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The long, slow death of the TV schedule

How To Measure Ghosts • 117 implied HN points • 19 Sep 23
🕹 Technology TV
  1. Linear scheduled TV viewing is declining, with younger audiences preferring streaming over traditional TV channels.
  2. Traditional TV business models are facing challenges and potential changes, like rebundling and collaborations among broadcasters.
  3. PSBs are adapting to the shift towards streaming by implementing new services, like Freely, to maintain relevance and audience attention.

Watch Party!

Murder, She Cooked • 117 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Join the Murder, She Wrote watch party online.
  2. Choose between three episodes for the next watch party.
  3. Get free monthly episode guides and recipes by subscribing.

We Have to Go Back

Paroxysms • 179 implied HN points • 24 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. The show 'The Resort' uses old technologies to explore human connections in a hypermediatized world.
  2. Streaming platforms releasing episodes weekly create a sense of anticipation like traditional TV viewing.
  3. Nostalgia for the past can be a way to critique or react against the complexities of the present.
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The State of the Culture Is...Not Bad, Actually

The Ruffian • 215 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Hollywood is showing signs of a mini-renaissance with a recent surge in quality films and more diverse storytelling, bucking the trend of blockbuster dominance.
  2. While concerns about a decline in mainstream culture persist, there are still pockets of innovation and quality in mediums like books, TV, music, and film, hinting at a complex and multifaceted cultural landscape.
  3. Previous golden ages in commercial art forms, like Hollywood in the 1970s, have occurred during periods of transition and uncertainty, suggesting that creativity flourishes when traditional norms are disrupted.

Best of T.V. 2023 and Revisiting 'Home Alone 2'

Textual Variations • 231 implied HN points • 26 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. 2023 was a breakout year for the author, leading to more productivity and stronger writing skills.
  2. The author reflected on their best work in 2023, including topics like film catalogs, George R.R. Martin's progress, and Apple TV features.
  3. A revisit of 'Home Alone 2' led to a new perspective, highlighting enjoyable moments and quotes in the movie.

Things I appreciate

Nonlinear • 19 implied HN points • 10 May 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Having things to look forward to can boost happiness on different time scales.
  2. Music can have a powerful impact on mood and energy levels.
  3. Finding a special, less crowded place can make routine activities more enjoyable.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Art of Re-Invention

SatPost by Trung Phan • 69 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Arnold Schwarzenegger found success in the comedy film 'Twins' despite his action movie background.
  2. Schwarzenegger strategically reinvented himself through different genres like comedy, action, and holiday films.
  3. Schwarzenegger's approach to career re-invention involved expanding his audience and aiming higher with each new challenge.

Ted Lasso's perfect intro

SatPost by Trung Phan • 90 implied HN points • 18 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Watch the pilot episode of Ted Lasso for a masterclass in character writing.
  2. The storytelling rule 'show, don't tell' is important in both writing and on screen.
  3. Season 1 of Ted Lasso impressively establishes the lead character in just 157 seconds.

You have to be obsessed

Austin Kleon • 59 implied HN points • 19 Mar 21
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Being passionate or obsessed about something can drive you to achieve great things. It's important to let that passion show in your work and hobbies.
  2. Books, music, and movies can all inspire you and provide comfort or entertainment. Exploring different genres can open up new perspectives.
  3. Sharing recommendations and experiences with others can create connections and help build a supportive community. It's great to share what you love!

Okay, I’ll Bite: Who’s Taylor Swift?

I Might Be Wrong • 7 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. The author questions why Taylor Swift is so prominently featured in media and popular culture.
  2. The level of attention and coverage Taylor Swift receives seems disproportionate to other important global events like the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
  3. The author reflects on the changing landscape of entertainment industry, specifically mentioning challenges in finding quality content and the shift towards a few mega-hits.

Seven Summer Gems

What's Important? • 5 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Podcast: Ed Thorp's My Personal Blueprint discusses wealth, investing, gambling, and living a balanced life.
  2. Article: Explore Toby Shorin's insightful essay on the consumer economy and supply chains in Life after Lifestyle.
  3. Podcast: Listen to Christopher Begg's conversation on investing, wisdom, and lifelong learning.

When a mommy emoji and a daddy emoji love each other very much ...

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. There is a misconception around 'female-friendly' dating apps, showing deeper issues in tech culture.
  2. MTV's 'Catfish' is praised as a thought-provoking reflection on contemporary loneliness and self-image.
  3. The evolution of cooking with technology, from the Kitchen Computer to iPhone apps, presents room for improvement in culinary innovation.

With "it"

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Apr 14
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Growing up in an apocalyptic cult influenced Flor Edwards's early life but she managed to break free from it.
  2. Emails can reveal the personal and emotional sides of people, showing how they change, grow, and feel different emotions.
  3. A nun addicted to Twitter showcases a modern twist on traditional figures, raising questions about the changing roles of individuals in society.

who's on judge mathis today? #261

bitches gotta eat! • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. The case on Judge Mathis involved a lawsuit over suspected cheating and a loan balance.
  2. Brandon's defense included seeking relationship advice from a friend and his financial challenges.
  3. The ruling ended with judgment for the plaintiff and a commentary on the defendant's actions.

Screenshots from the apocalypse

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. People are posting screenshots of air quality apps, finding some sense of control in the color-coded air quality indexes that provide a false sense of order during times of pollution.
  2. Streaming services went from being cheap and convenient to becoming expensive, signaling a change akin to how Uber and Instacart evolved.
  3. Personality tests are often considered nonsense, such as the Myers-Briggs created by individuals with no psychological training.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jan 15
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. The hidden meaning of the tilde symbol is a mix of sarcasm and self-deprecatory embarrassment.
  2. Rap Genius underwent a transformation by removing the 'rap' aspect while maintaining its ambitious and somewhat bro-y vibe.
  3. Television has evolved significantly from its inception by a young inventor to potentially facing a fate similar to the VCR.

#hagrid2016

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture TV
  1. Democratic party set up a digital boot-camp for campaigners with a Harry Potter theme called Hogwarts for digital wizardry.
  2. A dad jokingly made Vine videos of his baby that went viral, leading to unexpected fame, worry, and paparazzi.
  3. Seeking a long-term partner on OkCupid with a high compatibility rating may not always lead to a reassuring outcome.