[NakedNews.com] 2020.10.22 [1080p]
On October 22, 2020, the show began with host Laura Desiree introducing Tia Larose, who delivered the entertainment news. Tia reminisced about MTV's past as a music video channel and announced Apple's launch of Apple Music TV, a new 24-hour streaming channel featuring music videos and live events, accessible for free to U.S. residents via Apple Music and Apple TV apps. In movie news, it was reported that China had become the world's largest box office market, surpassing North America with nearly$2 billion in ticket sales, largely due to its effective pandemic response. In response to the pandemic, U.S. theater chain AMC started offering private showings for small groups, while the Alamo Drafthouse also had success with this model. Highlighting Breast Cancer Awareness Month, several celebrities promoted the Kit Undergarment brand, which pledged to donate a portion of sales to breast cancer research. The segment concluded with well wishes for actor Jeff Bridges, who announced his lymphoma diagnosis but stated he had a good prognosis and encouraged voting during this time. Shannon Blake transitioned to current events, discussing Purdue Pharma's guilty plea regarding the opioid crisis and a record cocaine seizure by police in Paraguay. She also covered PayPal's new cryptocurrency service, which would allow users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies directly from their accounts, expected to launch in the U.S. soon. The show featured a Throwback Thursday clip of anchor Athena King, and Frankie Kennedy shared insights about the new WandaVision trailer on Disney+. Shannon reported a surge in Snapchat usage, particularly among Gen Z, and noted the closure of the short-lived Quibi streaming service. James Austin Johnson's viral impression of Donald Trump was acknowledged, showcasing its widespread popularity on social media. The show ended with audience feedback, including requests for segments and comments about recent anchors, reinforcing viewer engagement. Naked News, known for its unique format of delivering news presented by nude anchors, emphasized its commitment to real news and entertainment, maintaining a presence in the infotainment landscape for over 20 years.