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How Two Colorado House Candidates Are Thinking About AI
In Colorado, two millennial candidates are thinking about A.I.
Simone Biles shares surprising detail in recent game-day outfit
Simone Biles wore the outfit for the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts Sunday matchup.
Toy Story 5, Backrooms and The Breadwinner Vie to Become the Second Biggest Film This Year...
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) Often, people blame “data” for ruining Hollywood, when I’d argue that hype (which can often be debunked by data) is often worse, as you can see in these two headlines. To use a common meme, here’s how it started: and how it’s going: Earlier this year, I read countless (and I mean countless) articles (in almost every mainstream media outlet) about how Heated Rivalry was a huge hit and that it “heated” interest in hockey. But Heated Rivalry wasn’t a huge viewership hit compared to the hype: [ ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) [ You Can’t Eat Buzz…Did Heated Rivalry’s Buzz Translate into Actual Viewership? ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) Entertainment Strategy Guy · Jan 22 [ Read full story ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) In this case, the hype (Heated Rivalry is really popular) belied the data (It didn’t make the top ten charts, meaning it wasn’t a huge hit.1) Even worse, every time I write about this, I get a lot of negative feedback, hence why I only sparingly mention the show these days or add lots of caveats when I write about it, but this just further cements the hype. But companies, and the executives leading them, have to determine strategy based on reality, not media coverage. The NHL committed real marketing dollars to a campaign that didn’t work. Sure enough, the latest NHL season opened to under a million viewers. At some point, you have to focus on what the data says, because real dollars are at stake. And that’s why we have the Streaming Ratings Report! To provide and analyze cold, hard data. Luckily, this week, I can be positive and take a look at a huge opening on streaming, along with a very buzzy horror film that customers kind of like, but don’t really love. And a comedy that tried to rebound on streaming. Today, I’m covering two weeks—21-Sep and 28-Sep—so we have a lot to discuss (nearly 5,000 words worth), including a series of film misses for Netflix, another argument for weekly-released TV shows on streaming, another sitcom tries to avoid the comedy curse, Netflix has two new game shows (one powered by AI), Reacher falling off the charts after a huge run, Prime Video tries its hands at the romcom game**,** a look at the WNBA’s big season, a big night for the VMAs on CBS and MTV, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the weeks of September 14th to October 4th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Film - Two Hits and a Miss Come to Streaming… Three very interesting films came to streaming in one week, and I like comparing them since they show the range of theatrical films. One was a huge blockbuster, one was popular, and one was neither. One is a horror film, a buzzy genre; one is a comedy, a struggling genre; and one is an animated family film, the king of the box office. One went to a tiny streamer (HBO Max), one went to a second-tier streamer (Disney+), and one went to the biggest (Netflix). So… If you just went by box office, you’d expect Backrooms—the $197 million grosser, and partner of Obsession for “YouTube Horror Summer”—to dominate on streaming. If you read this report, though, you know that horror films don’t do great on streaming, and that’s the case again. Backrooms opened at 3.8 million hours according to Nielsen, and had 3.9 million hours in its second week. Here’s how that stacks up to other HBO Max films: We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… ...why I don’t buy Backrooms budget… …two new games shows arrive on streaming… …another sitcom struggles… ...another argument for putting out shows weekly on Netflix... ...and a whole lot more, nearly 5,000 words more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you want an idea of just how much content you’d get in a full issue, check out this older issue. Coming Soon! Next week, I’ll be taking a look at the eighth season of Hulu’s The Kardashians, answering the question: will this show ever make the charts? If Mormon wives can make it, surely one of social media’s most popular families can as well. Also, Prime Video has a new horror show based on popular IP, Carrie, Netflix has a horror show starring Josh Hartnett, Below, and Apple TV has a UK import, Small Prophets. Plus a bunch of movies like Disclosure Day heading to Peacock, The Housemaid coming to HBO Max, Ben Affleck’s latest on Apple TV, Animals, and Matchbox the Movie on Apple TV, a John Cena action comedy inspired by Hasbro’s toy cars. The week after is even busier! I’ll look at another IP-based horror show, Crystal Lake, a new MCU show on Disney+, VisionQuest, season two of The Lowdown on FX/Hulu, the fourth seasons of The Diplomat on Netflix and Tulsa King on Paramount+, another season of Love is Blind, and four straight-to-streaming films: Netflix’s Sacrifice (starring Chris Evens, Anya-Taylor-Joy, Vincent Cassel, John Malkovich, Salma Hayek. Charlie XCX), Apple TV’s Tenzing (starring Tom Hiddleston and Willem Defoe), Prime Video’s Love of Your Life (Margaret Qualley) and Masterplan (Stanley Tucci) and a whole lot more, somehow. Long term, here’s some huge IP news: a Game of Thrones movie is coming to theaters, Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest in 2029, while Jon Watts (who helmed three of the most recent Spider-Man movies) is directing the next Star Wars trilogy, to be written by Simon Kinberg. I’m cautiously optimistic for both. It feels obvious to say that making good movies matters, but for bets this big (Star Wars is on a swoon, Game of Thrones hasn’t been to theaters yet), the quality has to be there.
Vikings Face Criticism Over J.J. McCarthy From Unexpected Voice
Barstool Sports owner and Michigan alum Dave Portnoy went to bat for former Minnesota Vikings and current New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Portnoy spoke out about McCarthy’s time at the Vikings, as the latter made his debut with the Giants. McCarthy stepped in for Jameis Winston in the Giants’ game against the New Orleans […] The post Vikings Face Criticism Over J.J. McCarthy From Unexpected Voice appeared first on HEAVY.
What Trump’s Women’s Health Plan Promises
The administration's promises deserve a much closer look.
Lena Waithe says Hollywood feels like "Walmart"
Actor, writer and producer Lena Waithe is questioning Hollywood's pursuit of mass-market entertainment as consolidation leaves creators with fewer places to sell original projects.
The Hollywood Reporter Power Business Managers Event to Honor Michael Ullman, Feature Conversations With David Kramer and Lisa Callif
Sugar Ray Leonard will present THR’s Business Manager Icon Award to Ullman, CEO of Platinum Financial Management, at the 16th annual event.
Fears of a post-midterms Trump rampage spur ‘brutal’ internal jockeying
President Donald Trump still has two weeks to salvage his Republican congressional majorities and defy expectations of a midterm wipeout. But all around him, aides and allies are bracing for what happens if he fails.
Paul George Sets Celtics Franchise Record During Loss to Pistons
Detroit spent three quarters getting torched by Paul George, then flipped the opener in one run. #Pistons
Salas’s Time Is Now, Whether Padres Are Ready Or Not
The San Diego Padres now have three catchers, and Ethan Salas looks very ready to take over.
Healthcare on the trail in Arizona
The signature Republican reconciliation bill is playing a starring role in Arizona Democratic messaging two weeks out from the midterms.
Urban Meyer only has one concern about a 24-team College Football Playoff
Urban Meyer won three national titles as a college football head coach, but the game is already very different from his time at Florida and Ohio State. The ways NIL and the transfer portal have shifted the sport’s landscape were hard to predict, and the Fox Sports college football analyst is among those who misread…
Bengals make roster moves after bye week
The Bengals make some roster moves to get better depth in response to injuries.
Penn State expected to miss Bowl Games by multiple outlets
Penn State was nearly a consensus College Football Playoff pick earlier this year, and now they are expected to miss out on Bowl Games.
Is Mold in Coffee a Real Problem? Here Is What the Science Says Before You Panic
Is mold in your morning coffee actually a problem? Food scientists say probably not and here is why.
Cowboys rookie report: Packers game exposed some deficiencies
Cowboys rookies did not have a good game in Green Bay.
Isaac Paredes offers the Yankees a better kind of contact
Eighty-eight strikeouts in 659 plate appearances caught my attention before the 25 home runs did. If the Yankees are going […]
Man arrested for Miami Beach business burglaries, police say
A 57-year-old man is facing felony charges after police said he was responsible for two restaurant burglaries in Miami Beach, including one covered by Local 10 News.
76ers vs. Knicks live updates, lineups, where to watch: LeBron James, Jaylen Brown make regular-season debuts with Philadelphia against defending champs
Ghilardi: “I’m trying to play with more consistency.”
He plays little, but when he does, he’s always among the best. Ghilardi—even today—proved he’s worthy of playing for this Roma side. He defends, attacks, and even creates assists. He even scor...
Detroit Pistons Stun Celtics With Epic Fourth Quarter Comeback
Detroit Pistons overcome a 22-point deficit with a stunning 23-0 fourth-quarter run to beat the Boston Celtics 121-113 in their 2026-27 season opener.
2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL: Week 6
Between injuries and bye weeks, Week 6 was quiet for the former Gophers in the NFL. With one exception that is…
Tracy McGrady strikes two-year partnership with NBC Sports
Five months ago, Tracy McGrady wasn’t sure NBC wanted him back for a second season, and now the network is effectively going into business with him. In an exclusive interview with The Athletic’s Jerry Brewer published Tuesday, McGrady unveiled a two-year strategic partnership with NBC Sports that puts his Ones Basketball League games on Peacock,…
Detroit Lions Announce Two Roster Moves Ahead of Packers Showdown
The Detroit Lions have signed Aidan Keanaaina to their practice squad and released Chris Smith ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.
Cam Heyward Once Again Elected to Esteemed Post for Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have elected Cam Heyward as their NFL Players Association player representative, per source. Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith, […]
OCPS rejects compromise on teacher health insurance ahead of school board hearing
Orange County Public Schools rejected on Tuesday a compromise on health insurance costs meant to break a months-long contract dispute between the district and its teachers union, saying that a special...
What happened to Ben Kindel? NHL player suffers 'medical episode' on plane
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Ben Kindel was taken to a Utah hospital Tuesday after suffering a "medical episode" on the team plane.
Football and Politics: Auditor to host early voting at high school game
With the midterm election in Iowa two weeks away, Johnson County’s Auditor is hoping football will help get more people to cast a vote.
Hickory Tavern Announces New Daily Specials and Refreshed Entertainment Calendar
With football season in full swing, Hickory Tavern, the modern American tavern and neighborhood gathering spot with 16 locations across North and South Carolina, has introduced new daily food and drin...
Packers OC Makes Feelings Clear on Josh Jacobs Return
Green Bay Packers OC Adam Stenavich didn't mince words when asked about RB Josh Jacobs' return. The post Packers OC Makes Feelings Clear on Josh Jacobs Return appeared first on HEAVY.
Rams to Sign Kicker Brandon McManus Pending a Physical
The Los Angeles Rams are set to sign veteran kicker Brandon McManus, provided he can pass a physical
Billy Napier and JMU's formula for success
JMU is the only 7-0 squad in the FBS through seven weeks.
TENNESSEE VOLS FOOTBALL: Neyland hits 130 decibels in Alabama game
The Neyland Effect was full tilt during Tennessee's 26-10 victory over Alabama on the Third Saturday in October.
Eagles roster moves include 4 running back transactions
Lots of movement in the backfield.
Opero Relaunches as a Firm That Designs, Builds, and Operates Custom Business Systems
MIAMI, October 20, 2026--Opero (opero.com) has relaunched as a services firm that designs, builds, and operates custom business systems that replace SaaS platforms like Salesforce. The firm designs how a business should work, including the process and the experience for staff and customers, then architects, builds, and runs the system.
PHP warns admins of two critical flaws, emergency patches coming tomorrow
The PHP security team is warning administrators to prepare for emergency security updates tomorrow to address two critical vulnerabilities, as information about the flaws has reportedly leaked ahead of their scheduled disclosure.
Former Panthers QB signs with Cowboys on Tuesday
A former Panthers QB has landed with the Cowboys.
Experts Reveal How MS Can Be Misdiagnosed Amid Christina Applegate’s Surprising Health Update
Christina Applegate is searching for answers after learning that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) five years ago — and medical experts say several conditions can be mistaken for MS, m...
Mike Bloomberg starts spending blitz to help Democrats retake the House
Former New York mayor Mike Bloomberg, a Democratic megadonor, has poured more than $80 million into the midterms over the last two months.
Peyton Watson Sends Clear Message Before Cavaliers Face LeBron James, 76ers
Cleveland opens the 2026-27 season against LeBron James and the 76ers, with injuries and a new starting lineup among the storylines.
Investors are piling into retail real estate. This Wheaton deal shows why.
Local real estate investment firm Core Acquisitions flipped the Rice Lake Square shopping center for $52.8 million just two and a half years after buying it.
TV5, Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Pistons-Heat game Friday
The Detroit Pistons will play the Miami Heat on Friday, Oct. 23, and there’s some new ways to watch.
Rays vs. Brewers World Series preview: Who has the edge in matchup of MLB's 2 best teams?
Michigan State basketball forward Cam Ward to play vs. UConn
Michigan State forward Cam Ward set to play in exhibition vs. UConn
Atlanta Hawks strike in-market streaming deal with Prime Video
As the Atlanta Hawks prepare to tip-off their season Wednesday against the Orlando Magic, the team has moved to create one of the more fan-friendly streaming arrangements in the entire league. The Hawks announced Tuesday that all local broadcasts will stream on Amazon Prime Video for fans within the team’s regional footprint at no extra…
TV5, Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Pistons-Heat game Friday
The Detroit Pistons will play the Miami Heat on Friday, Oct. 23, and there’s some new ways to watch.
Steelers Week 7 power rankings roundup: Starting to believe yet?
Pittsburgh Steelers Week 7 power rankings roundup.
Oura adds two new cardiovascular health tracking features to its smart rings
Oura’s recent smart rings are getting better at tracking cardiovascular performance.
Frost: UCF Has 'Awesome Opportunity' Against No. 2 BYU
Coming off a crucial bye week, the Knights look to upend the surging Cougars in a historic Homecoming clash featuring potential quarterback returns and defensive reinforcements.
Opry Entertainment Group to retire General Jackson Showboat after 41 years
Opry Entertainment Group has decided to close down the General Jackson Showboat at the end of 2026. It's been a Nashville gem for 41 years.
Tarasov Gets Detroit’s Net Again as the Road Trip Opens
Todd McLellan goes back to Daniil Tarasov in net as Detroit opens a four-game road trip. #RedWings
How Is Imanol Alguacil Improving Olympiacos
Imanol Alguacil has revitalised Olympiacos through tactical ball retention and defensive stability, securing vital victories while maximising squad depth to narrow the gap at the summit.
Louisiana receives $3 million in grants to support veterans’ mental health
Five Louisiana groups awarded ~$3M in VA Staff Sergeant Fox Grants for veterans' mental health peer support and outreach, including two in Northeast Louisiana. State also launching its first Veteran Business Outreach Center.
Grading Phoenix Suns' Decision To Extend Oso Ighodaro's Contract
Phoenix secures a versatile defensive anchor by locking down the Marquette alum with a high-value extension, betting on his elite rim protection and playmaking to solidify their future.
Northwestern's Robert Fitzgerald Earns Multiple All-American Honors
Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald earns first-team midseason All-American honors from On3 and AP as the Wildcats await their defensive leader's return from injury.
How do Brewers' Misiorowski, Rays' Rasmussen Compare?
Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski and Tampa Bay Rays ace Drew Rasmussen will face off in the World Series. Who has been the better pitcher this season?
On fire, Désiré Doué's incredible October stats 🔥
October suits him.This Tuesday evening, Paris Saint-Germain host FC Barcelona in the blockbuster clash on matchday three of the 2026-2027 Champions League league phase.The Parisians opened the scoring...
Scientists Find 46,000-Year-Old Bone Fragments in a Cave, Leading to Groundbreaking Discovery
Six ancient bone fragments found in a Spanish cave belonged to a male Neanderthal, and their well-preserved DNA could reveal new details about his life
MSG Sports is splitting the Knicks and Rangers into two stocks, and history says spin-offs tend to beat IPOs
As the Knicks raise their first championship banner in 53 years, MSG Sports is spinning off the Rangers, giving investors a chance to own one team, both or neither.
Women's college basketball preseason AP poll: South Carolina leads the way, with UConn and USC trailing behind
Dawn Staley and South Carolina once again reign above the rest of the pack.
“Crystal Lake” showrunner complains about not showing nudity: ‘That’s America’
“You can give the kids the violence, but God forbid they see some breasts.”
USA TODAY Sports Super 10 Georgia high school flag football rankings, Week 5
There was little movement in Georgia's flag football rankings this week. See which teams are in this week's Super 10 rankings.
Dear Tim Sweeney, You Could Learn A Thing Or Two From The Xbox Exec Who Posted So Bad That He Had To Delete His Account
A better world is possible
Yankees 'balance and lengthen' lineup with this 1 offseason move
The Yankees could use another slugger alongside Aaron Judge.
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Shohei Ohtani Thanks Dodgers Fans After Roller-Coaster 2026 Season
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani shared a message with fans after a roller-coaster season marked by injuries, history, and disappointment.
Blake Griffin: Clippers Haven’t Honored ‘Lob City’ Team
Griffin said the Clippers releasing Chris Paul was “disappointing.”
Antonio Miguel Cardoso to Leave Olympiacos
Olympiacos have severed ties with their football director, Antonio Miguel Cardoso, following an intense transfer window.
Former Netflix and Tubi Producer To Launch Shortee, A Vertical Streaming and Gaming App
Nelson Moses Lassiter, an Emmy-nominated producer known for his work on Netflix’s major international hits and for creating original films at Tubi, is launching his venture. Shortee, a mobile entertai...
Andrew Thomas’ latest update leaves the Giants waiting
John Harbaugh didn’t declare Andrew Thomas or Jermaine Eluemunor ready for Houston on Monday. He said both tackles, along with […]
$5 Million in Maternal Health Research Funding to Support Projects Aimed at Improving Outcomes for Native Mothers
The University of Oklahoma’s Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing has received more than $5 million for maternal health research, including work aimed at improving outcomes for American Indian and...
Guardians' Steven Kwan Named Trade Candidate For AL East Team
The trade rumors around Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan have started up again.
Judi Dench still hasn’t seen “Cats”, calls it a ‘waste’ of talent in new memoir: ‘I can’t bear it’
She confessed that she “didn’t feel right” in her role as Old Deuteronomy.
Former Ohio State standout emerging as potential NFL rookie starter
Former Ohio State cornerback Davison Igbinosun is earning high praise from the Buffalo Bills coaching staff after his recent play.
COMMENTARY: Analyzing the perplexing South Carolina Gamecocks
How can Tennessee avoid disaster in Columbia on Saturday?
Phillies Mentioned as Possible Landing Spot for Teruaki Sato
The Philadelphia Phillies could look to add a power hitter to the lineup.
Midseason bowl projections for Duke football
A myriad of bowls and opponents dots the latest bowl projections for Duke and head coach Manny Diaz.
Cook Political Report shifts two Senate races toward Democrats, one toward GOP
The Cook Political Report, a nonpartisan election handicapper, on Tuesday moved Minnesota’s Senate race from likely to lean Democrat, while also moving South Carolina’s Senate seat from…
Milwaukee Bucks sign Pete Nance on a two-way contract
The Milwaukee Bucks rounded out their 2026-27 regular season roster by signing Pete Nance to a two-way deal.
TENNESSEE LADY VOLS VOLLEYBALL: Top 10 showdown on the horizon
Food City Center will host a top-10 matchup on Wednesday when the No. 9 Tennessee volleyball team welcomes No. 4 Kentucky. First serve is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET and will be televised on SEC Network.
Atlanta Hawks reach streaming deal with Amazon Prime
The Atlanta Hawks announced Prime Video will become the new streaming home for the team for the 2026-27 season.
Alex Anthopoulos Opens Up on Future of Braves' Coaching Staff
The Braves' top baseball executive explained how he is thinking about the coaches who worked under Walt Weiss this year.
Reds Executive Has Message as Popular Tour Returns in 2027
The Savannah Bananas are coming back to Great American Ball Park for a third straight summer.
Philadelphia Phillies Trade Prediction Lands 2X All-Star Outfielder
The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be active on MLB’s trade market this offseason after a disappointing-ish end to the 2026 campaign. There has been a lot of speculation about who could be moved from the Phillies’ roster, but Dave Dombrowski will be thinking about making additions to the roster as well, and a solid […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Trade Prediction Lands 2X All-Star Outfielder appeared first on HEAVY.
Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa Faces Uncertain Future After Andy Dalton Signing
The Atlanta Falcons made a pair of quarterback roster moves on Monday. No, neither of them directly involved Tua Tagovailoa, Atlanta’s current backup QB. The fact that the moves happened at all, though, raised questions about Tua’s future with the Falcons. Falcons QB Moves The Falcons chose to sign free agent QB Andy Dalton, the […] The post Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa Faces Uncertain Future After Andy Dalton Signing appeared first on HEAVY.
Report: Edvinsson and His Agent Finally Met With Horcoff
Edvinsson, his agent and Shawn Horcoff finally sat in the same room this weekend. #RedWings
Dan Campbell Delivers Encouraging Kerby Joseph Injury Update
Dan Campbell says he expects Kerby Joseph to play for the Detroit Lions this season, but the All-Pro safety still has no return timeline.
Larry Gies Pledges Another $100 Million To His Namesake Business School
Larry Gies welcomes Illinois business majors during a signing day ceremony at Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. (Photo by Fred Zwicky / University of Illinois Ur...
Bayern Announce Fresh Injury Concerns Ahead Of Arsenal Clash
Vincent Kompany faces a selection crisis at the Allianz Arena as fitness doubts over Manuel Neuer and Jamal Musiala threaten to derail Bayern’s clash against record-chasing Arsenal.
Everton's Right-Back Conundrum Ahead of Arsenal
Everton are preparing to face Arsenal in the Premier League, and David Moyes could have a decision to make at right-back.