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How American Idol changed television

Jan 14, 2014
As American Idol opens its new season, it's easy to forget how influential the show was when it began more than a decade ago.

NBC bets on stacked Monday night programming

Mar 12, 2012
NBC has lagged in the ratings. Once a Thursday superstar, the network is placing its bets on Monday night with “The Voice” and “Smash.”