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Two XM shock jocks get censured just as the company’s merger goes to the FCC for approval. Coincidence?
May 21, 2007
California
Many, perhaps most, Americans associate the term nanny with “Mary Poppins.”
Jan. 14, 1987
Television
Adult-oriented ‘Mad About You,’ ‘The Nanny’ and ‘Melrose Place’ leave imprint on prime time’s opening hour, once thought of as a family program time slot.
May 11, 1999
Television * Live-action and animated fare from 16 nations to be screened.
Nov. 10, 2000
Wednesday’s Results: CBS’ strategy of appealing to an older audience is resulting in bigger ratings for the network during premiere week, as “The Nanny” grounded “Wings” and even took some zip off of “Beverly Hills, 90210.”
Sept. 20, 1996
Carol Burnett brought out a handwritten letter from her father to her mother and pointed to a phrase, capitalized and underlined, that said pridefully, and with brave futility, “I’m off the hooch.”
Oct. 13, 1986
Entertainment & Arts
As the network basks in its baseball ratings, Gail Berman is banking on unscripted shows.
Nov. 1, 2004
Food
Dibs on the TV set Wednesday night. The Nanny--Fran Drescher--and Mr.
May 11, 1998
Politics
TV interviewer: “How do you regard your opponent?” Candidate: “With contempt.
Nov. 5, 1994
Whether it’s mere chance or a deliberate programming move, TV’s toniest butlers are currently engaged in a battle of fine china over Monday’s 8 p.m. time slot.
Nov. 13, 1994