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Indian TV market braces for sales dip as production costs surge amid West Asia crisis
Rising RAM prices, higher plastic and ocean‑freight costs linked to the West Asia crisis and a weakening rupee are pushing retail TV prices up about 20%, with a 32‑inch set now costing roughly $133 versus $108 six months ago. Counterpoint Research forecasts shipments to fall 5‑6% as consumers down‑trade to smaller screens.
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By the numbers: K‑Love seeks FCC approval to acquire WFCC
The Yellowstone spin‑off "Marshals" introduces Michael Cudlitz as Randall Clegg, a long‑standing Montana family rival to the Duttons. Showrunner Spencer Hudnut says Clegg will become a "large thorn" in Kayce Dutton’s side this season, promising direct confrontations. The casting marks Hudnut’s first chance to work with the "Walking Dead" veteran, a longtime personal ambition. Meanwhile, the episode teases a hidden secret about Belle Skinner’s family, hinting at deeper character conflict.
RCJ has been selected as the media agency for Australian investment firm LongView, taking charge of brand and performance marketing for its HomeFlex equity‑release platform. The agency’s full‑funnel pitch highlighted its ability to blend creative strategy with data‑driven execution. Early...
I’m so here for the substack era🥹 Can we talk about it for a second? Just something so refreshing about women collectively choosing long form content over noise is doing something to my spirit. We are READING again. thinking again. enriching our minds...
Spark Foundry has introduced a new positioning called “intelligent disobedience,” urging clients to embrace responsible provocation rather than rely solely on data‑driven, Ehrenberg‑Bass style media planning. CEO Matt Turl argues that many agencies follow similar, predictable patterns that limit true...
The Atlantic reports that President Donald Trump has taken more than three dozen cold calls from journalists since the recent U.S. strikes on Iran. At least a dozen major news outlets, including CNN, The New York Times and Fox News,...
YouTube signed a multi‑year agreement to stream the Oscars globally from 2029 to 2033, marking a major shift toward digital distribution. At the 98th ceremony, host Conan O’Brien was interrupted by a YouTube ad, highlighting audience concerns about commercial breaks...
There's a lot going on in this latest Trump post on Truth Social but he ends by endorsing Carr's threats to revoke broadcast licenses for what he calls "Corrupt and Highly Unpatriotic 'News' Organizations." https://t.co/jb2EJc9NQT
Access Hollywood was canceled despite a respected production team, according to insiders. The show struggled under rigid controls from celebrity publicists who barred tough questions and real moments. These constraints turned the program into promotional fluff, eroding audience interest as...
NASCAR and the NHL are navigating a fragmented sports‑media landscape by striking multi‑partner rights deals that span broadcast, cable and streaming. NASCAR’s 2025‑2031 agreements involve Fox, NBC, Amazon, TNT Sports and Nexstar, giving the league five promotional avenues. The NHL’s...
Townsqaure Media reported Q4 2025 consolidated revenue of $1.1 billion, up 0.8% and surpassing guidance, with digital audio revenue climbing 14.1% to $387 million. Podcast revenue surged 24.5% to $174 million, driven by a local sales force that now contributes 47% of the...
Nielsen has entered a multiyear agreement with A+E Global Media, effective immediately. The partnership expands Nielsen’s measurement and analytics services to A+E’s linear and digital properties, including A&E, Lifetime, and History Channel. A+E will adopt new Nielsen products such as...
MiQ has introduced Sigma, an AI‑powered platform in India designed to unify fragmented cross‑screen data for advertisers. The tool aggregates browsing, TV and commerce signals, offering intelligence, activation and measurement layers to streamline campaign planning. Launched by global CEO Gurman...
I think the entire Oscars should embrace the betting angle. Have the presenters announce live odds when they say the names of each nominee, have Conan do a bunch of Kalshi live look ins on Best Picture as the show...
Andy Cohen appeared at SXSW to unveil NBCUniversal’s new AI‑driven Andy Cohen avatar, part of the upcoming “Your Bravoverse” experience slated for a summer launch on Peacock. The avatar will use AI to scan every second of Bravo’s library, allowing...
California Governor Gavin Newsom denounced FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s warning that broadcasters could lose licenses over their Iran‑war coverage, calling the move a “dictators’ playbook.” The clash unfolded during a lengthy SXSW interview where Newsom also warned that a fair...
Every single claim in our story is substantiated and there are zero corrections. Half a dozen people at least worked on this story, in the year since it published not a single fact in the piece has been disproved. WIRED...
Still can’t watch the Oscars Disney+….. maybe this global streaming effort is too popular? Anyone else having issues? #Oscars https://t.co/XX8E4lFSkQ
Ray Bradbury walked out of an NBC meeting in the mid‑1980s after executives asked him to tone down his literary style and produce something "like Franz Kafka." The network wanted to adapt his classics such as Fahrenheit 451, The Martian Chronicles, and The Illustrated Man, but...
Jane Fonda’s revived Committee for the First Amendment issued a stark statement condemning FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s warning that TV broadcasters could lose their licenses if they do not “course‑correct” coverage of the Iran war. The committee framed the threat as a...
You really see what has to be post-COVID paranoia + the endless vortex of the power of social media. The people are usually angrily filming each other and posting it to YouTube and TikTok.
Versant, the NBCUniversal cable spinoff, confirmed it is not looking to sell Golf Channel, emphasizing an acquisition‑focused M&A strategy. The PGA Tour is planning a major schedule overhaul, trimming its calendar to 21‑26 premium events to create scarcity among top...
2029: "This is not a normal Oscars ..." because it will be on @YouTube, not on @Disney's @ABCNetwork
Interesting … weren’t people actually waiting to hear you say that @BrendanCarrFCC was too old to be @FCC Chairman? My bad, that’s your issue with @SenMarkey, 79, who actually wanted the FCC to censor TV station owner @WeAreSinclair. https://t.co/SPE8rZDVtC
In a recent Disney+ Q&A episode, host Sarah Michelle Gellar addressed why the planned “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” reboot was cancelled. The cancellation stemmed from budget constraints, creative disagreements, and tepid market testing. The session also fielded questions about Disney’s animated slate,...
Working Dog has opened audience registrations for the 2026 seasons of its two flagship comedy panel shows, Have You Been Paying Attention? (HYBPA?) and The Cheap Seats. Recordings will take place at Network 10’s Como studios in Melbourne, with HYBPA filming...
DAX US has appointed Jennifer Tang as Senior Vice President of Programmatic, bringing more than two decades of agency and publisher experience from firms such as Spotify, Yieldmo and UberMedia. Based in Los Angeles, Tang will steer programmatic strategy, sales,...
Four Corners aired a new episode titled "Toxic Tide" to revisit South Australia’s toxic algal bloom that first emerged in March 2025. The investigation probes lingering questions about the government’s handling of health warnings, the scale of marine devastation, and...
The medical comedy *Scrubs* returned for a nine‑episode revival on ABC, marking its 10th season after a 16‑year hiatus. The premiere attracted 11.4 million viewers within five days, and the season holds a 94% audience score and 90% critic rating on...
NBC’s spy‑comedy “Chuck” faced cancellation after a low‑rated Season 2. A fan‑driven campaign urged viewers to buy Subway sandwiches, turning purchases into a financial pledge for the series. Subway responded by negotiating a sponsorship deal with NBC, embedding its products into...
YMH Studios announced a strategic partnership with Magellan AI that makes full multi‑platform ad attribution free for every advertiser and agency using its network. The offering covers audio RSS, Spotify streaming, and YouTube video, with YMH absorbing all attribution costs...
Shotoku announced the Aura TR‑XPTZ control system, extending its high‑end robotic camera expertise to PTZ productions, at the 2026 NAB Show. The suite also includes the Swoop robotic crane family—available in 140 cm and 220 cm versions with SmartPed or manual bases—and...
Pushkin Industries and BBC Studios announced a first‑time partnership to launch “Big Lives,” a weekly podcast that draws on the BBC’s extensive archive to profile cultural icons. Hosted by Kai Wright and Emmanuel Dzotsi, the series will debut globally on...
AudioShake, founded by CEO Jessica Powell, will showcase its newest low‑latency AI separation models at the 2026 NAB Show. The technology automatically isolates dialogue, music, and effects, enabling real‑time broadcast cleanup, improved transcription, and automated copyright compliance. Major broadcasters such...
Bezos discussed the dramatic layoffs and change of direction at The Washington Post over a lunch of pecan-crusted halibut, sliced steak medium-rare, patatas bravas and sautéed vegetables. https://t.co/A4ZCdTp23E via @NYTimes
After Philo's recent price adjustment, is it still worth it? I've updated my review: https://t.co/iYD3gW75wi
Konstantin Kisin announced a live Ask Me Anything session to mark his Substack reaching 100,000 subscribers. The Q&A is set for March 15, 2026 at 3 PM EST/7 PM BST and will cover hot‑button topics such as the Iran war and insights from his...
Who would have thought that people from Pakistan would have liked watching a paid Indian finance channel? https://t.co/iWTxxGDZmx
The hit crime drama Power is set to leave Netflix on March 31, ending its six‑year streaming run. All six seasons, totaling 63 episodes, remain available for a final binge before the departure. The series, executive‑produced by 50 Cent, boasts an...
The FCC’s chairman warned broadcasters that inaccurate coverage could jeopardize license renewals, heightening political pressure on news accuracy. The Copyright Royalty Board approved settlements setting higher webcasting royalties for commercial, public, educational, and religious broadcasters through 2030. The FCC also...
The Clients From Content community is delivering hands‑on support, from polishing a member’s blog post to teaching how to monetize high‑visibility LinkedIn comments. Josh Spector shared his writing partnership growth strategy, including outreach emails and pricing, while members accessed five...
On March 15, 1977 ABC debuted the sitcom *Three’s Company*, adapting the British hit *Man About the House*. The pilot drew modest ratings, but by the second episode the series attracted over 20 million viewers, securing a prime Tuesday‑night slot. The...
The article outlines a refreshed five‑step framework for beginners to launch a YouTube video in 2026. It starts with selecting a clear niche and target audience, then moves to scripting, recording with basic gear, editing with free or low‑cost software,...
Paramount Global announced a plan to merge its Paramount+ streaming service with BET+ and HBO Max, creating a single super‑streaming platform. The move follows Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and aims to combine libraries, technology and subscriber...
The last person on earth with anything credible to say about "Good TV" is the odious Mr. Morgan. But that's whom the #BrokenTimes chooses to puff. "He seems more MAGA-friendly than not." What Makes ‘Good TV’ on the Internet? Piers Morgan...
YouTube TV quietly rolled out a background‑audio playback mode in late 2024, making it a standard feature by early 2026 on both Android and iOS devices. The capability lets users keep listening to live TV, sports or news while the screen is...
Two thoughts from Kingsley Amis "Laziness has become the chief characteristic of journalism, displacing incompetence." "It's never pleasant to have one's unquestioning beliefs put in their historical context, as I know from experience, I can assure you."
Camillia Nwokedi quit her crypto‑startup job in 2025 after the company’s sale, taking $6,000 in savings and a 60‑day TikTok trial to test the waters. Within a year she built a personal brand, secured brand deals, consulting and coaching clients,...
Former Fox broadcaster Piers Morgan has turned his YouTube channel, Uncensored, into a growing media platform. The channel now boasts over 4.3 million subscribers and recently secured $30 million in funding to launch new shows and hire talent, including a former MSNBC...
The 2026 World Cup will feature mid‑half hydration breaks to protect players from extreme heat, and broadcasters like ITV are planning to sell ad space during these pauses. Rather than traditional commercial slots, the network is testing split‑screen and picture‑in‑picture...
Put pressure on publishers to follow best practice — external regulation is the answer Journals that work hard to meet the needs of both authors and readers should be acknowledged publicly — encouraging others to follow suit. https://t.co/5j3fyB3czB https://t.co/PpnV6xwPBM
