Advanced Tv Herstory |women In Tv |television History | Feminism

In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams examines how cable TV disrupted traditional broadcasting, creating new opportunities for women’s stories. Joined by Dr. Amanda Lotz and Emily L. Newman, the conversation dives into the economics of cable, the rise of niche programming, and the industry’s shift to serve specific audiences. Discover how cable provided platforms for female-led narratives, from Mary Tyler Moore to Cagney & Lacey and Grey’s Anatomy. Learn how women in the industry seized these opportunities to reshape media and why it’s crucial to support women’s art and stories in today’s evolving media landscape. Podcast Episode Plot Summary Cable TV revolutionized the media industry by introducing niche programming, breaking the dominance of the "big three" networks, and reshaping how audiences consumed content. In this episode, Cynthia Bemis Abrams is joined by Dr. Amanda Lotz and Emily L. Newman to explore the financial, cultural, and creative implications of this shift