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By Eric
The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.
We're back!
YouTubeTV's price hike brings Eric out of exile. Tune in to hear what he's been up to and where he thinks we're going with recent price hikes for streaming services.
Find Eric on Letterboxd @mrerickeith
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Eric previews a few services he's interested in seeing this year.
He also tackles the question "Can you survive without live tv?"
This episode has several series and movie recommendations.
Find Eric on Letterboxd @mrerickeith
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Eric gives the lowdown on the new Disney Plus. What is must watch, what is the service lacking, and, most importantly, is it worth it?!?
Head over to the Facebook page to see Eric's live video walkthrough of the service.
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How does Playstation Vue stack up as a live tv streaming option?
Check out my experience after utilizing a free trial of Vue's service. I talk about the channel lineup, DVR experience, the user-interface and much more in this review.
With Halloween quickly approaching, I give you my recommendations for excellent horror movies on Netflix, Prime, Hulu, and Shudder.
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It's a new season of Eric Cuts the Cord.
Listen to my rant about Sling TV and its lack of free trial.
I had a positive experience with DirecTV customer service.
I map out where we're going in Season 2 of the podcast.
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Eric Cuts the Cord is my journey to get rid of cable and take control of my media....and maybe save a few bucks while I'm at it.
This episode has a bit of a different format.
The first part is dedicated to my reaction to the HBOMax announcement and departure of Friends from Netflix. (HBOMax Press Release)
The second part is my review of the niche streaming service, DC Universe.
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Eric Cuts the Cord is my journey to get rid of cable and take control of my media....and maybe save a few bucks while I'm at it (or something like that).
In this episode, I review the pros and cons of the YouTube TV live streaming service. I talk about the unlimited DVR, UI, price point, and channel content.
News items
-‘The Office’ to Leave Netflix in 2021 for Upcoming NBCU Streaming Service
-AT&T’s Plans to Merge DIRECTV NOW Into WarnerMedia’s New Streaming Service
-Most Cord Cutters Are Not Trying to Replace Cable TV
-More Cord Cutters Are Looking Forward to Disney+ Than Any Other New Streaming Service
-Adam Sandler's 'Murder Mystery' breaks Netflix viewing records
-Netflix Saves Our Kids From Up To 400 Hours of Commercials a Year
-Amazon is Adding a New Live TV Section to The Fire TV With Content From DIRECTV NOW, PlayStation Vue, & More
-Streaming Overload? Nielsen Report Finds Average Viewer Takes 7 Minutes To Pick What To Watch; Just One-Third Bother To Check Menu
-Roku is the #1 streaming TV platform in U.S. (via Strategy Analytics)
Pick of the Week:
Titans on DC Universe
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Eric Cuts the Cord is my journey to get rid of cable and take control of my media....and maybe save a few bucks while I'm at it (or something like that).
- Summer Break
- Summer Movie Recommendations using JustWatch.Com
- Movies Spreadsheet
News Items:
- WarnerMedia may not do 3-tier service
- VRV and CrunchyRoll join WarnerMedia
- NBC's Streaming service not good for cord cutters
- The new Twilight Zone can be watched in black and white
- EpixNow available on AndroidTV
- ACC Network coming to Vue and Hulu Live
- HaystackTV a good option for local news
- What's streaming in June?
Pick of the Week:
Dead to Me on Netflix
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Eric Cuts the Cord is my journey to get rid of cable and take control of my media....and maybe save a few bucks while I'm at it.
- Whistling is great
- Philo Review
News Items:
- Swamp Thing Trailer Dropped
- DC Universe adds more comics to there service
- Try Kanopy through your library for movies
- What's on Netflix in May?
Pick of the Week:
New Girl on Netflix
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Eric Cuts the Cord is my journey to get rid of cable and take control of my media....and maybe save a few bucks while I'm at it.
- Puppy woes
- Disney+ Announcement Reaction
- Articles mentioned in review/reaction:
https://www.thewaltdisneycompany.com/disney-spotlights-comprehensive-direct-to-consumer-strategy-at-2019-investor-day/
https://ohmy.disney.com/movies/2019/04/12/disney-plus-library/
https://deadline.com/2019/04/disney-plus-programs-movies-full-list-marvel-star-wars-pixar-simpsons-streaming-service-1202594496/
https://variety.com/2019/biz/news/disney-plus-unveiling-investor-presentation-1203187721/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2019/04/13/how-dream-cheap-streaming-television-became-pricey-complicated-mess/?noredirect=on&utm_source=reddit.com&utm_term=.576c811da66b
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/bastard-machine/critics-notebook-disney-price-point-ups-streaming-wars-ante-1201579
News items:
- DVD and Blu Ray sales halved in last 5 years
- Hulu acquires AT&T's stock
- Hulu is making money off of you
- Amazon rumored to offer free music streaming service
- Amazon and Google bury the hatchet
- Viacom adding more programming to PlutoTV
- A free month of Philo from Groupon
Pick of the Week:
The Last Drive-In With Joe Bob Briggs on Shudder (Promo Code SHUDDERBA9 gets you 60 days for free!)
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The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.