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Tipoffs: Disney Weekly Newsletter for 2025-04-06 ( 34 items )  
'The Rookie' Shoots to Multiplatform Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49 (10)
BURBANK, California, April 2 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'The Rookie' Shoots to Multiplatform Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49 "The Rookie" (Disney/Mike Taing), "High Potential" (Disney/Carlos Lopez-Calleja), "Will Trent" (Disney/Wilford Harewood)* Series photos are available here. "The Rookie" (9 p.m. EDT/PDT) on 3/25/25 * With a riveting, high-stakes episode entitled "Speed," "The Rookie" continued its remarkable ratings surge this se more PR

9-1-1: Sick Day (04/10) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 4 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Sick Day (04/10) THURSDAY, APRIL 10 8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT - 9-1-1: "Sick Day" (813) Logline: In part one of a two-part episode, the 118 is called to a research lab that has been set on fire and becomes a biohazard. Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/9-1-1-sick-day-04-10/ more PR

Abbott Elementary: Please Touch Museum (4/16) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Abbott Elementary: Please Touch Museum (4/16) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 8:30-9:02 p.m. EDT - Abbott Elementary: "Please Touch Museum" (422) Logline: Abbott Elementary goes on a schoolwide field trip to the Please Touch Museum, which has some of the older kids skeptical. (TV-PG) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/abbott-elementary-please-touch more PR

Abbott Elementary: Rally (4/9) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Abbott Elementary: Rally (4/9) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 8:30-9:02 p.m. EDT - Abbott Elementary: "Rally" (421) Logline: Ava and the Abbott teachers go to the district to plead for Ava's job back. Meanwhile, Gregory handles duties as interim principal. (TV-14, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/abbott-elementary-rally-4-9/ more PR

Accelerating Our Customer-First Strategy With Industry-Leading 3-Year Price Lock and Free Phone Guarantee for Everyone (10)
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on April 3, 2025: * * * Accelerating our customer-first strategy with industry-leading 3-year price lock and free phone guarantee for everyone NEW YORK - Verizon today announced the next evolution of its multi-year consumer business transformation, with a strong value commitment designed to strengthen long-term customer relationships across its mobile and home portfolio. This strategic advancement builds on the company's success more PR

America's Funniest Home Videos: 3518 (4/20) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * America's Funniest Home Videos: 3518 (4/20) SUNDAY, APRIL 20 7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT - America's Funniest Home Videos: "3518" (3518) Logline: This week's all-new episode of "America's Funniest Home Videos" features talking dogs, a musical tribute to wedding blunders, and sibling rivalry. (TV-PG) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/americas-fu more PR

American Airlines and Make-A-Wish host Wish Flight to bring 24 children battling critical illnesses to Walt Disney World Resort (10)
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 3 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines and Make-A-Wish host Wish Flight to bring 24 children battling critical illnesses to Walt Disney World Resort Wish Flight is part of the month-long celebration leading up to World Wish Day (r) on April 29. FORT WORTH, Texas -- American Airlines, Make-A-Wish and Disney will grant the wishes of children battling critical illnesses in celebration of World Wish Month for the third annual Wish Flight. On April 9, 24 wish f more PR

American Idol: 809 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #1) (4/13) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * American Idol: 809 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #1) (4/13) SUNDAY, APRIL 13 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT - American Idol: "809 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #1)" (809) Logline: From Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, the Top 12 of 24 take the stage with guidance from GRAMMY(r) Award-winning mentor Ashanti as Jelly Roll steps in as "American Idol"'s artist more PR

American Idol: 810 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #2) (4/14) (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * American Idol: 810 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #2) (4/14) MONDAY, APRIL 14 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT - American Idol: "810 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #2)" (810) Logline: The second night at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, brings powerhouse performances. GRAMMY(r) winner Josh Groban mentors the remaining Top 12 of 24, and Jelly Roll continues his more PR

Celebrity Jeopardy: Semifinal #3: David Friedberg, Sean Gunn and Mina Kimes (4/16) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Celebrity Jeopardy: Semifinal #3: David Friedberg, Sean Gunn and Mina Kimes (4/16) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 9:02-10:02 p.m. EST - Celebrity Jeopardy: " Semifinal #3: David Friedberg, Sean Gunn and Mina Kimes" (312) Logline: Celebrity contestants compete for the $1 million grand prize for charity with David Friedberg (The Humane Society), Sean Gunn (Women for Women International) and Mina Kimes (SELAH Neighbo more PR

Disney Cruise Line Grows Sponsorship of Junior Junkanoo (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, April 3 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Disney Cruise Line Grows Sponsorship of Junior Junkanoo ELEUTHERA, The Bahamas (April 2, 2025) - From beautifully handcrafted, vibrant costumes to the lively, traditional sounds of goombay drums and brass instruments, young people from across The Bahamas recently celebrated Junior Junkanoo with their schools and communities. This year, Disney Cruise Line is proud to expand its support of Junior Junkanoo to help preserve this special tradition for g more PR

Disney Dreamers Academy Concludes 18th Year With Magical Commencement and Life-Changing Opportunities at Walt Disney World Resort (10)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, April 1 -- Disney World issued the following news release: * * * Disney Dreamers Academy Concludes 18th Year with Magical Commencement and Life-Changing Opportunities at Walt Disney World Resort Celebrities such as Tyler James Williams of "Abbott Elementary," TV and radio personality Rickey Smiley, and actors/gospel couple David and Tamela Mann lent their support toward energizing the students' career aspirations while also joining them on magical experiences that only happen at The Most Magical Place on Earth LAK more PR

Disney's Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon Water Parks Opening This Summer (10)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, April 2 -- Disney World issued the following news release: * * * Disney's Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon Water Parks Opening This Summer Blizzard Beach to reopen next month, giving guests two water park choices this summer; Both water parks to be open for the first time since 2019; Two water park options among extensive list of new and fun experiences for young families coming to Walt Disney World Resort this summer LAKE BUENA VISTA Fla. (April 1, 2025) -- As it celebrates its 30th anniversary today, Disney more PR

Doctor Odyssey: Crew Week (4/17) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Doctor Odyssey: Crew Week (4/17) THURSDAY, APRIL 17 9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT - Doctor Odyssey: "Crew Week" (109) Logline: Crew week on The Odyssey sends Max back to his hometown for answers, while Tristan reveals Avery's secret to Vivian. As Munroe fights a parasitic infection, Avery pressures Rosie to face a medical condition she's been hiding. Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: h more PR

ELISABETH MOSS, WALTON GOGGINS, BRADLEY WHITFORD, HAILEE STEINFELD AND MATTHEW RHYS HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 7-11 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK' (10)
BURBANK, California, April 3 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * ELISABETH MOSS, WALTON GOGGINS, BRADLEY WHITFORD, HAILEE STEINFELD AND MATTHEW RHYS HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 7-11 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK' Nationally syndicated morning talk show "Live with Kelly and Mark" announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of April 7-11. Monday, April 7 - Emmy(r) Award-winning ELISABETH MOSS joins Kelly and Mark to discuss Hulu's hit series more PR

ERIC ANDRE, DAVID ALAN GRIER, JEAN SMART, CHRISTINA RICCI AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' APRIL 7-11 (10)
BURBANK, California, April 4 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * ERIC ANDRE, DAVID ALAN GRIER, JEAN SMART, CHRISTINA RICCI AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' APRIL 7-11 ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The following e more PR

Five Exclusive NHL Games This Week on ABC, ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, March 31 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Five Exclusive NHL Games This Week on ABC, ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu * Tampa Bay Lightning Face New York Islanders on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu * Edmonton Oilers Take on the San Jose Sharks Thursday at 10:30 p.m. on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu * ABC Hockey Saturday Doubleheader: New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils at 12:30 p.m. and Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Dallas Stars at 3 p.m. *  more PR

Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith to Deliver Colgate University's 2025 Commencement Address (10)
HAMILTON, New York, March 31 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith to Deliver Colgate University's 2025 Commencement Address Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith will deliver the commencement address at Colgate University's 2025 Commencement on Sunday, May 18. Smith is a distinguished national security expert with more than two decades of experience in U.S. and European defense policy, transatlantic relations, and geostrategic risk. She has held senior leadership posit more PR

Grey's Anatomy: Bust Your Windows (4/17) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Grey's Anatomy: Bust Your Windows (4/17) THURSDAY, APRIL 17 10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT - Grey's Anatomy: "Bust Your Windows" (2115) Logline : A window washer's platform crashes through a hospital window, testing the Grey Sloan team's limits. Meanwhile, Blue and Simone clash over their living arrangements, and Lucas strives to impress Catherine while on her service. (TV-14, DL) Watch episodes next day on Hul more PR

Masters Tournament Coverage on ESPN Offers Extensive, Multiplatform Viewing Options (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 2 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Masters Tournament Coverage on ESPN Offers Extensive, Multiplatform Viewing Options Reimagined Wednesday Schedule with Earlier 2 p.m. Television Start Time for Masters Par 3 Contest; Welcome to the Masters Show Added Disney+ Streaming Masters Par 3 Contest for First Time with ESPN+ Max Homa, Wyndham Clark To Be Analysts During Masters Par 3 Contest Coverage Four Days of Featured Groups, Holes, Two Practice Round  more PR

MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin Highlights State of the Industry at 2025 CinemaCon (10)
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, April 2 -- The Motion Picture Association issued the following news on April 1, 2025: * * * MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin Highlights State of the Industry at 2025 CinemaCon LAS VEGAS - Motion Picture Association Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin today delivers his annual State of the Industry address at CinemaCon. The following are his remarks as prepared for delivery: Ladies and gentlemen: It's always a highlight of my year to be back here at CinemaCon with you, with Michael O'Leary and his great team at the new Cine more PR

Nebraska in the National News: March 2025 (10)
LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 3 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * Nebraska in the national news: March 2025 By Sean Hagewood Two novel studies by University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers -- on different types of adaptation -- made national news in March. The stories were among 45-plus national news stories featuring Husker faculty, administrators, students, staff, centers and programs during the month. * A recent study led by Julian Atanassov, associate professor of finance, was highlighted in a March 17 Fortune  more PR

Paradise: Sinatra (4/14) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Paradise: Sinatra (4/14) MONDAY, APRIL 14 10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT - Paradise: "Sinatra" (102) Logline: Agent Xavier Collins is interrogated. Samantha Redmond (code name: Sinatra) begins to reassure the community as she reflects on how she got to Paradise. Stream on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/paradise-sinatra-4-14/ more PR

Proxy Preview 2025: Materiality Over Politics Drives Shareholder Resilience (10)
OAKLAND, California, April 3 -- As You Sow Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Proxy Preview 2025: Materiality Over Politics Drives Shareholder Resilience MEDIA CONTACT: Ryon Harms, ryon@asyousow.org, (310) 730-9407 Responsible shareholders take measured approach to score strategic wins amid political headwinds and unpopular anti-ESG resolutions. EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA--APRIL 3, 2025-- Today, Proxy Preview 2025, a comprehensive annual review of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) shareholder proposals was released more PR

Shark Tank: 1618 (4/18) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shark Tank: 1618 (4/18) 8:00-9:01 p.m. EDT - Shark Tank: "1618" (1618) Logline: Entrepreneurs bring their best ideas to the tank, including a handheld personal groomer, a picturesque alternative to a cat perch, scented nasal diffusers, and gourmet mozzarella sticks one can make at home. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/shark more PR

The Conners: Danny Boy, the Interview, the New Hire, and the Hanging Chad (4/16) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * The Conners: Danny Boy, the Interview, the New Hire, and the Hanging Chad (4/16) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 8:00-8:30 p.m. EDT - The Conners: "Danny Boy, the Interview, the New Hire, and the Hanging Chad" (704) Logline : Dan sidesteps vulnerable emotions surrounding Roseanne's death ahead of an upcoming deposition. Meanwhile, Becky prepares for a job interview, and Harris impulsively hires a new server at the  more PR

The GR8 Chase Continues Tonight with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals Hosting the Chicago Blackhawks at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+ NHL Power Play (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * The GR8 Chase Continues Tonight with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals Hosting the Chicago Blackhawks at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+ NHL Power Play 'The GR8 Chase' continues tonight, Friday, April 4, as Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals host the Chicago Blackhawks at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+ NHL Power Play - included in all ESPN+ subscriptions. Ovechkin now sits just three goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky 's more PR

The Rookie: Mad About Murder (4/15) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * The Rookie: Mad About Murder (4/15) TUESDAY, APRIL 15 9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT - The Rookie: "Mad About Murder" (714) Logline : Tim receives a strange message, launching a larger investigation into the dark web. Meanwhile, Celina works to take down a popular podcast, and Miles helps update the department's training videos. (TV-14, LV) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www. more PR

Tip Off Time in Tampa! ESPN's MegaCast Presentation of the 2025 NCAA Women's Final Four Begins Friday, April 4 (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 1 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Tip Off Time in Tampa! ESPN's MegaCast Presentation of the 2025 NCAA Women's Final Four Begins Friday, April 4 * Championship Sunday set for ABC - April 6, 3 p.m. ET * Nearly a dozen ESPN platforms present wall-to-wall coverage * The Bird & Taurasi Show Presented by AT&T returns -- ESPN2/ESPN+ for semis, ESPN/ESPN+ on Championship Sunday ESPN's exclusive presentation of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball C more PR

Transcript of ESPN Masters Tournament Media Conference Call (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, March 31 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Transcript of ESPN Masters Tournament Media Conference Call ESPN golf analysts Andy North and Curtis Strange participated in a media conference call today to discuss next week's Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. For the 18 th year, ESPN will have live telecasts of the first two rounds at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday and Friday, April 10-11, along with the lead-in program Welcome to the Masters at 1 p.m. each  more PR

University of Queensland: Crisis Mode - Why Some Businesses Thrive in Times of Trouble (10)
BRISBANE, Australia, April 2 -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Crisis mode: Why some businesses thrive in times of trouble Research led by The University of Queensland has explained why some businesses not only survive crises like recessions, pandemics or natural disasters, but thrive, with periods of extreme growth. Associate Professor Frederik von Briel from UQ's Business School said some of the world's most successful companies rose from obscurity to market leader during times of major societal instability. more PR

Walt Disney Company Celebrates Earth Month With Enterprise-Wide Campaign, OurHOME, Led By National Geographic (10)
BURBANK, California, April 2 -- The Walt Disney Company issued the following news release: * * * Walt Disney Company Celebrates Earth Month With Enterprise-Wide Campaign, ourHOME, Led By National Geographic Throughout April, Disney and Nat Geo Will Spotlight Global Efforts To Protect, Restore and Celebrate the Natural World Stream the ourHOME Collection All Month Long on Disney+ and Tune in for the Premieres of National Geographic's 'Secrets of the Penguins' and Disneynature's 'Sea Lions of the Galapagos' BURBANK, Calif. / WASHINGTON, D.C. more PR

Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Via Webcast (10)
BURBANK, California, April 4 -- The Walt Disney Company issued the following news release: * * * Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Via Webcast BURBANK, Calif., April 3, 2025 - The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will host a live audio webcast to discuss fiscal second quarter 2025 financial results beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET / 5:30 a.m. PT on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Disney will release results before the opening of regular trading on May 7, 2025 and post earnings materials at www.disney.com more PR

Will Trent: A Funeral Fit for a Quartermaine (4/15) (10)
BURBANK, California, March 31 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Will Trent: A Funeral Fit for a Quartermaine (4/15) TUESDAY, APRIL 15 8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT - Will Trent: "A Funeral Fit for a Quartermaine" (314) Logline: When Rafael turns to Will after his grandmother's sudden death, they're forced to confront their painful pasts while navigating present life-threatening dangers. (TV-14, V) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepre more PR