Show 744 4.27.14: Major News for Streaming TV

Posted by on Apr 27, 2014 in Season 7, Show Log (pre-insight) | Comments Off on Show 744 4.27.14: Major News for Streaming TV Topic: Major news for streaming TV Guest: Dr. Paul Levinson Professor of Communication and Media Studies at Fordham University This past week, major events have happened which will impact the way TV is delivered and watched. The US Supreme Court case pitting the broadcast networks and Aereo, an FCC reversal regarding net neutrality and the video fast lane and a new deal between HBO and...
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Bob Mann Awarded Prestigious Caldwell Cup

Posted by on Apr 23, 2014 in News | Comments Off on Bob Mann Awarded Prestigious Caldwell Cup Bob Mann has won the Caldwell Cup in his role as Professor and Chair of Communication Arts at Caldwell College (soon to become Caldwell University). The Cup is given “In recognition of exceptional service, professionalism and positive personal influence” at the institution. Bob is pictured after the ceremony (4/22/14) with his fiancee Cathy Lundquist and son Chris...
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Show 743: 04.20.14

Entertainment Consumption in the Middle East

Posted by on Apr 18, 2014 in Season 7, Show Log (pre-insight) | Comments Off on Show 743: 04.20.14

Entertainment Consumption in the Middle East Guest: Everette Dennis, Dean of Northwestern University in Qatar Topic: A new survey from Northwestern University Qatar gives us a rare glimpse into the entertainment preferences of people using media in the Middle East and North Africa.
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Show 742: 04.13.14

The State of the News Media 2014

Posted by on Apr 18, 2014 in Season 7, Show Log (pre-insight) | Comments Off on Show 742: 04.13.14

The State of the News Media 2014 Guest: Mark Jurkowitz, Associate Director of the Pew Research Center Journalism Project Topic: The new Pew report is optimistic about digital news operations, the resurgence of local TV news and an infusion of entrepreneurial cash.
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Show 741: 04.06.14

TV Network Face Major Decisions

Posted by on Apr 18, 2014 in Season 7, Show Log (pre-insight) | Comments Off on Show 741: 04.06.14

TV Network Face Major Decisions Guest: David Hinckley, TV Critic NY Daily News Topic: TV Networks must decide which shows to cancel and how to build Fall 2014 season. We also discuss the final epodes of “Mad Men” and examine what makes it one of the best drams in television history.
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