Michael Eisner

Eisner To End His CNBC Show, Of His Own Accord - Posted December 30, 2008
Former Disney chieftain Michael Eisner has terminated his talk show on CNBC of his own volition, the New York Post's Peter Lauria discloses. The show only drew about 100,000 viewers (not great, by even CNBC standards). But Eisner seems to be able to call the shots, even though he was deposed as Disney... [FishBowlLA]

Conversation Closer: Eisner's CNBC Show To End Run - Posted December 29, 2008
The NYPost reports Michael Eisner is ending his "Conversations" program on CNBC with the March episode. "It has been a pleasure doing the show, and I've gotten great support from the talented people at CNBC," Eisner tells the Post. The former Disney chairman intends to spend more time on his stake in... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 10.17.08 - Posted October 17, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker: Brown, Iger, Gifford... - Posted July 31, 2008
> CNN anchor Campbell Brown will anchor, "Roads to Ruin: Why America is Falling Apart," tomorrow at 8pmET. The program looks at the nation's crumbling highways and bridges, with guests from across the country (New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger). Roland Martin fills in on CNN... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Brown, Iger, Gifford... - Posted July 31, 2008
> CNN anchor Campbell Brown will anchor, "Roads to Ruin: Why America is Falling Apart," tomorrow at 8pmET. The program looks at the nation's crumbling highways and bridges, with guests from across the country (New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger). Roland Martin fills in on CNN... [TVNewser]

Gates, Buffet Speak, and the Moguls Listen - Posted July 13, 2008
Dan Cox, on special assignment for FishbowlLA, covering the 2008 Sun Valley Media Conference. On the closing day of the Sun Valley Media Conference, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett held court with individual speeches about — what else — money. Gates spoke about collecting it for his Gates Foundation, while Buffett discussed how... [FishBowlLA]

Dauman, Grey Mum About Redstone Succession - Posted July 10, 2008
Dan Cox, on special assignment for FishbowlLA, covering the 2008 Sun Valley Media Conference. Paramount Chairman Brad Grey and Viacom CEO and President Philippe Dauman, after having an enjoyable Allen & Co.-sponsored lunch, refused to discuss the New York Times item this morning about Viacom founder Sumner Redstone settling with his daughter... [FishBowlLA]

All-For-Nots Inch mb Circus Closer to Circus Magazine - Posted April 18, 2008
Over at our upcoming Mediabistro Circus' blog, news emerged this week that Eisner-endorsed Brooklyn pop outfit the All-For-Nots would be all up in our tent come May 20-21. As mb's own Carmen Scheidel put it: ... [FishBowlNY]

Morning Reading List, 10.10.07 - Posted October 9, 2007
Good morning Washington. Overwhelmingly, Joe Biden is your Democratic candidate of choice. An ABC release announced, "For the week of October 1-5, 'World News with Charles Gibson' was the most-watched evening newscast among Total Viewers, Households, and Adults 25-54. Averaging 7.57 million Total Viewers and a 1.9/8 among Adults 25-54, the ABC broadcast... [FishBowlDC]