Category: Television

Judy Woodruff Prepares to Sign Off as a ‘PBS NewsHour’ Anchor

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
At 75, “the last grown-up in Washington journalism” prepares to sign off after nearly a decade as an anchor of “PBS NewsHour.”
A rare win for MSNBC over CNN in the election night ratings battle.

The New York Times – Business:
Tuesday’s overall viewership, down sharply from 2018, was the smallest total prime-time audience for a midterm election night since 2014.
Networks Urge Caution on a Chaotic Midterm Night

The New York Times – Business:
“Wait for more votes,” warned CNN’s John King, as wary anchors tried to avoid any predictions that might go awry.
Broadcast networks will give wall-to-wall political coverage, only a recent move for a midterm election.

The New York Times – Business:
Before 2018, TV reporting focused on major Senate and governor races, but now House races are getting detailed coverage.
Wolf Blitzer passes a torch to Jake Tapper for CNN election coverage.

The New York Times – Business:
For the first time since 2004, the veteran broadcaster won’t be the network’s lead anchor announcing general election projections.
Jimmy Kimmel Will Return as Oscars Host

The New York Times – Movies:
It will be the late-night star’s third turn in the job, after stints in 2017 and 2018, the last time the show went with just one host.
Douglas McGrath, Playwright, Filmmaker and Actor, Dies at 64

The New York Times – Movies:
His one-man Off Broadway show, “Everything’s Fine,” directed by John Lithgow, had opened just weeks ago.
CNBC Cancels Shepard Smith’s Show in Move Away From General News

The New York Times – Business:
Mr. Smith joined CNBC in 2020 after leaving his longtime home on Fox News, where he was a reliably nonpartisan presence.
In ‘Dangerous Liaisons,’ Alice Englert and Nicholas Denton Play the Game

The New York Times – Movies:
In a decadent new Starz drama, the two actors play young versions of literature’s most poisoned and poisonous power couple.
Overtime Elite Gets Media Deal With Amazon Prime Video

The New York Times – Sports:
The deal to stream Overtime Elite’s games to Prime Video comes as top male players consider the league an option instead of traditional high schools and colleges.
Pack Your Bags, We’re Moving to ‘Roku City’

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Instead of streaming a new TV show or movie, some Roku users are in it for the screen saver.
TV Prepares for a Chaotic Midterm Night

The New York Times – Business:
Broadcasters face challenges as they approach the climax of an election season marked by disinformation and distrust.