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Tag Archives: TV
Comcast digital switcheroo may make a la carte channel choice more feasible
Across the country and soon in Chico, Comcast is slowly lowering a digital boom over its customers as part of the cable company’s transition from analog to digital television services. While the company’s new digital cable adapters will add another … Continue reading
The airing of Vancouver Olympic grievances – a list
I’m generally enjoying the Vancouver Games as it enters the seventh day of competition, but some things are sticking in my mind. Please share your “grievances” in the comments. The fence around the Olympic Flame: I think the organizers were … Continue reading
Posted in Gadgets and technology
Tagged Atlanta, Canada, curling, Olympics, streaming video, TV, Vancouver
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NBC’s big Leno gamble isn’t a huge risk
In about an hour, the next step in Jay Leno’s career begins with his new series. Every weeknight at 10 p.m. viewers will get a dose of Leno — if they’re tuned to NBC. Chances are viewers will be tuned … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment industry
Tagged Jay Leno, NBC, trends, TV
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‘Glee’ success depends on how it’s sweetened
As “Glee” starts its first season tonight on FOX, I think a lot of the show’s success depends on how this fun show is developed. The show’s creators have thrown in a lot of cane sugar — I enjoyed the … Continue reading
Posted in TV, Film and Radio
Tagged Fox, Glee, high school, TV
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Venting to a TV shrink now worth $172
The approximate round-trip cost to take Amtrak’s first-class Acela train from New York to Philadelphia is about $172 (depending on demand). Thanks to TV, that cost might be free for a select few. According to an acerbic post on the … Continue reading
Monday’s ‘Fresh Air’ touches on food and high concert prices
I always like listening to the diverse topics discussed on public radio, but Monday’s “Fresh Air” seemed to hit a lot of high notes in my book. There were discussions about the increasing popularity of cooking shows and a look … Continue reading
‘Futurama’ cast, studio strike deal
Good news, everyone! Word came out Friday evening that the “Futurama” cast has signed on for the new season of the show. It’s not clear what cleared the way toward a deal between the actors and the studio, but I’m … Continue reading
Posted in TV, Film and Radio
Tagged contracts, Fox, Futurama, TV
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Fox threat to recast ‘Futurama’ actors likely a folly
Many fans of the resurrected TV series “Futurama” have gotten their dander up in recent weeks over the possibility that the show may go on without the original voice actors. According to several sources (including this Kansas City Star blog), … Continue reading
Posted in TV, Film and Radio
Tagged contracts, Fox, Futurama, TV
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What the media companies giveth, they can taketh away
In just two days, I’ve seen a pair of reminders of the power media providers have when it comes to providing access to content. These providers are Amazon and Comcast. On a national scale, some people have been crying foul … Continue reading
Winners and losers in the digital TV conversion
I want to check out some winners and losers with the recent switch to digital TV over-the-air signals. Depending on where you live or what you like to watch, the switch had some pretty interesting outcomes. Here’s a quick look … Continue reading