"Dr. Phil Launches Cable Network with Primetime Show"
Dr. Phil McGraw is launching Merit Street Media, a new cable TV network, with his show "Dr. Phil Primetime" as the anchor. The network, based in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer multiple hours of original programming, including live news broadcasts. McGraw aims to continue offering advice and conducting interviews with headline makers, while also incorporating his conservative views on family values, immigration, and education curriculum. Veteran executive Joel Cheatwood will serve as Chief Operating Officer for Merit Street Media.