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On National Shark Awareness Day, there is no better time to pay tribute to two cable TV networks that honor and educate audiences about sharks and their important roles in Earth's marine ecosystems. Every summer, Warner Bros. Discovery and National Geographic bring new and exciting shark-themed programming to immerse viewers into the world of sharks while raising awareness about these majestic creatures, and this year is no different. ? Warner Bros. Discovery: Shark Week Shark Week has been around for 35 years and fans keep coming back for more. The beloved cultural phenomenon returns this
Cable Continues to Celebrate Pride
June is LGBTQ+ Pride month, marking the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots that kicked off the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. A combination of celebration and protest, Pride is a time for reflection and joy, as well as a time for dialogues about the serious issues that still face the queer community. The cable TV industry has a history of telling LGBTQ+ stories, being home to some of the first major TV shows focused on gay and queer people, the first TV network geared toward that community, as well as countless groundbreaking moments for the representation of people once ostracized by the
CNN and OWN Unite to Celebrate Juneteenth
CNN and OWN are coming together to bring audiences a historic celebration of the Juneteenth holiday, the oldest known observance of the end of slavery in the United States. "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom," produced by Live Nation Urban and Jesse Collins Entertainment, will air on both networks and will aim to amplify the rich culture and significance of Juneteenth through its star-studded lineup and performances. A Concert Experience Returning for its second year, the event, taking place in Los Angeles, promises an immersive musical and cultural experience with authentic sounds
The HISTORY Channel Unpacks 'FDR' in Latest Documentary Series
Just in time for Memorial Day, The HISTORY Channel is set to premiere the fifth installment in its premium presidential miniseries, "FDR," which delves into the life and leadership of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The three-night documentary event comes after the network's popular documentaries last year, "Abraham Lincoln" and "Theodore Roosevelt." Like these previous documentary events, "FDR" is based on the New York Times bestseller, "Leadership in Turbulent Times," by renowned historian Doris Kearns Goodwin. A Storytelling Project About the Nation's Leaders In 2020, The HISTORY
Warner Bros. Discovery Helps Students 'Say Yes to the Prom'
Prom season is underway, and what does Warner Bros. Discovery have to do with those glitzy gowns and tuxedos? A lot! Now in its 11th year, SAY YES TO THE PROM, an event that plays off of the TLC network's "Say Yes To The Dress," was first started by Warner Bros. Discovery to help students afford to go to their proms through dress donation drives. But fast forward to 2023, and today it is so much more. Cable TV networks are always looking for opportunities to support socially responsible initiatives to better communities nationwide, and SAY YES TO THE PROM has become one of those staple events
Disney's 'American Born Chinese' Puts a New Spin on the Immigrant Child Experience
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is about recognizing the culture, heritage, and contributions of this rich demographic, and cable TV networks are continuing to do their part to celebrate diversity through storytelling and to increase representation on screen. One upcoming show that is already making headlines and that seeks to honor, elevate, and shine a light on this traditionally underrepresented group of people is Disney's "American Born Chinese." Bringing a Unique Story to the Screen Based on the graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang (who also works on the show), the coming-of
Cable TV Networks Prioritize Environmental Sustainability
Cable TV networks strive to bring positive environmental change every day not only through the influential content they produce, but through their business practices and strategies to lower greenhouse gas emissions, invest in clean energy, and to serve as models for other industries and businesses in conserving the planet. In recognition of Earth Day this Saturday, here are a few sustainability efforts underway at cable TV networks to create more environmentally friendly workplaces and communities. Green Practices On Set Behind the scenes, crews are supporting sustainable TV production through
TV Stats: Audiences Warm to Springtime TV Events
As spring rolls in, a slew of eagerly awaited TV shows and sports tournaments have drawn big audiences, set records, and are getting viewers ready for what are shaping up to be epic TV seasons. Here are a few examples of what people have been enjoying on screens this April.
Warner Bros. Studio Celebrates 100 Years
Warner Bros. Discovery is counting down to the 100th birthday of the Warner Bros. studio in April, and the anniversary tributes are already underway with the company's global year-long campaign, "Celebrating Every Story." "The name Warner Bros. is synonymous with entertainment and we are honored to be celebrating this iconic studio's centennial and the rich heritage that stretches back to the four brothers who founded it in 1923," said Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav (referring to Albert, Sam, Harry, and Jack Warner). A Legacy of Storytelling The studio's vast library, one of the most
Warner Bros. Discovery Offers a Fan-First Approach for March Madness Live
March Madness Live is back and bigger than ever, with the first round of the tournament starting tomorrow. This year, Warner Bros. Discovery, in partnership with the NCAA and CBS Sports, has expanded the live streaming and second screen options for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship as it prepares to cover all 67 games of the tournament. ? A Ratings Powerhouse ? "We are the #1 destination to catch not only everything live, but premium on-demand content, and we reach over 50% of the total digital sports audience each year," said Warner Bros. Discovery Vice President of Digital
