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Direct to consumer... Another concept sometimes seen by rights owners as either a newly found golden goose or even worse.... a lifejacket to be used in case of emergency... a big mistake in both cases. Any D2C endeavor should be seen as a long term investment into your relationship with your fans through the power of content. It's not a quick fix in case some media rights deal didn't go through, it's not a magical recipe to extract value from data, it's not a cheap way to attack a new market, it's never a quick win to make money and it should never be build against traditional media partners but next to them or even better in some cases along with them. In a new sports media world where exclusivity doesn't command the same premium as before, in such a disrupted period where new competition can emerge at every corner and partners disapear just as quickly, it's even more important to take matter into your own hands and build a long term plan for a global platform with the proper partners on tech, commercial and distribution sides. Oh and one last thing, having your own platform shouldn't stop you from having a open minded social media strategy, it's about getting your fans where they are and maximizing your footprint, it will not cannibalize your platform.

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I am still reading up on the proposed FCC changes to LPTV and what that means to LP stations. Check out the article from Advanced Television Broadcasting Alliance on more details. What are your thoughts on these proposed changes?

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Rich Greenfield, it's premature to call the Disney/Charter distribution deal a failure. Their "bundle" combines separate Disney products but falls woefully short of meeting consumer needs. I have yet to meet an NFL fan who only cares about the football games that air on ABC and ESPN. As compelling as the Disney programming may be, sports fans want to watch all games, irrespective of the network or streaming service. We should not view the adoption of the bespoke Disney bundle as the measure of the deal's success. The true measure is whether other legacy media companies adopt this deal template to create a comprehensive "full streaming bundle" distributed through pay-TV operators, including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, Max, Discovery+, Paramount+, Peacock, and Fox programming. I believe legacy companies' long-term success will largely hinge on their ability to roll out these "full streaming bundles" through pay-TV operators as quickly as possible. I explain why in the comments section of Rich's post. #Disney #WBD #Strategy

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We are thrilled to announce that WSFL-TV CH39 is now the Official Broadcast Partner of the Florida Panthers, The Stanley Cup Champions. The Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers have signed a multi-year agreement with Scripps Sports to locally broadcast Panthers hockey free for residents of Miami/Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Fort Myers. In Miami/Fort Lauderdale, all locally produced games will air on WSFL-TV, channel 39. In West Palm Beach, all locally produced games will air on WHDT-TV, channel 9. In Fort Myers, Scripps Sports will announce the broadcast channel in advance of next season. Under this new agreement, The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has the ability to televise all locally produced Panthers preseason, regular-season and round one games of the postseason with distribution on cable, satellite and over-the-air television, becoming the new home on television of Florida Panthers hockey. Financial terms will not be disclosed. The deal has obtained the necessary approvals from the National Hockey League. “After back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances and celebrating 30 years of Panthers Hockey in South Florida, we could not be more excited about the future of our hockey team. Scripps’ distribution network and accessibility makes them the ideal partner to stream and carry Panthers content on and off the ice,” said Panthers President and CEO Matthew Caldwell. “Panthers content will be available for free over the air and we are thrilled about the new homes this will reach as we continue to grow our great sport.” Scripps Sports and the Panthers will collaborate to launch a team-branded direct-to-consumer application with details to be announced prior to the 2024-2025 season. This direct-to-consumer application will be the destination for live streaming of all Scripps Sports-produced games throughout the team’s territory in South Florida. Additional details will follow. Scripps Sports, which is now home to the last two Stanley Cup champions, will be responsible for the production of the pregame, in-game and postgame shows. Scripps Sports and the Panthers will partner to co-produce a weekly Panthers program that showcases the team, its players and the organization beyond the ice. “The Florida Panthers are the best team in the NHL, and their fans deserve to be able to see all of their games on every available broadcast platform, including free over-the-air,” said Brian Lawlor, Scripps Sports president. “When the Stanley Cup champions take the ice in October, Scripps Sports will be proud to bring all locally broadcast games to all the Panthers fans in Miami/Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Fort Myers using our powerful over-the-air TV stations.” Media contacts: Panthers – Veronica Lempicki, (561) 871-8974, LempickiV@floridapanthers.com                            Scripps – Becca McCarter, (513) 410-2425, rebecca.mccarter@scripps.com

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Broadcast codecs in dog years: *MP2: 217, MP4: 161, HEVC: 77, VVC: 28

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TV shows offer MORE opportunity now than ever before! Our format easily solves the four factors of control, distribution, funding, and creativity. We provide the right partners a unique opportunity to create, film, and distribute their show, within a family of similar shows called, "Dad Downstairs". Imagine a TV show with REAL LIFE situations, that millions of parents and families face, where EACH city has their cast and crew and YOU are the Executive Producer in that city! Family drama, a spice of humor, and different casts in each market worldwide! That is the formula for "Dad Downstairs". The new drama com features a divorced couple, raising their children, each living in a duplex in the same house! Most TV shows portray divorced couples in sitcoms, often at the expense of the ex-wife ("Judith" in Two and a Half Men). Few portray the challenges divorced couples face; raising their children, and trying to heal from hardship and trauma. Most use one parent or the other as a scapegoat, making them look bad, to create humor, shaping the false reality of how these couples NEED to communicate better for their healing and their children. Let's change the narrative to healing pain, NOT just entertainment! Cast yourself in the lead role, choose your cast and crew, then write your scripts! Invite the mayor or governor for a cameo role. Get the city tourism and local merchants involved. Film in local hotels, restaurants, and city locations, promote where you live and work, and be a hero in your town! Hire local actors and crew. CREATE JOBS in your city or state, and be a show co-creator of a hit TV series! We are looking for EPs in EVERY city and country with D2C streaming. We created ``Dad Downstairs`` for worldwide distribution. Think of "Real Housewives" and how that concept flourished and is in 21 markets now. This show concept has a broader appeal to a wider demographic worldwide! We offer a 90% revenue stream in your market AND help with marketing and distribution from the 10% share we retain, all with a nominal license fee. Each EP in that market can create their script, cast and crew, union or non-union, film, edit, and finish as many episodes as they desire. We offer a marketing platform where they can receive income, ``direct to consumer`` (D2C) the first week the show is done and downloaded! Each EP has its dashboard to monitor their income stream and can even allocate a percentage of the income in that market to investors, sponsors, partners, or supporters. They too get their dashboard to keep track of their earnings! The best part is you can withdraw your money any time you wish, every DAY if you want! That is your choice. Every market of ``Dad Downstairs`` family drama, has a different cast and crew. Remember, YOUR script will differ from ours too. See video. https://lnkd.in/g-P5Fi3f For more details, see https://lnkd.in/gFm8QH8G Contact us. #RealHousewives #TV #movie #producer #television #comedy #streaming #Hollywood

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Wrestling Reunion: Cody Rhodes on Talent and Revenue Boosts! Join us for an exciting conversation about the dynamics of wrestling and entertainment, featuring Cody Rhodes! Discover how high school reunions and live audience experiences can elevate the wrestling scene while ensuring better revenue for superstars. Don't miss this insightful discussion on WWE talent and logistics! #CodyRhodes #WWE #HighSchoolReunion #DustyRhodes #WrestlingTalk #LiveAudience #ProfessionalWrestling #EntertainmentIndustry #WrestlingCommunity #TalentManagement

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This is an interesting article and I agree this is the beginning of the end of legacy MVPD's. Eventually, the media rights owners will figure out they do not need these networks and can go direct to consumer as well. Why dilute their brand and lose the relationship with their community or lose so much of the ad revenue? https://lnkd.in/dkcG9rT2

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The world of content and tech, broadcast and streaming, sports and entertainment are becoming more and more intertwined to the point of completely merging all together. When people are asking me if I'm more content or tech, TV or Digital I honestly don't know what to say, I'm all of that! This is the environment that we are living and working in today. When I look at the top companies from which people search for my profile, it shows exactly that, a mix of tech, content, broadcast, streaming and digital. I believe that to tackle the challenges ahead, we really need to embrace a broader view on those topics, along with a broader set of skills.

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Stopping Election Rigging: The Game Plan Revealed! Join us in this insightful discussion on the crucial efforts to prevent election rigging in pivotal states. Our speakers delve into recent actions taken to ensure fair voting, assessing key statistics and political strategies. Stay informed and empowered as we analyze the integrity of our democratic process! #ElectionIntegrity #VoterFraud #FairElections #VotingRights #PoliticalDiscussion #DemocracyInAction #NorthCarolinaVotes #RiggingPrevention #CivicEngagement #Election2024

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Last night’s Simpsons NFL Altcast wasn’t just a brilliant immersive experience—it was a masterclass in world-building. Two iconic IPs came together to create something that transcends the traditional broadcast model. I talk a lot about the opportunities of altcasts and creating communities around live content, and this was a perfect example. When you think more broadly, here’s some real food for thought: 1)Something for everyone: Altcasts have the power to create live experiences that cater to much broader audiences. In this case (and others like it), the focus is clearly on driving higher retention and engagement among younger viewers. But looking ahead, I see a future where you can choose to watch alongside a variety of creators or immerse yourself in niche interactive experiences—like a feed purely focused on fantasy sports. 2)World-building through live: The integration of Simpsons IP—from detailed elements in the broadcast to GameDay graphics—was seamless. While not every stream will feature the world’s most famous cartoon family, it highlights the potential for live content to become more intentional with storytelling, lore, and world-building. 3) Borrowing communities: By connecting these dots, you don’t just entertain existing audiences—you pull entirely new ones into the fold, enhancing both reach and loyalty. The potential here is staggering—not just for sports, but for all live entertainment. The next generation of content won’t be defined by the rights you hold, but by the worlds you create.

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