Re: tv sale speculation

[Kevin Vahey <kvahey@megsinet.net>]

I have heard some rumors floating out of 30 Rock that NBC is looking at PAX
to carry MSNBC, which has been having problems signing deals with some major
cable outfits.

MediaOne comes to mind in this area




- ----- Original Message -----
From: Chris Beckwith <beckwith@ime.net>
To: <bri@bostonradio.org>
Sent: Saturday, August 28, 1999 6:00 PM
Subject: tv sale speculation


> Hi all:
>
> The CNNfn program "Biz Buzz" reports that NBC is taking a look at
> Paxson's TV properties, while CBS is kicking tires at Viacom.  The latter
> would be a homecoming of sorts, as Viacom was spun off from CBS after the
> networks were shut out of the syndication business.  Industry speculation
> has it that NBC would look to put its Value Vision home shopping venture
on
> the Paxson channels.
>
> Take care,
>
> Chris

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