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Bill's guests are Barry Diller, Jake Tapper, Rep. Seth Moulton (Originally aired 5/30/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is the USA ready for AI? The challenges of AI are exposed related to job loss and career on Shop Talk. A software engineer lost his job to AI, his $159K salary, and has sent out 800 resumes with fewer than 10 responses. Caught My Eye celebrates IKEA's Drag Room display while David Geffen and Barry Diller navigate their marriages. Our Business Birthday celebrates James McLamore, founder of Burger King. Listen, laugh, and learn on this week's Focus Group. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Also follow Tim and John on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/focusgroupradio
This week, I took Amy Sedaris & SJP to my new apartment and discovered a minor (major?) flaw with my outdoor shower. Speaking of SJ, we finally got the answer to what her favorite soup is. I went to Barry Diller's star studded book party and had a realization on the show that I'm a Garbage Gobbler (trademark pending).Then, we broadcasted live from Universal Studios in Orlando for the opening of Epic Universe, which was…EPIC. I did get emotional recalling the story when I found out my longtime driver is moving back to Senegal. Plus, we opened up some listener mail, which made me feel SEEN (pun intended)!For more interviews and behind-the-scenes tea, tune in to Andy Cohen Live weekdays on Radio Andy by subscribing to SiriusXM. Use my link https://sxm.app.link/AndyCohen for a free trial! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Daddy Diaries ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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Barry Diller has been a towering force in American entertainment and business for more than half a century. He helped reshape television at ABC, led Paramount during a golden era of filmmaking and launched the Fox network. Today, his digital empire spans travel, home services and online dating. Geoff Bennett spoke with Diller about his remarkable journey and his candid new memoir, "Who Knew." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
On this special episode of Squawk Pod, media icon Barry Diller reflects on his career and the release of his new memoir Who Knew. He discusses launching Fox with Rupert Murdoch, a bitter legal feud with John Malone, and high-stakes negotiations. Diller offers his insights into the evolving media landscape, warning that tech giants now control the industry's future. He also opens up about his personal life lessons, his marriage to Diane von Furstenberg, and how fear shaped his fearlessness in business. An important conversation with one of media's most influential figures. Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Send us a textThis week's episode covers some male-centered entertainment news.Barry Diller, Diane von Furstenberg's husband and prominent media executive, has revealed more about his sexuality and his marriage to the famed DVF designer.Tommy Lee's and his wife, Brittany Furlan, are living separately amidst marital strife after Furlan strayed from the marriage with a catfish pretending to be Ronnie Radke.Brian Austin Green continues his tour of badmouthing his ex, Vanessa Marcil, and praising Megan Fox. Is this a secret attempt to get back in Fox's good graces?Dave Grohl axed his new drummer, Josh Freese, and Freese let the world know about his Foo Fighters firing via Instagram.Jay Leno joined Graham Bensinger for a conversation that revisited his Late Night feud with Conan O'Brien.I'm done discussing Meghan Markle. Give me feedback on IG @THEDISHMASTER
Barry Diller has been a towering force in American entertainment and business for more than half a century. He helped reshape television at ABC, led Paramount during a golden era of filmmaking and launched the Fox network. Today, his digital empire spans travel, home services and online dating. Geoff Bennett spoke with Diller about his remarkable journey and his candid new memoir, "Who Knew." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
To achieve long-term success in tumultuous businesses like media and entertainment, following formulas and data won't get you there. Barry Diller, the current Chairman and Senior Executive of both IAC and Expedia Group, has built a decades-long career in TV, film, and digital media by going with his instincts and betting on what he views as good ideas with limitless potential. He shares what he's learned about navigating the larger-than-life personalities in Hollywood, developing talent over time, and taking advantage of luck when it comes your way. Diller is the author of the new memoir, Who Knew.
Barry Diller's fingerprints are all over pop culture. From inventing the Movie of the Week and pioneering the television mini-series to launching the FOX broadcast network, redefining home shopping channels, and popularizing dating apps — Diller has had a hand in shaping the American experience for decades. His memoir, Who Knew, takes readers from his difficult childhood through his meteoric rise in Hollywood and finally, his reinvention as a groundbreaking internet entrepreneur. And although much of the press around the book has focused on Diller's sexuality and his relationship to his wife, Diane von Furstenburg, nothing in his personal life is anywhere near as fascinating as his singular career. Kara and Barry discuss his life, his family, his approach to business, and his take on Trump and how to beat him. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on the show, Fareed is joined by Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, and Randa Slim, non-resident fellow at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, to discuss President Trump's trip to the Middle East — his first major foreign trip of his second presidency — and his evolving foreign policy. Next, retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal speaks with Fareed about why he believes that the erosion of character is at the heart of America's problems. Finally, media mogul Barry Diller joins the show to discuss his new memoir “Who Knew,” in which he details his successful career running three different top businesses — a movie studio, a TV network and an internet giant. GUESTS: Richard Haass (@RichardHaass), Randa Slim (@rmslim), Stanley McChrystal (@StanMcChrystal), Barry Diller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Megyn brings you the latest episode of The Nerve with Maureen Callahan, on Sean Penn, Diddy, Barry Diller, and more.Subscribe to The Nerve with Maureen Callahan:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nerve-with-maureen-callahan/id1808684702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4kR07GQGQAJaMNtLc9Cg2oSocial: https://thenerveshow.com/
In his new book, “Who Knew,” former television, film and media executive Barry Diller writes of his remarkable business career, while also revealing the sexuality that he kept secret from an early age. Diller sits down with correspondent Tracy Smith to talk about why he thought revealing his sexuality would be “dangerous”; his early days at William Morris; his decades-long relationship with fashion designer Diane Von Furstenberg; and the process of writing a memoir, in which he would “pull the stitches” of memory. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy Mother's Day, New Bryan Kohberger/University of Idaho murder evidence, A Deadly American Marriage on Netflix, Jordon Hudson's reign of terror, Meghan Markle's annoying post, Britney Spears nailing anyone in her orbit, and Eli Zaret joins us to talk sports. Happy Mother's Day! Eli Zaret drops by to roll his eyes at Travis Hunter's girlfriend gifting him a Rolex, praise the Detroit Tigers, Derek Carr retiring, Rafael Devers vs the Boston Red Sox, eulogize Chet Lemon, NBA Playoff officiating, Kentucky Derby horse abuse, the fall of former Baltimore Raven K Justin Tucker, the NHL Playoffs finishes, Donald Trump & Nick Saban team up to “fix” college sports, the Jordon Hudson Bowl, Hudson's commercial weaseling, the softness of The Athletic writer Rustin Dodd and more. Metallica ROCKED Lane Stadium at Virginia Tech. Drew Crime: Dateline dropped a piece on Bryan Kohberger featuring new evidence in the University of Idaho murders. Diddy's trial continues with his new rape-surviving lawyer. The prosecution needs to add some men and/or color. Kanye West loves himself some nitrous oxide. Ye's new hit song: Heil Hitler. Most platforms have banned the video. GiveSendGo: Mo Khan's has slowed down. N-word speaker Shiloh Hendrix is still making that dollar. Mother's Day is all about Meghan Markle. Amber Heard pooped out twins. 83-year-old Barry Diller is spilling like crazy about all the gay affairs he had including one with Johnny Carson's son. John Holmes gave a serious shot of AIDS. More Drew Crime: A Deadly American Marriage. Evan Mercer goes down and gave Mac Saturn a bad name. Stevie Nicks and George Harrison totally got it on. Britney Spears will nail anyone in her orbit. Cher's son looks like total dog crap. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).
Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Seth Doane reports on reaction to this week's election of Pope Leo XIV, and what it means for the Catholic Church. Also: David Pogue looks at the obstacles faced by driverless taxis; Tracy Smith interviews media executive Barry Diller about his new memoir, “Who Knew”; Jo Ling Kent talks with small business owners about the effects of President Trump's tariffs; Faith Salie profiles actress Patricia Clarkson, who plays fair pay activist Lilly Ledbetter in the film “Lilly”; and Jim Gaffigan has a suggestion for how to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yanni delves into Warren Buffett's warning about America's need to care for more than just the casino and take care of the cathedral. Rite Aid is going under, the Met Gala was wild, Andrew Cuomo is changing his tune, Barry Diller comes out of the closet, and Skechers is going private in an effort to reinvent itself. It's going to be ok. Support our show: https://www.patreon.com/yannispappashour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lara and Carey continue to feel the new studio glow, and are ready to bear the weight of the world. They discuss the official start of the Papal Conclave, priests singing showtimes at a piano bar, Barry Diller officially coming out as gay and Lara's dream marriage, Keith McNally's new memoir and Balthazar as a spiritual refuge, ChatGPT inspiring spiritual delusion, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island, SUP's future Golden Globe nomination, and possible serial killer in Valley Village. Back on The Valley, the crew heads to Santa Barbara to race remote control cars, shawts, and spiritual hilling. Doute and Luke keep their load count high, Brittany thwarts Jax's rage texts from rehab, Nia and Danny scheme to spread the word of G*d, Zack confronts Janet once more, all while Jesse and Michelle ramp up their psychosexual divorce games. Listen to this episode ad-free AND get access to weekly bonus episodes + video bonus episodes by joining the SUP Patreon. Watch video episodes of the pod on Mondays and Fridays by subscribing to the SUP YouTube. Relive the best moments of this iconic podcast by following the SUP TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 8, 2025Have you had your dose of The Daily MoJo today? Download The Daily MoJo App! "Ep 050825: Of Women & Robots - The Daily MoJo"The content explores a variety of topics, starting with biscuit tasting and preferences, then moving to technical discussions on microphone processors and the importance of critical thinking. It touches on personal hobbies, past relationships, and societal views on sexual assault. Additionally, it humorously addresses government bunkers, hair growth products, and agency funding issues, while reflecting on Barry Diller's memoir and representation in art, particularly focusing on body image and societal biases.Phil Bell's Morning Update The anniversary of a sad day. HEREJeff Fisher - Host of Chewing The Fat Podcast - Pontificates on the sexual preference of David Lee Roth - why has it taken him so long?Jeff Fisher LinktreeBrandon Morse - Redstate Author & host of The Brandon Morse YouTube channel- Has specific thoughts about the woman statues popping up. Brandon's LinktreeOur affiliate partners:Take care of your body - it's the only one you'll get and it's your temple! We've partnered with Sugar Creek Goods to help you care for yourself in an all-natural way. And in this case, "all natural" doesn't mean it doesn't work! Save 15% on your order with promo code "DailyMojo" at AllNaturalMoJo.comCBD is almost everywhere you look these days, so the answer isn't so much where can you get it, it's more about - where can you get the CBD products that actually work!? Certainly, NOT at the gas station! Patriots Relief says it all in the name, and you can save an incredible 40% with the promo code "DailyMojo" at GetMoJoCBD.com!Romika Designs is an awesome American small business that specializes in creating laser-engraved gifts and awards for you, your family, and your employees. Want something special for someone special? Find exactly what you want at MoJoLaserPros.com There have been a lot of imitators, but there's only OG – American Pride Roasters Coffee. It was first and remains the best roaster of fine coffee beans from around the world. You like coffee? You'll love American Pride – from the heart of the heartland – Des Moines, Iowa. AmericanPrideRoasters.com Find great deals on American-made products at MoJoMyPillow.com. Mike Lindell – a true patriot in our eyes – puts his money where his mouth (and products) is/are. Find tremendous deals at MoJoMyPillow.com – Promo Code: MoJo50 Life gets messy – sometimes really messy. Be ready for the next mess with survival food and tools from My Patriot Supply. A 25 year shelf life and fantastic variety are just the beginning of the long list of reasons to get your emergency rations at PrepareWithMoJo50.comStay ConnectedWATCH The Daily Mojo LIVE 7-9a CT: www.TheDailyMojo.com (RECOMMEDED)Rumble: HEREFacebook: HEREMojo 5-0 TV: HEREFreedomsquare: HEREOr just LISTEN:The Daily MoJo Channel Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-daily-mojo-with-brad-staggs--3085897/support.
Adam and Jason “Mayhem” Miller check out some of the dumber outfits from last night's Met Gala before getting into the top news stories of the day including stories about a letter written protesting JK Rowling (and how it relates to the problem with world and Adam's mother), billionaire Barry Diller comes out as gay, prosecutors calling out Diddy for getting additional consulting help from Mark Geragos, and Adam comes up with a theory about accused people wearing sweater vests. Next on the show Jessica Michelle Singleton shows up to talk about her new special “Hi Y'all!” available now on Punchup live. Adam and JMS then talk about shitty parents, movies and tv shows lying about how people can change, the most insulting scene in any movie towards women (from the movie Good Luck Chuck), Jess then talks about working at a Hess gas station in Florida, disgusting foods (Mt. Dew, Sunny D, and Yoo-Hoo, and driving with her mother across the country to Alaska. Actor Cody Walker then zooms into the show to talk with Adam about his brother failing upwards in Hollywood, their mutual love of fast cars, the Fast and the Furious's perfect send off to Paul, and his passion FuelFest. Get it on. FOR MORE WITH JESSICA MICHELLE SINGLETON:STAND UP SPECIAL: “Hi Y'all!” available now at Punch Up Live GO TO Punchuplive.com/JMSINSTAGRAM + TWITTER: @jmscomedyPODCAST: “IGNORANCE IS BLISS”FOR MORE WITH CODY WALKER:WEBSITE: reachoutworldwide.org | fuelfest.comINSTAGRAM: @codywalkerrowwFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER:INSTAGRAM: @mayhemmillerTWITTER: @mayhemmillerThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinechime.com/AdamHomes.comForThePeople.com/ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.TVRosettastone.com/ADAMLIVE SHOWS: May 24 - Bellflower, CAMay 30 - Tacoma, WA (2 shows)May 31 - Tacoma, WA (2 shows)June 1 - Spokane, WA (2 shows)June 13 - Salt Lake City, UT (2 shows)June 14 - Salt Lake City, UT (2 shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Trump to revive Alcatraz. Plus- WATP Karl with Stuttering John's lies, Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay, & Woke Dad. And- Jury selection for Diddy, Kanye West v. Piers Morgan, Justin Tucker cut, Smokey Robinson accused of rape, and Drew loses to Kirk Gibson. Gibby DOMINATED Drew at bowling and every other leisure activity yesterday. Drew hates birthdays... except Bob Seger. Happy 80th! University of Michigan: Santa Ono has left the cult for Red State Florida. Football Head Coach Sherrone Moore suspended for 2 games of his choice. Kicker Justin Tucker released by the Baltimore Ravens for football reasons… certainly not for the sexual assault accusations. Donald Trump wants to reopen Alcatraz as a prison. Donald had an awkward presser on it while Roger Goodell stood next to him. Former Los Angeles Laker Byron Scott accused of sexual assault 38 years ago. The Diddy trial coverage has begun. Buckle up. WATP's Karl Hamburger drops by to make fun of Stuttering John Melendez, recap Yung Miami on Club Shay Shay, present some Woke Dad and more. Kanye West walked off Piers Morgan's show again. Smokey Robinson has been accused of sexual assault and rape. Somebody crashed into Jennifer Aniston's gate, but she's OK. Barry Diller is so gay now. Met Gala: The stupid Met Gala went down last night. These twins were kicked out. LeBron James was a no-show. Nicole Scherzinger was SNUBBED. Kylie Jenner's feet got stuck. WNBA: Caitlin Clark > Angel Reese. Paige Bueckers is still sorry for being White. What is wrong with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman? Donald Trump wants to offer illegals $$$ to get the hell out of here. Everybody hates Prince Harry. Sometimes it pays to say the n-word. Austin Metcalf's GoFundMe finally passes his murderer's GiveSendGo. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).
Prison Break that wasn't... Uber workers in office three days a week… Most dangerous in Yosemite?... Met Gala recap… Jennifer Aniston is okay… Ye's former place sells… Barry Diller liked guys… Bella Ramsey defends actress and actor… Sarah Michelle Gellar marriage secret... Who Died Today; Sogen Kato 79 not 111… Tourist impaled in Rome… Fan that fell in Pittsburgh is recovering… www.blazetv.com/jeffy Promo code Jeffy… Nicole Shanahan joining The Blaze… (466) Nicole Shanahan - YouTube... No Triple Crown winner this year... Email: ChewingTheFat@theblaze.com Bill Belichick girlfriend a PR disaster?... Joke of The Day… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
À quelques semaines de l'édition 2025 de VivaTech, Pierre Louette, PDG du groupe Les Echos-Le Parisien co-organisateur de l'événement, dévoile les grandes lignes de ce rendez-vous incontournable de la tech mondiale. Du 11 au 14 juin à Paris, VivaTech réunira 160 nationalités, plus de 13 000 startups et des délégations venues des quatre coins du monde.Cette année, le pays à l'honneur est le Canada, un choix fait dès l'automne 2024, bien avant les tensions géopolitiques récentes, précise Pierre Louette. Le pays nord-américain s'est imposé pour son rôle de leader en intelligence artificielle, avec des pôles d'excellence comme le Vector Institute à Toronto, à l'origine de nombreuses entreprises et publications de référence.L'édition 2025 s'annonce comme celle de la confirmation : l'IA y sera omniprésente, dans la santé, la mobilité, la robotique ou encore la défense. VivaTech mettra aussi en lumière les nouvelles frontières de l'innovation, dans un contexte de compétition mondiale et de reconfiguration des équilibres technologiques.Pierre Louette revient également sur le rôle de VivaTech : plus qu'un salon, c'est un événement vivant, où la technologie se montre, se teste et se confronte au réel. Il souligne l'impact concret pour les startups – près de 40 % de leurs contacts commerciaux y seraient générés – et rappelle que de nombreuses innovations y ont été dévoilées avant de devenir des standards du marché.Parmi les personnalités attendues cette année : Thierry Breton, Mathias Döpfner (Springer Media), Joe Tsai (Alibaba), Enrico Letta, Barry Diller… et peut-être Jensen Huang, le patron de Nvidia. Une édition qui promet d'être à la hauteur de son ambition : faire de Paris la capitale mondiale de la tech le temps de quatre jours.-----------
From founding CAA to leading Universal Studios, Ron Meyer built one of the entertainment industry's most storied careers. The high school dropout and former Marine talks with Richard Rushfield about his entire legendary run, especially the events surrounding the pivotal moment in 1995 when he successfully executed a maneuver that has stymied other sharks — leaving the talent ecosystem (and ending his partnership with CAA cofounder Mike Ovitz — "a marriage gone kind of sour”) to become a studio head. He also recalls what lured him to Hollywood ("I want to be the guy in that fast car with beautiful women"), the “ferocious” competition between his agency and William Morris, his “tug-of-war” with Barry Diller at Universal (where he lasted 25 years and survived six owners), the movies he's proudest of and why he's still an optimist about showbiz. “To the day I left Universal, I pinched myself,” he says of his Hollywood journey, which ended with his exit from the studio in 2020. “I always thought it was a miracle.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, former NBC/Universal vice-chair Bonnie Hammer remembers her mother's “kosher” cooking as tasteless and uninspiring, eating college food featuring plentiful carbs (enhanced by ice cream and burgers), and an early marriage where she took up recipe cooking. There are inspiring and hilarious stories of her advancing at early jobs from picking up dog poop to becoming a producer, and ultimately being mentored by her boss, the business titan Barry Diller. She also discusses her splendid book “15 Lies Women Are Told at Work…” with brilliant insights born from her years as “The Queen of Cable.” An entertaining and penetrating conversation with an extraordinary woman! Don't forget to follow all of the social media! @Sarandon_Chris on Twitter @TheOfficialChrisSarandon on Instagram Chris Sarandon on Facebook www.chrissarandon.com linktr.ee/theofficialchrissarandonSubscribe on Youtube at https://youtube.com/shorts/-vGUyj0TK-Q
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In today's episode of Big Shot, we're joined by Mindy Grossman, former CEO of Weight Watchers, who led the company's transformation into a global wellness brand. Like many of our past guests, Mindy's journey involves perseverance, bold decisions, and calculated risk-taking. Mindy's remarkable career began with a surprising choice—dropping out of college. She then worked up to executive roles at Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, the Home Shopping Network, and Weight Watchers. In our conversation today, we cover: Why Mindy dropped out of college and the value of risk-taking Mindy's impact on Nike as the most senior woman executive The importance of rooting out toxic employees in your organization How Mindy revived the culture and inspired employees at HSN Taking Home Shopping Network public Meeting Oprah, their arena tour, and keeping Weight Watchers alive during the pandemic Mindy's sales philosophy, move to private equity, thoughts on family and the Jewish success story, and much more! — In This Episode We Cover: (00:00) Intro (02:33) Mindy's early years as an adopted child of working-class Jewish parents (06:00) Why Mindy quit school and moved to New York (09:00) Mindy's first job as an Executive Assistant (11:40) Mindy's mantra, “passion, purpose, and impact” (12:42) How Mindy landed her first sales role (15:06) Bashert vs. self-determination (15:44) The importance of calculated risk-taking (17:26) Why Mindy left Tommy Hilfiger for Ralph Lauren (20:40) The success of Mindy's new category, main floor (24:00) Why Mindy resigned from Ralph Lauren (25:10) How Ralph Lauren retained Mindy by creating a new role for her (26:50) Mindy's time as CEO of Polo Jeans (28:44) “Intrapreneurship” and the excitement of working with visionaries (31:30) Founders and boards Mindy works with (32:40) Mindy's time at Nike and why she left Polo Jeans (37:05) Mindy's pitch to Barry Diller and her position at Home Shopping Network (45:31) Reviving the culture at HSN (50:10) The huge impact Mindy made on employee morale by buying new chairs (52:18) The “There's no place like HSN” campaign (54:40) The magic moment that affects human behavior to get a sale (57:11) Taking HSN public (1:04:39) Meeting Oprah and joining Weight Watchers (1:08:19) Mindy and Oprah's arena tour (1:09:10) How Mindy kept Weight Watchers customers connected during the pandemic (1:12:25) Mindy's shift to private equity and advising (1:18:30) Mindy's thoughts on Jewish success (1:21:00) The death of her parents and the legacy of belief Mindy passes down — Where To Find Mindy Grossman: • X: https://x.com/mindygrossman • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindygrossman • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-grossman — Where To Find Big Shot: • Website: https://www.bigshot.show/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bigshotpodcast • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigshotshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigshotshow/ • Harley Finkelstein: https://twitter.com/harleyf • David Segal: https://twitter.com/tea_maverick • Production and Marketing: https://penname.co
This week on the GeekWire Podcast, it's a grab-bag of topics, including self-driving wheelchairs, Expedia Group Chairman Barry Diller's comments on the prospects for an acquisition by Uber, and an update on GeekWire's upcoming events and coverage. In the final segment, we discuss what the new Trump administration could mean for technology regulation, including the FTC's antitrust case against Amazon and oversight for tech M&A. Related coverage and links NYT: Tech Giants Face a Familiar Uncertainty With Trump Expedia chairman Barry Diller on potential deal with Uber and Washington Post's ‘blunder' Sea-Tac Airport's self-driving wheelchairs are getting stymied by unexpected obstacles Upcoming GeekWire Events GeekWire Gala, Dec. 12: Register here. Microsoft @ 50: Special series and March 20 event. With GeekWire co-founders Todd Bishop and John Cook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lauren welcomes jack of all trades Mark Bozek to the pod. Mark is the the director of The Times of Bill Cunningham, yes, but he's also the author of a new Rizzoli book on the Battle of Versailles and got his start in fashion working for the legendary, and oft-forgotten, designer Willi Smith. Oh, and Mark also worked for Barry Diller and QVC before Diller made him the C.E.O. of HSN. What a career. Lauren also talks tariffs and Trump. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the final 24 hours until election day, media mogul Barry Diller, chairman of IAC and Expedia, discusses the state of the race and his support for Kamala Harris. He says if Harris wins, she should consider asking Elon Musk to serve on her cabinet to help with cutting government costs. Diller also weighs in on the likelihood of an Uber-Expedia deal and a Comcast spin-off. Plus, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is swapping Intel and Dow Inc for Nvidia and Sherman Williams, a Semafor report says policymakers have begun discussing whether Intel needs more assistance, Berkshire Hathaway sold another chunk of its Apple stake, and Salesforce Co-founder Marc Benioff is in talks to sell media company Time. Barry Diller - 16:34 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
Lauren catches up with yacht aficionado and designer Diane von Fürstenberg, currently the subject of a traveling exhibit, Diane von Fürstenberg: Woman Before Fashion, which just landed at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. They discuss the many iterations of her 50-something-year-old business, what it means to preserve your legacy in fashion, why women designers love Jersey, what it's like to be married to Barry Diller, and the reason she bothers going to the Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley every July. Lauren also recaps the week's headlines, from the Mike Jeffries-Abercrombie bombshell to the F.T.C.'s decision to block the Tapestry-Capri merger. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Don't Kill the Messenger with movie research expert Kevin Goetz
Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Susan Cartsonis, a renowned producer and former studio executive known for championing women's stories in Hollywood. From 20th Century Fox to independent producing, Susan has been behind hits like What Women Want, Where the Heart Is, Aquamarine, Sitting in Bars with Cake, and True Sprit. She shares her journey in the film industry, her passion for storytelling, and her commitment to bringing diverse perspectives to the screen.From Theater to Hollywood: Susan's Early Career (04:32)Susan recounts her transition from theater studies to the film industry, starting as a reader at 20th Century Fox in New York.Favorite Projects at Fox: A Legacy of Impactful Films (19:07)Susan reflects on some of her projects including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Dying Young, working with Bette Midler on For the Boys, and with Jodie Foster on Nell.Going toe to toe with Barry Diller for Sleeping With the Enemy (24:17)Susan shares a memorable story about standing up to Barry Diller in a meeting, advocating for projects she believed in.The Birth of Home Alone (29:25)Susan reveals how her personal family experience helped convince executives to greenlight the beloved classic Home Alone.Producing What Women Want and Championing Women's Stories (31:25)Susan discusses her involvement in producing What Women Want and her passion for supporting women filmmakers and telling stories from diverse perspectives, drawing inspiration from classic films like The Wizard of Oz.The Importance of Inclusion and Female Leadership (39:07)Kevin and Susan discuss the value of inclusive storytelling and advocate for more female leadership in Hollywood and beyond.Balancing Art and Audience in Filmmaking (47:40)Kevin and Susan discuss the delicate balance between honoring artistic vision and meeting audience expectations in film production.The Value of Audience Testing and Interpretation (53:44)Susan praises Kevin's ability to interpret audience feedback and find the "note beneath the note" in test screenings.Susan Cartsonis' passion for women's voices and her experiences as both a studio executive and producer provide listeners with a unique perspective on the film industry. From her work on blockbusters like Nell and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to more recent projects like Carrie Pilby and Beastly, Susan's career highlights the power of storytelling and the importance of representation in cinema.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or connect on social media. Host: Kevin GoetzGuest: Susan CartsonisProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment)For more information about Susan Cartsonis:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_CartsonisIMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0142134/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susancartsonis/?hl=enFor more information about Kevin Goetz:Website: www.KevinGoetz360.comAudienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @KevinGoet
In this special bonus episode of Fire and Fury, Michael and James sit down with Barry Diller, an iconic figure in the media industry and former head of Paramount Pictures and Fox TV. Diller shares his candid perspective on the current political landscape, including his views on Donald Trump, the dangers of a close election, and how Trump's reality-TV persona has reshaped American politics. They also explore the role of wealth and the future of technology in shaping public discourse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week's show by looking back at the D23 Expo. They also discuss what “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” seems to have in common with Joe Dante's “Explorers” In this episode, listeners will learn about: When did the Disney family sell off the Silverado Vineyards How did Barry Diller leaving Paramount to go run 20th Century Fox in the Fall of 1984 result in Michael Eisner becoming Disney's new Chairman & CEO What role did Disney's “Flight of the Navigator” play in Paul Reubens being selected to voice Rex in “Star Tours” How many “Tarzan” movies starring Johnny Weissmuller make for MGM between 1932 & 1942 What did that StarSpeeder 3000 replica that was sold at this year's D23 Expo wind up selling for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week's show by looking back at the D23 Expo. They also discuss what “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” seems to have in common with Joe Dante's “Explorers” In this episode, listeners will learn about: When did the Disney family sell off the Silverado Vineyards How did Barry Diller leaving Paramount to go run 20th Century Fox in the Fall of 1984 result in Michael Eisner becoming Disney's new Chairman & CEO What role did Disney's “Flight of the Navigator” play in Paul Reubens being selected to voice Rex in “Star Tours” How many “Tarzan” movies starring Johnny Weissmuller make for MGM between 1932 & 1942 What did that StarSpeeder 3000 replica that was sold at this year's D23 Expo wind up selling for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ralph welcomes Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, an American trauma surgeon who worked at the European Hospital in Khan Younis. They'll discuss Dr. Sidhwa's experience on the ground in Gaza, as well as his letter (co-signed by 45 other American medical practitioners) to President Biden, VP Harris, and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. Then, Ralph is joined by University of Chicago Booth School of Business Professor Luigi Zingales to look at why business schools are setting capitalism up to fail.Dr. Feroze Sidhwa is a trauma and critical care surgeon as well as a Northern California Veterans Affairs general surgeon, and he is Associate Professor of Surgery at the California Northstate University College of Medicine. Dr. Sidhwa served at the European Hospital in Khan Younis in March and April of this year, and he has done prior humanitarian work in Haiti, the West Bank, Ukraine, and Zimbabwe. Dr. Sidhwa and 45 other American doctors and nurses who have served in Gaza recently sent a letter exhorting President Biden, VP Harris, and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to effect an immediate ceasefire. Gaza is definitely unique compared to anywhere else that I've been—the level of violence, the level of displacement, the level of deprivation of normal things that society provides.Dr. Feroze SidhwaThere's so much in this letter, listeners, that you need to know about because it's such heartfelt and professionally documented close observation. This short interview cannot do justice to the horrors that Dr. Sidhwa and others observed—and they were just there for a few weeks. Ralph NaderOne of the things that we tried to emphasize in the letter is that we don't have anything to say about the politics of the Israel-Palestine conflict…We, as physicians, that's not what we're talking about. We're talking about our own participation in a massive unprecedented assault on a civilian population. By a military that we fund—we supply, literally every day. We provide the training. We provide all the diplomatic cover. The economic support. Everything is coming from the United States. And in the end, the Israelis have already decided what they're going to do. They have decided to destroy Gaza. If half the people there die, oh well, if all of the people there die, oh well. But we don't have to be involved in it.Dr. Feroze SidhwaI think the situation in Gaza has reached such a level, the political moment in the U.S. with Biden not running again, has reached a certain level, and then with Netanyahu's bonker address to Congress—when Nancy Pelosi is openly criticizing the Prime Minister of Israel, he's really screwed up.Dr. Feroze SidhwaLuigi Zingales is the Robert C. McCormack Distinguished Service Professor of Entrepreneurship and Finance at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He co-developed the Financial Trust Index, which is designed to monitor the level of trust that Americans have toward their financial system. He is currently a faculty research fellow for the National Bureau of Economic Research, a research fellow for the Center for Economic Policy Research, a fellow of the European Governance Institute, and the director of Chicago Booth's Stigler Center for the Study of the Economy and the State. Professor Zingales is the co-host (with Bethany McLean) of the podcast Capitalisn't, and co-author (with Raghuram G. Rajan) of the book Saving Capitalism from Capitalists. These days, there is a lot of attention in business school about the environment, about so-called social responsibility, about all these aspects…but business schools like to keep separate the social aspects from the business aspects. So, in many places now there are classes on social entrepreneurship—which is something very interesting where people try to use their entrepreneurial skills to promote an initiative that is good for society at large, even if it's not necessarily profitable. But then if you are not a social enterprise, then you have to be the most capital, profit-maximizing firms on the face of the earth. There is nothing in between.Professor Luigi ZingalesOne year there was a management conference, and I organized a session on corporate fraud. And I expected a lot of people to show up and listen to the panel. In fact, it was a fiasco. Almost nobody showed up, because they don't want to confront their own limitations and problems. They want to see the more glitzy and shiny aspects of success. And that's what attracts them to business school, and that's what we end up selling to them. So I think that we are in part responsible because we cater too much to their own demand. Professor Luigi ZingalesIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 7/31/241. On Monday, nine Israeli soldiers were arrested on suspicion of raping a Palestinian prisoner at the Sde Teiman detention facility. In response, the Middle East Eye reports “Dozens of people…including members of parliament and Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu, gathered outside Sde Teiman and stormed the…facility…[and] Hours later, some 1,200 rioters gathered outside the Beit Lid base, where the nine suspects were taken for questioning.” This piece quotes military chief of staff Herzi Halevi who described the riots as “bordering on anarchy” and said the rioters harmed the military. Yet, “Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich described the suspects as as ‘heroic warriors'…[and] National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who oversees the prisons where Palestinians are detained, called [the suspects] the ‘best heroes' and described the arrests as ‘shameful'.” One of these soldiers has now been released, according to the Middle East Monitor.2. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed Congress last week amid mass protests in Washington D.C. During his speech, Axios reports six spectators were arrested for “disrupting” the address. All six of these demonstrators are family members of the Israeli hostages. Capitol Police spokesperson Brianna Burch is quoted saying “demonstrating in the Congressional Buildings is against the law.”3. In the U.K., the new Labour government is sending mixed messages on their Middle East policy. Late last week, the government announced that they would drop the United Kingdom's opposition to the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against Netanyahu, per CNN. Yet this week, Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced that despite campaign promises, “Labour will…delay recognition [of a Palestinian state] indefinitely, making it conditional on Israel feeling ‘safe and secure,'” as reported by British blog Stats for Lefties. Labour continues to face pressure from independent MPs like Jeremy Corbyn on this issue.4. This week, President Nicolas Maduro was reelected in Venezuela. Elon Musk was caught spreading misinformation implying that Maduro engaged in election fraud – sharing a video that he claimed showed ballot boxes being stolen, when in fact the ballot boxes in question were actually air conditioning units, per Mediaite. The National Lawyer's Guild International Committee however, which sent a delegation to monitor the election, “observed a transparent, fair voting process with scrupulous attention to legitimacy, access to the polls and pluralism.” The NLG statement went on to decry “Despite the soundness of the electoral process, the U.S. backed opposition, with support from an anti-Maduro western press has refused to accept the results, undermining the stability of Venezuela's democracy.”5. Forbes reports that Disney has reached a deal with the unionized workers at Disneyland, ratifying a three-year contract that includes “a $24 hourly minimum wage…wage increases, seniority increases, more flexible attendance and sick leave policies, and other benefits.” This deal thus averts the first strike at the Anaheim park in four decades. Last week, More Perfect Union reported that the 14,000 unionized Disneyland workers “authorized a strike by 99%.”6. Jacobin reports “SpaceX [has won] a First Battle in Its Assault on the NLRB.” In this piece, People's Policy Project founder Matt Bruenig lays out how “SpaceX...[winning] a preliminary injunction in a Texas federal district court against the National Labor Relations Board… moves us closer to a potential Supreme Court decision declaring the NLRB unconstitutional.” This is the latest installment in the corporatist war on administrative law, which has already scored major victories in the SEC v. Jarkesy and Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo cases. Bruenig notes that “For now, the district court's decision simply prevents the NLRB from processing a fairly run-of-the-mill unfair labor practice charge against SpaceX. The real question is going to be what the Supreme Court does once this case makes it to their docket. But in the meantime…it is likely that other companies subject to NLRB proceedings will seek similar injunctions.”7. A storm is brewing within the Kamala Harris campaign over Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan. Democracy Now! Reports “some of the Democratic Party's biggest donors, including LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, are openly pushing Harris to fire…Khan, who has led Biden's antitrust efforts.” NBC notes that Hoffman is a billionaire megadonor and that other megadonors like Barry Diller are also calling for Khan's removal, and adds that “Khan's pro-consumer, pro-worker, anti-monopoly agenda has attracted no small amount of hate from powerful and monied interests.” On the other side, Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren and the Service Employees International Union – a close labor ally of Harris – have defended Khan. This battle illustrates the cross-cutting interests Harris will have to navigate as the Democratic nominee, and possibly, as president. We urge the Vice President to back Khan, not the billionaire donor class.8. The Washington Post is out with a heartbreaking new report on the increase of homelessness among “Working Americans with decent-paying jobs who simply can't afford a place to live.” This report cites data showing that homelessness, already at record highs, is only getting worse – growing by 61% in Southeast Texas over the past year, 35% in Rhode Island, and 20% in northeast Tennessee. Throughout the country, rents have risen by over 32% in four years and overall homelessness by 12%.9. In another disturbing economic trend, a new academic working paper out of UCLA and USC analyzes how the “widespread legalization of sports gambling over the past five years has impacted consumer financial health.” The most-discussed findings of this paper have to do with debt, with a “roughly 28% increase in bankruptcies and an 8% increase in debt transferred to debt collectors,” along with substantial increases in auto loan delinquencies and use of debt consolidation loans. As the researchers put it “these results indicate that the ease of access to sports gambling is harming consumer financial health by increasing their level of debt.”10. Finally, for some good news, the White House issued a statement Monday celebrating that “As of today, over 600,000 Teamster workers and retirees have pensions protected from devastating cuts,” as part of Biden's signature American Rescue Plan. This announcement came after the administration acted to protect 70,000 worker pensions in New England, building on similar actions in Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania. As the Boston Globe explains “The [American Rescue Plan] set up a special financial assistance program that allows struggling multi-employer pension plans to apply for assistance from the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, a federal agency that protects the retirement incomes of workers in defined benefit pension plans.” The administration is paying particular attention to the protection of Teamsters, as that union's leadership has been flirting with an embrace of the GOP. Not one Republican voted for the American Rescue Plan.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe
Braving Business: Tales of Entrepreneurial Resilience and Courage in the Face of Adversity
In season 3's season premiere, we explore the exciting world of television with Dave Noll, a mastermind behind some of the most iconic TV series. Dave, who began his TV career in the early 2000s, teamed up with Cleve Keller in 2007 to form Keller/Noll, specializing in game shows and reality formats. This partnership has produced hit shows like "Chopped" and "America Says."Dave is a two-time Emmy Award winner, known for creating the hit series "Chopped," which has over 1,000 episodes. He also created "America Says," with over 500 episodes, and "Punchline" on Fox. Dave has created over 60 series and sold over 200 shows globally.Dave is also a sought-after speaker and author of "The Visionary In Charge." He inspires audiences with his insights on creativity, innovation, and overcoming fear.Episode Summary:Dave Noll shares his journey from aspiring TV producer to creating popular game shows. He talks about his partnership with Cleve Keller, the influence of Barry Diller, and the creation of "Chopped." Dave also discusses his book, "The Visionary In Charge," and offers insights into the power of one extraordinary idea and rethinking traditional boundaries. He emphasizes perseverance and adaptability in his success.Key Discussion Points:1. Early career and what drew Dave into television.2. The dynamics of his partnership with Cleve Keller.3. Leadership lessons from Barry Diller.4. The backstory and impact of "Chopped."5. The secret to "Chopped's" success.6. Insights from "The Visionary In Charge."7. His philosophy of "Don't EVER Think Big."8. Personal experiences of fear and innovation.9. Interacting with diverse talents.10. Evolution of the entertainment industry.11. Exciting new projects.Quotable Moments:- "The most effective work comes from simple ideas executed elegantly."- "Success is about 90% grit and determination."Connect with Dave:- Explore Dave's work through his book "The Visionary In Charge" and his LinkedIn profile.Outro:Thanks to Dave Noll for sharing his wisdom and stories. His approach to creativity and resilience continues to inspire.Listener Engagement:Share your thoughts and stories of overcoming challenges in your entrepreneurial journeys.Disclaimer:The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Braving Business Podcast or its hosts.Remember to subscribe, rate, and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Stay brave!
On the ground in Paris for the Olympics, Andrew Ross Sorkin gets a head start on interviews with the Games attendees, hours before the opening ceremonies on the Seine. Joe Kernen and Becky Quick, in New York until their trips to Paris over the weekend, discuss France's millions of Olympics visitors and security concerns as the city fills up. Already there is Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky, who says hundreds of thousands of those visitors booked stays through his platform–including one lucky couple staying in the Musée d'Orsay. Also settled for the Games: IAC chairman Barry Diller. The media mogul and Democratic donor discusses why he stopped supporting President Biden's reelection campaign and why he has full faith in Vice President Kamala Harris. Plus, a veteran media executive, Diller explains why he is no longer vying for Paramount Global. Tune into the Olympics on NBC for the opening ceremonies and all the Games! Barry Diller - 05:48Brian Chesky - 25:43 In this episode:Brian Chesky, @bcheskyBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie
Reed Hastings of Netflix, Barry Diller of Paramount, the Disney family, and more are pulling out of their campaign donations for Biden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kim Masters and guest Banterer Lucas Shaw of Bloomberg News discuss the latest twist in the Paramount saga: Just after billionaire Barry Diller raised his hand as a potential buyer, the Skydance-Paramount deal is resurrected from the dead. Plus, Masters returns with an encore of her 2021 interview with Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky, two of the three showrunners behind the award-winning HBO Max series "Hacks." Downs and Statsky talk about how lead actress Jean Smart insisted the cameras keep rolling when her husband passed away with a week of shooting the first season left.
At the ECB's annual central banking forum in Sintra, Portugal, Sara Eisen moderated a panel discussion with Fed Chair Jerome Powell, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde and Central Bank of Brazil Governor Roberto Campos Neto. Among the topics: inflation, interest rates, geopolitics, AI and the path ahead forglobal markets and the economy. David Faber, Leslie Picker and Wilfred Frost covered all of the bases on the markets, including Tesla shares jumpingon stronger-than-expected Q2 deliveries. Also in focus: Barry Diller and the Paramount M&A saga. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer
Noticias Económicas y Financieras Algunos aparentemente no recibieron el memorándum, o no investigaron los estudios de casos clásicos sobre ventaja competitiva. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment $CSSE, la empresa matriz de Redbox, se declaró en quiebra, con una factura de casi $1B adeudada a cientos de acreedores, incluidos Sony, Warner Bros, Walgreens y Walmart. Además de una red de 24.000 quioscos de alquiler de DVD, CSSE tenía algunos activos de televisión y transmisión en directo que nunca despegaron, incluidos servicios de vídeo a la carta con publicidad como Crackle y Popcornflix. Hablando de las guerras del streaming, Paramount Global $PARA estaría en conversaciones para combinar su oferta Paramount+, que está perdiendo dinero, con los servicios de Warner Bros. Discovery y/o Comcast. Una combinación daría a Paramount+ una base más firme con la que competir con los actores más grandes, estabilizar la rotación y también eliminar algunas pérdidas de streaming del balance general de la compañía. Paramount subió un 3% el lunes después de un informe separado de que el magnate de los medios Barry Diller y su compañía IAC $IAC están explorando una oferta para tomar el control del gigante del entretenimiento. Impulsado por los recortes de precios en la mayoría de los modelos, BYD (OTCPK:BYDDF) estableció un nuevo récord de ventas en el segundo trimestre y se acerca cada vez más a superar a Tesla $TSLA una vez más como el mayor vendedor de vehículos eléctricos del mundo. El fabricante de automóviles chino vendió 426.039 vehículos eléctricos puros en el segundo trimestre, pisándole los talones a Tesla, que probablemente vendió alrededor de 440.000 unidades, según las previsiones de los analistas. Tesla tiene previsto informar hoy de sus ventas del segundo trimestre, pero muchos han estado tambaleándose en las estimaciones debido a las preocupaciones sobre la demanda, así como a los datos de matriculación de Europa y China. BYD superó por última vez a Tesla como el mayor vendedor de vehículos eléctricos en el cuarto trimestre de 2023. Nvidia $NVDA fue la clara ganadora cuando se le preguntó cuál sería la acción del S&P 500 con mejor rendimiento en la segunda mitad de 2024, obteniendo el 31% de las más de 500 respuestas a la encuesta. Otros grandes nombres de la IA también obtuvieron plata y bronce, con Microsoft $MSFT y Apple $AAPL recibiendo el 8% y el 6% del total de votos, respectivamente. Memes por ahí: Roaring Kitty es demandada por un plan de bombeo y descarga. Las acciones de restaurantes estadounidenses comienzan el tercer trimestre con otra caída. Es probable que Nvidia $NVDA enfrente cargos por parte de las autoridades antimonopolio francesas.
Show Notes: Title: Media Entrepreneur and Filmmaker Show notes: Natalia Tsarkova, a transfer student from Latvia, was the first student from the former Soviet bloc to apply to an American college. She was thrown into a completely different world and roles, but knew she wanted to create more contexts for others to transform their lives like she didher life. Growing up in Latvia, she watched pirated MTV videos and credits seeing Billy Jean for the first time for inspiring her to work in the media space. In 1993, she met a professor at the MIT Media Lab, who recognized her mixed background of mathematics, social studies, and filmmaking. She fell into the master's program at the MIT Media Lab, where she was educated on the new way of thinking about media and how to create more meaningful experiences through on-demand interactive media platforms. Working in Video on Demand and Interactive Experiences Natalia was eager to move to New York City and found a job with a startup in Soho. She was driven to explore the world of startups and entrepreneurs, which she didn't know much about before. She created projects Barry Diller, Sony Music and was hired by the Beatles estate to create the first Beatles digital experience. She had the luxury of diving deep into the Beatles archives and creating unique digital content. Natalia worked with IMG, fashion, and sports, and was tasked with explaining the digital transformation to CEOs in management, helping them imagine new types of media experiences that were digital and on demand. Her journey from MIT to New York City was filled with excitement, partying, and meeting people from all walks of life. She was able to stay afloat as a consultant, working on projects that fascinated her and helped shape the future of digital media. The Development of Transmedia In 2001, Natalia met her husband, a French television music television producer, who was looking for a digital media expert. In 2003, they set up the first European video on demand platform, called Transmedia. Natalia convinced television producers that linear television was dead and that video on demand was the future. They built a business by packaging content from France television and other European producers and selling it to telcos in Belgium, Switzerland, and even France. With their large library of live musical content, they launched a video on demand platform called iConcerts, similar to Netflix but with only live music. This platform evolved into a hybrid high-definition TV/Video on Demand channel, licensed by operators in 128 countries between 2007 and 2010. The platform was successful, with collaborations with CCTV, an office in Singapore, Paris and Tokyo and partnerships with Senegalese musicians and Africa. Natalia explains how she became disillusioned a few years before it was sold. Making a TV Documentary Ever since Harvard, Natalia always did some form of documentary filmmaking. During summers, she rented a house in France and started filming the Gypsy Kings, a group that were popular in the 90s. Natalia showed the excerpts to a head of a European arts channel called Arte, who suggested she submit a the proposal for a full length film. The film was released in 2016 and received triple primetime ratings on the channel, and the Gypsy Kings loved it. This experience of original content storytelling and the idea of tribes, such as the Gypsy tribe, inspired her. She moved on to create a project called Tribo, designed to be a storytelling platform for groups to share their stories. Tribo has become more about digital storytelling and dynamic storytelling. The Evolution of the Tribo Platform Natalia discusses the concept of Tribo as a media platform for storytelling. Tribo was initially designed as an extension of live music festivals, but after two years of testing, it has been found to be particularly effective in private communities during COVID-19. Tribo aims to create a platform where stories that matter over time are told, such as collective storytelling. This can involve recording portraits of different people who are part of the organization, allowing everyone to post photos and videos during an event, and giving CEOs a space to motivate everyone. Natalia emphasizes the importance of engagement from employees, as most companies struggle with sharing their stories due to busy work and reluctance to share. By providing equal opportunities for sharing and having leaders interviewing people, Tribo can capture the heritage and legacy of the community. Influential Harvard Professors and Courses Natalia was particularly fond of the VES department, where she watched two movies a day, and had a close friendship with Robert Gardner, Director of the Film Study Center and Svetlana Boym, an expert on Soviet art and modern art. She mentions Liah Greenfield, her thesis advisor. She also worked for the Harvard Negotiation Project, created by Roger Fisher, a professor at HLS known as the ultimate expert on negotiation.. Her first job at Harvard was working at the Russian research center, where she was hired by Marshall Goldman, a big Soviet studies professor. Timestamps: 05:12 How a Latvian student applied to Harvard despite obstacles 11:30 Moving to NYC, starting a business, and networking 14:00 Digital media, video on demand, and startup experience 21:03 Entrepreneurship, media, and filmmaking 24:15 Filmmaking, loss, and entrepreneurship 31:27 Using tech for collective storytelling in organizations 41:17 Grief, trauma, and resilience after loss 44:42 Filmmaking, Harvard experiences, and connections Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalia-tsarkova Website: Tribo.Live Kings of the World: https://vimeo.com/197952008/d444b20c11 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliatsar/
When this podcast ended, we promised that we would come back if we could land interviews with people associated with the show. Today we are keeping our promise and are back with a writer and producer: Richard Gurman! Richard was involved with Married with Children from its start with the Unaired Pilot in late 1986 through the end of Season 10. He also wrote the first episode of Season 11. If there is one person besides the show's creators who can tell the complete story of Married with Children, this is the guy! Mr. Gurman has a new book out on April 23, 2024 entitled Married… With Children vs. the World: The Inside Story of the Shock-Com that Launched FOX and Changed TV Comedy Forever. This book is the definitive inside story that you need to add to your Married with Children collection, and just like watching episodes of the show, you will want to read this book over and over again! This book has been reviewed and endorsed by Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, David Garrison, and Michael G. Moye! Richard worked in Hollywood for over thirty-five years writing, producing, and showrunning such popular TV shows as Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, Mork & Mindy, Diff'rent Strokes, Facts of Life, Still Standing, and of course Married… With Children. In 2017, he produced the documentary film This Is Bob Hope for the PBS series American Masters, and in 2020, along with director John Scheinfeld, he executive produced the documentary The Happy Days of Garry Marshall for ABC. According to IMDB he has writing credits across 21 shows, producer credits on 15 shows, and has also been a creative consultant and story editor. Richard holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in journalism from the University of California at Berkeley. In this interview, Annabel talks to Richard about his Hollywood career, his days on Married with Children, and of course about his book! Topics include, a week in the life of a television writer on Married With Children, Barry Diller, Terry Rakolta, the global impact of the show and much MUCH more! So, let's dust off the chairs in the nudie bar, put the Girlie Girl beer back on ice, and listen in to Mr. Richard Gurman! This book is available where all books are sold. You should go out and BUY this TODAY if you haven't preordered it already!
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Barry Diller trashed former Trump calling him a con-man. An Earthquake hit the East Coast at 10:19 am. The Yanks have moved the start of Monday's game time because of the eclipse.
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Disney's Bob Iger has won his boardroom proxy battle against Nelson Peltz. Media mogul and IAC Chairman Barry Diller weighs in on the evolution of entertainment, including the path forward for Disney, for Paramount Global, and for streamers competing with Netflix. As founder of Fox Broadcasting and former CEO of Paramount, Diller shares his perspective on TikTok, AI, and a four-day workweek. Plus, Snapchat is testing a new feature for subscribed users: rankings in friend orbits. The Wall Street Journal suggests that Snapchat's newest innovation could make social media's toll on teen mental health even worse. Tech venture capitalist Bradley Tusk discusses the rising rates of anxiety and depression among young people, and he highlights the need for federal regulation of social media. Barry Diller - 13:14Bradley Tusk - 33:51 In this episode:Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie