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By Aadi Miglani

Last week I went over the reasons that Netflix's seemingly endless possibilities of streaming options just force you to get lost in a sea of movies and TVs that leads to mindless doomscrolling.

For this reason, antenna TV is the way to go, with quick and easy options for entertainment that's right at your fingertips. Not only does antenna TV provide a more curated selection of content, but it also offers a sense of structure and familiarity that many viewers find comforting in today's... Read more

By Curt Schwaderer

Friday night at 8pm ET on FOX the Iowa Hawkeyes will visit UCLA. This match-up seemed like a sleeper a few weeks ago, but the Iowa offense has been transformed with Brendon Sullivan at QB and UCLA has been better with a big win over Nebraska last week.

Saturday at 2:30 ET the defending champion Michigan Wolverines roll into Indiana to play the surprising and undefeated Indiana Hoosiers. Many think Indiana is vulnerable and we’ll see if... Read more

By Curt Schwaderer

The Dodgers lead the Yankees 3-0 and with 1 more win, they become World Series Champions! 

But never count out the Yankees – games 4 & 5 are in New York on October 29 & 30. At the time of this writing, it’s unclear whether games 6 & 7 will be necessary – but if they are – be sure to set your ZapperBox to record Friday and Saturday at 8pm eastern time on... Read more

By Aadi Miglani

In my past newsletters, I’ve made it a point to circulate around a few channels on antenna TV to inform you of all the shows you can watch with no additional costs, paywalls, or streaming networks. Now, while I will be sure to go into more channels on your ZapperBox that you can peruse and find countless entertaining shows on such as ABC, NBC, and PBS kids, this week I want to take a break from the channel overviews... Read more

This week’s sports issue leads off with the World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees!

By Curt Schwaderer

This 100-year iconic match-up between baseball’s bluest of bloods promises to be as exciting as when names like DiMaggio, Rivera, and Jackson graced the game! The FOX lineup has all the games starting at 8pm ET on Friday, Saturday, Monday-Wednesday, Friday Nov 1 and Saturday Nov 2.

NCAA Football headliners feature #20 Illinois playing at #1 Oregon ad... Read more

By Aadi Miglani

I’ve discussed a few channels on antenna TV that highlight some spectacularly entertaining shows, from reality TV, to game shows, to dramas, with no additional fees. Now, for those with young children, this week’s newsletter is for you. Your ZapperBox has so many channels that can bring you and your child together, and teach them valuable life lessons while connecting them with wholesome characters that will feed their imagination as they grow. PBS Kids has been around for... Read more

By Aadi Miglani

This week I’d like to talk about the incredibly wide variety of TV shows that you can watch on CBS, free of charge, on your antenna TV. 

There are a handful of dramas that will keep you engaged and coming back for more. The Young and the Restless, and The Bold and the Beautiful are two dramas that will... Read more

ABC is one of the most underrated channels on broadcast television. On your antenna TV, you can watch a plethora of unique and engaging shows on ABC that will keep you watching, even through the ads.

By Aadi Miglani

Dancing With the Stars, which streams live on ABC as well as on Disney+ and other streaming services, is one of the hottest shows to watch right now. Given the addition of two new professional dancers, Rylee Arnold and Ezra Soza,... Read more

By Curt Schwaderer

Sports are in full swing with ZapperBox this time of year with playoff baseball, mid-season NCAA and NFL football, NBA pre-season, and media days for NCAA basketball season just around the corner! ZapperBox will be working overtime to provide you with the best sports of the season!

The baseball playoffs continue with possible game 5s Friday and Saturday on FOX as the Mets & Phillies, Padres & Dodgers, Tigers & Guardians, and Royals & Yankees square off to get to the... Read more

Week 5 of college football kicks off on 7pm EST Friday night on FOX as the defending national runner-up Washington Huskies travels to the east coast to take on Rutgers.

By Curt Schwaderer

Saturday starts with a pair of 11am EST games. ABC has Kentucky at #6 Ole Miss. Minnesota will look to rebound from a home loss to Iowa as they play at Michigan. The games heat up at 2:30pm EST as Wisconsin visits USC on CBS and Oklahoma visits... Read more

By Curt Schwaderer

Major League Baseball playoffs are getting underway this week with the Division Series getting underway Saturday, October 5.

Game 1 between the NY Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies will be on FOX with 1^st pitch at 4:08 pm ET.

NCAA Football week 6 starts with Michigan State traveling to Eugene to take on the Oregon Ducks Friday at 9pm ET on FOX. Another full slate of game Saturday when UCLA plays Penn State... Read more

HUGE news for fans of Abbott Elementary, it’s coming to antenna TV – no subscription required!

By Aadi Miglani

Abbott Elementary, a mockumentary sitcom created by Quinta Brunson, premiered on ABC on December 7, 2021. Set in a struggling public school in Philadelphia, the show follows dedicated teachers, particularly the optimistic second-grade teacher Janine Teagues, as they navigate challenges in an underfunded education system. The show features a talented cast, including... Read more

By Aadi Miglani

Tired of TV pay walls? Try a free antenna TV, DVR and gateway. 

I really hope you watched the 76th annual Emmy Awards on your ZapperBox. While most nominated shows are behind paywalls, there are a couple gems from the anticipated awards show that are available free over the air with an antenna.

There’s almost nothing that’s better than sketch comedy, and sometimes a good hearty belly laugh at a skit about something absolutely preposterous is just the thing we all need to unwind. Saturday Night Live... Read more

By Curt Schwaderer

Upcoming Sporting Events to Record this week are listed below. Use the search option on your ZapperBox to find more sporting events. Use keywords like Football, Sports, etc.

Saturday Night Football on ABC at 7:30pm Eastern.

Fox College Football during primetime on Fox.

Big Ten Saturday Night/Notre Dame Football on NBC7:30pm Eastern.

CW Sports Programming will feature college football games, with specific times varying by region.

There’s a full slate of college & NFL football this weekend and you won’t... Read more

Navigating the Shifting Tides of Streaming TV: Is ZapperBox the Solution?

In the recent evolution of streaming television, we've witnessed a profound change in quality and content. Just a few years ago, groundbreaking shows were redefining the medium with their innovative storytelling and compelling characters. Fast forward to today, and the landscape looks quite different.

Enter the era of “Mid” TV.

Gone are the days of bold experimentation and boundary-pushing narratives. Instead, we find ourselves inundated with a deluge of well-produced yet ultimately forgettable shows.... Read more