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Superstations: How Local Television Quietly Went National

Mickey Yarber

Superstations reshaped early cable by turning local broadcasters into national channels, expanding viewer choice and introducing regional sports and culture to millions long before dedicated cable networks dominated the television landscape.

80s Halloween Music Videos

The 80’s Halloween Video Countdown

The 80s delivered spooky music videos that were more camp than terror, but always unforgettable. From plague masks to werewolves, here are the decade’s creepiest, corniest, most entertaining gems.

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