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🗣️COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: If you’re like us, you’re always looking for something good to watch so here’s your chance to turn people on to your favorites. Give us your favorite television show(s) to binge watch & we'll share the responses in our next mid-month email👍

HBO’s “Succession” may be a fun television show to watch, but in the real world these types of emotionally-charged dynamics are destructive. They can lead to long-term family tension and broken relationships. Rather than waiting until a difficult situation arises, or shoving emotional conversations under the rug like the Roys do, it’s best to recognize emotions as part of the planning process. Dive into the 3 important lessons we can learn from HBO’s “Succession” here: https://bit.ly/47ZcJdX #Comerica #ComericaWealthManagement #HBOSuccession #FinancialPlanning

Imagine a world where fan passion can make or break a TV show's fate. Industry experts, including a chief marketing officer and a founder/CEO, discuss the influence of fan culture on the renewal or cancellation of TV shows. From the bold campaign by "Jericho" fans to the resounding support that saved "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," these moments highlight the decisive role of fan communities in the television industry. https://lnkd.in/gzywucc5

An expert’s advice on how to take your small business to the next level – Breakfast Television

Congrats to Beverly Hills Publishing™ Author Don Fountain for his recent TV appearance on NBC in Ohio! 📺 He discussed his new book “Defect Safety” and shared crucial safety tips as you’re trying out all these new products that have entered your home since the holidays. 🎄 Don pointed out that although most people think everything on our shelves has been through some rigorous safety testing, the rush to market in the holiday season can often compromise safety standards. His important message to viewers: consumers are the front line of product safety. If you see something, say something! 👀 As a nationally recognized product safety attorney Don advises all consumers to be vigilant by checking the Consumer Product Safety Commission website for recall info and being extra cautious with children’s toys, watching out for moving parts, pinch points, and heat elements that can be very dangerous. As Don reminds us, we all share responsibility for keeping our families safe. 🙏 For more info, watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ejc3pxfj #DefectSafety #BeverlyHillsPublishing™ #ProductSafety #HolidayShopping #ConsumerRights #ConsumerProtection #SafetyFirst #HolidayGifts

This episode of #TheTown explores the profoundly shifting financials of (mostly) scripted content in legacy media. As always, Matthew Belloni breaks it down with precision, with his guest John Mass from Content Partners. Notably for my unscripted colleagues, John mentions how valuable certain unscripted assets can be in the modern FAST/AVOD ecosystem. Take a listen for it (True Crime, low budget, high volume)… As an unscripted guy straddling legacy and social, I would love a deeper dive into financials in the category of unscripted content. While I don’t forsee us ever getting back to the amazing Terms of Trade negotiated in the UK in the 90s by my former boss David Frank at RDF, all of this disruption makes way for lucrative deal making nonetheless. Matt, maybe that’s for a future episode? And while you’re at it, I would love your exploration of the current and projected value of content being generated within the Creator Economy (currently valued around $250B but projected to double by 2026). Surely, these low-cost, high volume content libraries will grow exponentially in value, especially with favorable exclusivity. This podcast continues to be the best analysis of the business of entertainment anywhere. #media #entertainment #business #podcast

An expert’s advice on how to take your small business to the next level – Breakfast Television

"Becoming an author Increases your professional credibility by up to 300%" If you watched my segment on nationally syndicated television show, The List, that's a stat you're already familiar with so let's take a deeper dive. (Fair warning: Be prepared to have your socks knocked off!) #businessgrowth #buildyourbrand #attractclients #writeyourbook

TV TIME WITH FAMILY? Not the end of the world! At 5.5 months, a little TV time with family under gentle control isn’t the biggest worry. It’s those small screens and solo viewing habits we should be cautious about! Let’s keep things in perspective and focus on what really matters - connection, love, and play! #TVTimeWithFamily #ScreenTimePerspective #ParentingPriorities #ConnectionOverScreens #BabyScreenTime #ParentingTips #HealthyScreenUse #FamilyTimeMatters #ScreenFreeParenting #ussamarq