Topic: Network Ratings

4 chapters across the catalog

Wig Out
Episode 1459 34:14 - 39:59

1459: Wig Out

Consulting Strategy for January 6th Hearing Ratings

A satirical consulting session suggests that the January 6th committee should stop the hearings while ratings are high, as subsequent sessions may suffer from viewer fatigue. Suggestions for maintaining interest included staging a disruption or shifting focus to breaking news in Ukraine. The segment also addressed debunked claims that Donald Trump advocated for the hanging of Mike Pence.

Gas Jackers
Episode 750 1:26:10 - 1:30:23

750: Gas Jackers

Caitlyn Jenner, I Am Cait Ratings Decline

The decline in ratings for the reality series I Am Cait is attributed to a lack of conflict and an overly "politically correct" approach guided by GLAAD. The hosts argue that reality television audiences seek drama and conflict, which the show has failed to provide despite high-profile production.

Toxic Speech
Episode 744 1:47:29 - 1:52:21

744: Toxic Speech

Caitlyn Jenner Ratings, Syrian Suicide Belt Accident

Ratings for the Caitlyn Jenner show on E! are analyzed using "Live plus 3" (L3) metrics, showing a 54% increase over same-day numbers but overall lower-than-expected interest. In a separate news item, Fox & Friends hosts Tucker Carlson and Clayton Morris are criticized for laughing at a video of a Syrian suicide belt accidentally exploding. The video reportedly shows members of the Takfiri terror group being killed by their own device.

Bad Actors
Episode 443 1:19:01 - 1:24:29

443: Bad Actors

The Blaze TV, Glenn Beck Network Launch

Glenn Beck's media outlet, The Blaze, has transitioned from a web-based platform to a 24/7 television network available on Dish Network. Analysts predict the network's ratings could eventually surpass those of MSNBC as it builds a dedicated audience for conservative programming. Meanwhile, MSNBC continues to lean into partisan commentary with hosts like Toure and Al Sharpton.