The former leader of a once-promising media company got a break just before heading to prison. Carlos Watson, co-founder of Ozy Media, had his nearly 10-year sentence reduced by the then-president. This happened just hours before he was set to begin his prison term for financial fraud. Media industry insiders were surprised by the news. Watson's company, Ozy Media, ...
In recent years, Hollywood has faced a significant shift in its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). After a brief push for greater representation following the racial reckoning in 2020, the entertainment industry has seen a notable decline in DEI efforts. The change began when the new administration took office. The U. S. attorney general was...
ESPN is welcoming a new member to its investigative journalism team. Dan Wetzel, a well-known sportswriter, is leaving his old job at Yahoo! Sports. This move comes as a big change for him. He's excited about the new opportunities that ESPN offers. Wetzel is from Norwell and studied at the University of Massachusetts. He's been a big part of Yahoo! Sports since 2003....
The Washington Post is shaking things up. Jeff Bezos, the owner, announced a major change to the paper's opinion section. He wants to focus on two main ideas: personal freedoms and free markets. This means the Post will mainly publish opinions that support these views, leaving other viewpoints to other publications. Bezos believes these ideas are important for Ameri...
Chicago's media landscape is seeing significant changes. Chicago Public Media, the organization behind the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ, is making some tough decisions to stay afloat. They recently announced voluntary buyouts for journalists at the Sun-Times and business employees at WBEZ. This move comes after struggling with financial issues in their unique nonprofit...
BBC Studios is mulling over wrapping up its content production in India. The reason? A shift in India's TV and streaming landscape, which includes shrinking budgets from broadcasters and streaming platforms. While no final call has been made, the BBC is reviewing its Indian production model to make sure it's efficient and effective. India has been a big part of BBC ...
Charles F. Dolan, the brain behind some of America's biggest media companies like HBO and Cablevision, has left us at the age of 98. His family confirmed that he passed away peacefully due to natural causes. Dolan's journey began in Cleveland, where he dropped out of John Carroll University. His biggest break came in 1972 when he launched Home Box Office, later renam...
Meet Bobby Friedman, a seasoned media pro who's been around the block. He's worked with big names like MTV and New Line, but now he's doing things his way with Bungalow Media + Entertainment. This company is nimble and quick, making shows that fit the new streaming world. They've done docs, true crime, and even a bit of lifestyle TV. One of their standout projects? A...
Allen Media Group (AMG) has decided to close down The Weather Channel en Español by the end of this year. This move is a part of the company's ongoing cost-cutting measures. Last month, AMG announced that Pattrn, a climate-themed FAST channel, would stop programming next month and retake its roots on social media, keeping a weekend presence on The Weather Channel. I...
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a big news network? Former ABC News anchor Kendis Gibson has some stories to tell. His new book lifts the lid on his experiences at ABC. He says he faced a really rough time at work, with bosses dismissing his ideas and even making racist remarks. One time, he wore jeans on air, and a boss called him, saying he wasn't g...