Just did a bit of internet research, and this is pretty much a strong arm move by DirecTV that was originally done by Dish Network back in 2011. Weather Nation was brought on to replace TWC on Dish during their dispute. That's what DirecTV has picked up Weather Nation for, as well. It is designed to force TWC into meeting their demands. Quite frankly, if it means we lose TWC and gain Weather Nation, I wish the Weather Channel would call their bluff and go away.