Mediagazer: Weather Company unveils three new web series, offers “four-screen” ad opportunity (Jeff John Roberts/paidContent)

9:45 AM ET, April 30, 2013

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Jeff John Roberts / paidContent:

Weather Company unveils three new web series, offers “four-screen” ad opportunity — The Weather Company continues to expand beyond its core programming with new web series devoted to adventure and human interest. The new content comes as the company deepens its content and advertising strategies.

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