Dan Snow sells History Hit network to Little Dot Studios

Podcast and video business with more than 100,000 subscribers sold to All3Media-owned firmBroadcaster Dan Snow has sold his Netflix-style streaming service and popular podcast business to Little Dot Studios, the digital content firm owned by Fleabag and 1917 producer All3Media.Snow, a favourite among history enthusiasts for programmes including Battlefield Britain, The Vikings Uncovered and Operation Goldrush, set up his History Hit on-demand TV and audio network three years ago. Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'

[ The Guardian | 2020-08-11 11:47:47 UTC ]
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