24 Hours in Advertising: Monday, May 11, 2015

Dov Charney sues American Apparel, and NBC cuts back on comedies

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Here's everything you need to know about the last 24 hours in advertising, in case you blinked.

Buzzing on Adweek:

NBC cuts back on comedy
For the upcoming 2015-2016 season, NBC plans to cut back on comedy shows and instead focus on dramas and Sunday Night Football. (Adweek)

NBC announces a live sitcom
Next season NBC will air an all-live sitcom, Undateable. NBC's venture will be the first live primetime sitcom to air since Fox aired Roc in 1992-93. (Adweek)

Nationwide CMO's exit surprises the industry
Former Nationwide CMO Matt Jauchius, who took most of the responsibility for the failed "dead kid" Super Bowl spot, surprised roster shops by exiting the company after nine years. (Adweek)

Millennial moms and their media habits
An infographic from the Interactive Advertising Bureau and BabyCenter looks at millennial mothers' media habits. (Adweek)

2015 NewFronts highlights
Adweek editors and reporters pulled together the top 15 moments from the last two...

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