Cord cutting is growing in popularity as cable TV subscriptions decline, as reported by Leichtman Research Group. Of course, growing cable bills don’t help.
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Category: Media
“Steven Universe” wins the 2019 GLAAD Media Award for outstanding kids & family programming
The 2019 GLAAD Media Awards have been given out. Here’s my look at the comics and animation-related winners for this year, including “Steven Universe.”
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Anthony’s independent comics picks for June 2019
A look at independent comics of interest coming out in June 2019, including a “Jughead’s Time Police” reboot. Also, changes to these “comics picks” posts?
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Anthony’s Marvel and DC Comics picks for June 2019
A look at what’s coming out from Marvel and DC Comics for June 2019, including the appearance of Spider-Ham in this year’s “Spider-Man Annual.”
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Comic characters I enjoy more in spin-off media
I describe various comic characters I’ve enjoyed more in their spin-off media versus the core “canon” material, from Batman to Richie Rich.
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Public sector heroes: Superheroes backed by the government
A look at various superheroes with some form of government or public sector ties, whether in their costumed or civilian identities.
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Streaming made up 75% of US music industry revenue in 2018
The RIAA reports that streaming music made up 75% of music industry revenue for 2018, while physical media sales continue to decline.
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So long “Disney Vault”? Disney’s streaming service to include its animated feature films
Disney’s CEO announced plans for the upcoming Disney+ streaming service, which apparently marks an end to the often-criticized “Disney Vault” policy.
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Anthony’s independent comics picks for May 2019
A look at what independent comics are coming out in May 2019, including “They Call Us Enemy,” a graphic novel about George Takei’s early childhood.
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“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” wins the 2019 Oscar for Best Animated Feature
“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” is the winner of the 2019 Academy Awarad for Best Animated Feature, while “Bao” is the winner for Best Animated Short.
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