{"product_id":"metv-the-unauthorized-guide-to-classic-television-9798859972005","title":"MeTV: The Unauthorized Guide to Classic Television","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): J. P. Ames\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Personal Memoirs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGroovin' with the Classics: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeigel Broadcasting, MeTV, and the Genius of Neal Sabin in Reviving Television's Golden Era\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHark back to a time of campy superheroes, whimsical family comedies, gritty detective tales, and bold space adventures. Welcome to the classic television era of the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Thanks to the visionary endeavors of Weigel Broadcasting, MeTV, and the unparalleled foresight of Chairman Neal Sabin, today's audiences can bask in this nostalgic television glow.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Golden Days: A Brief Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1960s to 1980s was an explosive period for TV. Color televisions became commonplace, replacing the monochromatic screens. The narrative evolved with series that spanned across genres: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e1960s: \u003c\/i\u003e \"Star Trek\" beckoned us to explore strange new worlds. \"The Flintstones\" made us laugh in a Stone Age setting, while \"Batman\" introduced us to campy superhero drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e1970s: \u003c\/i\u003e Shows like \"All in the Family\" and \"M\u003ci\u003eA\u003c\/i\u003eS*H\" tackled socio-political issues of the day, blending humor with deep, thought-provoking narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e1980s: \u003c\/i\u003e \"The A-Team,\" \"Knight Rider,\" and \"Cheers\" became household names, representing a diverse television landscape that catered to all tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebirth through Retro: Weigel Broadcasting's Brainchild\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile these shows were beloved, over time, many vanished into obscurity. Enter Weigel Broadcasting, a media house with an innovative idea-why not create a platform to celebrate these classics?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir brainchild, MeTV (Memorable Entertainment Television), emerged as a beacon for classic TV enthusiasts. Today, MeTV has become synonymous with retro television entertainment1.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeal Sabin: The Visionary behind the Vintage Revival\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeal Sabin deserves a standing ovation. As the Chairman of Weigel Broadcasting, his passion and intuition recognized the magic these old series held. He once remarked, \"There's a comfort level with these shows. They're like the comfort food of television.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis insight was simple yet profound: modern viewers, whether reliving their past or discovering these shows for the first time, have an appetite for content that resonates on a human level, unhindered by the complexities of today's digital age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45554621284503,"sku":"9798859972005","price":1838.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798859972005.webp?v=1768588721","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/metv-the-unauthorized-guide-to-classic-television-9798859972005","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}