Mediagazer: Michael Eisner's company, Tornante, and Sinclair Broadcast Group team up to produce and distribute new syndicated talk shows, court shows, and game shows (Brooks Barnes/New York Times)

11:50 PM ET, June 29, 2015

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Brooks Barnes / New York Times:

Michael Eisner's company, Tornante, and Sinclair Broadcast Group team up to produce and distribute new syndicated talk shows, court shows, and game shows — Eisner Brings His Media Expertise to Local TV Markets — LOS ANGELES — Michael D. Eisner is best known for developing …

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