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Media Buyers Should Note Potential Effects of Early Spring on Viewership

Putting Candidates to Test on Media

Part 1: John McCain

Quicktakes: Is Word Being Spread Effectively About Broadcast TV’s Upcoming Digital Transition?

“Up to this point, I think the effort has been lackluster, but that’ll happen when bureaucrats and lobbyists try to commandeer a marketing effort. I’m really happy to see that the FCC and the National Association of Broadcasters are reaching…

Indie Seller Makes Dent in Syndie

ES Cartwright Clears 2 Weeklies

Spending Big on HD to Attract Audiences

Smaller Sports Networks Ante Up to Upgrade or Build Facilities Because Viewers Love HD

Natural Wonders, Historical Treasures

HD Boost Helped Smithsonian Channel Take Off in Varied Distribution Platforms

Hallmark Banks on Content

New HD Channel Will Offer Same Family-Friendly Lineup to Advertisers, Viewers

HD Has Varied Advantages for Different TV Genres

Eventually, all the kinks will be ironed out and hi-def will be as versatile for sitcoms as it is now for shooting outdoors. Suzy Greenberg, a line producer for Fox’s hit comedy “How I Met Your Mother” and a five-time…

Guest Commentary: MFN Clause Favors No One in Carriage Negotiations

The television industry prides itself on innovation and its ability to stay ahead of the curve. When it comes to the rites of carriage negotiation, however, the industry is woefully behind. Maybe it’s time to have a fresh look at…

‘Sunrise’ Lets Its Star Shine

Most networks are always on the lookout for the next big star. But the people behind “Sunrise Earth” might feel they have that problem all sewn up. The real-time show on HD Theater, one of Discovery Communications’ hi-def networks, lets…