Sometimes Americans wonder why English characters start talking about a basic cable channel when they really should be seeking medical help.
The basic cable A&E began its life as “Arts & Entertainment” and was originally a mix of British import shows and high culture presentations (e.g., televised orchestra concerts). But much like carcinisation in aquatic invertebrates, for basic cable, apparently channels tend to evolve towards mostly showing Law & Order reruns.
Perhaps you can be more inclusive in your language on the future.