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Tipoffs: Disney Weekly Newsletter for Sunday February 08, 2026 ( 38 items )  

"Disaster: The Chernobyl Meltdown" Coming Soon from CNN Original Series, National Geographic International and Windfall Films
ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 6 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * "Disaster: The Chernobyl Meltdown" Coming Soon from CNN Original Series, National Geographic International and Windfall Films * CNN ORIGINAL SERIES TO RELEASE DOMESTICALLY ON SUNDAY, MARCH 1 AT 9PM ET/PTĀ  NEW YORK, NY - (February 6, 2026) - Marking the 40 th anniversary of the unprecedented tragedy, Disaster: The Chernobyl Meltdown tells the powerful story of the world's worst nuclear disaster in four gri  more

'American Idol' Blasts Off With Biggest Season Debut in Four Years
BURBANK, California, Feb. 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'American Idol' Blasts Off With Biggest Season Debut in Four Years * Series photos are available here. * "American Idol" returned for a new season jumping to 8.27 million Total Viewers and a 1.04 rating among Adults 18-49 after three days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms. * In multiplatform viewing, the show rose +20% among T  more

'AMERICAN IDOL' EXPANDS ITS LIVE VIEWING EXPERIENCE TO DISNEY+
BURBANK, California, Feb. 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'AMERICAN IDOL' EXPANDS ITS LIVE VIEWING EXPERIENCE TO DISNEY+ * * Beginning March 30, "American Idol" will stream live on Disney+, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, expanding the reach of the franchise and connecting with new audiences. * The "'American Idol' Official Podcast" also debuts on Disney+ and Hulu, coinciding with the start of the "Ame  more

'Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers:' FSU Golden Torch Lecture Series welcomes Leslie Odom, Jr. during 38th annual MLK Week celebration
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 3 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * 'Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers:' FSU Golden Torch Lecture Series welcomes Leslie Odom, Jr. during 38th annual MLK Week celebration * Florida State University's Student Government Association, in collaboration with Union Productions and the Office of Student Agencies and Institutes, welcomed songwriter, actor and author Leslie Odom, Jr. for the annual Golden Torch Lecture Series Tuesday, Jan. 20, a  more

9-1-1: Nashville: All Hands (2/12) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/15/26)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Nashville: All Hands (2/12) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/15/26) * THURSDAY, FEB. 12 10:00-11:00 p.m. EST - 9-1-1: Nashville: "All Hands" (108) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/15/26) Logline: Time is running out as ransom demands and medical emergencies escalate in Nashville, then a power outage triggered by the hackers wreaks havoc at the hospital. Stream episodes   more

9-1-1: Nashville: Let It R.I.P. (2/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/29/26)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 6 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Nashville: Let It R.I.P. (2/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/29/26) * THURSDAY, FEB. 19 10:00-11:00 p.m. EST - 9-1-1: Nashville: "Let It R.I.P." (110) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/29/26) Logline: Roxie notices Don is having panic attacks, and he finally comes clean about his past resurfacing. Meanwhile, Cammie begins to face reality when she starts attending a gri  more

9-1-1: Nashville: Pipe Dreams (2/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/22/26)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 6 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Nashville: Pipe Dreams (2/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/22/26) * THURSDAY, FEB. 19 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST - 9-1-1: Nashville: "Pipe Dreams" (109) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/22/26) Logline: Dixie's worsening polyps push her to take matters into her own hands. Don and Blythe's marriage is put to the test, while Ryan and Samantha reconnect. Stream episodes next d  more

9-1-1: Nashville: You've Been Boarded (2/12) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/8/26)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Nashville: You've Been Boarded (2/12) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/8/26) * THURSDAY, FEB. 12 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST - 9-1-1: Nashville: "You've Been Boarded" (107) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/8/26) Logline: Nashville is under siege, with each missed ransom escalating the stakes. As the city descends into chaos, Don grows desperate after losing contact with Blythe an  more

ABC's Juggernaut Tuesday Scores More Wins
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * ABC's Juggernaut Tuesday Scores More Wins * Series photos are available here. * Notching another strong Tuesday night showing, "High Potential" (9 p.m. ET/PT) jumped to 12.98 million Total Viewers and a 2.17 rating among Adults 18-49 after seven days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms, scoring a series high among Total Viewers.   more

America's Public Television Stations Elect Board Officers and Trustees
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Media] -- America's Public Television Stations issued the following news release: * * * America's Public Television Stations Elect Board Officers and Trustees * WASHINGTON - February 4, 2026 - America's Public Television Stations (APTS) today announced the election of its board leaders and board members. * Dolores Fernandez Alonso, President and CEO of South Florida PBS, Miami, Florida, has been re-elected Chair. * Adrienne Fairwell, President and  more

American Idol: 904 (Auditions) (2/16)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 6 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * American Idol: 904 (Auditions) (2/16) * MONDAY, FEB. 16 8:00-10:00 p.m. EST - American Idol: "904 (Auditions)" (904) Logline: In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. Media Contacts You must be logged  more

American Idol: 904 (Auditions) (2/22) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/16/26)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 6 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * American Idol: 904 (Auditions) (2/22) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/16/26) * SUNDAY, FEB. 22 9:02-11:00 p.m. EST - American Idol: "904 (Auditions)" (904) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/16/26) Logline: In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week. Stream episodes  more

CNN Films, Imagine Documentaries, and Storyville Films Announce Betsy West & Julie Cohen's "Amelia"
ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN Films, Imagine Documentaries, and Storyville Films Announce Betsy West & Julie Cohen's "Amelia" * February 4th, 2026 NEW FEATURE-LENGTH DOCUMENTARY ON LEGENDARY AVIATRIX AMELIA EARHART IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ICON INTERNATIONAL AND SANDBOX FILMS LOS ANGELES - (February 4, 2026) - CNN Films and Imagine Documentaries, the production team behind the Emmy(r) Award winning JULIA, have reunited with Storyvill  more

CONSTANCE ZIMMER, NICHOLAS BRAUN, SARAH PIDGEON, HILARIE BURTON, YERIN HA, ROBERT HERJAVEC AND KYM JOHNSON-HERJAVEC HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF FEB. 9-13 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK'
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * CONSTANCE ZIMMER, NICHOLAS BRAUN, SARAH PIDGEON, HILARIE BURTON, YERIN HA, ROBERT HERJAVEC AND KYM JOHNSON-HERJAVEC HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF FEB. 9-13 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK' * Nationally syndicated morning talk show "Live with Kelly and Mark" announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of Feb. 9-13. Monday, Feb. 9 - CONST  more

CVPA Announces Recipients of the 2026 Young Alumni Commissioning Project Awards
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Feb. 2 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * CVPA Announces Recipients of the 2026 Young Alumni Commissioning Project Awards * George Mason University's College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) announces the recipients of the seventh round of its Young Alumni Commissioning Project Awards. Two alumni were chosen based on the artistic excellence, career impact, and feasibility of their proposals and will receive financial, marketing, and productio  more

ESPN Andscape signs senior NFL writer Jason Reid to a multi-year extension
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 2 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN Andscape signs senior NFL writer Jason Reid to a multi-year extension * * New deal extends tenure of the nationally recognized NFL journalist at Andscape and ESPN Andscape, the Black content studio from Disney and ESPN, has reached a multi-year contract extension with senior writer Jason Reid to continue as the platform's lead journalist covering the National Fo  more

ESPN golf: WM Phoenix Open on PGA TOUR LIVE, TGL Match 7 featuring Atlanta vs. Jupiter Links
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 2 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN golf: WM Phoenix Open on PGA TOUR LIVE, TGL Match 7 featuring Atlanta vs. Jupiter Links * ESPN golf highlights * Monday: TGL action tees off the week with Match 7 as Atlanta Drive GC's Chris Gotterup, Lucas Glover and Billy Horschel take on Tiger Woods' Jupiter Links Golf Club, with Akshay Bhatia, Max Homa and Kevin Kisner (ESPN & ESPN App). * Thursday-Sunday  more

ESPN presents more than 575 women's college lacrosse games during the 2026 NCAA season, Feb. 13 - May 3
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN presents more than 575 women's college lacrosse games during the 2026 NCAA season, Feb. 13 - May 3 * * Regular-season schedule features seven games between preseason top 10 ranked teams * Big 12, MAAC conference championships on ESPNU; ACC title game on ACC Network ESPN will present more than 575 women's college lacrosse games during the 2026 season across E  more

ESPN presents over 260 women's college basketball matchups across networks, Feb. 4-10
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN presents over 260 women's college basketball matchups across networks, Feb. 4-10 * * ESPN networks to feature 17 ranked teams * Thursday Primetime Presented by Indeed features an ESPN doubleheader, showcasing four ranked programs: No. 17 Duke-No. 6 Louisville (7 p.m.), No. 5 LSU-No. 4 Texas (9 p.m.) * Sunday Slate: No. 19 Tennessee Lady Vols and No. 3 South   more

ESPN's College GameDay Covered by State Farm heads to Baton Rouge for storied rivalry matchup on Feb. 14
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 1 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's College GameDay Covered by State Farm heads to Baton Rouge for storied rivalry matchup on Feb. 14 * * GameDay's second show of the season will be live from No. 6 LSU (8 p.m. ET on ABC) * Christine Williamson set to host the pregame show, alongside women's basketball analysts Andraya Carter and Chiney Ogwumike ESPN's College GameDay Covered by State Farm (r)  more

ESPN's studio show lineup scores record highs, double-digit growth & more big viewership wins in Jan.
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's studio show lineup scores record highs, double-digit growth & more big viewership wins in Jan. * ESPN's signature studio show lineup built on its record-setting 2025, with the lineup in its entirety seeing a 13% year-over-year viewership increase in Jan., featuring record months, multi-year highs and significant growth for programs across its daily schedule. On  more

From Cigar City to a hub for creativity: USF's 70-year role in Ybor City
TAMPA, Florida, Feb. 3 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * From Cigar City to a hub for creativity: USF's 70-year role in Ybor City By Paul Guzzo, University Communications and Marketing In the 1960s through early '70s, there was a saying about Ybor City's main thoroughfare: "You could take a nap in the middle of Seventh Avenue and not worry about traffic," said Paul Wilborn, a 1975 USF graduate. "It was empty." The situation was so dire that in 1970, Tampa   more

Giovanna Grigio Stars in 'Os 12 Signos De Valentina', a New Series From Netflix Now Being Filmed in Sao Paulo
LOS GATOS, California, Feb. 5 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * Giovanna Grigio Stars in 'Os 12 Signos de Valentina', a New Series From Netflix Now Being Filmed in Sao Paulo Sao Paulo - Fans, rejoice: filming of The 12 Signs of Valentina, a Netflix series based on the book by Ray Tavares, is in full swing! The lead role will be played by Giovanna Grigio (Rebelde, 2022). The actress stars as Valentina, a young woman who, after being betrayed by her boyfriend, bla  more

IAB Board of Directors Appoints New Chair for 2026: NBCUniversal's Alison Levin, President of Advertising and...
NEW YORK, Feb. 1 [Category: Media] -- The Interactive Advertising Bureau issued the following news: * * * IAB Board of Directors Appoints New Chair for 2026: NBCUniversal's Alison Levin, President of Advertising and... * IAB Celebrates 30 Years of Advancing Digital Advertising with a Look Back at Industry Milestones and a Vision for the Future New York, NY (February 1, 2026) - The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), the leading trade association for the digital advertising industry, toda  more

Manufacturing and Services PMIs Point to Growth in January
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 [Category: Business] -- The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council issued the following news release: * * * Manufacturing and Services PMIs Point to Growth in January * by Raymond J. Keating - The resiliency of American entrepreneurs, businesses and workers came shining through, once again, in the latest purchasing managers indexes from the Institute for Supply Management. First, the manufacturing PMI moved into positive territory for January, which has been rare.  more

Mattel's American Girl and Disney Consumer Products Renew Multi-Year Licensing Agreement for Disney Princess and Disney Frozen Franchises
EL SEGUNDO, California, Feb. 4 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following news on Feb. 3, 2026: * * * Mattel's American Girl(R) and Disney Consumer Products Renew Multi-Year Licensing Agreement for Disney Princess and Disney Frozen Franchises The Brand is Expanding the Collection with American Girl Disney Princess Jasmine 18-inch Doll, Launching Today * Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic bra  more

NetChoice Urges Congress to Recognize Pro-Consumer, Pro-Innovation Benefits of Netflix-Warner Bros. Merger
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release: * * * NetChoice Urges Congress to Recognize Pro-Consumer, Pro-Innovation Benefits of Netflix-Warner Bros. Merger * This afternoon, the Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing to examine the proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. In a rapidly evolving media landscape, this partnershi  more

Netflix Unveils the Official Trailer for 'Firebreak'
LOS GATOS, California, Feb. 4 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news on Feb. 3, 2026: * * * Netflix Unveils the Official Trailer for 'Firebreak' Netflix unveils the trailer and new images from Firebreak, the new film by David Victori (Sky Rojo, Cross the Line), a high-tension psychological thriller with characters trapped in an unsolvable moral dilemma, which will premiere on February 20. Starring Belen Cuesta (The Endless Trench, Money Heist), Enric Auquer (A House on Fir  more

PGA TOUR LIVE on the ESPN App showcases WM Phoenix Open & signature 16th hole
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * PGA TOUR LIVE on the ESPN App showcases WM Phoenix Open & signature 16th hole * * Four-day coverage of WM Phoenix Open begins Thursday, Feb. 5, at 9:15 a.m. ET on the ESPN App * Every shot & can't-miss moment from the Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale's iconic par-3 16th hole available exclusively on the ESPN App * PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast presented by DraftKings mak  more

PGA TOUR, DraftKings, ESPN launch PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast, the first all-day, watch-and-bet experience for golf fans
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 2 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * PGA TOUR, DraftKings, ESPN launch PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast, the first all-day, watch-and-bet experience for golf fans * A new era has arrived for golf bettors, as the PGA TOUR and ESPN are doubling sports betting coverage for the 2026 PGA TOUR Season with a first-of-its-kind watch-and-bet experience from sunup to sundown. PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast presented by DraftKings wil  more

Scrubs: My 2nd First Day (2/25)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Scrubs: My 2nd First Day (2/25) * WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25 8:32-9:02 p.m. EST - Scrubs: "My 2nd First Day" (102) Logline: J.D. navigates a new normal, while Elliot and Turk clash over the budget. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. Media Contacts You must be logged in to view this content. Please log in or create an account. *** Original text here: https  more

Scrubs: SEASON PREMIERE - My Return - (2/25)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Scrubs: SEASON PREMIERE - My Return - (2/25) * WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25 8:00-8:32 p.m. EST - Scrubs: "My Return" (101) (Series Premiere) Logline: John "J.D." Dorian unexpectedly finds himself back at Sacred Heart, reuniting him with new and old faces. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. Media Contacts You must be logged in to view this content. Please log i  more

Tracee Ellis Ross to Headline Colgate University's Arts, Creativity, & Innovation Weekend 2026
HAMILTON, New York, Feb. 3 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Tracee Ellis Ross to Headline Colgate University's Arts, Creativity, & Innovation Weekend 2026 * Tracee Ellis Ross, the award-winning actress, producer, founder, and CEO, will join the Colgate community for a keynote Q&A during Colgate University's annual Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Weekend on Friday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. in Colgate Memorial Chapel. The lecture, sponsored in part through the Kerschner   more

Two exclusive NHL games this week on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 2 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Two exclusive NHL games this week on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu * * Tuesday on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu: Buffalo Sabres vs. Tampa Bay Lightning at 7:30 p.m. ET * Thursday Battle of Florida Between Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning at 7:30 p.m. * The Point returns Thursday at 6 p.m. on ESPN2 and ESPN+ * All NHL on ESPN games stream on the ESPN App via DTC or  more

UPDATE: DON LEMON, TED DANSON, KATE HUDSON, MILO VENTIMIGLIA AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' FEB. 2-6
BURBANK, California, Feb. 2 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * UPDATE: DON LEMON, TED DANSON, KATE HUDSON, MILO VENTIMIGLIA AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' FEB. 2-6 * ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EST and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along  more

UPDATE: DON LEMON, TED DANSON, KATE HUDSON, MILO VENTIMIGLIA AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' FEB. 2-6
BURBANK, California, Feb. 4 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * UPDATE: DON LEMON, TED DANSON, KATE HUDSON, MILO VENTIMIGLIA AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' FEB. 2-6 * ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EST and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along  more

WATCH: Sen. Schiff Presses Netflix and Warner Bros. on Impact of Proposed Sale on U.S. Production and Workforce Layoffs, Consumer Costs and Choice
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Sen. Schiff Presses Netflix and Warner Bros. on Impact of Proposed Sale on U.S. Production and Workforce Layoffs, Consumer Costs and Choice * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a member of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy, and Consumer Rights, questioned Netflix's Co-CEO Ted Sarandos and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.'s Chief R  more

Will Trent: You're Not That Person Anymore (2/10)
BURBANK, California, Feb. 5 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Will Trent: You're Not That Person Anymore (2/10) * TUESDAY, FEB. 10 8:00-9:00 p.m. EST - Will Trent: "You're Not That Person Anymore" (406) Logline: In the aftermath of Faith's deepening entanglement with Malcolm, her undercover work and emotions collide. Meanwhile, Amanda faces an unexpected challenge as Seth and Angie's next chapter begins to take shap  more