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.
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The 2019 primetime Emmys hit record low ratings, but why?
This year’s primetime Emmys were held on Sunday. Originally, I wasn’t planning to write about them: … The 2019 primetime Emmys hit record low ratings, but why?Read more
How long does it take to binge-watch various long-running cartoons?
A look at how long it takes to binge watch various long-running cartoons, from the various incarnations of “Scooby-Doo” to “The Simpsons.”
Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvements
The Center for Scholars and Storytellers, a US/Canadian research group backed by UCLA, Toronto’s Ryerson University, … Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvementsRead more
Why is Superman more popular than Batman for live-action TV shows?
My thoughts on why Superman seems to be the go-to for live-action TV adaptations instead of Batman, in spite of the latter’s popularity.
What does it take for the FCC to revoke a TV station’s license?
Trump feels NBC should have its (non-existent) FCC license revoked. I look at what it actually takes for a TV station to lose its license.
The Inhumans are totally a thing (maybe?), now getting a TV show
Lately, Marvel’s been pushing the Inhumans pretty hard. I’ve discussed the corporate reasons why in a … The Inhumans are totally a thing (maybe?), now getting a TV showRead more
Millennials, some Gen Xers prefer online news sources over TV
A recent study by Reuters shows that there’s a split along generational lines for how news … Millennials, some Gen Xers prefer online news sources over TVRead more
Are live sports cable TV’s last stand against cord cutting?
Yes, it’s another infographic from Statista. This time, it concerns live TV programming. Despite the rise … Are live sports cable TV’s last stand against cord cutting?Read more
Thoughts on Super Bowl 50’s commercials and halftime show
The Super Bowl has once again come and gone, with the Denver Broncos beating the Carolina … Thoughts on Super Bowl 50’s commercials and halftime showRead more