The scandalous event caused NBC Broadcasting Company's reputation among viewers to plummet, and regaining their former stature would not be a quick or easy task.
Meanwhile, the demonstrations didn't stop until a week later. CBS's reputation was also somewhat damaged due to the poaching incident.
ABC seized the opportunity to firmly establish itself at the top of the three major TV networks.
Hardy's retaliation.
Striking at his competitors while boosting his own standing was a two pronged strategy.
But it wasn't over yet.
Henry was still in action.
At NBC, he bribed a planner and an editor. At CBS, he bribed a stenographer and a reporter.
These individuals could provide him with a wealth of information, such as the current projects these two networks were working on and their internal affairs.
Sometimes, a small breakthrough could cause a major blow to a company.
