VIZIO (NYSE: VZIO) is proud to announce the highly anticipated launch of its next exclusive Branded Content Studio series, Clean Break. Hosted by skilled professional organizer, Michelle Hobgood – the Tidy Trainer, this captivating new series delves into the world of organizational tips and tricks, inspired by the popular TikTok organizing trend and presented by a top consumer packaged goods brand.

“We are thrilled to launch Clean Break and provide our viewers with practical organisational tips,” said Steve DeMain, Vice President, Branded Content & Sponsorship Sales at VIZIO. “Michelle Hobgood’s expertise and relatable approach to organisation will inspire our audience to create a cleaner and more organised living space, ultimately enhancing their daily routines.”

Welcome to our weekly snapshot of TV by the numbers, highlighting the most-watched shows and networks for June 19-25, with insights from Inscape, the currency-grade smart TV ACR data provider and data technology division of Vizio. Data is linear, live TV only and includes all episode types (new and reruns). Rankings are by percent share duration (i.e., time spent watching).

The Weather Channel television network is proud to announce today it has expanded its relationship with VIZIO (NYSE: VZIO). Millions of VIZIO users will now have access to the 24/7 The Weather Channel streaming app from America’s most trusted news source. The Weather Channel is the network Americans turn to for critical lifesaving weather news and information.

The Weather Channel’s streaming app allows subscribers to watch a live feed of the nationally-distributed cable channel for $3 a month or $30 a year. Vizio users can get a free 7-day trial of the Weather Channel’s streaming service when they sign up through the app. Cable and satellite customers can watch the Weather Channel through the app without any extra fees when they log in with their pay TV credentials.

Some of the features that Vizio TV users can expect with The Weather Channel app include…

The Weather Channel will begin giving Vizio customers access to its 24/7 streaming app, expanding the relationship that the weather news and information source has with the TV set manufacturer.

“Vizio TVs are the heartbeat of the home and weather plays an integral role in our users’ daily routines,” Vizio group VP, platform content and partnerships Katherine Pond said. “Extending our relationship with the Allen Media Group with the launch of the Weather Channel app adds a valuable dimension to Vizio as a daily trusted source for weather and additional programming with customizable features where it matters most.”

“Vizio TVs are the heartbeat of the home and weather plays an integral role in our users’ daily routines,” Vizio group VP, platform content and partnerships Katherine Pond said. “Extending our relationship with the Allen Media Group with the launch of the Weather Channel app adds a valuable dimension to Vizio as a daily trusted source for weather and additional programming with customizable features where it matters most.”

Diversity and inclusion will be one of the key goals of the ISA. CEO and co-founder of the LGBTQ+-centric streaming service Revry Damian Pellicone said that was one of the biggest draws for them in terms of joining the new group.

“Pride Ball marks a significant milestone in the expansion of queer sports as a new and exciting content category,” said Damian Pelliccione, Co-Founder and CEO of Revry. “[We are] bringing the fierceness of ballroom culture directly into your homes with this televised spectacle!”

Frndly has not limited its expansion efforts to Samsung Smart TVs, either. In April, the service launched on VIZIO Smartcast TVs, which also widened its reach by millions of homes. There’s something for the whole family to enjoy on Frndly TV, and now users can find its app on Samsung Smart TVs manufactured in 2018 or later.

Right now, Vizio TV users have the option to save 50% on the cost of AMC Plus for the first two months. Considering a standard AMC Plus subscription typically costs $8.99 per month, this deal brings the price down to just $4.49 per month.

It marks the second time this year that Frndly TV has launched on a native smart TV platform. In April, the service became available to users of Vizio’s smart TVs powered by its Platform Plus operating system.

​​Starting this week, VIZIO WatchFree+ viewers will be able to stream the first two episodes of a number of AMC’s best series. Users can watch the first two episodes of “Lucky Hank” “Dark Winds,” “Mayfair Witches,” and “Interview of a Vampire” in the WatchFree+ app through the end of the month without having to signup for an AMC+ subscription.

Frndly has not limited its expansion efforts to Samsung Smart TVs, either. In April, the service launched on VIZIO Smartcast TVs, which also widened its reach by millions of homes. There’s something for the whole family to enjoy on Frndly TV, and now users can find its app on Samsung Smart TVs manufactured in 2018 or later.

VIZIO Ads recently released a new case study with Subway, detailing the potential of incorporating CTV Video with high-impact Home Screen TV placements to build incremental reach beyond Linear TV campaigns.

Also, Heklina's 50th birthday roast at the Castro Theatre, which happened in 2017, was turned into a film, and the film was just screened over this past weekend at a "birthday memorial" event in Palm Springs. You all can still find it on Revry, the LGBTQ streaming service, as part of their "Drag Roast" series.

As a result of Magnite’s extensive relationships with streaming TV media owners, agencies can utilize ClearLine to buy inventory from suppliers, including A&E Networks, AMC Networks, DIRECTV Advertising, DISH Media, Disney Advertising, FOX Digital, and Warner Bros. Discovery, in addition to launch partners LG Ad Solutions and VIZIO. Magnite’s supply footprint spans 80+ million CTV households in the US, accounting for 90% of ad-supported CTV viewers in the country.

After weeks of dominating Inscape's ranking of the most-watch TV programs, the NBA finals has been dethroned. In its place? The 2023 U.S. Open Golf Championship, which accounted for 4.28% of all live, linear minutes watched June 12-18.