MacStories Unwind Turkey Trots, TV Affiliates, and Holiday Watch Plans
Nov 28, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade and share their unique perspectives on U.S. TV affiliates. John recounts his experience with local broadcasts and his plans for a Thanksgiving turkey trot with his child. Federico enthusiastically recommends The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, highlighting its wit and charm. They also discuss upcoming releases like Stranger Things and Metroid Prime 4, along with John's nostalgic rewatch of Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Get ready for the holiday season with their fun picks and plans!
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Parade TV Memories And A Turkey Trot
- John has never attended the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in person and typically watches it on TV.
- He mentioned running a local turkey trot 5K with his child before Thanksgiving dinner this year.
How U.S. Local Affiliates Work
- Federico and John explain that U.S. TV relies on local affiliates carrying national network programming.
- Local affiliates add region-specific newscasts and slots, which makes channel numbers vary by area.
Digital TV Made Channels Uniform In Italy
- Federico notes that regional channels in Italy faded after the switch to digital TV, so everyone gets the same channels now.
- This contrasts with the U.S. affiliate system where over-the-air channels can vary by city.