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Streaming TV Eats Into Satellite and Cable

Amazing numbers keep getting posted on the massive switch from traditional TV providers such as satellite and cable. DirecTV estimates included in Leitchman Research Group’s tally of nearly 2 million more lost pay TV subscribers. This is a direct ( no pun intended) result of higher costs and ala carte options with streaming TV devices and televisions DirecTV, jointly owned by AT&T and private equity company TPG Capital, has around 13.9 million remaining subscribers. This is around 12 million fewer than existed between DirecTV satellite and U-verse back in May 2014, when AT&T agreed to pay $49 billion to buy DirecTV and — briefly — usurped Comcast to become the nation’s No. 1 pay TV operator. Pay TV’s long secular slide started around the time of that purchase, dropping from just over 100 million American homes to around 72.2 million at the end of June, according to LRG. (The total is actually higher — LRG’s count doesn’t include the 8% of the market served by vMVPD leader YouTube TV, as well as several hundred smaller regional cable companies.) But we can say that, with its total pay TV subscriber base eroding by 46% over the last eight years, AT&T has at least managed to beat the market on something. Every publicly effacing pay TV service once again lost ground in the second quarter, just as they did in Q1. The top 13 pay TV companies, accounting for 92% of U.S. customers, lost 1.950 million users from April – June vs.... Read More

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Trivia Night: Disney Edition

Trivia Night: Disney Edition Home Events Trivia Night: Disney Edition Date/Time Date(s) – 08/12/20226:00 pm Location Destin FL Categories General Event Welcome to a trivia night based on the magical place on Earth. Whether it’s classic movies, park history, or wacky facts, our Disney trivia will keep you on your toes. Teams (maximum of 6 people per team) are invited to come nerd out with us and decide once and for all who’s Lady and the Champ. The winning team will receive one $25 gift certificate to the center, good for admission, workshops, gift shop purchases, planetarium events, and more. Have a drink, come up with a ridiculous team name (Walt Quizney, anyone?), and start the weekend off right with a fun trivia challenge. Hakuna Matata, friends. Cost $12 for nonmembers • $10 for members   Emerald Coast Science Center 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548         Leave a Reply Cancel reply You must be logged in to post a comment. Sign in New account Remember me Login Login with facebook Forgot your password? Login Login with facebook Sign me up for 30A alerts! Lost your password? Please enter your email address. You will receive mail with link to set new password. Back to login Insert/edit link Enter the destination URL URL Link Text Open link in a new tab Or link to existing content Search No search term specified. Showing recent items. Search or use up and down arrow keys to select an... Read More

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All American Thursday Aug 11

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/11/20226:30 pm Location Destin FL Categories General Event Live Music Music Hero Salute & Vintage Air Show: 6:30pm Fireworks & Fire Spinning by Autumn Lyfe: 9:00pm Celebrate the USA with a one-of-a-kind vintage airshow, hero salute, live entertainment with Band of Revival, FIREWORKS, and a fire spinning show!   HarborWalk Village 10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541       https://30a-tv.com/events/all-american-thursday-aug-11/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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Fly Guy Thursday Aug 11

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/11/20226:30 pm Location Miramar Categories General Event Set your eyes on the sky as you enjoy fly-board extraordinaire Ben Merrell over the Baytowne lagoon! Watch as he soars to the sky and makes waves at Baytowne Wharf. 6:30pm & 8:30pm Show Times.   Village Of Baytowne Wharf 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550       https://30a-tv.com/events/fly-guy-thursday-aug-11/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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LUAU BEACH PARTY Aug 11

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/11/20225:00 pm Location Destin FL Categories General Event Hula on over to Al’s Beach Club & Burger Bar and get a little “Tiki” with us as Al’s presents their free weekly BEACH LUAU PARTY on Okaloosa Island.   Al’s Beach Club 1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548       https://30a-tv.com/events/luau-beach-party-aug-11/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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Mini Makers and Experimenters Lab Aug 11

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/11/202210:30 am Location Destin FL Categories General Event Join ECSC for a preschool activity hour! With different activities each event, you and your little ones are sure to have fun. Mini Makers is included in your admission and is ideal for 3-5 year olds, but the whole family is welcome!   Emerald Coast Science Center 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548       https://30a-tv.com/events/mini-makers-and-experimenters-lab-aug-11/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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Alaqua Animal Refuge Joins 13 Animals Sanctuaries Around the Country for the Third Annual Goat Games

“Let the Games Begin” Alaqua Animal Refuge announced today that it is participating in The Goat Games 2022, a friendly fundraising competition among 14 farm animal sanctuaries around the country to rally the support of animal lovers nationwide to raise awareness of their life-saving work and ignite social change to end farm animal exploitation. Happening August 12-15, The Goat Games was created as a fun way for animal lovers to support the work of farm sanctuaries and the thousands of animals who call places like Alaqua home. The Goat Games is a “tell your friend,” peer-to-peer fundraising campaign powered by social media and supporters of participating sanctuaries. While the goats don’t actually compete, human “athletes” can sign up to raise awareness and funds for the sanctuary team of their choice. Participants can join this nationwide, virtual event from anywhere in the U.S. The Goat Games is sponsored nationally by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS)—the only globally recognized organization for certifying that an animal refuge or sanctuary meets the highest standards of excellence of care during rescue, rehabilitation, and the rest of their life. Alaqua has been verified by GFAS and has been called “a prime example of what a sanctuary should be and an excellent role model combining compassion for the well-being of animals, fundraising techniques, and non-profit best management practices.” “Covid did a number on us, as it did on nonprofits around the world,” said Kathy Stevens, Founder and Executive Director of Catskill Animal Sanctuary who came up with... Read More

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Wednesday Night Concert Series | Flash Flood

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/10/20227:00 pm Location Miramar Categories Live Music Music This summer sit back and relax, as you take in the cool crisp air, and enjoy live entertainment. The concert series will feature both local and regional talent from a variety of genres. Concert begins at 7pm on the Events Plaza Stage. This Wednesday enjoy live music from Flash Flood!   Village Of Baytowne Wharf 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550       https://30a-tv.com/events/wednesday-night-concert-series-flash-flood/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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Wednesday Night Bonfire and Live Music Aug 10

Date/Time Date(s) – 08/10/20225:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location Santa Rosa Beach Categories Food General Event Live Music Music Restaurant Join us every Wednesday night from 5-8PM for live music on the beach at The Bay. Come dine, drink and enjoy the sights and sounds of live music right by the water. It’s where the locals love to hang out on Wednesdays. See you soon!   The Bay 24215 Hwy. 331 South, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459       https://30a-tv.com/events/wednesday-night-bonfire-and-live-music-aug-10/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

TV Advert Spending Down But Streaming Ad Spend UP

Following recent trends of the last several years, national linear TV advertising spending continues to weaken slightly compared to previous years, as June dipped 1% to $3.1 billion, according to Standard Media Index. Continuing to tout connected TV (CTV), its fastest-growing channel, demand-side advertising platform The Trade Desk witnessed another big spike in revenue — up 35% in the second quarter to $377 million, above analysts’ expectations. “CTV (connected TV — Streaming TV) is evolving faster than anyone predicted,” explains Jeff Green, chief executive officer of Trade Desk, on an earnings call with analysts on Tuesday. “Advertisers are increasingly prioritizing CTV content.” Green points to continued “walled garden” digital media being “downgraded” by marketers, as well as the advantage that CTV does not rely on cookies. From all this CTV, along with other digital video, has seen around a 50% revenue growth in the second quarter for the DSP. CTV has a company-leading 40%-plus share of all Trade Desk digital media business. Connected TV advertising is vastly undervalued, pricing is far below cable and network TV costs. Let us help you organize your campaign.   Read More