Late Show Canceled & an NFL–ESPN Mega Deal: Has Streaming Finally Beaten Linear TV? | Behind the Numbers

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss if the death of the Late Show is “the canary in the linear coal mine” and the biggest takeaways from the landmark NFL and ESPN deal. Join our conversation with Senior Director of Podcasts and host, Marcus Johnson, Senior Editor, Daniel Konstantinovic, and Vice President of Content, Paul Verna. Listen everywhere you find podcasts and watch on YouTube and Spotify. To learn more about our research and get access to PRO+, go to EMARKETER.com Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities, contact us: [email protected] For more information, visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at [email protected] For a transcript of this episode, click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/ podcast-late-show-canceled-nfl-espn-mega-deal-has-streaming-finally-beaten-linear-tv-behind-numbers © 2025 EMARKETER Got an ecommerce challenge? Awin has you covered. With Awin’s affiliate platform, brands of all sizes can unlock endless marketing opportunities, reach consumers everywhere, and choose partners that fit their goals. Control costs, customize programs, and drive real results. Learn more at awin.com/emarketer .