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Article: Trio channel doesn't deserve to die, but there are ominous signs.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
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- August 10, 2004
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Byline: Aaron Barnhart
In the annals of television, few have done so much with so little as the people behind the Trio channel.
Over its two-plus years on cable, the creative team has proved adept at finding the gems buried deep in the rockpile of popular culture. It has provided a home for "Laugh-In" reruns and classic David Letterman shows, repackaged historic flops like "Cop Rock" and "My Mother the Car" and simply realized that "Battle of the Network Stars" is funnier now than it was in 1978. It has mixed those with documentaries, fine arts programs and just plain odd stuff to win over smart and sophisticated viewers. Entertainment Weekly named Trio ...