MediaDailyNews
Monday, June 4, 2007
  • Just Say No: Viacom Nixes Commercial Ratings As Upfront Standard

    Viacom isn't the only cable programming to worry about commercial ratings, but it's among the most potent. While acknowledging that commercial ratings will inevitably … Read the whole story

  • And Now, A Word From Our Network

    In a startling development, the Big 4 broadcast networks have decided to replace many of their top-rated prime-time TV shows -- including both dramas … Read the whole story

  • Scorsese Directs AmEx TV Spot To Support Online Campaign

    Martin Scorsese has a new medium of expression: commercials. The Oscar-winner directed the latest spot in the American Express campaign "Are You A Cardmember?" … Read the whole story

  • Less Bloat: FTC Says Kids See Fewer TV Food Ads Than 30 Years Ago

    The FTC issued a report Friday claiming that kids 2-11 were exposed to fewer paid TV ads than in 1977--9% less. And while the … Read the whole story

  • Radio Turns In Mixed Quarter, Auto Spending Continues To Erode

    In its first quarterly revenue release detailing total ad dollars for the medium, the Radio Advertising Bureau Friday reported that total radio ad spending … Read the whole story

  • Fox's Reality Shows Beat The Rest

    CBS' new reality show "Pirate Master" hasn't seen any wind at its back yet, despite the Mark Burnett pedigree. However, another Burnett reality show--"Are … Read the whole story