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☆ I'm a 'Big Brother' legend who came out of reality TV retirement to compete on 'The Traitors.' I didn't expect a former Bachelor to be my downfall.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

I came out of reality TV retirement to go on "The Traitors." I'm going through my texts and one is like, "Hey, I'm a reality TV producer, I want to get you on this show." I couldn't eat and also pretend that I didn't know who got murdered, so I just did my best to hang out. I enjoyed competing on 'The Traitors,' but I'm done with reality TV for good this timeGheesling is saying bye to reality TV, for real this time. As far as returning to reality TV, I think this was it for me.

Persons: —, Dan Gheesling, Ma, Deontay Wilder, Sandra Diaz, John Bercow, Gheesling didn't, Euan Cherry, It'd, Mike Tyson, Sandra, you'd, Parvati, Dan, Carsten, Bergie, Peter Weber, Janelle Pierzina, Trishelle Cannatella, she's, It's, Phaedra, Peter, Phaedra Parks, Gheesling, Peacock I've, Janelle, who's, he's, They're, Peacock Organizations: Service, Business, Housewives, NBC Locations: Orange County, Beverly, New Jersey

☆ Coco Jones may seem like a splashy newcomer, but she's having déjà vu
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-03 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Anyone who watched the Disney Channel in the early 2010s will recognize Jones' onscreen magnetism and precocious vocal skill. AdvertisementBut while many of Jones' cohorts have emphatically shed the mouse ears, Jones has taken the path of radical acceptance. "One thing about 'Let It Shine,' it's going to follow me until the wheels fall off," Jones said. Advertisement"ICU" was released as the second single from "What I Didn't Tell You," the first EP Jones released through a major label. "What I Didn't Tell You" is the product of studious passion; Jones honors the R&B tradition without relying on imitation.

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☆ 'The Traitors' star Janelle Pierzina thinks fellow 'Big Brother' legend Dan Gheesling is making a big mistake by underestimating these 2 players
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-30 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

On why Dan is making a big mistake in underestimating Peter and BergieDan underestimating Pete and Bergie might be his downfall on "The Traitors." I think she's super stealth when she needs to be. I think she's going to continue to work with Parvati and she'll continue to protect the Faithfuls that she can. AdvertisementAs far as the best Traitor game — hands down, Phaedra. Oh, I want Peter, Bergie, Trishelle, or John to win, of course.

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☆ Comcast tops revenue and profit estimates despite broadband subscriber losses, raises dividend by 7%
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-25 | by ( Alex Sherman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

"For the third consecutive year, we generated the highest revenue, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS in our company's history," Comcast Chief Executive Officer Brian Roberts said in a statement. Comcast lost 34,000 domestic broadband subscribers — less than the average analyst estimate of about 62,000 as compiled by StreetAccount. Average revenue per user jumped 3.9% as customers connected more devices and spent more for higher Internet speeds. The company lost 389,000 video subscribers -- a narrower loss than the average analyst estimate of nearly 458,000. Theme parks adjusted EBITDA rose 11.6% to $872 million, which trailed analyst estimates of roughly $897 million.

Persons: Omar Marques, Brian Roberts, Brian L, Roberts, StreetAccount Organizations: Lightrocket, Getty, Comcast, LSEG, Revenue, Parks Locations: U.S

☆ 'The Traitors' victim Ekin-Su says being buried alive was an 'iconic' way to die
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-23 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | Kirsten Acuna | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

I've had people say to me that the energy went down and people started to get really, really argumentative in there, so it's what happens when you get rid of me. Speaking of "Love Island," obviously you and Bergie were representing "Love Island" UK and US on "The Traitors." I love "Love Island," but for me, "Love Island" was 2022 season eight, and for me, that is a chapter closed. There's so much I want to do in my life now, and I don't think "Love Island" fits in that category. I'd love to host shows like "Love Island," but I definitely wouldn't go back as a contestant.

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☆ Expect $20-$25 billion to be wagered on this year's Super Bowl, says WashU’s Patrick Rishe
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-22 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailExpect $20-$25 billion to be wagered on this year's Super Bowl, says WashU’s Patrick RishePatrick Rishe, Washington University in St. Louis director of sports business program and Sportsimpacts founder and president, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss NFL sports betting landscape, the state of sports streaming, Peacock's NFL streaming surge, and more.

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☆ The future of sports is streaming, says Rosenblatt’s Barton Crockett
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-16 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe future of sports is streaming, says Rosenblatt’s Barton CrockettBarton Crockett, Rosenblatt Securities senior media analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss Peacock's record NFL weekend, comparing streaming services, and more.

Persons: Rosenblatt’s Barton Crockett Barton Crockett Organizations: Rosenblatt Securities, NFL

☆ Peacock and the NFL's big streaming bet pays off as Chiefs-Dolphins playoff game set a US viewership record
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-15 | by ( Amanda Perelli | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Read previewThe Saturday NFL playoff game where the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Miami Dolphins wasn't the only win that night. The game also set a record for the most streamed US event, averaging 23 million views, according to Comcast. AdvertisementThe Peacock and NFL bet was planned last year after NBCUniversal paid the NFL $110 million to hold a streaming-only playoff game. The first-ever live-streamed playoff game hit 27.6 million total viewers, according to Nielsen. "We couldn't be prouder of our partnership with Peacock and are thrilled with the results of the first-ever exclusively live-streamed NFL playoff game," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

Persons: —, Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, NBCUniversal, Peacock, Roger Goodell Organizations: Service, NFL, Kansas City Chiefs, Miami Dolphins, Comcast, Business, Nielsen Locations: Kansas

Thankfully, this Cyber Monday Peacock deal can save you a bit of money by bringing its Premium plans down to a more affordable price. There's also an ad-free Premium Plus plan that costs $8 a month for 12 months, or $80 for an annual plan. To get this deal, use the promo code BIGDEAL for the monthly discount or code YEARLONG for the annual price. However, Peacock ended up reducing the price again on Cyber Monday, bringing it to only $1 a month. Peacock is our pick for the best streaming service for fans of NBC programming.

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How to watch Dolphins vs. Eagles from anywhereIf you're in the US, Sunday Night Football airs on NBC stations nationwide promptly at 8:20 p.m. For $6.99 per month, NFL+ offers live streams for all local broadcasts and primetime games, including Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football. Feel free to bookmark our guide to Sunday Night Football live streams for the most up-to-date information each week. Week 7: Dolphins vs. Eagles, Oct. 22 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 8: Bears vs. Chargers, Oct. 29 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 9: Bills vs. Bengals, Nov. 5 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 10: Jets vs. ET (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 12: Ravens vs. Chargers, Nov. 26 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 13: Chiefs vs. Packers, Dec. 3 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 14: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Dec. 10 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 15: Ravens vs. Jaguars, Dec. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 16: Bengals vs. Steelers, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m.

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Keep reading if you want to know how to watch the Giants vs. Bills live stream on Sunday Night Football. For $6.99 per month, NFL+ offers live streams for all local broadcasts and primetime games, including Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football. Feel free to bookmark our guide to Sunday Night Football live streams for the most up-to-date information each week. Week 6: Giants vs. Bills, Oct. 15 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 7: Dolphins vs. Eagles, Oct. 22 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 8: Bears vs. Chargers, Oct. 29 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 9: Bills vs. Bengals, Nov. 5 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 10: Jets vs. ET (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 12: Ravens vs. Chargers, Nov. 26 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 13: Chiefs vs. Packers, Dec. 3 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 14: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Dec. 10 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 15: Ravens vs. Jaguars, Dec. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 16: Bengals vs. Steelers, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m.

Persons: Daniel Jones, Josh Allen, Peacock, You'll, ExpressVPN, NFL RedZone Organizations: Giants, Bills, Buffalo Bills, Football, NBC, Sunday, NFL, NFL Network, NFL Films, NFL Shop, Insiders, Night, Dolphins, . Eagles, . Chargers, Bengals, Jets, . Raiders, Broncos, Seahawks, Ravens, Chiefs, Packers, . Cowboys, . Jaguars, Steelers, . Vikings Locations: New York, United States, DAZN

Keep reading if you want to know how to watch the Cowboys vs. 49ers live stream on Sunday Night Football. You can stream the game live via Peacock or a live TV streaming service if you don't have any of those. For $6.99 per month, NFL+ offers live streams for all local broadcasts and primetime games, including Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football. Week 5: Cowboys vs. 49ers, Oct. 8 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 6: Giants vs. Bills, Oct. 15 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 7: Dolphins vs. Eagles, Oct. 22 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 8: Bears vs. Chargers, Oct. 29 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 9: Bills vs. Bengals, Nov. 5 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 10: Jets vs. ET (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 12: Ravens vs. Chargers, Nov. 26 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 13: Chiefs vs. Packers, Dec. 3 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 14: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Dec. 10 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 15: Ravens vs. Jaguars, Dec. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 16: Bengals vs. Steelers, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m.

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You can stream the game live via Peacock or a live TV streaming service if you don't have any of those. For $6.99 per month, NFL+ offers live streams for all local broadcasts and primetime games, including Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football. Jets, Oct. 1 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 5: Cowboys vs. 49ers, Oct. 8 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 6: Giants vs. Bills, Oct. 15 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 7: Dolphins vs. Eagles, Oct. 22 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 8: Bears vs. Chargers, Oct. 29 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 9: Bills vs. Bengals, Nov. 5 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 10: Jets vs. Raiders, Nov. 12 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 11: Vikings vs. Broncos, Nov. 19 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Thanksgiving Game: 49ers vs. Seahawks, Nov. 23 at 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 12: Ravens vs. Chargers, Nov. 26 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 13: Chiefs vs. Packers, Dec. 3 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 14: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Dec. 10 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 15: Ravens vs. Jaguars, Dec. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 16: Bengals vs. Steelers, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m.

Persons: Jimmy Garoppolo, wideout Davante Adams, Mike Tomlin's, Peacock, You'll, ExpressVPN, NFL RedZone Organizations: Steelers, Raiders, Football, Super, NFL, New Raiders, NBC, . Raiders, Sunday, NFL Network, NFL Films, NFL Shop, NFL Network ., Insiders, . Watch Steelers, Chiefs, . Jets, Cowboys, 49ers, Giants, Bills, Dolphins, . Eagles, . Chargers, Bengals, Jets, Broncos, Seahawks, Ravens, Packers, . Cowboys, . Jaguars, . Vikings Locations: Las Vegas, United States, DAZN, China

How to watch Sunday Night Football from anywhereIf you're in the US, Sunday Night Football airs on NBC stations nationwide promptly at 8:20 p.m. For $6.99 per month, NFL+ offers live streams for all local broadcasts and primetime games, including Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football. Week 2: Dolphins vs. Patriots, Sept. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 3: Steelers vs. Chiefs, Sept. 24 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 4: Chiefs vs. Jets, Sept. 24 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 5: Cowboys vs. 49ers, Oct. 1 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 6: Giants vs. Bills, Oct. 8 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 7: Dolphins vs. Eagles, Oct. 15 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 8: Bears vs. Chargers, Oct. 22 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 9: Bills vs. Bengals, Oct. 29 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 10: Jets vs. ET (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 12: Ravens vs. Chargers, Nov. 26 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 13: Chiefs vs. Packers, Dec. 3 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 14: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Dec. 10 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 15: Ravens vs. Jaguars, Dec. 17 (NBC, $5.99 on Peacock)Week 16: Bengals vs. Steelers, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m.

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Learn moreGreat news, if you want a free England vs. Spain live stream today, there is a rich range of options. We can confirm you can watch an England vs. Spain live stream online for free on channels in the UK, Spain, Australia, Austria, France, Germany, and Mexico. If you're opting for one of the free Women's World Cup final live streams on the list above from the UK, Australia, or France, you must sign in to watch England vs. Spain online for free. How to watch England vs. Spain with a VPN from anywhereSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch England vs. Spain in the USAFox and Fox Sports 1 have the rights to the Women's World Cup live streams in the US.

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There are plenty of great options for a free Women's World Cup Final live stream on Sunday. That's right; we can help you watch England vs. Spain online for free and in various languages too. In the US, you'll find the game on Fox, but you could use one of these free live streams instead. If you're opting for one of the free Women's World Cup Final live streams on the list below from the UK or Australia, you must sign in to watch England vs. Spain online for free. AESTWomen's World Cup FinalSunday, August 20England vs. Spain - 6 a.m.

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There are multiple international options for a free Women's World Cup live stream today, and if your country doesn't have free coverage, we can show you how to watch one of the free live streams via a VPN (virtual private network). For Australia vs. England today, you have various options for a free live stream with English, German, Spanish, or Italian commentary available. How to watch the Women's World Cup with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch Australia vs. England in the USAFox and Fox Sports 1 have the rights to the Women's World Cup live streams in the US. More upcoming gamesKeep an eye on our regularly-updated free Women's World Cup live stream guide to stay updated on the latest details for every game.

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The first semi-final will kick off soon, and we have everything you need to watch a free Spain vs. Sweden live stream. Today, you have various options for a free live stream with English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian commentary. How to watch Spain vs. Sweden in the USAFox and Fox Sports 1 have the rights to the Women's World Cup live streams in the US. Deal Sling TV Subscription Sling is one of the most affordable live TV streaming services you can sign up for. More upcoming gamesKeep an eye on our regularly-updated free Women's World Cup live stream guide to stay updated on the latest details for every game.

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☆ How Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' and #Scandoval have boosted NBCUniversal's Peacock as streamers increasingly lean into reality TV
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-11 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Peacock seized on the recent runaway success of "Vanderpump Rules" to reach new audiences. It also shows the potential for Peacock's reality-TV shows compared to those on other top streamers. The surge shows how Peacock — whose Instagram bio still reads: "Why are you reading this bio instead of watching Vanderpump Rules rn?" Thanks in part to its Bravo catalog, Peacock is in one of the best positions to capitalize on its unscripted TV pile. Recent Parrot Analytics data first published by TVREV shows Peacock had the second-largest US share of demand for unscripted TV programming during Q1, and ample supply.

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☆ Data shows how Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' and #Scandoval have boosted NBCUniversal's Peacock as streamers increasingly lean into reality TV
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-10 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Peacock seized on the recent runaway success of "Vanderpump Rules" to reach new audiences. Data shows how the streamer's marketing and programming efforts to capitalize on the show's high-profile drama have played out. It also shows the potential for Peacock's reality-TV shows compared to those on other top streamers. The surge shows how Peacock — whose Instagram bio still reads: "Why are you reading this bio instead of watching Vanderpump Rules rn?" Recent Parrot Analytics data first published by TVREV shows Peacock had the second-largest US share of demand for unscripted TV programming during Q1, and ample supply.

☆ Streaming services like Hulu, Discovery+, and Disney+ have been ramping up the amount of ads in their shows
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

But in the past year, ad loads have crept up on almost all the top services, per MediaRadar. Now that streaming companies have fallen in love with ads, viewers can expect to see a lot more of them. Discovery+'s ad load grew 69%, to about 5 minutes per hour, while Hulu's jumped 38%, to 7.3 minutes per hour. MediaRadar shared numbers for standard commercial spots, which are the most common form of ads on streaming services. Disney+ Basic and Netflix's Basic with Ads are also increasing their ad loads — which is to be expected, as they're still ramping up.

☆ Why Apple TV+ could be hit harder than Netflix, Disney+, and other streamers by a looming Hollywood writers' strike
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-01 | by ( Reed Alexander | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

But ahead of a potential Hollywood writers' strike, the streamer faces two key vulnerabilities. Hollywood is bracing for a possible writers' strike that could begin at midnight PT, following an overwhelming strike authorization by members of the Writers' Guild of America West and East last month. But, by comparison, Prime Video, Netflix, and Discovery+ offer viewers thousands of TV series, according to ReelGood data from the end of 2022. "They're building a long-term brand of Apple TV+, which is something apart from all their devices and their cool software. It would not damage the perception that people have of Apple TV+."

☆ Why the producers of 'Queer Eye' and Peacock's 'Swedish Death Cleaning' show believe they're 'in a really good position' to ride out a Hollywood writers' strike
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-01 | by ( Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

"Queer Eye" creator Scout Productions is betting its time is now, with a Hollywood writers' strike looming. It's working with Kristen Stewart on a "super-gay ghost hunting" reality series, as the star touted it on Instagram. It's also plotting a return to its scripted content roots. "They are very Scout shows in our storytelling process, but they're also shows that fit, that can be international, they can be domestic only. Joel Chiodi, head of documentaries and SVP of strategic development, contended that Scout's content "may not be broad, but we're enough in the mainstream, just pushing a little more."

☆ Apple TV+ has 2 big disadvantages compared to Netflix, Disney+, and other streamers as a Hollywood writers' strike looms
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-26 | by ( Reed Alexander | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

But ahead of a potential Hollywood writers' strike, the streamer faces two key vulnerabilities. Hollywood is bracing for a possible writers' strike that could begin on May 1, following an overwhelming strike authorization by members of the Writers' Guild of America West and East earlier this month. But, by comparison, Prime Video, Netflix, and Discovery+ offer viewers thousands of TV series, according to ReelGood data from the end of 2022. "They're building a long-term brand of Apple TV+, which is something apart from all their devices and their cool software. It would not damage the perception that people have of Apple TV+."

Jeff Shell left his role as NBCUniversal CEO on Sunday after he admitted an "inappropriate relationship" with a woman in the comany, corporate parent Comcast announced. The complaint was filed by the woman with whom Shell said he had an "inappropriate relationship," according to people familiar with the matter. Roberts will also get more involved with the NBCUniversal business alongside Cavanagh, the person said. He oversaw the company's theme parks, its Peacock streaming service, sports production operations, television stations group, and entertainment and news television networks like NBC News. Before taking the helm as CEO, Shell was chairman of NBCUniversal Film and Entertainment.

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