Bases Quote by Mary Hart
“People magazine had been around for a short period of time, but nobody had thought about putting entertainment news on a nightly basis on television.”
About This Quote
Source Magazine: People, 1974; Television: Entertainment news concept, 1990s
The idea of a nightly TV entertainment news show was novel because print magazines were short‑lived and no one had tried it before.
In simple terms: TV entertainment news was a new daily format.
Consider pioneering untapped media formats.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- launching a new TV program
- expanding a magazine brand
- digital media transition
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What media gaps can you fill today?
- How does format affect audience expectations?
Traditional weekly magazines may not translate well to daily TV pacing.