https://www.mediapost.com/Noneen-usFri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414440/with-deal-done-wbd-and-paramount-face-familiar-hu.htmlNow that Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance are on the road to closing their merger deal, will there be potholes along the way?Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414440/with-deal-done-wbd-and-paramount-face-familiar-hu.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414439/shareholder-vote-today-is-moment-of-truth-for-wbd.htmlIf the voters vote yes, then the story of Paramount's long pursuit of WBD comes to an end. Or does it?Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414439/shareholder-vote-today-is-moment-of-truth-for-wbd.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414438/peace-is-at-hand-in-tv-land-with-netflix-gardening.htmlJust in the nick of time, charm returns to TV today, thanks to Zach Galifianakis.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414438/peace-is-at-hand-in-tv-land-with-netflix-gardening.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414432/new-relentlessly-sad-drama-typifies-tv-content-tod.htmlI have written a number of times that much of the dramatic TV landscape today can be described as the saddest place on Earth.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414432/new-relentlessly-sad-drama-typifies-tv-content-tod.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414335/remembering-the-far-out-kids-shows-of-sid-and-mar.htmlThe death of Sid Krofft on April 10 revived memories of a very different era in kids' TV.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:43:52 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414335/remembering-the-far-out-kids-shows-of-sid-and-mar.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414226/cartoon-cat-is-a-real-butt-head-in-amazons-kevin.htmlThe health of a cat's rear end is a recurring theme of the new animated series "Kevin," created by Aubrey Plaza.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414226/cartoon-cat-is-a-real-butt-head-in-amazons-kevin.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414225/snooki-waves-good-bye-as-jersey-shore-has-final.htmlThe news that "Jersey Shore" is about to have its final farewell season raised a question: Wait a minute - "Jersey Shore" is still around?Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414225/snooki-waves-good-bye-as-jersey-shore-has-final.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414214/pbs-nova-scoops-discovery-in-artemis-space-race.htmlTwo different documentaries on the Artemis II moon mission are coming this week, but one will touch down on TV one day earlier than the other one.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414214/pbs-nova-scoops-discovery-in-artemis-space-race.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414224/as-in-days-of-old-tv-took-us-to-the-moon-and-back.htmlFor those old enough to remember the Golden Age of the space program in the 1960s and early '70s, Artemis II seemed like old times.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414224/as-in-days-of-old-tv-took-us-to-the-moon-and-back.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414223/dmv-watson-on-short-list-of-network-cancellat.htmlIt is rarer than it used to be, but some network TV shows still get canceled after one or two seasons.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414223/dmv-watson-on-short-list-of-network-cancellat.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414124/amc-has-the-audacity-to-take-on-silicon-valley.html"The Audacity" has a lot going for it, including a great script and story, a diverse cast of characters and dazzling locations.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414124/amc-has-the-audacity-to-take-on-silicon-valley.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414054/malcolm-in-the-middle-gets-updated-in-new-hulu-s.htmlIn "Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair," the lives of Malcolm and his family are seen 10 years after we last saw them.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414054/malcolm-in-the-middle-gets-updated-in-new-hulu-s.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414053/peacocks-miniature-wife-is-less-than-meets-the.htmlLong story short - "The Miniature Wife" is the opposite of a tall tale.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414053/peacocks-miniature-wife-is-less-than-meets-the.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414052/two-syndicated-comedy-shows-are-new-face-of-cbs-la.htmlByron Allen appears to be the main beneficiary of CBS's decision to abandon late-night.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414052/two-syndicated-comedy-shows-are-new-face-of-cbs-la.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414051/miniature-wife-dares-to-go-where-lily-tomlin-wen.htmlThe story of a woman who becomes a miniature wife when she undergoes significant shrinkage was told 45 years before this week's premiere of "The Miniature Wife" on Peacock.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/414051/miniature-wife-dares-to-go-where-lily-tomlin-wen.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413924/mark-your-calendars-for-wbd-paramount-final-vote.htmlBesides the deadline for filing taxes on April 15, the biggest red-letter day in April will be the 23rd.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413924/mark-your-calendars-for-wbd-paramount-final-vote.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413923/thou-shalt-enjoy-and-appreciate-the-ten-command.htmlA couple of commandments are in order for watching "The Ten Commandments" this weekend on ABC.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413923/thou-shalt-enjoy-and-appreciate-the-ten-command.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413922/rip-natpe-the-glory-that-was-rome.htmlA milestone in TV's ongoing evolution was announced on Tuesday - the end of the yearly conference of NATPE.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:38:38 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413922/rip-natpe-the-glory-that-was-rome.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413921/ranting-media-mischaracterizes-barkleys-immigrati.htmlCharles Barkley's reflections on immigration during an NCAA pregame show sparked coverage and reactions that mischaracterized his tone and intentions.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413921/ranting-media-mischaracterizes-barkleys-immigrati.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413862/thoreau-documentary-takes-its-time-and-it-is-well.htmlPBS takes up three hours of prime time this week for a Ken Burns-produced documentary about Henry David Thoreau that is a lovely film to behold.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413862/thoreau-documentary-takes-its-time-and-it-is-well.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413814/paramountcbs-still-bullish-on-first-run-syndicati.htmlWhile NBCU exits the first-run syndication business, Paramount is sticking with the business of selling content to broadcast TV stations.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413814/paramountcbs-still-bullish-on-first-run-syndicati.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413495/cbs-evening-news-still-lags-behind-rivals-in-wei.htmlInternet firebrand Bari Weiss's efforts to "blow up" CBS News have failed to move the ratings needle for "CBS Evening News" as the first quarter of 2026 comes to a close.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413495/cbs-evening-news-still-lags-behind-rivals-in-wei.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413640/take-the-bait-and-dont-miss-amazons-new-comedy.html"Bait" is comedic at times, but it can suddenly veer into dark dramatic territory in the blink of an eye.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413640/take-the-bait-and-dont-miss-amazons-new-comedy.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413639/the-end-was-inevitable-for-cbs-radio-news.htmlNews on the radio? It's like having press releases delivered to a TV columnist by fax machine.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413639/the-end-was-inevitable-for-cbs-radio-news.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413638/ill-fated-bachelorette-joins-rogues-gallery-of-rea.htmlFrankie Taylor Paul went from flying high on Sunday to crashing on Thursday.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413638/ill-fated-bachelorette-joins-rogues-gallery-of-rea.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413527/fox-prays-for-faithful-miniseries-miracle.htmlFox's plan to tee up a three-part, six-hour Bible-based miniseries could be seen as an experiment aimed at determining if there is an audience for religious storytelling in prime time.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413527/fox-prays-for-faithful-miniseries-miracle.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413525/new-western-series-is-right-on-brand-for-hallmark.htmlIn Hallmark's "Hope Valley: 1874," never is heard a four-letter word, and the clothes are unsoiled all day.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413525/new-western-series-is-right-on-brand-for-hallmark.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413524/larry-david-curbs-his-enthusiasm-for-americas-bir.htmlLarry David's new, upcoming comedy series now has a June premiere date and a promo on YouTube.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413524/larry-david-curbs-his-enthusiasm-for-americas-bir.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413494/fcc-campaigns-to-hold-the-view-accountable-for.htmlOf all the TV news talk shows the Trump administration could have singled out for equal-time enforcement, "The View" represents a soft target.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413494/fcc-campaigns-to-hold-the-view-accountable-for.htmlhttps://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413493/hbo-docuseries-bowls-a-strike-with-heart-to-spare.html"Born to Bowl" shows us a world most of us will never visit ourselves, and it does so with affection and respect for its subject.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413493/hbo-docuseries-bowls-a-strike-with-heart-to-spare.html