
Live + Same Day Cable News Daily Ratings for Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Note: CNBC showed live coverage of the NHL quarter-finals instead of some of its usual programming.
| P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) | ||
| Total Day | ||||
| FNC | 1,258 | 317 | 561 | |
| CNN | 309 | 99 | 133 | |
| MSNBC | 493 | 137 | 213 | |
| CNBC | 176 | 61 | 96 | |
| FBN | 63 | 12 | 33 | |
| HLN | 204 | 79 | 106 | |
| Primetime | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) | |
| FNC | 2,085 | 425 | 826 | |
| CNN | 473 | 142 | 209 | |
| MSNBC | 954 | 236 | 388 | |
| CNBC | 415 | 186 | 178 | |
| FBN | 47 | 6 | 21 | |
| HLN | 280 | 100 | 135 | |
| Net | Morning programs (6-9 AM) | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | FOX & Friends | 1,173 | 328 | 633 |
| CNN | Early Start/Starting Point | 172 | 69 | 93 |
| MSNBC | Morning Joe | 487 | 191 | 271 |
| CNBC | Squawk Box | 120 | 30 | 81 |
| HLN | Morning Express w/ Meade | 247 | 106 | 145 |
| Net | 5PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | FIVE, THE | 1,707 | 418 | 723 |
| CNN | Situation Room | 479 | 113 | 163 |
| MSNBC | HARDBALL WITH C. MATTHEWS | 778 | 145 | 240 |
| CNBC | FAST MONEY | 202 | 40 | 100 |
| HLN | HLN SPECIAL REPORT | 278 | 76 | 105 |
| Net | 6PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | SPECIAL RPT W/BRET BAIER | 1,970 | 336 | 714 |
| CNN | John King USA | 402 | 88 | 133 |
| MSNBC | POLITICS NATION | 723 | 150 | 226 |
| CNBC | Mad Money | 201 | 64 | 130 |
| HLN | Prime News | 294 | 100 | 138 |
| Net | 7PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | The Fox Report W/S.SMITH | 1,825 | 416 | 786 |
| CNN | ERIN BURNETT OUTFRONT | 317 | 90 | 141 |
| MSNBC | HARDBALL WITH C. MATTHEWS | 877 | 182 | 325 |
| CNBC | Kudlow Report | 201 | 54 | 109 |
| CNBC | NHL QTR FINALS L | 218 | 91 | 103 |
| HLN | JANE VELEZ-MITCHELL | 316 | 103 | 154 |
| Net | 8PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | THE OREILLY FACTOR | 2,756 | 519 | 1,050 |
| CNN | Anderson Cooper 360 | 436 | 123 | 212 |
| MSNBC | Ed Show | 869 | 177 | 376 |
| CNBC | NHL QTR FINALS L | 314 | 117 | 117 |
| HLN | HLN LOCAL EDITION | 244 | 132 | 132 |
| Net | 9PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | Hannity | 1,851 | 432 | 762 |
| CNN | Piers Morgan Tonight | 534 | 172 | 227 |
| MSNBC | Rachel Maddow Show | 970 | 262 | 411 |
| CNBC | NHL QTR FINALS L | 507 | 224 | 217 |
| HLN | Dr. Drew | 207 | 82 | 99 |
| Net | 10PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | ON THE RECORD W/GRETA | 1,632 | 323 | 666 |
| CNN | Anderson Cooper 360 | 451 | 132 | 186 |
| MSNBC | Last Word W/ L. ODONNELL | 1,023 | 269 | 377 |
| CNBC | AMERICAN GREED | 173 | 99 | 83 |
| CNBC | NHL LIVE POST QTR FINALS | 311 | 136 | 128 |
| CNBC | NHL QTR FINALS L | 605 | 306 | 285 |
| HLN | Nancy Grace | 283 | 90 | 149 |
| Net | 11PM | P2+ (000s) | 25-54 (000s) | 35-64 (000s) |
| FNC | THE OREILLY FACTOR | 1,214 | 364 | 613 |
| CNN | ERIN BURNETT OUTFRONT | 342 | 107 | 158 |
| MSNBC | Ed Show | 587 | 156 | 253 |
| CNBC | Mad Money | 99 | 79 | 56 |
| HLN | SHOWBIZ TONIGHT | 207 | 69 | 121 |
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For other days cable news ratings click here.
P2+ = viewers over the age of 2
(25-54) = Adults 25-54 viewing
(35-64) = Adults 35-64 viewing
Prime Time = 8-11pm
LIVE+SD: The number that watched a program either while it was broadcast OR watched via DVR on the same day [through 3AM the next day] the program was broadcast. For more information see Numbers 101.
Scratch = when a show's audience fails to meet minimum Nielsen reporting levels. For more information go here.
Nielsen Cable Network Coverage Estimates (as of July, 2011)
CNN/HLN: 101.12 million HHs
CNBC: 98.62 million HHs
FNC: 99.15 million HHs
MSNBC: 95.72 million HHs
Fox Business: 58.15 million HHs
Nielsen TV Ratings Data: ©2012 The Nielsen Company. All Rights Reserved.










@Gabriel
You know what today is? IT’S 420 DAY!
Julie Brown
Posted April 20, 2012 at 12:25 PM
Awww Poor Rachel Maddow……she’s being sued for $50 million dollars….
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A story from one year ago. Good job Magnum P.I.
A new photograph obtained exclusively by ABC News showing the bloodied back of George Zimmerman’s head, which was taken three minutes after he shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, gives possible credence to his claim that Martin had bashed his head against the concrete as he fought for his life.
Video here.
The photographer told ABC News exclusively that they did not see the scuffle that night, but did hear it. The source saw Martin’s prostrate body on the wet grass and claims the gunpowder burns on Martin’s gray hoodie were clearly visible; the gunpowder marks could show that Martin was shot at very close range.
Watch Zimmerman apologize here.
Carolyn loved the waves, I thank ya
*Climate Alarmist Calls For Burning Down Skeptics’ Homes
hmmm…wouldn’t that cause more warming?
Off to do my part in celebrating 420 day.
C’ya
Climate Alarmist Calls For Burning Down Skeptics’ Homes
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Also taking their houses & making them live in flooded areas.
Hillbilly
Posted April 20, 2012 at 12:31 PM
@Gabriel
You know what today is? IT’S 420 DAY!
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I’m not a part of that culture. While I enjoy smoking with friends, I experience my most profound introspection under cannabis when I’m alone and in silent darkness. It isn’t a recreational drug when used in that manner.
*Mars craters may hold life
Mars craters a ‘safe haven’ for life?
I guess Russia and China may find out, they have a space program, we eh…well….
@Gabriel
I experience my most profound introspection under cannabis when I’m alone and in silent darkness.
Heck, I do that when I’m roasting my own imported coffee beans
Hillbilly
Posted April 20, 2012 at 12:33 PM
A new photograph obtained exclusively by ABC News showing the bloodied back of George Zimmerman’s head, which was taken three minutes after he shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, gives possible credence to his claim that Martin had bashed his head against the concrete as he fought for his life.
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I don’t understand. Is anyone doubting that Trayvon was beating him up? If I attacked Jon Jones in a Walmart parking lot, I am certain that MY injuries will include a broken arm, missing teeth, permanent vision loss due to eye trauma, and unconsciousness. None of those injuries changes the fact that I was the illegal aggressor, which is what this entire case is about. The bloody head only indicates who was getting beat up.
See you all at Applebee’s, I’ll save you a seat
Later Gators
BBL….
And this is one of the democratic party leaders!!! How profound!
Nancy Pelosi: I Wish [Poor] Would Earn More So They Could Pay More [Taxes]
Then there is this profund but equally stupid statement from a democrat!
Sen. Brown: ‘Only Reason’ Things Getting Done In DC Is ‘Because I’m There,’ ‘Working Hard Across The Aisle’
another OOOpsy Mr President
At Red Sox game, President Obama comes on big screen to recognize Fenway’s 100th anniversary, followed by loud chorus of boos.
Gabriel – I don’t understand. Is anyone doubting that Trayvon was beating him up? If I attacked Jon Jones in a Walmart parking lot, I am certain that MY injuries will include a broken arm, missing teeth, permanent vision loss due to eye trauma, and unconsciousness. None of those injuries changes the fact that I was the illegal aggressor, which is what this entire case is about. The bloody head only indicates who was getting beat up.
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Well we don’t know the facts yet. Just because I follow you doesn’t make me the aggressor, nor give you the right to attack me. Like i said earlier – If following somebody is reason to attack them, there would be allot of guys in Florida with broken bodies during spring break.
We don’t know if Zimmerman was on his way back to his car when the confrontation took place. If he was then that makes Trayvon the follower. If Zimmerman was at his car, then confronted by Trayvon, then Trayvon went out of his way to confront Zimmerman. What we do know is that we will never get Trayvon’s side of the story. That makes IMO a conviction very difficult.
We can type what “if’s” all day long. Until ALL the evidence is heard nobody can say for sure what did or didn’t happen. All the folks wanting Zimmerman held accountable for his actions (following somebody as far as what’s been reported) don’t understand that’s not a reason to attack somebody. He (Trayvon) supposedly had a phone, call 911 telling them your being followed. Supposedly Zimmerman lost sight of Trayvon. If thats true then Trayvon was no longer in what I’m guessing he perceived as danger. If Trayvon then inserts himself back into Zimmerman’s immediate location, how is that Zimmerman’s fault?
Ratboy wrote: “…At Red Sox game, President Obama comes on big screen to recognize Fenway’s 100th anniversary, followed by loud chorus of boos.”
That happening in MA may have to do with Pres. Obama being a Chicago White Sox fan growing up and one who was unable to name a favourite ChiSox player of the time when asked. Heck, I can’t name one memorable ChiSox players from the top of my head either, but then again I’m a Red Sox fan with plenty to choose from.
Pres. Obama not being able to come up with a favourite player reminded me of Sarah Palin drawing a blank at naming a newspaper.
@ AppleStinx
Come on man! i am not a fan but …..Nellie Fox, Carlton Fisk, Frank Thomas just to name a few! Now they dont stand up to some of the Cub’s greats (I am a fan) Billy Williams, Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, Fergie Jenkins, Bruce Sutter, and lets not for get the one they let get away, Lou brock
Thursday is open! Coffee Steve went out to eat without us so let him clean up when he gets back!!