In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?
"Keep close the words of Walt Disney: 'We love to entertain kings and queens, but the vital thing to remember is this—every guest receives the VIP treatment.' Good luck."
"Was there anything to learn from this dispute that ESPN and other sports networks can change their approach next time? Because there will be a next time"
"I never liked negotiating in the press, but that might be what they’re doing…Disney has to figure out a way to get them something that doesn’t trip MFNs that is not essentially unfair"
In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?