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A look at Canada’s cartoon cable TV networks
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A look at Canada’s cartoon cable TV networks

My observations (as an American) of cartoon-related cable TV networks in Canada, from Teletoon to Family, and differences vs. US channels.

by Anthony Dean•September 20, 2022May 27, 2023•0
Streaming viewing eclipses cable for the first time; which services will survive the “streaming wars?”
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Streaming viewing eclipses cable for the first time; which services will survive the “streaming wars?”

For the first time, streaming service viewing has eclipsed that of cable TV. I also take a look at which services will survive the “streaming wars.”

by Anthony Dean•August 23, 2022March 25, 2023•0
7 pieces of tech I’ve stopped using
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7 pieces of tech I’ve stopped using

A list of seven pieces of tech I’ve stopped using, from stand-alone digital cameras to (non-smart) cell phones, and what’s replaced said tech.

by Anthony Dean•July 19, 2022March 3, 2026•0
Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon viewership dropped in 2021
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Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon viewership dropped in 2021

Cable TV’s viewership decline in 2021 also extends to animation-related channels like Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, and Disney Channel.

by Anthony Dean•January 4, 2022April 23, 2022•1
Cord cutting thoughts (November 2021 update): is streaming still cheaper than cable?
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Cord cutting thoughts (November 2021 update): is streaming still cheaper than cable?

A look at how cord cutting is going for me so far. I also look at whether or not it’s true that streaming is cheaper than cable TV.

by Anthony Dean•November 30, 2021August 7, 2022•0
Why did Saturday morning cartoons end?
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Why did Saturday morning cartoons end?

A look at reasons why Saturday morning cartoons have ended as a concept, from the rise of cable TV to broadcast children’s TV regulations.

by Anthony Dean•October 1, 2021September 7, 2023•1
Comcast shutters NBCSN to focus on streaming, USA Network
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Comcast shutters NBCSN to focus on streaming, USA Network

Comcast is shutting down its sports cable network, NBCSN, and will instead focus more on using USA Network for sports.

by Anthony Dean•January 26, 2021December 10, 2021•0
Are multiple streaming services really cheaper than cable? Plus, how much to budget on streaming?
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Are multiple streaming services really cheaper than cable? Plus, how much to budget on streaming?

Are streaming services cheaper than cable? I look at ways that’s still the case. Also, tips on setting a streaming budget.

by Anthony Dean•December 23, 2020April 10, 2022•0
YouTube TV to gain ViacomCBS channels
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YouTube TV to gain ViacomCBS channels

Last week, Google and ViacomCBS announced a deal for YouTube TV to carry 14 different Viacom … YouTube TV to gain ViacomCBS channelsRead more

by Anthony Dean•May 11, 2020June 14, 2022•0
Thoughts on (fully) cord cutting and dropping cable TV
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Thoughts on (fully) cord cutting and dropping cable TV

I’ve finally dropped cable TV in favor of just broadband internet and streaming services. The reason? To save money.

by Anthony Dean•March 2, 2020December 10, 2021•0

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