Semantic Intelligence layer that unifies discovery, scheduling and monetization. The new suite includes AI‑enhanced title and rights management, a dynamic schedule optimizer that respects...
Micro‑drama Apps Become the New Binge‑watch Frontier
Turns out a lot of people are watching micro drama apps — outside of the regular rotation of social platforms
‘In The Mud’ Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix
Netflix has officially renewed the Argentine‑Spanish series "In The Mud" (En el barro) for a third season, following a strong performance of Season 2. The sophomore season logged 42.2 million hours watched in its first three weeks, ranking #6 among global Non‑English...
TikTok Teams with Cameo for Creator Video Requests
This could get interesting 👀 TikTok partnered with Cameo — which means creators can offer personalized videos directly within the app It's a new revenue stream for creators and a new way to interact with your favorite TikTok creators for fans https://newsroom.tiktok.com/tiktok-partners-with-cameo-to-unlock-new-monetization-opportunities-for-creators?lang=en
Live on YouTube Saturday 12 Pm ET—Suggest Topics!
I'll be going live on YouTube this Saturday at 12pm ET. What do you wanna talk about? And don't make me listen to 'Bully' because that's not happening 🫠
Hulu’s Postapocalyptic Hit Is Pure Wishful Thinking
Hulu’s surprise series *Paradise* has evolved from a murder‑mystery to a post‑apocalyptic sci‑fi drama, culminating in a Season 2 finale where a quantum supercomputer named Alex can rewrite time. The show uses a tech‑billionaire’s bunker‑village to explore climate collapse, while foregrounding...
WMG CEO Outlines AI Risk, Publishing Economics, Growth Outlook
Nice industry breakdown from $WMG CEO. Covers everything from AI risk to music publishing economics to the long-term growth outlook and overall moatiness of the space. Good read: https://t.co/XTKkxy6RPv https://t.co/sGhhtzDs4B
Own Ignored Platforms for Cheap First‑mover Advantage
Every platform your competitors ignore is a channel you can own for almost nothing. YouTube. Reddit. Niche newsletters. Podcast circuits. First mover advantage is still real.
FlexClip AI: Versatile, Accessible Video Creation Platform
RT @MktgtTechAI Review: FlexClip AI Video Platform [NEW POST] https://t.co/CtzT3w39KU @FlexClipApp stands out a versatile, accessible #AI video and content creation platform--with one key differentiator.