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He notes that NBC executives were wary of jeopardizing either show's success, leading to a strategic decision to keep both on air, even if it meant losing potential gains from pairing them differently. The speaker underscores the internal conflicts and favoritism within the network, mentioning Jeff Zucker's role and how some leaders did not favor Letterman. Despite offers and speculation, the network prioritized maintaining the status quo, avoiding risks that could hurt their proven ratings.