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GIGA Pro Gym's Team - Does anyone know how to do what they say they want to do?

Presented here are the bios from their website (as of the end of June 2023). I am going to flag what I want you to look for... who here has the technical background to run a multimedia platform. Or are they a marketing person who might have worked in media. I'm going to emphasis these are direct quotes. I'm changing nothing.

I also want to point out that Fox's "early career includes Summer Olympic TV broadcast coverage" is that she was a group VP for Time Warner Cable in the early 2000s. And "start up launches for pro-cycling and senior tennis" still doesn't name what these enterprises are, we've been unable to identify what they might be among non-defunct entities.

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Aimee Boorman: Cofounder and Chief Events Officer

Decorated and globally respected head coach, including 12 years coaching the sport’s all-time greatest, Simone Biles. Collaborative leader with deep technical expertise. Head coach of USA’s Rio Olympic and World Championship gold medal teams. Dutch National team coach at 2020 Tokyo Olympics as well as 2021 World and European Championships; 3X USAG Coach of the Year and 2016 USOPC Coach of the Year. USAG Master of Sport; FIG & USAG judge.

Maura Fox: Cofounder and Chief Executive Officer

Entrepreneur and executive leader with 20+ years in sports, media, technology and entertainment. Long career delivering innovation for cable TV, data tech, and OTT platforms, and successfully launching new products, services, and start ups. Early career includes Summer Olympic TV broadcast coverage, start up launches for pro-cycling and senior tennis, and regional sports net launch of national network brand. Later, led cable TV’s 1st ever IPTV trial and industry leading launches of VOD, SVOD, DVR, and remote DVR services; more recently, led tech transition of linear TV sports channel to all-digital network, product strategy for start up of first-of-its-kind TV data-analytics using census-based data lake-house, and product strategy for $2B IT end user firm.

LaPrise Williams: Cofounder and Chief Sports Engagement Officer

Engagement specialist, business owner, St Vincent and the Grenadines Gymnastics Association (SVGGA) technical director, and women’s sports trailblazer on international stage; Head Coach Baylor University Acrobatics and Tumbling 2011-2014, Co-owner/head coach HUGS gymnastics, Owner/director Dolphin Gymnastics; Coach of USA world gymnastics team member, Ashley Miles; Coach of USA national team members, USA Master of Sport; Texas State Board Member (former), FIG/PAGU committee member 2019, FIG Brevet judge; SVGGA Olympic Committee Board of Trustee member; Coaching consultant Dutch National and Developmental Teams 2020.

Laurie DeFrancesco: Advisor Board Member

GIGA rules chair, 25+ year head coach and gym owner, NCAA and NAWGJ judging official, and co-founder, CT Gymnastics Hall of Fame

Chellsie Memmel: Advisor Board Member

USAG high-performance and technical leader; former World Champion, 2008 Olympian, and internationally rated BREVET judging official

KJ Kindler: Advisor Board Member

OU Women’s Gymnastics Head Coach, 6x NCAA Team Championship titles – including 2023, 3x NCAA Coach of the Year, and Chair of WCGA Rules Committee

Jessica O’Beirne: Advisor Board Member

Creator/ producer of GymCastic podcast; writer, social influencer, and multimedia journalist, on air talent and expert analyst for sport of gymnastics

Lauren LoFrisco

Promotional marketing and sales expert with brand leadership in media and entertainment industries, and prominent management and consulting roles at HBO, TWC, Road Runner, and Comcast

Nicole Perrelle

Trusted advisor for digital execution, innovation strategy, and process optimization, with management and leadership roles including Gartner, Deloitte, and Amazon

Trish Scanlon

Branded entertainment and creative services executive with deep expertise in cable, TV, and lifestyle brands, including networks such as HGTV, Travel, In Demand, and Food Network

Jen Smith

Entrepreneur and strategic advisor, specializing in start up ventures and investor relations; deep experience delivering customer experience optimization, growth, and stakeholder value

Ben Wiles

Legal Counsel, Corporate Matters; deep legal experience and expertise in venture capital, private equity, and emerging growth matters

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Wrestling in 2023

A discussion group that I belong to conducts an annual poll of that year's high and low points of pro wrestling. That poll then gives out awards to recognize those highs and lows. These are the Carny Awards of 2023.

Best Male AEW Wrestler

**WINNER: Swerve Strickland: 48.1%** Bryan Danielson: 37% Orange Cassidy: 11% Jon Moxley: 3.7% "Hangman" Adam Page: 0% Maxwell Jacob Friedman: 0%

It was Swerve's year off of the Texas Deathmatch he had with Hangman at Full Gear, his showing in the Continental Classic, the incredible video of his and AR Fox's attack on Nick Wayne in his garage gym, and burying Keith Lee for refusing to do his job. I personally think Swerve's character is a bit all over the place, swerving from cartoonish villainy to getting cheers from the crowd. Danielson, supposedly in his last full active year in wrestling, made it one to remember with matches against Rush, MJF, Ricky Starks, Kazuchika Okada, Zack Sabre Jr., Eddie Kingston, and many more. Orange Cassidy held up AEW as best as he could with his International title reign, while Moxley remained the steady headliner.

Best Male WWE Superstar

**WINNER: Gunther: 74.1%** Sami Zayn: 11.1% Seth Freakin Rollins: 7.4% Brock Lesnar: 3.7% Roman Reigns: 3.7% Cody Rhodes: 0%

Gunther runs away with the category this year. He consistently delivers in the ring, and hopefully bigger things are in store for the Intercontinental Champion. Sami Zayn continued to ride the momentum from last year, but he’s receded into the background. Seth Freakin Rollins tries his best with the fake world title belt that is held hostage by Roman Reigns. Brock Lesnar did his thing with Cody earlier in the year. LOL Cody Rhodes.

Best Other Male Wrestler

**WINNER: Will Ospreay: 55.6%** Mistico: 14.8% Rocky Romero: 11.1% Alex Shelley: 7.4% Sanada: 7.4% Krule: 3.7%

Billy Sex Pig takes the category in his last year before he moves over to the AEW category for 2024. Given that he probably has the best match of 2023 in whatever company he worked in (NOAH, Impact, RevPro, 1PW, OTT, NJPW, and AEW), it’s well deserved. Mistico’s and Rocky Romero’s strong showings here reflect CMLL’s very good year. Alex Shelley was a surprisingly good main eventer for Impact, while Sanada tried his best with his buddies in NJPW. I’m glad that the Krule nominator got to vote for Krule.

Best Female AEW Wrestler

**WINNER: Hikaru Shida: 32.1%** “Timeless” Toni Storm: 25% Julia Hart: 21.4% Kris Statlander: 17.9% Emi Sakura: 3.6%

Hikaru Shida told the voters that anyone else winning the category wouldn’t work for her, brother. Going from the best wrestler in the Outcasts to working with Juice Robinson in NJPW Strong shows to embracing the Timeless Toni gimmick meant that Toni Storm’s 2023 was a land of contrasts. Love it or hate it, you’ll have to accept that Julia Hart is one of the bright spots of AEW’s women’s division along with Kris Statlander, who was the TBS Champion for most of the year. Emi Sakura was denied Queen and London, but she got some votes from this crowd.

Best Female WWE Superstar

**WINNER: Rhea Ripley: 51.9%** Iyo Sky: 18.5% Tiffany Stratton: 14.8% Becky Lynch: 7.4% Asuka: 3.7% Bianca Belair: 3.7%

People love Mami, as demonstrated by Rhea Ripley’s decisive win in this category. Iyo Sky won the Money in the Bank briefcase, the women’s title, and jumped off of a cage in a trash can this year, but she couldn’t win this category. Tiffany Stratton is the brightest prospect in NXT. Lynch, Asuka, and Belair all did various things in 2023.

Best Other Female Wrestler

**TIE: Athena and Giulia: 33.3%** Chihiro Hashimoto: 14.8% Tam Nakano: 11.1% Stephanie Vaquer: 7.4% Mercedes Mone: 0%

Putting Athena in this category was meant to reflect the fact that she was stuck unseen on ROH for most of the year except for her PPV matches against Willow Nightingale and Billie Starkz. Nonetheless, she was able to tie Giulia, the brightest star of Stardom. Chihiro Hashimoto continues to toil in relative obscurity in the joshi world, while 2023 was not Tam Time even though she beat Giulia at All-Star Queendom this year. Stephanie Vaquer is picking up titles and attention in CMLL. Mercedes Mone used up her health Flexible Spending Account this year due to injuries.

Best Tag Team

**TIE: The Astronauts (Fuminori Abe and Takuya Nomura), FTR (Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood), Judgment Day (Finn Balor and Damien Priest), and The Gunns (Austin and Colten Gunn): 21.4%** M3K (Susumu Mochizuki and Yasushi Kanda): 10.7% ABC (Chris Bey and Ace Austin): 3.6%

One of the nominations lamented that it hasn’t been a great year for tag team wrestling, and a four-way tie for best tag team is a great indicator for that. The Astronauts are the best tag team in Japan outside of Dragongate, while Judgment Day is probably the best tag team in WWE.. The Gunns and FTR vie for that claim in AEW. M3K held the Twin Gates scene steady for most of 2023 in Dragongate, while ABC proved that the Bullet Club still had some life in them in Impact.

The "Hot Take" Most Overrated Wrestler of the Year

**WINNER: CM Punk: 37.9%** Maxwell Jacob Friedman: 27.6% Skye Blue: 20.7% Jey Uso: 6.9% Roman Reigns: 6.9% Carmelo Hayes: 0%

One Bill Phil’s controversial 2023 ends with the “Hot Take” Carny Award. MJF got the ball and all the rope he could hang himself with in 2023, and that ended disastrously for him (lost the title and now out injured). Skye Blue, for some reason, worked more matches in AEW than any other wrestler except for Orange Cassidy, whose gimmick this year was that all of his title defenses were wearing him down. Jey Uso couldn’t go to Canada for Elimination Chamber because of his DUIs, but he was able to wrestle one of Roman Reigns’s few singles matches in 2023. Carmelo Hayes is fine.

The "Drizzling Shits" Award for Worst On-Screen Performer

**TIE: Wardlow and Saraya: 22.2%** Adam Cole: 18.5% “Timeless” Toni Storm: 14.8% Skye Blue: 11.1% Maxwell Jacob Friedman: 11.1%

Wardlow seems like a shell of himself, and Saraya is one of the worst active wrestlers in a major company in 2023. Adam Cole is annoying during promos and boring in matches. Storm is wrestling to the Timeless Toni gimmick, which means that both her in-ring work and promos are now bad. Skye Blue’s persistent presence is a testament that thirst always wins, while MJF’s ideas and philosophy about what makes good professional wrestling were bad even though he had a great year in the ring.

Most Improved Wrestler

**TIE: The Gunns (Austin and Colten Gunn) and Julia Hart: 27.6%** Dominik Mysterio: 20.7% Shota Umino: 13.8% Yota Tsuji: 10.3% Chris Hero: 0%

The Gunns are now a respectable tag team, while Julia Hart is one of the bright spots in the AEW women’s roster. Dominik Mysterio benefits from WWE’s production team’s ability to make canned heat sound real. Two of the Reiwa Three Musketeers, Shota Umino and Yota Tsuji, impressed voters. Chris Hero came out of retirement to wrestle in 2023, so that’s an improvement over not wrestling in 2022.

The "Jim Ross" Award for Please Retire

**WINNER: Jim Ross: 27.6%** Tommy Dreamer: 20.7% Ric Flair: 20.7% Bully Ray: 13.8% Kevin Kelly: 13.8% Matt Hardy: 3.4%

Jim Ross wins his eponymous category this year, but Ric Flair and Tommy Dreamer aren’t far behind at all. Bully Ray somehow main evented in Impact this year, while Kevin Kelly was the Q-pilled voice of AEW Collision before he was demoted and pushed aside by Tony Schiavone. Matt Hardy is somehow still wrestling in 2023; judging by how Ric Flair, Tommy Dreamer, and Bully Ray are still on the list, one can assume that Hardy will still be here in years to come.

The "Tony Khan Forgets I Exist" Award for Most Underutilized Performer

**WINNER: Konosuke Takeshita: 34.5%** Willow Nightingale: 31% Pac: 17.2% Akira Tozawa: 6.9% Rush: 6.9% AR Fox: 3.4%

The fact that this category is dominated by AEW wrestlers is an indictment on who gets air time on Dynamite, Collision, and Rampage. Remember when Takeshita beat Kenny Omega in a singles match on a PPV? Remember when Nightingale had a great match with Athena? Remember Pac? Tozawa makes the best of his morsels in WWE, while Rush might have learned that the best way is to make no waves at work. AR Fox reportedly got on the company’s bad side over his passport issue prior to All Out, and he’s still in the dog house.

The "King Kong Bundy WrestleMania 2 to 3" Award for Biggest Fall from Grace

**WINNER: CM Punk: 34.5%** Wardlow: 24.1% Maxwell Jacob Friedman: 17.2% ROH: 17.2% Tom Lawlor: 6.9% Drew McIntyre: 0%

CM Punk returned from injury on a show that he was allowed to run, tried to start a feud with MJF, tried to get the Young Bucks to agree to an on-air feud with him, fought Jack Perry backstage at All Out, got fired from AEW, and slunk back to WWE because he had nowhere else to go to make the kind of salary that he wanted. Wardlow cooled off even before his injury, and the reaction to his return from injury has been anemic; using the same job matches that he had at the start of his last run doesn’t help. MJF’s flavor of ice cream turned out to taste like garbage waiting for collection on a summer day. ROH went from hot matches between FTR and the Briscoes to a cold, empty house at Final Battle 2023. Tom Lawlor has had the worst luck with matches in AEW and ROH. Drew McIntyre is fine.

Best Gimmick

**WINNER: Christian Cage: 71.4%** Swerve Strickland: 14.3% “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio: 7.1% Julia Hart, spooky witch: 3.6% CM Punk being insufferable: 3.6% Just 5 Guys: 0%

The Patriarchy is alive and well according to the Carny Award voters. Christian Cage was a consistent highlight for AEW in 2023, above Swerve Strickland, who came on strong with much help from Prince Nana and his dance. Dirty Dom is around, trying to pretend to be sleazy. Julia Hart is the de facto leader of the House of Black. I don’t think CM Punk being insufferable is a gimmick; that might just be how he is. LOL Just 5 Guys.

The "Bray Wyatt Is Sister Abigail" Award for Worst Gimmick

**WINNER: The Devil: 38.5%** “Timeless” Toni Storm: 23.1% The Brochachos: 19.2% Danhausen in general, specifically on X formerly known as Twitter: 7.7% The Acclaimed: 3.8% Skye Blue is now Spooky Skye Black: 3.8% “Neck Strong” Roderick Strong: 3.8%

MJF’s vision for professional wrestling dominated this category, with a combined 65.3% between The Devil, the Brochachos, “Neck Strong” Roderick Strong, and the Acclaimed, who were adjacent to MJF’s vision and still awful on their own. 60-years old Billy Gunn is the hardest pushed aspect of the Acclaimed, and the team’s gimmick needs to evolve. Evolving can go wrong, however, as seen in “Timeless” Toni Storm and spooky Skye Blue. Danhausen is an annoying presence in general, but he’s especially bad on X.

Geek of the Year

**WINNER: Kaito Kiyomiya: 51.7%** Lexis King: 24.1% Adam Cole: 13.8% Danhausen: 6.9% Akira Tozawa: 3.4% JD McDonaugh: 0%

Poor Kaito Kiyomiya. Sacrificed to Keiji Mutoh’s vanity and unloved in NOAH, he might be better off jumping to Dragongate or AJPW permanently. Lexis King declared that he would be different than his father by ripping off another of his father’s gimmicks, and his aesthetic choices are definitely choices one could make. Danhausen is a geek, and Tozawa is treated as a geek because he’s Asian and in WWE. Even the nominator for JD McDonaugh found him unworthy of a vote in this category, which might make him the biggest geek of all.

The "Jim Johnston" Award for Best Music

**WINNER: Swerve Strickland, “Big Pressure,” by Swerve Strickland featuring Flash Garments: 42.9%** The Gunns, “Many Men,” by 50 Cent: 14.3% Julia Hart, “Harder Hart”: 14.3% Shinsuke Nakamura, “The Rising Sun,” by CFO$: 10.7% TMDK, “Young Punks,” by Mass Lines: 10.7% Jamie Hayter, “Indignation”: 7.1%

I’d assume that voters did the Prince Nana dance while they voted for Swerve’s theme music. “Many Men” should be the Gunns’ permanent entrance theme. Julia Hart’s theme fits her well, while Nakamura’s theme remains bombastic. TMDK’s theme also fits them, and we all wish it will be Hayter Time soon.

Promotion of the Year

**TIE: WWE and CMLL: 25.9%** AEW: 18.5% AJPW: 11.1% World Wonder Ring Stardom: 11.1% NJPW: 7.4%

CMLL rightfully wins the promotion of the year category; what else can you say about a company that fills Arena Mexico every Friday and is doing well in Puebla and Guadalajara. WWE managed to tie this year based on a slightly improved product after officially installing Paul Levesque into the booker’s seat. AEW had some of the best shows of the year, but other issues knocked it to third. AJPW had a rebound year in 2023. Stardom was plagued by injuries, but it’s still going strong. NJPW has seen better days.

Best Event

**WINNER: AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door 2023: 37%** AEW All In 2023: 22.2% CMLL 90th Anniversary Show: 18.5% WWE SummerSlam: 11.1% AEW Wrestle Dream 2023: 7.4% AEW Revolution 2023: 3.7%

Even though AEW and NJPW felt like they had down years, their collaboration bore fruit in Forbidden Door 2023, highlighted by the Bryan Danielson vs. Kazuchika Okada, Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay, and CM Punk vs. Satoshi Kojima matches. All In 2023 at Wembley placed second despite its whimpering ending that involved Adam Cole and MJF. The CMLL 90th Anniversary Show peaked higher with the Volador Jr. vs. Angel de Oro hair vs. hair match and the Templario vs. Dragon Rojo Jr. mask vs. mask match, but I personally would have picked the Night of Champions show from September 29. Reigns vs. Uso headlined SummerSlam. Wrestle Dream gave us Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Danielson, and Revolution gave us MJF vs. Danielson and Moxley vs. Hangman in a Texas Deathmatch.

The "WWE Promotes Murderous Dictatorships" Award for Angle That Made You Ashamed To Be A Wrestling Fan

**WINNER: Somehow, Vince McMahon returned.: 42.9%** Ric Flair joins AEW: 21.4% Adam Cole and MJF’s Brochachos storyline, including the Roderick Strong parts: 14.3% NJPW Strong books Fred Rosser to kiss Toni Storm without her consent during his match against Juice Robinson: 10.7% CM Punk gets himself fired from AEW and signs with WWE: 7.1% Juice Robinson threatens to use a roll of quarters against MJF: 3.6%

Though Vince McMahon had retired in disgrace from WWE, he held controlling shares of the stock, so it wasn’t shocking when he pressed this leverage to install some cronies to the board and return to power. Tony Khan insists that AEW is getting paid to use Ric Flair, but just because you’re getting paid doesn’t mean that you have to do the thing. Remember when MJF and Adam Cole went to Outback Steakhouse and carried an inflatable crocodile around to prepare for their match against Aussie Open? NJPW Strong thought that having a gay Black man kiss a white woman against her will to distract her husband during the men’s match was a good idea. CM Punk did it again in 2023. MJF also thought it was a good idea to tap into rise in antisemitism in the US with his angle.

Gif of the Year

**WINNER: Hikaru Shida: “That doesn’t work for me, brother.”: 51.7%** Christian Cage: “Go fuck yourself.” 27.6% Prince Nana’s dance: 13.8% The lads on the Briscoes’ chicken farm: 3.4% Jon Moxley on commentary: 3.4% CM Punk on why he’s back in WWE: 0%

Once again, Shida Hogan told the booker that she’s not doing the job. Christian Cage’s anti-dead dad gimmick became something more when he became the father that everyone deserves. Prince Nana’s dance is delightful. The sight of Jay Lethal, Satnam Singh, Sonjay Dutt, Jeff Jarrett, Mark Briscoe, and a baby working on the Briscoes’ farm was wholesome. Moxley earned many fines on commentary. Nobody cares about why Punk is back in WWE.

"What a Maneuver!" Award for Coolest Move/Dive

**WINNER: El Hijo del Vikingo’s 630 senton: 25%** Mascara Dorada’s cutter over the barricade: 17.9% Neon’s triple jump moonsault: 14.3% Brody King’s Cradle Shock: 14.3% Logan Paul and Ricochet collide in mid-air: 14.3% Mirai Maiumi’s lariat: 10.7% The Creeds’ Cannonball Dive: 3.6%

The best flips are in the world of lucha libre, but it’s cool to see a nice lariat like Mirai Maiumi’s. Brody King’s Cradle Shock looks great, and it’s still fun to see big guys like the Creeds fly.

The "I'm Marking Out, Bro" Legit Shook Moment of the Year

**WINNER: Bryan Danielson comes out to “The Final Countdown” at Forbidden Door 2023: 31%** CM Punk is back in WWE: 27.6% Cody Rhodes loses at WrestleMania, gets hit with a thrown rubber chicken intended for Roman Reigns: 20.7% Shun Skywalker betrays Diamante and causes Diamante to lose his mask: 17.2% Sanada beats Okada for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship: 3.4% Jay White’s debut in AEW: 0%

After all this time and all the talk about how expensive it was to license the song, Tony Khan brought out the checkbook for Danielson’s entrance in his match against Okada at Forbidden Door. Punk returned to WWE after burning his AEW bridge. Cody Rhodes couldn’t #FinishTheStory, and insult was added to injury when the rubber chicken landed. The most compelling villain in professional wrestling, Shun Skywalker, stunned fans when he turned on his squadmate Diamante during the Mask Vs. Mask Steel Cage Five Way Survival match at Dragongate Kobe Pro-Wrestling Festival 2023. Sanada was able to finish the story by beating Okada for the top prize in NJPW. People continue to Breed with the Switchblade to this day.

#pro wrestling #wrestling #puroresu #puro #lucha libre #njpw #tna wrestling #will ospreay #tna #impact wrestling #aew #all elite wrestling #dragongate #wwe #nxt #cmll

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myfrenzi · 7 months

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The Impact of Awards Season on OTT: Oscar-Worthy Films and Series

The Influence of Awards Season on OTT: A Spotlight on Oscar-Worthy Series — Best Series on OTT

In the ever-evolving world of entertainment, awards season holds a special place, a time when the spotlight turns toward cinematic brilliance and storytelling mastery. It’s a season that sets the stage for the finest works of art to dazzle us on the screen. Today, as we delve into the realm of Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms, we explore the profound impact of awards season on these streaming platforms and unveil the exceptional series that have earned their place as the Best Series on OTT.

Act I: The Grand Stage of Awards Season

Awards season is a magnificent showcase of creativity, innovation, and talent in the world of filmmaking. It’s a time when the artistic endeavors of directors, writers, actors, and production teams take center stage, captivating audiences worldwide.

Symphony of Excellence: Awards season is an orchestration of human ingenuity and storytelling prowess. It brings together a symphony of diverse voices, each contributing a unique note to the ever-evolving melody of cinema.

Act II: The Oscars — The Pinnacle of Recognition

At the heart of awards season, we find the resplendent gem known as the Oscars. This prestigious event, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, serves as the highest honor in the world of film. In recent years, the Oscars have embraced OTT platforms, recognizing their contributions to the cinematic landscape.

The Streaming Revolution: OTT platforms have emerged as formidable contenders during the Oscars, proving that groundbreaking storytelling knows no boundaries. Streaming originals now share the limelight with traditional studio productions, marking a revolutionary shift in the industry.

Act III: Unveiling the Best Series on OTT

As the OTT landscape evolves, we witness a treasure trove of series that have earned their place in the pantheon of Best Series on OTT. These outstanding productions have left an indelible mark on our hearts and minds.

1. “The Crown” (Netflix): This regal masterpiece takes us on a riveting journey through the tumultuous history of the British monarchy. With impeccable performances and exquisite production values, it reigns supreme as a crown jewel on Netflix.

2. “Stranger Things” (Netflix): A nostalgic nod to the ’80s, this supernatural thriller weaves a captivating tale of friendship, adventure, and eerie mysteries that lurk in the shadows of a small town.

3. “The Handmaid’s Tale” (Hulu): Adapted from Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel, this series paints a chilling portrait of a totalitarian society where women’s rights are stripped away, resonating with viewers worldwide.

4. “The Mandalorian” (Disney+): This space odyssey set in the Star Wars universe has captured the hearts of fans with its epic storytelling, compelling characters, and groundbreaking visual effects.

Act IV: The Lasting Legacy of Awards Season on OTT

The influence of awards season on OTT platforms extends far beyond the glitz and glamour of the red carpet. It inspires creators to push the boundaries of storytelling, fosters diversity and inclusion, and elevates the quality of content available to audiences.

Diversity and Inclusion: Awards season has played a pivotal role in championing diversity and inclusion in storytelling. OTT platforms have become champions of underrepresented voices, offering a platform for stories that may have otherwise remained unheard.

A Global Stage: Awards season has transformed into a global celebration of cinema, introducing audiences to stories from around the world. OTT platforms have emerged as ambassadors of international cinema, fostering cultural exchange and appreciation.

Curtain Call: A Standing Ovation for OTT

As we conclude our journey through the profound impact of awards season on OTT, we stand in awe of the transformative power of storytelling. OTT platforms, like the finest artists, continue to paint their canvases with strokes of brilliance, offering us an ever-expanding repertoire of the “Best Series on OTT.”

The legacy of awards season on OTT is a testament to the enduring magic of cinema — a timeless art form that continues to illuminate our lives and inspire our hearts. As we revel in the cinematic treasures brought to us by these platforms, let us embrace the symphony of excellence that defines the world of OTT. Every series is an invitation to dream, reflect, and celebrate the human experience.

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India vs. Australia Semi-Final for Women's T20 World Cup 2023: Where to Watch, Who is in the Team, Know the Details

The Indian women’s cricket team will face the defending champions, Australia in Cape Town, South Africa today in the semi-final match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023. India though being one of the top teams in the last 5 years lost in a knock-out game against Australia or England and did not win a major trophy recently. The Indian team faced a loss in the previous World Cup final in India from Australia. And last year in Birmingham, India also lost the Commonwealth Games gold medal match.

Until now, Renuka Thakur, a pacer has proven to be the best bet for bowling in the event and has pocketed 7 wickets, including 5 against England giving away only 15 runs. Other bowlers such as Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Pooja Vastrakar, and Radha Yadav need to buck up to match the competition against Australia. Deepti Sharma has been a consistent spinner but had gone for several runs in just 1 over against the team Ireland. The semi-final match between the Indian and Australian women’s cricket teams for T20 World Cup 2023 will be held on Thursday, 6:30 PM IST.

It will show on Star Sports Network in India. You can also see the live stream on Hotstar OTT. India has not defeated Australia yet in their previous 11 matches. Also, the women’s cricket team of Australia has triumphed in all four of the group matches. India lost a match to England and finished second with three wins and one loss. On the other hand, England will play the second semi-final against South Africa on Friday.

The Indian squad for the slated semi-final match on 23 February 2023 are: Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Yastika Bhatia, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Thakur, Devika Vaidya, Anjali Sarvani, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Radha Yadav, Shikha Pandey, and Pooja Vastrakar. The Australian squad has Meg Lanning (captain), Heather Graham, Ellyse Perry, Alana King, Ashleigh Gardner, Megan Schutt, Alyssa Healy, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Darcie Brown, Georgia Wareham, Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Jess Jonassen, Annabel Sutherland.

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Sonakshi Sinha, Huma Qureshi unveils 'Double XL' new teaser, release date

Sep 22, 2022 13:00 IST Mumbai (Maharashtra) , September 22 (AF): Sonakshi Sinha, Huma Qureshi announced the release date of their upcoming film 'Double XL' on Thursday. Taking to Instagram, actors dropped the new teaser of 'Double XL' and announced that the movie will be released on October 14 this year in theatre. Sonakshi wrote in the caption, "From fries to fun..all good things in life come in #DoubleXL sizes! A story of friendship and dreams filled with masti is coming to CINEMAS near you on 14th Oct 2022. #DoubleXL #baatmeinWAZANhai". In the video, we can see Sonakshi and Huma questioning the overweight stereotype in a humorous manner. Fans bombarded the comment section with heart emojis and showed their love. The film talks about body positivity and women championing each other. Huma and Sonakshi both actors have themselves faced fat-shaming during their journey in the film industry. Now they both will be seen as the leading character in Double XL. The film also featured Zaheer Iqbal, Mahat Raghavendra, and others. The upcoming social comedy is written by Mudassar Aziz and directed by Satramm Ramani. It is produced by T-Series, Wakaoo Films, and Elemen3 Entertainment. Meanwhile, The 'Akira' actor will be soon marking her OTT debut with Amazon prime video's upcoming series 'Fallen' in which she plays the role of a cop for the first time in her career. The series will stream later this year. (AF) Read the full article

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I was talking with @shegaydudestopitloll about The W*lds and I have a few thoughts on some criticisms I’ve seen about the whole “experiment” aspect of it now that I’ve finished it, let’s see if I can articulate them properly:

I don’t dispute that putting unsuspecting teenagers in actual danger in order to prove a hypothesis is beyond fucked up and inexcusable. However, I’ve seen comments about how the way Gretchen talks about female superiority and the patriarchy is so OTT and moustache-twirling-villainous when, like... that’s actually the only sane, relatable part of the whole thing? I mean, men have started all the wars in history, men have committed all the genocides in history, men are responsible for unspeakable horrors in our society. Let’s not act like acknowledging that and positing the hypothesis that women might be better at running things if given the chance is just the ramblings of a madwoman. I saw someone derisively refer to it as “Girls Rule Boys Drool Island” and like... way to miss the fucking point. Gretchen isn’t some petty elementary schooler. She is a woman who knows firsthand the effects that toxic masculinity and male socialization can have on people. Her methods are definitely extreme and completely the wrong way to go about things, but the reasoning behind it should be something we can all relate to. But no, all I see is people being so OFFENDED at the mere suggestion that women might be superior to men that the only way to explain away such a preposterous claim is if the person who says it is actually The Bad Guy. IDK, I’m not super pumped about a high-visibility show like this entertaining briefly the notion that, yes, men are actually the worst and most of society’s problems would be solved if they were not allowed to call the shots anymore, only to then turn around and make a parody out of it and paint the only person that champions that idea as an unhinged megalomaniac/the actual villain of the story.

#because the current status quo is working out SO WELL amirite?#another comment said that gretchen being The Worst was disproving her own hypothesis #because 'she's just as horrible as she claims men are' and how maybe that's the point of the show #to show how there's actually no gender divide to being a horrible human being and like... no #the day women go on shooting sprees after being romantically rejected #the day men fear walking home alone at night #the day little boys start being sexualized by adult women when they're not even 10 years old #THEN we can talk about how men and women can be equally horrible #but I mean that's a way too far out take so I shouldn't have expected them to follow through on it #in that case they should have just saved it instead of dangling the possibility of a truly revolutionary premise in front of us #when it's clear it's gonna amount to nothing in the end #idk am I even making sense?#thoughts no one cares about

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I’m still coming to terms with the announcement of the European Super League. There is a lot of apocalyptic language going around. Pundits keep talking about the war that has just broken out. This fight is far from over, but no matter how it ends, I will never forget the bitterness.

Global football has been a commodity for years and the latest move by most of the richest clubs in the world to break from the current (albeit broken) system is an embrace of everything that has been making the game less competitive and less fun. In this new league the rich clubs will be free from the risk inherent in bad decision making.

Oh, Tottenham, how Spursy of you to fire Pochettino for Mourinho? No worries. The Super League welcomes you back.

Poor Liverpool, lost your goalscoring mojo? Did West Ham take your Champions League spot? No worries Liverpool, you’ll always be in the Super League with all the other Super Clubs.

The Super League model is the U.S. model, showing that U.S. financial power and media practices still hold sway even in the “Global North” and even in a sport our men are terrible at and our women are still fighting to build.

The money for this new league comes from private companies, hedge funds, and sovereign wealth. The deal is underwritten by JP Morgan, the bank at which Manchester United’s U.S. owner Malcolm Glazer used to work.

Broadcast right are rumored to be with German OTT platform DAZN. The relationship between global OTT companies and nation states would take a full paper to disentangle. (I recommend Ramon Lobato’s book Netflix Nations though as primer).

This new league is a progression of the capitalist forces that have been at play for a long time. But they demonstrate the ways European football, and the sports industrial complex more generally, is extracting and abstracting teams from locations and communities. They are not local clubs, but are brands. We are one step closer to a world where Real Madrid doesn’t play for La Liga but exists in a supranational corporate world, free to go on tour all over the world.

The fun thing about capitalism is you can know all this and still derive so much personal pleasure and enjoyment from commodities. There is still an embodied effective relationship. The material and the symbolic have collapsed on top of each other and cannot be pried apart.

Which is all to say that I love football. I love Liverpool FC. And I love being a fan. I love my routines and I love my dumb merchandise. I love checking social media feeds that are selling me shoes and watches but also will let me relive that beautiful shot from local boy turned hero Trent Alexander Arnold. I love singing “You Never Walk Alone” to myself on a tough day.

But this weekend broke me. I don’t want to cheer for a brand. I don’t want a homogenized league with no stakes and no real peril.

So what do I do now?

#YNWA

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Triller Fight Club To Make History On June 19 At Miami’s loanDepot Park With First-Ever Men’s and Women’s Undisputed Title Bouts Featured On The Same Card

Triller Fight Club today announced that they will again make history by having men’s and women’s undisputed title fights on the same card for the first time ever, with an elite boxing Pay-Per-View card co-headlined by the title fight between ‘The Takeover’ Teófimo López and ‘Ferocious’ George Kambosos Jr., which has four belts on the line—IBF, WBA, WBO, WBC and the prestigious Ring belt, and a four-belt title bout between Franchon ‘The Heavy-Hitting Diva’ Crews-Dezurn and Elin Cederroos. The PPV event will be the first-ever boxing event held at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, home of the Miami Marlins. PPV pre-sales are now underway.

“This is truly a historic moment having both the male and female undisputed title fights on the same card,” said Peter Kahn, Chief Boxing Officer, Triller Fight Club. “We are excited to have Franchon and Elin join a night of boxing that already has one of the most anticipated fights of the year, López and Kambosos, along with a strong undercard that will appeal to true boxing fans.”

”We’re excited to bring boxing’s biggest event of the year to loanDepot park,” said Adam Jones, Miami Marlins Chief Revenue Officer. “This will be another milestone event for South Florida’s jewel venue, as we host one of the most exciting and unique experiences for boxing fans.”

Tickets to attend the event will go on sale Thursday, May 20. More info at TrillerFightClub.com.

The four-hour show, which will kick off at 8:00pm EDT with the live PPV main card starting at 9pm EDT, will also feature a WBA World Title Heavyweight Eliminator bout between Michael Hunter (19-1-1, 13 KOs) and Mike Wilson (21-1, 10 KOs), as well as the WBC International Super Featherweight Silver Championship matchup between Andy Vences (23-2-1, 12 KOs) and Ireland’s Jono Carroll (19-2-1, 5 KOs). Additional fights will be announced in the coming weeks.

López, 23, (16-0, 12 KOs) is the current undisputed lightweight world champion, having held the IBF title since 2019 and the WBA, WBO, WBC and Ring magazine titles since defeating Vasiliy Lomachenko in 2020. López is considered to be one of, if not the, best active boxers, pound for pound, by ESPN and Boxing Writers Association of America, and The Ring. He is also ranked as the world's best active lightweight by BoxRec, ESPN and the TBRB. The Australian Kambosos has held the IBF Pan Pacific lightweight title since 2017. Kambosos (19-0, 10 KOs) became the IBF mandatory challenger after defeating Lee Selby by split decision in October.

The co-main bout will feature a four-belt undisputed super middleweight championship between WBC/WBO titlist Franchon Crews-Dezurn and Elin Cederroos, who holds the WBA and IBF belts. The winner will become a true women’s undisputed champion in the sport.

In a heavyweight clash, Las Vegas, NV resident Michael ‘The Bounty’ Hunter II will battle Michael ‘White Delight’ Wilson, of Medford, OR in a ten-round WBA Heavyweight World Title Eliminator.

Competing for the WBC International Super Featherweight Silver Championship, Andy ‘El Tiburon’ Vences of San Jose, CA meets Jono ‘King Kong’ Carroll of Dublin, Ireland in a scheduled 10-rounder.

FITE, the world’s premier streaming PPV platform for sports and entertainment recently acquired by TrillerNet, will handle worldwide live pay-per-view streaming distribution online for the June 19 event, and via FITE mobile and Smart TV apps, game controllers and all major OTT devices as well as power TrillerFightClub.com.

iNDemand, the leading transactional video-on-demand and PPV programming provider in North America, will serve as the exclusive U.S. and Canadian cable, satellite, and telco PPV provider for the Lopez vs. Kambosos fight. Fans will be able to order the event on PPV through their existing cable, satellite, and telco PPV providers across the U.S. and Canada.

This marks the third time that FITE, iNDemand and Triller will have partnered to bring value-packed, world-class PPV events to boxing, music, and entertainment fans. iNDemand also served as the cable, satellite, and telco PPV distributor for Triller Fight Club’s November 2020 Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. event (which landed as the 8th best PPV event of all time), as well as the April 17, 2021 Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren event. FITE handled global digital sales for both events and powered the TysononTriller and TrillerFightClub sites.

Mark Boccardi, iNDemand’s SVP Programming & Marketing, said, “Pay Per View remains the king for monetizing premier fighting events. PPV is in the DNA of fight sports, and our alliance with Triller allows us to reach the widest possible audience by incorporating music and entertainment stars into the mix, along with top-notch boxing talent."

The PPV retail price for the event is $49.99 (U.S. & Canada) plus processing fee. Fans outside North America can check the FITE link at https://www.fite.tv/watch/teofimo-lopez-vs-george-kambosos/2p97b/for international pricing.

**HOW TO WATCH THE June 19, 2021, TRILLER FIGHT CLUB PPV EVENT**

TV: Cable, satellite & telco PPV providers, including Xfinity, Spectrum, Contour, DirecTV, AT&T TV, Dish, Fios, and Optimum (U.S.), as well as Rogers, Bell, Shaw, Videotron, and Sasktel (Canada).

Worldwide Streaming: FITE.TV and all FITE mobile, Smart TV, game controller and OTT apps as well as the event microsite hub: TrillerFightClub.

In addition to being a co-owner, Snoop also provides strategic counsel to Triller Fight Club, helping to select fighters and musical acts for the show-stopping events. An entertainment expert who has successfully maneuvered through a range of projects in a variety of different fields, Snoop secured his spot as a fan favorite during Triller's first sporting event, Tyson vs. Jones.

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WWE Wrestlemania 36 - Preview & Predictions

Heeeeeyyyyy heeeeeeeyyyyyy its Wrestlemania....fighting to survive....

............. Coronavirus, social distancing, injuries, sickness, poor booking, late booking changes, trying to get people to pay $60 on PPV instead of free on the Network, etc etc etc

Brock Lesnar (c) vs Drew McIntyre: WWE Championship Match

I really really feel for Drew here, probably the most out of anyone on the show with the lack of an audience as well as the lack of crowds being able to watch in Scotland in bars at the Hooked On Wrestling events, as they would have been SUPERB for both atmosphere and something they would show constantly on tv after the win.

But no, sadly instead of holding this off till later in the year we still have to proceed and deal with it, gutted.

I feel this match could go 25 minutes long and be one of Brock’s longest matches for awhile, in them asking Brock to make Drew look THE STAR in beating him and beating him well. Plus, they cant have both this AND the Goldberg match go less than 5 minutes.....can they?

Wish they would have gone OTT with this and had it filmed at Lesnar’s ranch and be falls count anywhere, Drew turns up saying nothing will stop him from winning the title so he’s there to claim his prize on Brock’s turf. Then gone made fighting around the farm, oh well there’s other matches on this show that will seemingly be booked to shit.

Drew wins, they need to make sure he then moves into feuds with big names and wins clean each time to really invest it all into Drew and see what happens - MCINTYRE

Goldberg (c) vs Braun Strowman: WWE Universal Championship Match

What is there to be said here, Roman had to drop out because they stupidly had him around sick people with his health past, they decide to replace him with Braun who last month lost his title to Sami Zayn, not to mention they didnt even announce it till Smackdown last night without even mentioning Reigns by name after having HHH announce earlier in the week it would be done in an interesting way.............

This should go short with ideally Braun going over, have Bill take the lead hitting all his offense, big spear then as he goes to lift him for the Jackhammer he cant lift him and Strowman bursts out of it hits his finish and pins him clean while in monster mode.

Braun starts the big push from nowhere while at the same time this leaves it open for Goldberg to potentially come back for a rematch, as he didnt have anytime to prepare for Strowman and his game-plan for the bout. Not that I want Bill always around the title scene when he turns up but if they can get Braun going over him clean twice it really helps out a current full time guy under contract WHAT A CLEVER IDEA THAT WOULD BE!!! lol - STROWMAN

The Undertaker vs AJ Styles

I really have no desire to see Taker in a big singles match at Wrestlemania or any other big show ever again, let alone it being in a match with AJ who could have an awesome match with most others on the card. This match should really have turned into the OC vs Taker/Aleister Black if they HAD to go with these guys together, the rub that would have given Black would have been MASSIVE!! Imagine the innovative entrance they could have come up with for both guys together, truly letting Taker pass his aura across to someone new....just goosebumps thinking of how they would look....but nope.

Instead we end up with a feud built around shoot promos about Takers wife doing AJ’s Styles Clash finisher.....

The worst part is that I see Taker going over, not sure if it was confirmed but it was mentioned he’d have 2 others with him who most likely will turn the tide of the match, dont get your hopes up for Black here instead, im guessing its Kane and Big Show....seriously....please be wrong - UNDERTAKER

John Cena vs The Fiend Bray Wyatt

I really wish if they are going to bring back guys who haven't been on the road full time then PLEASE bring them back with a solid storyline that makes sense and that’s been built up for awhile to make sense.....not this. Truthfully they need to build these matches with the sole purpose of having the other guys who could/should have been the spot to be able to turn around and say, ‘you know what, this makes alot of sense and will be great so I cant hold it against them and moan’. Honestly that’s all it needs.

And secondly they really are lucky there wont be a live audience there for the match, the cheers the Fiend would have received over Cena would have drove them wild in editing after trying to build Bray as the crazy heel.

After dropping the title Bray NEEDS the big win here to keep his aura something they can use well, the more they have him lose the quicker that appeal will drop, and for me with Wyatt that doesn't mean he can take loses as long as he isnt pinned like others can ANY loss hurts someone who can teleport (?!?!) - WYATT

Edge vs Randy Orton: Last Man Standing

Edge is the guy in second place behind Drew for me feeling gutted there wont be an audience around for this, imagine coming back after years away and the thought you could never wrestle again through fear of dying then finding you CAN wrestle again.........only to be risking it all in an empty building.....FUCKS SAKE!

This should be great and given the time to have the emotional side of it pour out strong, we should be getting Edge taking a beating to the point that Beth will come out to support him then have her feelings develop to the point she will want him to stay down and stop the pain. Yeah this will be great - EDGE

Becky Lynch (c) vs Shayna Baszler: Raw Women’s Championship Match

I dont think the result should be in question here, Shayna HAS to win and go on a dominant run with the belt, ideally booking Becky to come back in contention for SummerSlam to rematch.......sadly everything's in the air with the world.

For me, and remember those words, Becky’s reign has been abit of a meh fest in-ring, apart from the Sasha bouts, and the extra focus on her has highlighted her ring work which really isnt the strongest part of her game (Not saying she’s terrible at all, but could she please drop the awkward leg drop from the ropes lol). At the same time alot of that is down to how she’s booked as management seem to go on a few months run of wanting the women to be the main focus, then quickly changing their mind and dropping it back massively. Also, the lack of depth with the women’s division's is a problem with them being split over the shows, same with the men to a degree and is the reason we see feuds get dragged and dragged for months, with less women it means we hardly get anything that feels fresh which needs to be key - BASZLER

Lacey Evans vs Sasha Banks vs Bayley (c) vs Tamina vs Naomi - Smackdown Women’s Championship Fatal 5 Way Match

What a mess this is, I have no desire to see Banks/Bayley again for at least another 5 years...........but id much prefer that to having Tamina suddenly dragged on tv and put into the title picture. I get that the roster like her and she’s probably a really nice person to be around and supports the other women massively when needed, but for a viewer she brings NOTHING and hasn't for YEARS, all she’s doing is taking up a roster spot that someone way more deserving could be in from NXT for example. And yes, ive seen the random accounts on Twitter hoping she wins the title............jeez

Wouldn't have a problem with any of the other women taking the win here, sucks that Dana had to pull out as she has really shown improvements the past few months and deserved her place here easily - BANKS

Rhea Ripley (c) vs Charlotte: NXT Women’s Championship Match

So we definitely are back to saying ‘women’s’ champion again are we? They dropped it the other month but seem to have quickly gone back to it.

Big match for NXT here getting a Mania slot, I really hope that Charlotte doesn't get the win and belt but her winning opens up more fresh options for the future on the women’s division on the show. As long as Charlotte doesn't keep doing her thing of wearing massive heels in-ring to show how much bigger she is to everyone else, for some random reason it annoys me and doesn't need to even be done.

I feel if Charlotte does win the title they will very quickly move another NXT star over to Raw/Smackdown to replace her or hype a new debut upto the draft which MAY be soon - CHARLOTTE

Kevin Owens vs Seth Rollins

The problem with having so many matches at Wrestlemania is that one like this goes so far under the radar its criminal, both guys are great and can pull out something special for the big show....not sure they get the time they will want even with a two night show. This feud will most likely continue so dont worry about who goes over - ROLLINS

Sami Zayn (c) vs Daniel Bryan: Intercontinental Championship Match

Exactly the same as the match before and even more so, a quality match that probably wont get the most time but will be a really fun ride to be on - ZAYN

Jimmy Uso vs John Morrison vs Kofi Kingston: Smackdown Tag Team Title Ladder Match

Yeah dont ask, they had to remove the Miz as he had Coronavirus symptoms but still wanted to do the ladder stipulation...

Honestly the tag division has to be up there for the most stale division in the company, similar to what I said about the women having the Uso’s and The New Day in a match in any combination is just soooooo over done.

Last month I predicted Morrison and Miz to retain and drop the titles tonight but now I hope they keep them, then drop them to Heavy Machinery as soon as they can - MORRISON

The Street Profits (c) vs Austin Theory & Angel Garza: Raw Tag Team Championship Match

Love the SP’s but this really isnt needed in the slightest, I guess the next few matches will be exactly the same. - STREET PROFITS

Elias vs The Baron King

Exactly - Elias

Aleister Black vs Bobby Lashley

Please have Black go over quick - BLACK

Otis vs Dolph Ziggler

At last a match that deserves its spot on the card, a long term story that’s been developed well and is building to more with the stakes changed down the road. Easily an Otis win with Mandy ending up in his arms for the big smooch - OTIS

The Kabuki Warriors (c) vs Alexa Bliss & Nikki Cross: WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Match

Lets throw the titles we’ve forgotten about on the show too!! Feel for all the women that have been around the title scene here since the belts came into existence, so much promise over multiple brands that went NOWHERE! - CROSS/BLISS

Kick Off Matches

Drew Gulak vs Cesaro

I think Gulak sneaks the win out with his TECHNIQUE!!! - GULAK

Natalya vs Liv Morgan

I hope Liv picks up the win and they give her more tv time and focus, Nattie winning doesnt really do much for anyone apart from her - MORGAN

2 nights, lots of matches, lots of things not needed get ready to be mildly hyped!!!

Enjoy

Bye for now

Andy

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OTT Women's Champion & OTT Gender Neutral Champion Martina

#OTT #OTT Women's Champion #OTT Gender Neutral Champion #Martina #OTT Gender Neutral Championship #OTT Women's Championship #Over The Top Wrestling #Session Moth Martina #Independent Wrestling #Women's Title #Intergender Title #OTT Wrestling #Indy Wrestling #Women's Wrestling #Pro Wrestling #10s

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Session Moth Martina To Make ROH Debut

Session Moth Martina will make her highly anticipated debut for Ring of Honor next month on February 9th, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland for “Free Enterprise” at the UMBC Event Center.

Martina’s signing with the company was announced in September of last year. She is a former ICW Women’s Champion and has held the Over the Top Wrestling Women’s Championship as well as the OTT Gender Neutral Championship.

Her ROH deal will allow her to continue to work for STARDOM in Japan and work independent dates in Europe.

Free Enterprise will have a special 3 pm bell time. Tickets will be made available first for HonorClub members at 10 am on Wednesday, January 15th and for the general public at 10 am on Friday, January 17th. Find out more info here.

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#Session Moth Martina #Independent News #Indies #News #Women of Honor

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Inclusive Representation in OTT Content

In the vibrant world of Over-the-Top (OTT) content, a remarkable shift has been unfolding — one that’s been celebrated for its dedication to inclusivity and representation. OTT platforms, like MyFrenzi, have been at the forefront of this transformation, bringing diverse voices and stories to the forefront. In this blog, we’ll delve into the significance of inclusive representation in OTT content and highlight some of the best web series on OTT that exemplify this crucial trend.

The Power of Inclusivity

Inclusivity in OTT content refers to the practice of authentically representing a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, identities, and experiences. It’s about acknowledging that the world is a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be told. Here are some compelling reasons why inclusivity matters in the realm of OTT:

Reflecting Real Life: Inclusivity mirrors the real world, where people of different races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds coexist. By portraying this reality, OTT content becomes relatable and resonates with a diverse audience.

Breaking Stereotypes: Inclusivity dismantles stereotypes and challenges preconceived notions. It allows for complex and nuanced portrayals of characters, going beyond one-dimensional, clichéd roles.

Expanding Empathy: When viewers see characters who reflect their own experiences or those of others, it fosters empathy and understanding. It helps bridge gaps and encourages acceptance.

Empowering Marginalized Voices: Inclusive content provides a platform for marginalized voices that have historically been underrepresented in mainstream media. It allows these voices to be heard and celebrated.

Noteworthy Web Series Promoting Inclusivity

Now, let’s shine a spotlight on some exceptional web series available on MyFrenzi that champion inclusivity:

“Queer Eye”: This heartwarming series features the “Fab Five” as they transform the lives of individuals from diverse backgrounds. It’s a celebration of self-acceptance, love, and personal growth.

“Pose”: Set in the vibrant LGBTQ+ ballroom culture of the 1980s, this series explores the lives of transgender women and gay men, highlighting their resilience and creativity.

“Special”: A groundbreaking series that follows the life of a young gay man with cerebral palsy as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and independence.

“Gentleman Jack”: Based on the life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century lesbian landowner, this period drama offers a fascinating glimpse into her remarkable life and relationships.

“Tales of the City”: This iconic series celebrates the diversity of San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ community, interweaving stories of love, friendship, and self-discovery.

The Impact of Inclusive OTT Content

Inclusivity in OTT content has a profound impact on both individuals and society as a whole:

Increased Representation: Inclusive content ensures that everyone can see themselves on screen, regardless of their background or identity. This fosters a sense of belonging and validation.

Educational Value: It educates viewers about different experiences and perspectives, promoting tolerance and empathy. It challenges biases and encourages open-mindedness.

Inspiring Change: Inclusive stories often inspire real-world change. They empower individuals to be their authentic selves and advocate for justice and equality.

Economic Growth: The success of inclusive content demonstrates that diverse stories can also be financially successful. This encourages the industry to invest in more diverse storytelling.

Positive Feedback Loop: As viewers support inclusive content, it sends a clear message to producers and platforms to continue creating such content, creating a positive feedback loop.

Conclusion

Inclusive representation in OTT content is not just a trend; it’s a transformative movement that is reshaping the way we view and consume media. Platforms like MyFrenzi are playing a pivotal role in making diverse stories accessible to a global audience. By embracing and promoting inclusivity, we celebrate the richness of human experiences and create a world where everyone’s story matters.

5 Unique FAQs After The Conclusion

Why is inclusivity important in OTT content? Inclusivity in OTT content reflects real life, breaks stereotypes, expands empathy, and empowers marginalized voices.

Can you recommend some inclusive web series on MyFrenzi? Certainly! Some outstanding series include “Queer Eye,” “Pose,” “Special,” “Gentleman Jack,” and “Tales of the City.”

What impact does inclusive content have on society? Inclusive content promotes representation, educates, inspires change, drives economic growth, and creates a positive feedback loop.

How can viewers support inclusivity in OTT content? Viewers can support inclusivity by watching and promoting inclusive content, engaging in conversations about representation, and advocating for diverse storytelling.

Is inclusivity a passing trend in media? No, inclusivity is a transformative movement that is reshaping the media landscape and promoting a more equitable and diverse world.

#web series #ott #movies #movie

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NXT UK 5/1/19 Review

Our opener is Mansoor, who must’ve flown to the US right after this match considering he was also on NXT proper, against Travis Banks. Mansoor was playing heel here, and was selling really well through most of the match. At one point, Banks hit a very violent suicide dive, and Mansoor sold it like he was shot. Banks eventually got the win with a slice of heaven kick and a kiwi crusher.

Grade: B. A weak B, but I think it deserves this. These two blended quite well, and the match did what it had to. Mansoor really seemed like he loved being a heel, and his selling was great. I think he could end up being something. I don’t know what Banks has for an upcoming feud other than Kassius Ohno, but hopefully it’s good, because he deserves to be on the next UK TakeOver.

Then was a Xia Brookside, who was very peppy about her recent loss to Ria Ripley. She just said that she will work her hardest to get some wins on the board. She is so cute, I love her. Quick Ilja Dragunov video package. I’m excited for him, I’ve only heard good things. Nina Samuels cut a backstage promo, where she was bragging about her little winning streak. She spoke in a very condescending and elitist tone, with a lot of references to theater. I don’t see her as a huge contender for Storm, but it is a match that I’d like to see.

Next match was Piper Niven and the debuting Reyna Gonzalez. Gonzalez looked terrifying, so I’m glad I’m not in the ring with her. The two had a couple tests of strength to start things up. Gonzalez worked the back over, trying to destroy Niven’s base of attacks. Crowd was pretty into this match actually. A bit random to really enjoy, but to each their own. Niven won with a Michinoku Driver.

Grade: B-. Decent match, nothing too exciting. Niven needs a real feud to sink her teeth into. She is a Women’s champion in the future, and I don’t think that future is too distant.

Backstage, Kenny Williams and Amir Jordan complained about the Grizzled Young Vets, and how they deserve a title shot. The promo ended with them leaving to talk to Johnny Saint, and they got the match. Based on the feud, it could be these guys to upset Gibson and Drake. Gallup then had a very Lucha Underground-esque promo, with lots of editing and dramatic music and such. They announced that they will return next week at the Glasgow Show.

And in the main event, Jordan Devlin took on Walter in a non-title match. Crowd popped huge for Walter’s entrance. Devlin was running around ringside a lot in the beginning, trying to figure out how to counter his overwhelming power. He really didn’t find an answer either, because Walter was no selling any hit that he took. Devlin attempted to work on Walter’s leg, taking down the big man. Walter however was able to fight back violently. Walter was bleeding a lot from the mouth throughout the match, and it really was everywhere by the end of the match. Devlin was incredibly desperate to get the win in this match, knowing that it’d put him in title contension. Devlin was able to hit some sort of special saito suplex, but it was just a near fal. As Devlin went for another, Walter countered with a huge lariat, and then a powerbomb for the win.

After the match, Pete Dunne showed up, and demanded a rematch. Walter agreed without any argument. Well, I guess wrestling doesn’t always need to be complicated, or particularly confrontational.

Grade: B+. Really good, but not the best that they can do. The two have had amazing matches in OTT and Progress. I liked this a lot though, and I think that if they go all out at some point, they will tear the house down. Still, very good match to keep Walter strong, and a big match for Devlin to be a part of.

Overall Grade: B

Pros: Mansoor looks pretty good; Main Event

Cons: Niven doesn’t have much of a story yet.

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Global OTT Sports channel

The Global OTT Sports Channel launched in May of 2021 and it was a brave move by MTV Networks and the head of Global Content, Chris Moody. This new sports channel is an extension of MTV's reality TV series, The Hills, and it is a direct competitor of the popular ESPN dedicated sports channels. Although the launch did not yield profits immediately but rather had to undergo testing before being sold out to the subscribers. The Global OTT Sports channel is now fully operational and is accessible to all subscribers. Here is a brief overview of the company and its upcoming sports events:

Global OTT Sports channel offers two premium channels that are being used as the home of two of the most popular sports events in history, the UFC and the World Series. In the UFC events, there is a coverage of various matches that are being telecasted live. There is also a feature wherein in different parts of the world people can have access to watch the match even if they are not connected to the Internet. These channels are the home of the first ever UFC women's bantamweight champion, Cris Cyborg. The World Series is one of the most popular sports events that is being covered by Global OTT Sports and the coverage is unprecedented in the history of the sport. There are also other sports events that are being covered in this channel such as football, basketball, rugby, tennis, golf, soccer, hockey, auto racing and boxing.

The Global OTT Sports Channel has the rights to broadcast the Indian Premier League, which is the most watched and popular sports event in India. Apart from the Indian Premier League, the channel is also broadcasting events in Australia, England, Japan, Malaysia, Bangladesh and many other countries. Unlike most cable networks that only host popular games, the Global OTT Sports channel offers sports events that are on demand and are being watched by subscribers. You don't have to wait for your favorite game to be played or if you are not that busy, you can have the entire season covered. This is the perfect combination as you can have all the sports events at your fingertips. If you are a diehard fan, you can subscribe to the Global OTT Sports channel so that you can always have your source of sports news and updates.

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Nik Dodani, Sujata Day, Kiran Deol on the evolving space for Indian-origin creatives in western cinema

Where once, being brown brought with it stereotypes and typecasting, now a new generation of creatives of Indian origin, including Sujata Day, Kiran Deol, Nik Dodani and Avantika Vandanapu, is effecting change in western cinema — with diaspora narratives and creating their own support structures

“The producers actually asked if I’m ‘100% Indian’,” recalls Sujata Day about an unfortunate audition experience for a major sitcom in 2018. The actor-filmmaker, along with four other Indian-American actors, was vying for the role of the fiancée of one of the show’s lead characters. “In response to the producers’ query as to whether or not I was ‘100% Indian’, I said, ‘My parents are from Kolkata and I speak fluent Bengali, so yes.’ But the fact that I had to defend my Indianness was very strange. I know I didn’t book the role because I clearly didn’t look ‘Indian enough’ to them.”

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Day, during a video call with The Hindu Weekend, shakes her head as she talks about the then-and-now of South Asian representation in western film spaces. But the 37-year-old is not alone in her views of a culturally-stagnant cinema industry in the West. The industry boxed its South Asian actors and filmmakers into what they deemed acceptable. But in the past five years, creatives have continually expressed their dissent, announcing on social media, as well as during roundtables, protests and even stand-up routines that they are tired of the ‘identikit Indian’ roles.

More South Asian-origin actors, such as Dev Patel, Janina Gavankar, Rahul Kohli, Geraldine Viswanathan, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Kuhoo Verma, and Anya Chalotra, are shunning reductive roles in favour of fully-rounded characters that had long been reserved for only a few actors of colour.

For example, in Hulu’s Plan B, Kuhoo Verma’s portrayal as a sexually-curious teen who has to come to terms with the reproductive rights in her conservative state of South Dakota as she tries to purchase Plan B (morning-after pill) resonated with many women of colour. Prior to this, Indian girls were the one-dimensional personification of purity culture across western cinema. More recently, Dev Patel’s casting as the historically assumed-white Sir Gawain in The Green Knight turned the tables on the scope of open ethnicities.

Still of Sunny (Kuhoo Verma) and Lupe (Natalie Moroles) in Hulu comedy-drama ‘Plan B’ (2021) | Photo Credit: Hulu

The identity struggle is never easily reconciled. Take that episode of The Mindy Project where Mindy (Mindy Kaling) goes on a date with the ‘ideal Indian man’ but he, unimpressed by her lack of knowledge about India, says he “could never date a coconut — brown on the outside, white on the inside”. This lights a flare to the tough dichotomy the diaspora tackles every day while forging their identity; embracing their surrounding culture and holding onto tradition.

Some address this by not taking on the ‘Indian-origin’ tag. Verma identifies as a woman of colour, as her family moved to the United States from South India but, without dismissing her heritage entirely, prefers to be known as ‘just an actor’ in the industry.

Nik Dodani attends The World Premiere of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ presented by Universal Pictures at the Opening Night of The Toronto International Film Festival on September 09, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario. | Photo Credit: RYAN EMBERLEY/AFP

Meanwhile, actors and filmmakers including Nik Dodani, Day and Kiran Deol are also taking matters into their own hands — by either creating their own support structures for South Asian actors or producing their own films and taking them to international stages such as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Festivals matter

Festivals have become a cornerstone for Indian filmmakers and actors. It is not just a networking opportunity but a platform for visibility. In mid-September, actor-filmmaker Deol’s short I Would Never premiered at TIFF as well as Dodani’s Dear Evan Hansen.

“Massive festivals like TIFF really help to legitimise a filmmaker and their support really helps to bring up international talent,” says Deol, who has received support from Sundance and TIFF in the past to get her short film made. “I hope that these festivals continue to be as inclusive. Big film festivals like Cannes and TIFF have been some of the places where I’ve discovered some of my favourite filmmakers, so it’s no small thing.”

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A still from the 2020 short film ‘I Would Never’ starring and directed by Kiran Deol | Photo Credit: Kiran Deol

Meanwhile, Dodani, a deep admirer of Day’s “hustle” through the contentious industry, shares the festival circuit this year certainly feels different as well. “We are seeing more incredible filmmakers of colour; it’s a reflection of the power of our communities to get our stuff made and insert them into the conversation. The indie world has always been exciting because that’s where the films that push the boundaries exist, so we’re finally starting to see the financing start to follow the Black and Brown creators.”

Creating a community

The changes, however, are slow and not simultaneous; some generations of creatives will reap the rewards of those who have toiled for years in the murky industry. Things now could be looking up for casting as well as attention to details in South Asian roles and script. Avantika Vandanapu plays a young Gujarati high school student who is an ace coder and who, through a happenstance crush on a boy at school, discovers and nurtures talent for DJing.

Avantika Vandanapu as Rhea, in Disney Channel movie ‘Spin’ | Photo Credit: Kharen Hill / Disney

Vandanapu’s Telugu roots have seen her appear in 2015’s Brahmotsavam alongside Mahesh Babu and 2016’s Premam with Naga Chaitanya and Shruti Haasan.

The 16-year-old says her auditioning process for Spin was a far cry from the horror stories minority actors have experienced, and she owes it all to their resistance and perseverance over the years. “From the moment I saw the script, I was so glad Disney had not generalised the Indian ethnicity, but had narrowed on the specificities of the Gujarati culture,” she says. “Seeing an Indian girl written as someone who is comfortable in her identity rather than having an identity crisis was exciting.”

Of course, Vandanapu understands identity conflicts are a prevalent matter, but she hopes it is not the only narrative for people of the Indian diaspora.

Speaking on what catalysed change across the industry changing, he says, “This industry is white-dominated, and the Black and Latinx communities in Hollywood have organised and supported each other in ways that are so inspiring; we hope to replicate that. The conversation around inclusion and equity has been changing for a few years now, but has accelerated immensely after last summer. The Black Lives Movement is directly responsible for that; every community of colour in the US is benefiting from the work the activists have done over the years. The real test, if the industry starts walking the walk, is in the next five to ten years.”

Still of Evan (Ben Platt) and Jared (Nik Dodani) in Universal Pictures’ ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ (2021) | Photo Credit: Universal Pictures

On their own terms

One of the happy results of this movement is The Salon, co-founded in 2019 by Atypical and Escape Room actor Dodani, along with Bash Naran and Vinny Chhibber. “It started out as an informal way for us to connect,” says the 27-year-old. “Vinny, Bash and I were chatting and we found we all knew different folks in the South Asian film industry but not everyone knew everyone. For the first year, our goal was to just get people in the same room, to have the most basic form of community. Our vision is to help the next generation of South Asian talent.”

Read More | Nik Dodani on his cultural identity, and working on ‘Escape Room’ and ‘Atypical’

Day is not blind to the industry’s flaws either, one of the most prominent being its unwillingness to change. “Green-lighters in the film community were, and still are, slow, but now we are giving ourselves the green light,” she says.

So, the filmmaker pooled her money and directed, wrote and starred in comedy-drama Definition Please, which has been a favourite on the festival circuit in the US, having won ‘Outstanding Directorial Debut for a Feature Film’ at the South Asian Film Festival in America, and Best Narrative Feature at CAAMFest.

Told through the Indian female gaze, the indie film follows an Indian-origin woman who is living in the past glory of her spelling bee champion days while trying to move forward and dealing with her grief-stricken family. The film, which also stars Ritesh Rajan, succinctly explores themes of female friendships, familial pressures, mental health, and toxic masculinity in the Indian community.

Read More | Sujata Day on pushing through Hollywood bureaucracy and making ‘Definition Please’

Day was inspired by her long-time Awkward Black Girl and Insecure collaborator Issa Rae, explaining, “Very few people know of her first two web series; everyone thinks Awkward Black Girl was her first. But she never gave up and never let the system stop her from creating. And neither should we!”

The OTT problem

Day is currently in chats with streamers and distributors worldwide for Definition Please, and she confides with a laugh, “They feel that if they have Bollywood movies on their platform, they don’t need diaspora films. They think we are being represented already, which is wild to me because as much as I love the stars, that’s not our lives in the diaspora. We have very specific and interesting stories to tell.

During Asian-American Heritage Month (May) in the US, she noticed that streaming companies were putting out lists of Asian content on special servers and many were subtitled and foreign, but not a lot were content out of the US (or the UK). “They are handling Asian inclusion in a global sense that doesn’t make sense to folks in the diaspora. We should be able to hold them accountable and we bring these grievances up in meetings and they’re hearing us. Hopefully, they make some changes to shift their thinking.”

Money talks

Having travelled to many film festivals when it came out in 2017, Day’s eight-minute short, Cowboy and Indian (a drama-thriller about a Bengali bride who collapses in the street and is rescued by a cowboy) is now being made into a television series — made possible by a South Asian film executive reaching out to her. “It absolutely matters who’s also buying stories for production. We need representation there too!” she says.

Agreeing with her, actor-filmmaker Deol elaborates, “I feel like funding for filmmakers is always the 21-million-dollar question. This is true for folks of any colour trying to get their projects made.”

A growing space that is increasingly getting more funding is book-to-screen adaptations. Diksha Basu’s Destination Wedding, which was shortlisted for the Wodehouse Prize, is currently being adapted to a series. Meanwhile, Rakesh Satyal and Dodani have long been working on an adaptation of Satyal’s 2009 bestseller Blue Boy, which tells the story of a young gay Indian-American boy who is bullied through his school years. Dodani, who found the book to be a “full body experience” when he first read it, turns screenwriter for the film. “We’re trying to find the right home and financing for it. We want to make sure it’s done right and gets the right budget and talent,” he says.

So, while many creatives are more than happy to bid goodbye to ‘brownface’, casting appropriation and tokenism — as Deol sees it, this farewell is rather fresh — there is still a lot to look forward to and to demand in terms of inclusion.

“The changes showcase for me both how far we have come, and how far we have to go,” Deol sums up, adding, “I’d love to get to a place in representation where we have the room to tell extremely specific stories that don’t have to speak for the entire diaspora because there is enough variety in the shows and movies that get airtime, that there is a multiplicity of voices and points of view to choose from.”

It will be a frustrating wait for this level of change and some unfortunate barriers are inevitable. But as more creatives of colour vocalise their needs and rights, and also hold studios and casting agencies accountable, things are bound to change.

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