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It's the latest episode of TV+, which is now fortnightly(ish). As always, Chuck Joiner and I discuss the big issues around Apple TV+. This week, we look at Apple TV+ becoming a channel on Amazon's Prime Video platform. I'm pretty amazed this got approved in Cupertino.

We also look into the immersive movies designed for the Apple Vision Pro that are being released. The one involving being trapped in a submarine is not for me...

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Amazon to Let Prime Members Subscribe to Apple TV+ Via Prime Video - PCMag

Apple debuts the first scripted film captured in Apple Immersive Video and reveals new immersive films for Apple Vision Pro

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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the big issues around Apple TV+. These include the potential addition of an ad tier and price rises, as well as Apple's moving-making budget and Oprah buying back a documentary.

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Ads on Apple TV+: Would Apple pull an Amazon and raise prices? – Techhive

Apple TV will make three classic Peanuts specials free to stream – Engadget

Oprah Winfrey bought back rights to Apple documentary about her to stop its release - Page Six

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Charlotte Tobitt, UK Editor at Press Gazette, joins the show to discuss the potential sale of The Observer to Tortoise Media. We also look into the end of the daily Evening Standard print edition.

Guardian Media Group in talks to sell The Observer to Tortoise Media – Sky News

Guardian considers sale of Observer to Tortoise after reporting £36.5m deficit for 2023/24 – Press Gazette

James Harding says plan to buy Observer is boost to ‘liberal journalism’ – Press Gazette

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It's been a busy summer in media and two major stories have broken as the season comes to an end. Ben Mullin of The New York Times is back on the show to discuss ​Brian Stelter's unexpected return​ to CNN and the ongoing sale of Paramount.

Brian Stelter Returns to CNN as Chief Media Analyst

Surprise! Brian Stelter is Back at CNN

Who Is Edgar Bronfman Jr., Paramount’s 11th-Hour Suitor?

Larry Ellison Will Control Paramount After Merger

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In the second part of my conversation with Sarah Lane, we look ahead to the latest iPhone launch, scheduled for September 9. Sarah gives us the lowdown on all the rumours around Apple's latest smartphone.

Listen to part one here.

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Sarah Lane has been something of an inspiration to me since I discovered her on TWIT all those years ago. I am thrilled to have her on the show. In part one of our conversation, we discuss her career in TV, tech podcasts and the creator economy.

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Ted Lasso is arguably the biggest hit Apple TV+ has had. It was meant to be a three-season arc, but a fourth season could now be on the cards. Co-hosts Chuck Joiner debate whether the comedy should return and discuss other shows they are enjoying on Apple TV+. They also look at some of the shows coming to the platform in the near future.

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Ted Lasso Season 4: Apple TV+ Hit Show Looks Set for a Return

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In the latest episode of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the prospect of Apple TV+ buying movies to bulk up its catalogue. They also disagree on whether the service should just focus on TV shows and not bother much with films.

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Apple Is in Talks to License More Films from Hollywood - Bloomberg News

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A monthly visit to DTNS for 'Additional Conversations'. This time we discuss Olympics coverage and rebundling more broadly. Verizon has announced a Peacock/Netflix deal in time for Paris 2024.

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Peacock-Netflix Streaming Bundle Launched by Verizon Ahead of Paris Olympics – The Hollywood Reporter

Disney’s new streaming plan sounds a lot like regular TV – QZ

Streaming’s bundling obsession ignores the real problem with subscription costs – ArsTechnica

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Full episode.

Ex-BBC newsroom journalist Rob Rea joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss Euro 2024 coverage. Who were the winners and losers, and who should never be allowed in a commentary box again? Given Rob's experience, they unpick the BBC's General Election coverage and how it manages so many big events in one year. This includes a look ahead at how the broadcaster will cover the Olympics in Paris in just a few days time.

Christina Unkel is Euro 2024’s Breakout Star

General Election vs Euro 2024

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