“And Just Like That” was the Fyre Festival of television programs
Reflections on the Finale of “And Just Like That…” Well, it ended just as it began: pretty dismal. I’m not simply a casual “Sex and the City” viewer who feels this way. Recently, I joined a small group of fans for a viewing party to catch the finale of the reboot series, alongside others who […]
Byron Allen’s media company sells 10 local television stations for $171 million
Byron Allen Sells Ten Local TV Stations for $171 Million Byron Allen, an emerging figure in the media landscape, has sold ten local television stations for $171 million, as his company seeks to restructure its operations. Allen Media Group, which owns the Weather Channel, divested ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox affiliates to Gray Media, a […]
Michelle Obama likens ESPN to reality television
Michelle Obama Addresses ESPN’s Evolution It’s pretty clear that ESPN’s programming has shifted dramatically over the last ten years. The once highlight-heavy network now features a slew of talking head shows like “First Take,” “Get Up,” “NFL Live,” and “The Pat McAfee Show.” This transformation has not gone unnoticed—former First Lady Michelle Obama weighed in […]
Can dogs actually watch television? Research indicates they can.
Have you ever caught your dog staring at the television while you’re both tucked in for a movie night? It’s a curious thought, isn’t it? A study from Auburn University suggests that many dogs actually do engage with what’s on screen, though their reactions can vary. Different Perceptions of TV Historically, older televisions didn’t quite […]
Oklahoma state superintendent facing inquiry after board members claim to have seen naked women on his office television
An Oklahoma state director is under scrutiny after he claimed to have seen explicit images during a meeting last Thursday. Ryan Walters, a prominent Republican and head of one of the nation’s underperforming education systems, reported to board members that he witnessed images of naked women on TV screens during a closed session for the […]
Duck Dynasty: The Return features Willie and Korie Robertson in the family’s television revival
The Robertsons Return with “Duck Dynasty: Revival” The Robertsons are making a comeback, and this time they seem even more prepared for it. Willie and Korie Robertson, stars of the original “Duck Dynasty,” are back with their children in a new series, aptly named “Duck Dynasty: Revival.” Importantly, the couple noted that their kids were […]
Late-night shows at risk as audiences turn away from conventional television
A couple of liberal media pieces released this week challenged the idea that the potential cancellation of “A Slow Show with Stephen Colbert” was politically motivated or reflective of a broader decline in late-night television. In a guest essay for the New York Times by William Cohan, who is the founder of Puck Media, and […]
Hulk Hogan’s journey in Hollywood comes to a close after his passing, spanning from ‘Rocky III’ to reality television.
Hulk Hogan Remembered After His Passing at 71 Hulk Hogan, who became a household name through wrestling, passed away at the age of 71. Known for his vibrant personality, he transitioned into Hollywood, becoming an iconic figure in pop culture with a variety of roles that spanned action films, comedies, and reality television. His health […]
Iran’s foreign minister rejects claims of a Trump assassination scheme in a television interview.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Denies Assassination Claims In a recent exclusive interview on “Special Report,” Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araguchi, refuted allegations that the Islamic Republic was planning to assassinate former President Donald Trump, along with other officials from his administration. This was his first appearance on the network since the U.S. conducted airstrikes on three […]
It’s not only Colbert — late-night television on networks is finished.
There was quite a stir this week when Stephen Colbert revealed that CBS had decided to cancel “The Late Show.” The media reaction felt almost apocalyptic. But, really, is Colbert’s departure that surprising? Did we, I mean, did anyone, expect a blockbuster from a show that has struggled for a while? Back when airships went […]