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Making television easy again. By Phillip Swann Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/phillip-swann/support

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    DIRECTV Loses 64 Channels In Carriage Dispute - But It Takes Two to Tegna

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 4:09


    The TV Answer Man explains why the DIRECTV blackout won't be a short one. TVAnswerMan.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Top 5 Live Streaming Services For Sports Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 3:58


    Directv Stream. YouTube TV. Hulu. Who's number one and why? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The 2024 Super Bowl In 4K?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 2:25


    Optimum TV said this week it would be in 4K. But was that a mistake? The TV Answer Man explains. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Bankruptcy Judge Goes Dikembe Mutombo On Phoenix Suns-Gray Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 2:16


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/10/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-bankruptcy-judge-goes-dikembe-mutombo-on-phoenix-suns-gray-deal/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Sling TV Suffers Technical Meltdown On Wednesday Night

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 2:44


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/11/sling-tv-suffers-technical-meltdown-on-wednesday-night/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    What Happened to NASCAR In 4K? Will the Goodyear 400 Be In 4K?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 2:05


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/11/what-happened-to-nascar-in-4k-will-the-goodyear-400-be-in-4k/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Netflix to Debut ‘Intimate' Arnold Schwarzenegger Doc In June

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 3:44


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/11/netflix-to-debut-intimate-arnold-schwarzenegger-doc-in-june/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Netflix's Summer Movie Lineup Includes Gal Gadot, Jennifer Lopez and Chris Hemsworth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 12:52


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/11/netflixs-summer-movie-lineup-includes-gal-gadot-jennifer-lopez-and-chris-hemsworth/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Sub-Hungry Sling TV Sweetens Its 50 Percent Off Promotion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 2:23


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/11/sub-hungry-sling-tv-sweetens-its-50-percent-off-promotion/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Dish Loses 552,000 Subscribers In 2023 First Quarter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:07


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/dish-loses-552000-subscribers-in-2023-first-quarter/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Will DIRECTV Add the NFL RedZone Before YouTube TV's Sunday Ticket Discount Expires?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 3:19


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/will-directv-add-the-nfl-redzone-before-youtube-tvs-sunday-ticket-discount-expires/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Will the Atlanta Braves Do Their Own Games If Diamond Sports Fails?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:45


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-will-the-atlanta-braves-do-their-own-games-if-diamond-sports-fails/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Will HBO Max Soon Become a Live Sports Hub?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:52


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/will-hbo-max-soon-become-a-live-sports-hub/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    May 8-14: Comcast Offers a Premium Channel For Free

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 1:50


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/may-8-14-comcast-offers-a-premium-channel-for-free/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

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    Netflix: Why Are Stars Refusing Steamy Sex Scenes?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:17


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/netflix-why-are-stars-refusing-steamy-sex-scenes/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    How to Use YouTube TV's ‘Stats For Nerds' – A 4K TV Owner's Best Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:32


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/how-to-use-youtube-tvs-stats-for-nerds-a-4k-tv-owners-best-friend/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Why Didn't TiVo Take Over the World?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 3:55


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/why-didnt-tivo-take-over-the-world/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Kate Mara's Class Of '09 Debuts On Hulu On Wednesday – Is It Any Good? (Reviews)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:08


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/kate-maras-class-of-09-debuts-on-hulu-on-wednesday-is-it-any-good-reviews/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    What Is Netflix's New ‘Downloads For You' Feature?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 2:16


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/08/what-is-netflixs-new-downloads-for-you-feature/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    How Can You Tell If You're Watching a TV Show In 4K?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 3:56


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/how-can-you-tell-if-youre-watching-a-tv-show-in-4k/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    YouTube TV Offers a 3-Week Free Trial — But You Better Act Fast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 1:36


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/youtube-tv-offers-a-3-week-free-trial-but-you-better-act-fast/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

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    Why Don't the Networks Do More Sports In 4K? 3 Reasons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 3:34


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/why-dont-the-networks-do-more-sports-in-4k-3-reasons/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Diamond Sports Sues the Phoenix Suns – Now What?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 3:00


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-diamond-sports-sues-the-phoenix-suns-now-what/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    If You Pause Your YouTube TV Sub, Can You Still Watch NFL Sunday Ticket?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 2:23


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/if-you-pause-your-youtube-tv-sub-can-you-still-watch-nfl-sunday-ticket/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Sling TV's Freestream Now Tops 335 Free Channels

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 4:04


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/sling-tvs-freestream-now-tops-335-free-channels/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Las Vegas Golden Knights Sign ‘Free TV' Deal With Scripps Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 2:26


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/04/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-las-vegas-golden-knights-sign-free-tv-deal-with-scripps-sports/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    YouTube TV: How to Get the 4K Plan Free For 6 Months – Maybe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 2:55


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/05/youtube-tv-how-to-get-the-4k-plan-free-for-6-months-maybe/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Does DIRECTV's Streaming Plan With Gemini Require a 2-Year Agreement?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 2:20


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/05/does-directvs-streaming-plan-with-gemini-require-a-2-year-agreement/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Get Paramount+ For Free For 30 Days With This Code!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 1:53


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/05/get-paramount-for-free-for-30-days-with-this-code/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Did Fubo Bet On the Wrong Horse? (The Bally Sports RSNs?)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 2:39


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/05/did-fubo-bet-on-the-wrong-horse-the-bally-sports-rsns/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    HBO Max Adds 40 New Movies Today — Here's the 3 Best

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 4:55


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/01/hbo-max-adds-40-new-movies-today-heres-the-3-best/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    May 1-7: What's Free On Comcast/Xfinity This Week?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 1:59


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/01/may-1-7-whats-free-on-comcast-xfinity-this-week/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

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    Netflix Debuts Bridgerton Spin-Off On Thursday – Is It Any Good? (Reviews)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:20


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/netflix-debuts-bridgerton-spin-off-on-thursday-is-it-any-good-reviews/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Air, Ben Affleck's Michael Jordan Movie, Comes to Prime Video Next Week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 3:39


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/air-ben-afflecks-michael-jordan-movie-comes-to-prime-video-next-week/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Diamond Sports Isn't Going Away – Even If MLB Wants It To

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:55


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-diamond-sports-isnt-going-away-even-if-mlb-wants-it-to/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    MLB TV Cuts Prices For All Plans Including Single Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:04


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/mlb-tv-cuts-prices-for-all-plans-including-single-team/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Is Your TV's Picture Too Dark? Here's 5 Ways to Fix That

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 3:45


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/is-your-tvs-picture-too-dark-heres-5-ways-to-fix-that/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    What Is America's Best Sports Streaming Service?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:57


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/what-is-americas-best-sports-streaming-service/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Peacock Debuts Pete Davidson's Bupkis On Thursday — Is It Any Good? (Reviews)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:01


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/peacock-debuts-pete-davidsons-bupkis-on-friday-is-it-any-good-reviews/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Do the Colors On Your TV Look Dull? Here's 5 Ways to Fix That

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 4:05


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/do-the-colors-on-your-tv-look-dull-heres-5-ways-to-fix-that/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The 2023 Kentucky Derby: Can You Stream It? Will It Be In 4K?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:02


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/the-2023-kentucky-derby-can-you-stream-it-will-it-be-in-4k/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Every Penny Counts: YouTube TV Quietly Reduces 3-Month Discount By $6

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 2:26


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/03/every-penny-counts-youtube-tv-quietly-reduces-3-month-discount-by-6/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Apple TV+ Debuts Silo On Friday – Is the Sci-Fi Series Any Good? (Reviews)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 2:13


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/apple-tv-debuts-silo-on-friday-is-the-sci-fi-series-any-good-reviews/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Netflix & Sunday Ticket Subs: Is Sharing Your Password Morally Wrong?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 3:07


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/netflix-sunday-ticket-subs-is-sharing-your-password-morally-wrong/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    The Regional Sports Network Crisis: Diamond Sports Pays Cincinnati Reds; Keeps TV Rights: Report

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 2:14


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/the-regional-sports-network-crisis-diamond-sports-pays-cincinnati-reds-keeps-tv-rights-report/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Sunday Ticket: Amazon, Apple, ESPN & Roku Also Made Bids: Report

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 2:01


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/04/26/sunday-ticket-amazon-apple-espn-roku-also-made-bids-report/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    What's the Best Room to Put a New TV? The Answer May Surprise You

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 2:54


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/04/26/whats-the-best-room-to-put-a-new-tv-the-answer-may-surprise-you/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    New Hulu Original Drama Gets a Zero Rating at Rotten Tomatoes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 2:02


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/04/26/new-hulu-original-drama-gets-a-zero-rating-at-rotten-tomatoes/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    Will the 2023 Westminster Dog Show Be Available In 4K?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 2:38


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/04/26/will-the-2023-westminster-dog-show-be-available-in-4k/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

    What Is a TV's Refresh Rate – And Why Does It Matter?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 3:35


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/04/27/what-is-a-tvs-refresh-rate-and-why-does-it-matter/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

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    NFL Sunday Ticket: There Could Be a Problem With Password Sharing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 2:58


    This episode is also available as a blog post: https://tvanswerman.com/2023/05/02/nfl-sunday-ticket-there-could-be-a-problem-with-password-sharing/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillip-swann/support

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