Behind the Line

Netflix lost over $15 billion this week...as Elon Musk led a boycott calling for parents to cancel their Netflix subscriptions. Elon Musk notified his X followers of questionable content targeting children on Netflix...and millions of parents cancelled their Netflix subscription. We discuss the boycott of Netflix...and the $15 billion Netflix lost this week. We analyze the cartoons Elon Musk mentioned...and explain why they're inappropriate for children. We also discuss the ineffectiveness of parental controls...and how parents can no longer trust networks with their kids. USE PROMO CODE BTL10 TO SAVE 10% WITH LEFT COAST LIGHTING: https://leftcoastlighting.com

WNBA players have used Unrivaled as leverage...in negotiations for a new CBA. Unrivaled is paying WNBA players significantly more money...and WNBA players were using Unrivaled as leverage to negotiate millions from the WNBA. Unfortunately for WNBA players...they just lost significant leverage because Caitlin Clark is once again refusing to join Unrivaled. We react to Caitlin Clark rejecting Unrivaled. We discuss the official reason Caitlin Clark rejected Unrivaled...and provide the potential real reason that Caitlin Clark is refusing to join Unrivaled. We explain how this decision is damaging for WNBA players...and question whether Caitlin Clark was influenced to reject Unrivaled. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski got into a heated exchange Wednesday morning on The Morning Joe. The couple were arguing back and forth over political issues...but there is clearly trouble in paradise at MSNBC. Ratings were released for the 3Q of 2025...and MSNBC ratings hit record lows. We reveal and react to MSNBC ratings for the 3Q. We also reveal CNN ratings for Q3. We discuss the massive ratings decline at CNN and MSNBC...and explain why viewers are leaving both networks. We also discuss ratings at NewsNation...and credit their ratings surge to NewsNation offering something different. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Cathy Engelbert is under immense pressure to step down as commissioner of the WNBA. The 2026 WNBA season is at risk of being cancelled...and WNBA players seem unwilling to continue negotiations with Cathy Engelbert. We explain the real reason that...WNBA players want Cathy Engelbert fired. We discuss the legitimate concerns Cathy Engelbert has...about the long-term sustainability of the WNBA. We discuss the rampant entitlement of WNBA players...and how entitlement could increase with inflated salaries. We also explain why the WNBA would never recover if the 2026 WNBA season is cancelled. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Jimmy Fallon has an opportunity to become the king of late-night...with Stephen Colbert being fired and Jimmy Kimmel soon to be fired. According to Jimmy Fallon...The Tonight Show will appeal to everyone and will not be a source of constant Trump bashing. We reveal and react to Jimmy Fallon separating himself from Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel. We commend Jimmy Fallon for removing politics from The Tonight Show...and attempting to make The Tonight Show more appealing to normal people. We also explain why ABC will eventually fire Jimmy Kimmel...and why Stephen A Smith could be his replacement. USE PROMO CODE BTL20 TO SAVE 20% WITH SUGAR MOUNTAIN TRADING: https://sugarmountaintrading.com

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert is being pressured by WNBA players and the media...to step down from her role as commissioner. Napheesa Collier unleashed a tirade against Cathy Engelbert on Tuesday...revealing how Cathy Engelbert perceives WNBA players like Caitlin Clark. We discuss the troubling situation for Cathy Engelbert. We explain why WNBA players want Cathy Engelbert fired...because she refuses to give in to their demands for multi-million-dollar contracts. We also explain the real reason Cathy Engelbert should be fired...and why firing Cathy Engelbert for the wrong reason will amplify the entitlement in the WNBA. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx are eliminated from the WNBA playoffs...and Napheesa Collier gave her final press conference of the season Tuesday afternoon. Napheesa Collier used the press conference to humiliate WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert...and essentially declare war on WNBA leadership. We reveal and react to Napheesa Collier press conference. We discuss the grievances of WNBA players...and explain why we agree that Cathy Engelbert is a bad leader for the WNBA. We also discuss Napheesa Collier ulterior motives...and explain why the 2026 WNBA season is likely to be cancelled. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Paul Finebaum has been the voice of the SEC for decades...which is why ESPN hired him and built the SEC Network around him. Recently...Paul Finebaum was interviewed by Clay Travis and he discussed aspirations to run for the Senate in Alabama. We reveal and react to Paul Finebaum revealing his political aspirations. We explain why Paul Finebaum leaving would be disastrous for ESPN. We discuss the loyalty of Paul Finebaum audience...and explain why Paul Finebaum is one of the select few who would be difficult to replace at ESPN. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Shedeur Sanders was visibly frustrated Sunday afternoon...as the Cleveland Browns were dominated by the Detroit Lions. Late in the fourth quarter...Kevin Stefanski chose Dillon Gabriel to replace Joe Flacco and Shedeur Sanders was not pleased with the decision. We reveal and react to the frustration of Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland. We question why the Browns refuse to play Shedeur Sanders...and explain why something is missing. We also discuss the Browns potentially trading Shedeur Sanders...and explain why Shedeur Sanders has become a problem in Cleveland. USE PROMO CODE BTL20 TO SAVE 20% WITH SUGAR MOUNTAIN TRADING: https://sugarmountaintrading.com

The NFL announced Sunday night that...Bad Bunny would be performing the halftime show at the Superbowl. The NFL initially wanted Taylor Swift to perform...but once Taylor Swift declined the NFL decided to select Bad Bunny. The selection of Bad Bunny led to instant outrage...as Americans felt betrayed by the decision. We discuss the NFL selecting Bad Bunny to perform at the Superbowl. We discuss Bad Bunny refusal to perform in America...and the anti-ICE stance that Bad Bunny has spread. We also explain why the NFL selected Bad Bunny...and why it's a mistake for the NFL to continue to globalize the league. For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 510-279-3616 to speak with our trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/behind Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve was ejected from Game 3 Friday night...and Cheryl Reeve was subsequently suspended for Game 4 after her emotional meltdown in the postgame press conference. Cheryl Reeve was outraged because WNBA referees didn't call a foul late in the 4th quarter...on a clean steal where Napheesa Collier was injured. We reveal and react to Cheryl Reeve torching WNBA officials...and the no-call that had Cheryl Reeve outraged. We explain why WNBA referees made the right call...and question the outrage from WNBA fans. We also discuss the ongoing officiating problem in the WNBA...and explain why the officiating in the WNBA is substandard. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Jimmy Kimmel and the mainstream media were celebrating this week...after 6.2 million people tuned in Tuesday night for Jimmy Kimmel return to ABC. Unfortunately for Jimmy Kimmel...the celebration was short-lived as Jimmy Kimmel ratings decline 70% on Wednesday. We reveal and react to Jimmy Kimmel ratings. We discuss Jimmy Kimmel destroying his opportunity to appeal to normal people. We also explain why Jimmy Kimmel continues to be defiant...and why we believe Jimmy Kimmel is afraid of betraying the far-left. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

The WNBA is celebrating their ratings success...for the first round of the WNBA playoffs. WNBA ratings for the first round were the second highest ever...and the media continues to boast about the WNBA surging popularity. However...WNBA ratings for certain playoffs games are missing and the WNBA is struggling to sellout most games. We reveal and react to WNBA ratings...and WNBA attendance for the playoffs. We question why WNBA ratings would be missing for playoff games...if the WNBA is surging in popularity. We also analyze WNBA attendance figures...and explain why the WNBA is in steep decline without Caitlin Clark. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Jimmy Kimmel miraculously pulled 6.2 million viewers for his return to ABC Tuesday night. Even without having access to 30% of ABC affiliates across the country...Jimmy Kimmel still managed to draw record ratings. However...this temporary spike in popularity will not be enough to save Jimmy Kimmel late-night show. We discuss the future of Jimmy Kimmel at ABC. We explain why popularity on YouTube and his recent spike in ratings...won't be enough to keep Jimmy Kimmel on ABC. We also explain why his return ratings are unsustainable...and why Jimmy Kimmel will likely be released by ABC next summer. For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 510-279-3616 to speak with our trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/behind Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw missed a game last week...to attend the funeral of Charlie Kirk. Most people didn't have a problem with Matt Shaw missing a game...but Mets play-by-play broadcaster Gary Cohen questioned the decision. We reveal and react to Gary Cohen criticizing Matt Shaw...for missing a game to attend Charlie Kirk funeral. We question the real reason Gary Cohen is criticizing Matt Shaw...and explain why it's 100% political. We also discuss this situation being another example...of why sports figures should stick to sports. USE PROMO CODE BTL20 TO SAVE 20% WITH SUGAR MOUNTAIN TRADING: https://sugarmountaintrading.com

MSNBC was rightfully criticized after Matthew Dowd insinuated that Charlie Kirk was responsible for his own demise. MSNBC eventually fired Matthew Dowd...but it appears that the damage to MSNBC ratings was already done. In the last two weeks...MSNBC has lost nearly 75% of their audience in the 25-to-54 demo. We reveal and react to MSNBC ratings. We explain why America is rejecting CNN and MSNBC...and how both networks are complicit in dividing the country. We also discuss the media strategy going into the mid-terms and 2028...and how MSNBC will blame Donald Trump for the problems the media created. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Kamala Harris has been on a media tour this week...promoting her recently released book about her 2024 loss to Donald Trump. During the press tour...Kamala Harris was busted repeating scripted lines...and the tour culminated with an embarrassing appearance on The View. We reveal and react to Kamala Harris on The View. We discuss the book and media tour representing Kamala Harris big return to national politics. We also explain why the media tour has been disastrous for Kamala Harris...and why the political career of Kamala Harris is finished. USE PROMO CODE BTL10 TO SAVE 10% WITH LEFT COAST LIGHTING: https://leftcoastlighting.com

Jimmy Kimmel returned to some ABC affiliates Tuesday night...while many affiliates continued their refusal to broadcast Jimmy Kimmel Live. During his opening monologue...Jimmy Kimmel had a touching moment honoring Erika Kirk. Unfortunately...most of Jimmy Kimmel monologue was a defiant disaster. We reveal and react to several clips from Jimmy Kimmel monologue. We explain why Jimmy Kimmel missed an opportunity Tuesday night...to potentially unite the country. We also explain why Jimmy Kimmel is on borrowed time...and why Jimmy Kimmel will likely be fired by ABC next summer. For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 510-279-3616 to speak with our trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/behind Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Keith Olbermann once again unleashed an unhinged rant on social media Monday night. Keith Olbermann sent several tweets to Scott Jennings...and Scott Jennings reported the tweets to the FBI as potentially dangerous. As a result...Keith Olbermann instantly apologized to Scott Jennings. We reveal and react to Keith Olbermann unhinged meltdown. We discuss whether Keith Olbermann was intentionally threatening Scott Jennings. We also explain why Keith Olbermann intent doesn't matter...and why there is no more tolerance for this behavior from Keith Olbermann. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Jimmy Kimmel and the mainstream media were celebrating Monday afternoon...as ABC announced that Jimmy Kimmel would return on Tuesday. Unfortunately for Jimmy Kimmel...the celebration was premature as ABC affiliates across the country are refusing to broadcast Jimmy Kimmel Live. We react to Sinclair and Nexstar refusing to broadcast Jimmy Kimmel. We discuss Jimmy Kimmel opening monologue...and explain what Jimmy Kimmel should do to save his career. We also discuss the likelihood that Jimmy Kimmel is defiant...and explain why Jimmy Kimmel late-night career will end if local ABC affiliates refuse to broadcast the show. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84