Sunday, December 6, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 47 - December 6, 2015

He's the Wiz and he lives on ... NBC? Well, the network that does so much wrong seems to have done it right for once. Are Tom and Jeff the only ones who think so? Also, is Spike Lee back with his first "important" film in a long time? And what's up with the dino-love in the movies? Is it extinct? All that and a lot more, so have a listen. What else are you going to do for two weeks while you wait for Star Wars to come out?!

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Sunday, November 22, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 45 - November 22, 2015

What does it take to get a show canceled these days? It used to be that bad ratings for two weeks meant you were done. Now, you can be bad - and unwatched - andthe networks stick with you. Why? Tom and Jeff hash it out. They guys also discuss how the entire ratings system may be overhauled. All that, plus virtual reality, A-listers making bombs and more, so enjoy and be thankful!

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Sunday, November 8, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 43 - November 8, 2015

Trump on SNL, binge TV on TBS and Jon Stewart on HBO. Big deals and crazy days are here, and Tom and Jeff are all over it. Oh yeah, Vice on H2. Initial city, and it's all fascinating, so click it and enjoy!

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Sunday, October 25, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 41 - October 25, 2015

The world of new media outlets is dominated by sports, and there's plenty to talk about this week, from the loss of jobs at ESPN, to the streaming live of an NFL game by Yahoo. Even more exciting, though, is the report from Netflix that the greatest fast-talking show in history is back! Will it be worth it? Tom and Jeff chat it up over coffee. All that and more, so have a listen.

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Sunday, October 11, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 39 - October 11, 2015

The world of viewing is changing, both for big screen and small. First, with the substantal domestic box office of Spanish language film Ladrones, it's clear a growing segment of the population is being underserved by Hollywood. Second, with the increase of original binge watching shows via Netflix and the like, the complex ongoing plot is bigger than ever. What does it all mean? Tom and Jeff discuss, and you can be in on the chat! Just click!

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Sunday, September 27, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 37 - September 27, 2015

Happy Birthday to you ... and to everyone who wants to use that simple song without paying royalties. It's a new day for TV and film birthdays! Tom and Jeff also delve deep into the Emmys, and exactly why no one is watching them any more. Maybe they need to put a football game in the middle of them. Empire's back, and it's kicking butt, and so are Kermit and gang. Some other new shows are not having the best time ever. Learn all about that and more with a simple click!

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Sunday, September 13, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 35 - September 13, 2015

It's fall season for TV, and here we go! First up, is Colbert going to keep up the solid numbers and decent content, or is he going to fail to get enough celebrities to make the audiences show up? Tom and Jeff discuss. Also, the guys chat about the new sitcoms, and if any will get laughs. All that and more, so get a chuckle by tuning in!

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Sunday, August 30, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 33 - August 30, 2015

Do you do anything for TV news ratings, or for newspaper sales? Or do you have a line you don't cross. Tom and Jeff talk it over, given recent events in the news. Moving to lighter fare, the guys look at faith-based movies and debate whether or not it's a genre or simply am off-shoot of other things. There's plenty more, so listen and learn and grow!

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Monday, August 24, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 32 - August 23, 2015

Gina's back, and so is the roundup of the summer's biggest entertainment stories. Gina schools Jeff on what's what in Dugger-land (not an amusement park, for sure!), and all the rest of the tales that titilate the tabloids. Tune and get the juicy-juice!

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Monday, August 10, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 30 - July 26, 2015

Here's a question you rarely hear someone in TV say - but was said by someone big. "There's too much programming." How can anyone say that, you ask? Tom and Jeff let you in on this radical thought. The Daily Show is done with Mr. Stewart, but is the public done with The Daily Show? The public appears done with Fantastic Four, that's for sure. All that and a ton more so support your local podcasters and click1

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Monday, July 27, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 30 - July 26, 2015

We are back and more Podcast-ier than ever, with special guest Dan Nelson, who provides incite and input regarding sports entertainment, specifically how TV and pay-per-view are changing the popularity of soccer, UFC and baseball. Here's a hint. Two of those are doing well, and one of those is baseball. Also, another mega-merger takes us on step closer to two companies running the world of communication. Don't worry. We didn't forget Adam Sandler ... even though everyone else did. All that and so much more, so end July on a clicking note and click it!

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Sunday, July 5, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 27 - July 5, 2015

Sure, we all love iTunes, but what the hell with Apple Music? Is it really going to be a thing? If so, why? Tom and Jeff discuss. Speaking of big, the box office this year is crazy big! Is it a reverse trend or simply the right titles all in one year. The boys still wonder if The Daily Show is going to last beyond Mr. Stewart. Did they choose the right host? All that and more, so light some leftover fireworks and celebrate with the cast!

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Sunday, June 14, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 24 - June 14, 2015

Does the latest Jurassic movie mean that a hit film doesn't even need to try to be good any more, just have good effects? Tom and Jeff can see it now - Jurassic dino vs. Godzilla. Meanwhile Netflix keeps on keeping on with high quality content. Are they getting close to new stuff every day? If so, good-bye networks. Speaking of networks, what's up with Brian Williams? Does he really still have a home at NBC? All that and more, so buckle up and have fun!

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Monday, June 1, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 22 - May 31, 2015

Here comes the summer, but instead of enjoying the sun and fun, Tom and Jeff are already onto the fall, specifically what shows are going to be new on the struggling broadcast networks. And the picture is, well, kind of ugly. If viewers want a winner they should go to a winner, aka Netflix, which seems to come out on top no matter what. Also, while the public at large wasn't watching Charter and Time Warner decided to get us closer to a super monopoly. Eek. So listen up and learn something.

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Monday, May 18, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 20 - May 17, 2015

I'd like to buy the world a Coke and keep good shows on the air. The good news is, for every show that leaves the world these days, about 10 more show up. Sure, the ones on NBC are bad, but who watches NBC these days? Well, there are a few reasons to watch NBC, and Tom and Jeff go over them. Also, it's an end for Letterman, only 20 years too late. All that and more, so tuck yourself and get comfy with a cast!

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Tuesday, May 5, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 18 - May 5, 2015

The fight is over between the wife beater and the elderly politician. And, surprise, it was as boring as all the experts predicted. Somehow, everyone had time to watch it, though, and see Avengers. And that's just the tip of the iceberg for this week's conversation betwen Tom and Jeff. It was a wild week in entertainment, so get your info now!

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Tuesday, April 21, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 16 - April 19, 2015

How close is cable to a la carte? It's getting closer, that's for sure. How close is boxing to being extinct? We'll see in a couple of weeks? And how big is this year going to be at the movies? Pretty damn big. There's more questions answered, so hear them all and here them now!

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Monday, April 6, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 14 - April 5, 2015

What's in a name? If your name is Jay-Z, it's a lot. If the name of your product is Tidal, well ... we'll have to see. The late night host musical chairs comes closer to a close next month when Letterman leaves. If you're like Tom and Jeff you're thinking, "He's still there?" Will the new choices for CBS and Comedy Central work? Should be fun watching, well, watching if they work, but we're not sure yet about actually watching. Speaking of watching, did the biggest movie of the year come out in April? Is that even possible? Yes, we know. It'll be Star Wars. Or will it? All that and more so get answers, give love, click us!

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Tuesday, March 24, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 12 - March 22, 2015

It's small screen stuff today, but with big players. There are two companies poised to take over the TV world, and Jeff and Tom are here to let you know what's what. Also, is the biggest movie of 2015 coming out in April? That'd be crazy, right? Or .... maybe not. Have a listen and decide.

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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 10 - March 8, 2015

Yes, we all know Vince Vaughn is a jerk, at least in the movies. But now it turns out we don't like his jerkiness anymore. On the other hand, we finally found a non-superhero that captured America's interest. Tom and Jeff explain. Are close to a day without prime time TV? Are small networks one show away from being the smash network AMC, or are they one lost show away from being a nothing network, like the old AMC? All that and more, so tune in and catch on.

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Tuesday, February 24, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 8 - February 22, 2015

You may think the Oscars are over, and, well, they are. BUT, there's a reason to listen to this wrap-up, because Tom and Jeff explain exactly why you keep watching it, even though you hate it. And you do. You hate it. We also talk about the real award. Which moviw will you care about from these awards a decade from now. The answer may surprise you, so start clicking!

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Monday, February 9, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 6 - February 8, 2015

Oh Brian, whether you lied or just remembered wrong, you kind of have the wrong job for making this kind of boo boo. What should happen to the NBC anchor, and do people care if he lied, really? Tom and Jeff chat about it. Is Sling TV the compromise we want in our entertainment world? Also, have people had enough of red carpets and four-hour awards shows? All that and more so have a listen.

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Monday, January 26, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 4 - January 25, 2015

No one, and we mean no one, saw American Sniper raking in more than $200 million. Why did it happen? You need to know and we are stuper stoked to tell you! But that's the start. We also answer how Johnny Depp keeps getting to make bad, bad, bad - did we say bad? - bad movies. In headgear news, we chat VR, and why the heck virtual reality is so big, and getting bigger. We'd better get those drive-yourself cars soon or there's going to be a lot of wrecks by drivers watching 3D movies on their glasses! All that and more, so get real and click!

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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

The TradesCast for Week 2 - January 11, 2015

Was there anything golden about the Golden Globes? Well, gold is a bit excessive. It was more like the Pewter Globes - solid but not that shiny. Still, they got some stuff right and not too much wrong. Tom and Jeff go over all that went well and, well, stuff that went not so well. Anyone else glad Ricky Gervais is not the host? If you want him back, we'll tell you why you're crazy! All that, plus the train wreck known as the January wasteland of movie releases! Start the new year with a click!

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