In this Halloween episode of MediaTalk, host Mike Reynolds and Kagan Research Analyst Peter Leitzinger dive into the hotly contested 2024 US elections. With political ad spending projected to jump 17% to $4.1 billion, local TV stations are set to reap the rewards as candidates ramp up their campaigns in swing states like Arizona, Georgia and Pennsylvania. The stakes are high, with pivotal races for the White House and control of Congress unfolding against a backdrop of pressing issues such as the economy and reproductive rights. Tune in as they break down the ad spending strategies of both parties, the key battlegrounds to watch and the potential for surprises in the final stretch. Join us for insights that are as thrilling as a Halloween night!