Rachel Maddow's Viewership Decline

Rachel Maddow criticizes MSNBC for canceling Joy Reid's show, but has lost viewers since Trump's victory. The decline is more significant in the 25-54 age group. Maddow's ratings dropped after the Mueller report and Trump's 2024 victory.

Grammy Awards Ratings Decline

The Grammy Awards experienced a significant drop in ratings despite featuring top artists like Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The show included political statements on DEI and transgenderism, which may have contributed to the decline in viewership.

NFL Playoff Ratings Decline

NFL playoff ratings declined for a second week in a row despite four exciting games last weekend. The highly anticipated Ravens-Bills matchup saw a 16% decline in viewership compared to last year. The Eagles, Commanders, and Chiefs games also experienced drops in viewership, except for the Chiefs-Texans game, which saw a slight increase. Some attribute the decline in ratings to oversaturation of football due to the extended College Football Playoff format.

Decline in Academy Awards viewership and criticism of entertainment industry

The 2024 Academy Awards had the fourth-lowest viewership in history at 19.5 million. Despite attempts to spin the numbers positively, the decline in viewership, especially among younger demographics, is evident. The article criticizes the entertainment industry for being hyper-politicized, talentless, and out of touch with the audience.

Decline of Cable and Satellite Networks

The decline of cable and satellite networks due to changes in entertainment consumption habits, leading to a decrease in viewership and a shift towards streaming services.