Why broadcast television is doomed

Why broadcast television is doomed

Jamie Kellner, chairman and CEO of Turner Broadcasting (an AOL Time Warner company), was recently interviewed by [INSIDE] on the future of television. In the interview, Mr. Kellner said some very interesting things, including characterizing those who skip television commercials as thieves:

“[Ad skips are] theft. Your contract with the network when you get the show is you’re going to watch the spots. Otherwise you couldn’t get the show on an ad-supported basis. Any time you skip a commercial or watch the button you’re actually stealing the programming.” [ more…]