Lives were so much simpler, and in a lot of ways more pleasant, when we had 3 major TV networks, a few local networks, 13 channels on the VHF dial, you could always find something good to watch and, as for monthly fees, it was all free.
Displayed my Hot Rod Model A and Deuce Ford models I did at the National Orange Show back around 1980 and I even won a blue ribbon, which was very rewarding.