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LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 11:38 AM

First let me mention I have nothing against there being a couple of spanish stations.And I'm not trying to ruffle any feathers,anyone who has read some of my posts knows that I think 90+ percent of the English language tv stations on the air now are garbage.Having said that I noticed while scanning through the tv stations there must be at least 10 spanish language stations here.There used to be only one or 2 of them.Just how many spanish stations are needed?And why are there so many nowadays?

LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 11:47 AM

I'm also concerned that these stations get in the way of stations like Me-tv and other quality classic tv stations getting more coverage.I'm still waiting on Me-tv here.

BigManMike · 11-02-2011, 12:08 PM

I don't have cable and here in Memphis there is only one over-the-air Spanish station. But when I go visit family and friends in Texas, there are so many Spanish stations. Dallas has at least 10.

James · 11-02-2011, 12:51 PM

Two words: POLITICAL CORRECTNESS!

tiredmike59 · 11-02-2011, 01:25 PM

One of these days, a mexican will be asking, " Why are there still a few english speaking stations in this country ? "

ekkostar · 11-02-2011, 01:35 PM

DirecTV had a massive amount of them when I subscribed. Probably because Spanish is the second most used language in the US.

James · 11-02-2011, 01:36 PM

I also wonder if these Spanish stations are a ploy by the smutpushers in Hollywood so they can air whatever they want, and that bad words in Spanish will escape the English-speaking public ... and therefore the FCC!

LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by tiredmike59

One of these days, a mexican will be asking, " Why are there still a few english speaking stations in this country ? "

There's probably now more spanish language stations in the states than there are in Mexico.And what is extra crazy is there is not one station(as far as I know at least) from another English speaking country like the countries of the UK,Australia,New Zealand etc. or even Canada available for viewing in the states.

Sammy Reed · 11-02-2011, 03:20 PM

I'd say it's because the "los illegales" demographic market is a pretty rich goldmine right now.

LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Sammy Reed

I'd say it's because the "los illegales" demographic market is a pretty rich goldmine right now.

Yep,that has got to be it,afterall what else could the reason be.Approximately 15+ years ago the only spanish language station I heard of in the states was Univision,and as far as I know they had a fairly limited audience.Now even stations like HBO which I don't have or want have a spanish language station too.

retrofan05 · 11-02-2011, 04:38 PM

I don't know, could it be because Spanish is the primary language for over 35 million Americans? I don't know what you mean about there being "so many" channels. I have basic cable and have no Spanish channels. With so many Spanish speakers in this country, it makes sense to have Spanish channels. If anything, there should be more not fewer. I don't know why anyone should care. It's not as though they're removing a bunch of English channels to make way for them. To be honest, I have no problem whatsoever with people speaking Spanish. There is no law that says foreign language speakers have to learn English and there shouldn't be. It is part of their culture and I applaud them for wanting to be true to that. Why shouldn't they be able to enjoy television the same way as English speakers? This "learn English or get out" mentality is outdated, bigoted, and downright inhospitable. If you have a problem with Spanish channels for any reason, there's something called a remote. Use it.

retrofan05 · 11-02-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by James

I also wonder if these Spanish stations are a ploy by the smutpushers in Hollywood so they can air whatever they want, and that bad words in Spanish will escape the English-speaking public ... and therefore the FCC!

That's probably one of the most ignorant, racist, and ridiculous comments I have ever heard. Contrary to popular belief, people don't speak Spanish simply to freely cuss and make fun of English speakers.

LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 04:52 PM

retrofan05,Regarding your first post addressed to me.Did you read my original post.Or are you just adding a bunch of political nonsense that has nothing to do with this topic.

LUNCH · 11-02-2011, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by retrofan05

It's not as though they're removing a bunch of English channels to make way for them.

I called Me-tv up a few weeks ago and they said one of the reasons they are not available nationwide yet is because of a number of affiliate stations are picking up spanish language stations or stuff like weather channels etc. instead.Even though I have Antenna-tv,I'm sure the same is true in their case too.

retrofan05 · 11-02-2011, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by LUNCH

retrofan05,Regarding your first post addressed to me.Did you read my original post.Or are you just adding a bunch of political nonsense that has nothing to do with this topic.

I wasn't just addressing you, I was addressing everyone that commented that seems to have a problem with Spanish channels. If by "political nonsense" you mean, having respect for other languages and cultures, then yes, I guess I was adding a bunch of "political nonsense." It has everything to do with the topic. If you have a problem with Spanish channels then consequently, you have a problem with Spanish speakers. Because it is Spanish speakers that these channels are targeted at.

11-02-2011, 11:38 AM	#1
LUNCH Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 23, 2010 Location: New York State Posts: 1,304	Why are there so MANY Spanish language stations? First let me mention I have nothing against there being a couple of spanish stations.And I'm not trying to ruffle any feathers,anyone who has read some of my posts knows that I think 90+ percent of the English language tv stations on the air now are garbage.Having said that I noticed while scanning through the tv stations there must be at least 10 spanish language stations here.There used to be only one or 2 of them.Just how many spanish stations are needed?And why are there so many nowadays?

11-02-2011, 11:47 AM	#2
LUNCH Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 23, 2010 Location: New York State Posts: 1,304	I'm also concerned that these stations get in the way of stations like Me-tv and other quality classic tv stations getting more coverage.I'm still waiting on Me-tv here.
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11-02-2011, 01:35 PM	#6
ekkostar Coffee, Tea & Larroquette! Senior Member Join Date: Apr 16, 2005 Posts: 1,077	DirecTV had a massive amount of them when I subscribed. Probably because Spanish is the second most used language in the US.
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11-02-2011, 12:08 PM	#3
BigManMike Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 25, 2006 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 3,022	I don't have cable and here in Memphis there is only one over-the-air Spanish station. But when I go visit family and friends in Texas, there are so many Spanish stations. Dallas has at least 10.

11-02-2011, 12:51 PM	#4
James Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Jan 07, 2001 Location: Dayton, Ohio, USA Posts: 6,370	Two words: POLITICAL CORRECTNESS!

11-02-2011, 01:25 PM	#5
tiredmike59 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 05, 2010 Location: OUTLAW STATE {MO} Posts: 1,868	One of these days, a mexican will be asking, " Why are there still a few english speaking stations in this country ? "

11-02-2011, 01:36 PM	#7
James Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Jan 07, 2001 Location: Dayton, Ohio, USA Posts: 6,370	I also wonder if these Spanish stations are a ploy by the smutpushers in Hollywood so they can air whatever they want, and that bad words in Spanish will escape the English-speaking public ... and therefore the FCC!

11-02-2011, 03:20 PM	#9
Sammy Reed Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Apr 19, 2003 Posts: 403	I'd say it's because the "los illegales" demographic market is a pretty rich goldmine right now.

11-02-2011, 04:38 PM	#11
retrofan05 Member Senior Member Join Date: Aug 25, 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,111	I don't know, could it be because Spanish is the primary language for over 35 million Americans? I don't know what you mean about there being "so many" channels. I have basic cable and have no Spanish channels. With so many Spanish speakers in this country, it makes sense to have Spanish channels. If anything, there should be more not fewer. I don't know why anyone should care. It's not as though they're removing a bunch of English channels to make way for them. To be honest, I have no problem whatsoever with people speaking Spanish. There is no law that says foreign language speakers have to learn English and there shouldn't be. It is part of their culture and I applaud them for wanting to be true to that. Why shouldn't they be able to enjoy television the same way as English speakers? This "learn English or get out" mentality is outdated, bigoted, and downright inhospitable. If you have a problem with Spanish channels for any reason, there's something called a remote. Use it.

11-02-2011, 04:52 PM	#13
LUNCH Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 23, 2010 Location: New York State Posts: 1,304	retrofan05,Regarding your first post addressed to me.Did you read my original post.Or are you just adding a bunch of political nonsense that has nothing to do with this topic.