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S1E16: Lovin’ La Vida Local

How can broadcasters capitalize on the loyalty of their local news audiences to expand their digital offering? When news coverage is no longer just about the daily morning or evening show, how do they foster an “always-on” culture where news is delivered when it happens to audiences—regardless of where they are at that time or on what device? Discover how American broadcaster ViacomCBS is tackling this issue head-on and learn the methods the organization is deploying to deliver for its audiences.

Our Guest This Episode

Adam Wiener has spent more than 30 years at the forefront of media evolution. He leads all aspects of digital for the owned and operated CBS Television Stations. Most recently, Adam conceived and led the roll-out of CBSN Local: 24/7 news streams powered by the CBS Television Stations’ newsrooms, available for free on connected television, desktop, and mobile devices via the CBS News app, local station websites, Pluto TV, and the all-new Paramount Plus streaming service.

More Resources

For more on this topic, check out:

· MediaCentral | Publisher 

· The Future of TV News White Paper

Contact Us Questions? Comments? Cool ideas? Get in touch: makingthemedia@avid.com or @craigaw1969. Follow Avid at @avid.

Credits

Host: Craig Wilson

Producer: Matt Diggs

Social: Wim Van den Broeck

Theme Music: Greg “Stryke” Chin