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Thousands of newly released congressional documents reveal the Biden FBI targeted hundreds of Republicans under “Arctic Frost,” which later turned into the Jack Smith investigation, which GOP lawmakers now call a scandal bigger than Watergate. CEO of the Federalist, Sean Davis, breaks it down. Paramount begins mass layoffs after its Skydance merger, cutting about 2,000 jobs, including roughly 100 at CBS News, as new Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss starts her overhaul of the network. The Fed cuts rates by a quarter point to a three-year low, but President Trump says Jerome “Too Late” Powell still might need to go. Authorities in Mississippi are searching for several research monkeys that escaped after a truck overturned on the highway. Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.comWalmart: Learn how Walmart is fueling the future of U.S. manufacturing at https://Walmart.com/America-at-work Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Paul and Mesh discuss Skydance's bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and the sales process that it ignited which includes many usual suspects, Comcast, Netflix, Apple, etc. Next, they reminisce about MTV's lasting cultural impact as Skydance Paramount announced that it will shutter the MTV Europe music video channels at the end of 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CBS Evening News Co-Anchor John Dickerson has announced he is leaving CBS at the end of the year. After a 16 year career at the network and less than a year at the anchor desk, many are pointing to the timing of his announcement with the new leadership at CBS News. That leadership has been put in place in recent weeks following the purchase of CBS parent company Paramount by Skydance, a company run by the son of Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest people and a good friend of Donald Trump. Is it just a personal decision, is it poor ratings, or is this the beginning of a new direction for CBS News?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS Evening News Co-Anchor John Dickerson has announced he is leaving CBS at the end of the year. After a 16 year career at the network and less than a year at the anchor desk, many are pointing to the timing of his announcement with the new leadership at CBS News. That leadership has been put in place in recent weeks following the purchase of CBS parent company Paramount by Skydance, a company run by the son of Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest people and a good friend of Donald Trump. Is it just a personal decision, is it poor ratings, or is this the beginning of a new direction for CBS News?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS Evening News Co-Anchor John Dickerson has announced he is leaving CBS at the end of the year. After a 16 year career at the network and less than a year at the anchor desk, many are pointing to the timing of his announcement with the new leadership at CBS News. That leadership has been put in place in recent weeks following the purchase of CBS parent company Paramount by Skydance, a company run by the son of Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest people and a good friend of Donald Trump. Is it just a personal decision, is it poor ratings, or is this the beginning of a new direction for CBS News?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Chou spent nearly two decades as an entertainment attorney in Hollywood, with senior roles at Disney, Skydance, BuzzFeed, before starting her own YouTube channel, which brought her into this world of creators. And today, she helps clients like Sam & Colby, Andy Morris, and Jenny Hoyos stay on the right side of the law. Unfortunately, that's getting harder (and scarier) all the time. But that doesn't mean you can't protect yourself. And Tyler is going to show us how you can start doing so – today. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Full transcript and show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tyler's Website / Instagram / LinkedIn / TikTok / YouTube *** TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Meet the Lawyer Saving YouTube Channels (04:35) Music Publishers and Copyright Strikes (09:54) Getting Strikes Removed (13:08) YouTube Strikes and Litigation Process (15:37) How we use 1of10 (20:28) Resolving Copyright Strikes Creatively (21:46) How Creators Misunderstand Fair Use (27:11) Essential Steps for Creator Protection (30:18) Protecting Partnerships from Future Risks (33:15) Protecting YouTube Channel Ownership (37:37) Photo Licensing and Fair Use (41:05) The Upside of Litigation (42:01) Why This Shouldn't Scare You *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#263: Colin & Samir on the future of their channel and the creator economy *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your question here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

PODCAST: Donald Dell, Former Chairman at Sportive and considered one of the pioneers and founders of the sports marketing business, and his daughter Alexandra Dell, Founder of Big Sam Productions and award-winning documentary producer, join Sports Business Radio for a conversation. Donald Dell is a well-known sports agent, attorney, and commentator. He was a former US Davis Cup tennis player and undefeated Captain, and was the founder and chairman of sports marketing company, Proserv.  Dell managed the careers of many professional athletes, including Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Ralph Sampson, James Worthy, Joakim Noah, Boomer Esiason, Andy Murray, Pete Sampras, Gabriela Sabatini, Arthur Ashe, Stan Smith, Jimmy Connors, and Tracy Austin, to name a few.  Alexandra Dell is a writer, director, producer who blends her passion for sports with powerful storytelling. She produced a documentary on tennis great Novak Djokovic with seven-time Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Sam Pollard, set to stream on Amazon in January 2026. She's also executive producing a scripted film about tennis legend and civil rights activist Arthur Ashe, with Skydance, Academy Award-winner Kevin Willmott (“BlacKKKansman”), director Elegance Bratton, Ashok Amritraj, CEO of Hyde Park Entertainment, and Warner Music Group.  With LeBron James and Maverick Carter, Alexandra executive produced Who Is Stan Smith? a documentary on the tennis legend and sneaker icon with SpringHill Entertainment. The film premiered at DOC NYC and opened theatrically in 70+ cities. It's currently streaming on ESPN.  This is the first time that Father and Daughter have done a joint podcast interview. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. WATCH Sports Business Radio interviews by going to https://www.youtube.com/@sportsbusinessradiopodcast.Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by MAI Capital – the exclusive financial partner of Sports Business Radio. MAI Capital is a registered investment adviser and wealth management firm unified in purpose to empower clients to simplify, protect, and grow the wealth they work so hard to build.  Founded in 1973, the firm helps clients achieve their vision and goals through objective advice, tailored planning, comprehensive and integrated solutions, and highly personal service. For more information, visit www.mai.capital or MAI's company page on LinkedIn.   #SportsAgent #DonaldDell #AlexandraDell #Documentaries #SportsMarketing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CBS Evening News Co-Anchor John Dickerson has announced he is leaving CBS at the end of the year. After a 16 year career at the network and less than a year at the anchor desk, many are pointing to the timing of his announcement with the new leadership at CBS News. That leadership has been put in place in recent weeks following the purchase of CBS parent company Paramount by Skydance, a company run by the son of Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest people and a good friend of Donald Trump. Is it just a personal decision, is it poor ratings, or is this the beginning of a new direction for CBS News?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, David Zaslav has a plan for Warner Bros. Discovery, but David Ellison and Skydance have other plans. Nielsen Ratings Show Notes HBO Max Raises Prices Across All Plans Effective Immediately Warner Bros. Wants More Bidders Besides Paramount - Business Insider Exclusive: Warner Bros Discovery board rejected Paramount Skydance buyout offer, source says | Reuters Three Offers in One Month: Paramount's Secret Pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery - The New York Times Warner Bros. Discovery Says It Is Considering a Sale - The New York Times WGA Plans To Help Block Potential Warner Bros. Discovery-Paramount Merger: “A Disaster” David Ellison Is Moving Fast and Spending Big to Remake Hollywood - WSJ Netflix Revenues Keep Surging as Streaming Giant Hits Key Wall Street Expectations Disney Warns That YouTube TV Could Drop ABC, ESPN and More Networks in Fee Dispute 'Stranger Things' series finale heads to movie theaters AMC and Netflix may be reaching détente - AV Club What We've Been Doing Nosferatu The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning Lilo & Stitch Only Murders in the Building

It’s Saturday and that means PREVIOUSLY ON… If you thought the last Predator: Badlands trailer was it, we got another one after it received a PG-13 rating this week. Warner Bros Discovery is officially for sale, as long as its purchased by the Trump approved company Skydance. Counter Strike 2 collapses the skins market by offering a trade in for rare skins AND we finally talk about THAT Ben Solo movie that didnt get made! We need it! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We discuss the growing prevalence of celebrities being involved in big investment moves by VC and hedge funds, including Travis Kelce taking a role in Jana Partners' 9% stake in Six Flags. We also debate the launch of ChatGPT Atlas and a potential deal between Warner Bros. Discovery and Skydance. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Six Flags activists - ChatGPT gets a browser - Interest in a Warner Bros. Discovery buyout Companies discussed: Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Six Flags (FUN). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Bet-David highlights how Larry Ellison is quietly becoming one of the most powerful figures in media. Oracle is set to acquire TikTok, while Skydance, backed by Ellison, is acquiring Warner Bros. following its recent acquisition of Paramount.

Een opluchting voor Apple. Vorig jaar scoorde de nieuwe iPhone niet bepaald de pannen van het dak. Maar met de iPhone 17 ziet het er een stuk beter uit. Voor de eerste weken zijn de verkopen 14 procent hoger dan die van de voorganger. En in China is het een hit. Daar verkocht Apple er al zeker dubbel zoveel. Wat betekent dat voor de aankomende kwartaalcijfers? En kan Apple de grip op die Chinese markt vasthouden? Dat vertellen we je in deze aflevering. Over die Chinese markt gesproken, van de portemonnee van de gemiddelde Chinees moet Apple het niet hebben. De groei van de economie daar neemt af. Ondertussen broedt de regering op een nieuw plan om die groei de komende jaar op gang te houden. Verder gaat het over het best presterende aandeel van het jaar aan het Damrak. Defensiebedrijf Theon verovert de harten van beleggers. En de topman weet wel raak met al dat geld van beleggers. Hij wil namelijk uitbreiden naar meer dan alleen de nachtkijkers die hij nu produceert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Een opluchting voor Apple. Vorig jaar scoorde de nieuwe iPhone niet bepaald de pannen van het dak. Maar met de iPhone 17 ziet het er een stuk beter uit. Voor de eerste weken zijn de verkopen 14 procent hoger dan die van de voorganger. En in China is het een hit. Daar verkocht Apple er al zeker dubbel zoveel. Wat betekent dat voor de aankomende kwartaalcijfers? En kan Apple de grip op die Chinese markt vasthouden? Dat vertellen we je in deze aflevering. Over die Chinese markt gesproken, van de portemonnee van de gemiddelde Chinees moet Apple het niet hebben. De groei van de economie daar neemt af. Ondertussen broedt de regering op een nieuw plan om die groei de komende jaar op gang te houden. Verder gaat het over het best presterende aandeel van het jaar aan het Damrak. Defensiebedrijf Theon verovert de harten van beleggers. En de topman weet wel raak met al dat geld van beleggers. Hij wil namelijk uitbreiden naar meer dan alleen de nachtkijkers die hij nu produceert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasury Wine Estates’ shares have hit a decade-low after struggling with weak sales and even more challenges in the US. Pop Mart, the retailer responsible for the Labubu craze, has promised store expansion in Australia after the Labubu-love has boomed locally. The newly-merged Paramount Skydance has made a $42 billion USD offer to acquire media behemoth Warner Bros Discovery… with the little help of a friend. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.__See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the past couple of months, the billionaire father-son duo of Larry and David Ellison have been making deals involving major media brands. Having acquired Paramount, the parent company of CBS News, they appointed Bari Weiss - an outspoken supporter of Israel - as the network's editor-in-chief. The moves by the Ellisons are not just about growing their media empire, but about shaping the narrative around Israel in the US, where public support continues to decline. Contributors:  David Klion - Columnist, The Nation Danielle Moodie - Host, The Danielle Moodie Show Ryan Grim - Reporter, Drop Site News On our radar: Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire, ending two years of genocide. It's a moment that brought relief to Palestinians in Gaza. But for Donald Trump, it was an opportunity for self-congratulation - with both he and his allies emphasising how pivotal he was in making things happen. Tariq Nafi has been following the story. Chega: How Portugal's media gave populism a megaphone In Portugal, the far-right party Chega, once on the fringes, is leading the polls, and its leader, Andre Ventura, has become one of the country's most recognisable political figures. Ventura's rise has been spurred by his television background and carefully crafted media persona. The onetime football pundit has become a political showman. And he's been amplified by the country's mainstream media, who have been chasing ratings over accountability.  Ryan Kohls reports. Featuring: Miguel Carvalho - Journalist Ines Narciso - Disinformation researcher, Iscte-Iul Anabela Neves - Journalist, CNN Portugal

Synopsis, Laura's Commentary:  As billionaires buy up our newsrooms and Congress defunds public media, the stakes for democracy couldn't be higher. If we don't reinvent and reinvest in independent media now, it may soon be too late.  For the transcript of this commentary and more articles by Laura subscribe to Substack.Watch Laura's interview with Documented NY's Labor Reporter Amir Khafagy and Capital B's Rural Issues Reporter Aallyah Wright on Laura Flanders & Friends on YouTube, or PBS stations and hear their take on commercial coverage of the NYC Mayor's race and anti-Black rule changes at USDA, or listen to past commentaries and full uncut interviews through subscribing to this free podcast.  Related Episode Information:  Documented NY's Labor Reporter Amir Khafagy and Capital B's Rural Issues Reporter Aallyah Wright- Watch: YouTube  Listen:  Episode & Full Uncut Conversation available wherever you get your podcasts. Full Episode Notes are located HERE.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Eagers Automotive, the ASX listed car retailer, has invested $1 billion into a Canadian car dealer as it plans for global and domestic expansion The ASX is finally facing some real competition as Cboe Australia gets the green light to list companies Paramount Skydance has made its first major acquisition since its own merger, acquiring The Free Press for $150 million USD _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.__See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle and one of the world's richest men, is becoming a major force in media. His son David runs Skydance, which recently took over Paramount and is now interested in Warner Bros Discovery. Ellison is also linked to a bid for TikTok in the US. These moves raise questions about whether his wealth and political ties influence media ownership. James Warrington, Media and Telecoms Editor at The Telegraph, explains Ellison's growing role in global media and the concerns around it.Ellison's donations to Tony Blair's Institute for Global Change and Oracle's possible role in the UK's digital ID plans have also drawn attention. Some online groups have connected these facts to conspiracy theories about governments wanting more control over people's lives. Dr Matthew Sweet, broadcaster and cultural historian, explains how ideas like this can spread from small corners of the internet into mainstream news.US President Donald Trump recently posted and deleted an AI-generated video promoting “med beds,” a conspiracy theory claiming that secret technology can cure any illness. The idea started in QAnon groups during the pandemic and has spread across Facebook, YouTube and Telegram. Dr Robert Topinka, Senior Lecturer at Birkbeck University, describes how such claims grow online and why they sometimes reach powerful politicians.The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, a tradition in British sport since the 1800s, will no longer be shown on the BBC. Channel 4 has signed a five-year deal to broadcast the race starting in 2026. Siobhan Cassidy, Chair of the Boat Race Company, outlines why the deal was made, while Pete Andrews, Head of Sport at Channel 4, explains how the broadcaster hopes to develop the event.Presenter: Ros Atkins Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Assistant Producer: Lucy Wai Production Coordinator: Ruth Waites Technical Coordinator: Mark Dickins Sound: Callum McLean

Back from our break, this week we dig into the swirling reports that Paramount Skydance Global is eyeing a potential purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery. If the deal goes through, it would mark one of the biggest media mergers in recent history—uniting some of Hollywood's most iconic studios under one roof. But what would this mean for the already volatile streaming landscape?(recorded on September 22, 2025)Watch the Video Format on Youtube: Coming Soon!LISTEN to us on our other various platforms:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-red-band-podcast/id1559313468Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3DtTVkV9HZz65ukS5FWETnIheartradio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-redband-podcast-102663694/Subscribe & Follow to get the latest updates on new episode releases!Subscribe to our Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/theredbandpodcastDiscussion Links Below:01:44 ~ Tom Holland Returns on Set Of Spider-Man After Recent Injury - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/tom-holland-returns-to-spider-man-set-injury-1236377369/04:06 ~ Crunchyroll CEO Talks About Recent Success With Demon Slayer Movie - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/crunchyroll-ceo-demon-slayer-infinity-castle-anime-success-1236377193/13:36 ~ First Fully A.I. Film Studio 'Animeta' - https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/ai-film-studio-animeta-1236525875/21:19 ~ MAIN TOPIC

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoIt's been a while since the back door to Mincondition was open(digitally speaking), but with the seasons turning so have James and Joe returned with the latest informal confabs on the current status of the pop culture universe. And it might take a universe, or at least the Alpha Quadrant, to contain all the subjects approached in this episode! Wow! The guys packed a lot into this one!   Here's is but a sampling of what you will hear discussed in thisouting: A new Batman number one (only the fourth such issue since 1939!), the most recent Marvel/DC team-up featuring Batman and Deadpool, DC/KO, Superman:The Last Days of Lex Luthor, The Absolute Universe, Space Ghost, Speed Racer, and a list of recommendations that will put a strain on your wallet.And then there's the BIG stuff: Skydance buys Paramount Plus,Paramount Plus possibly acquiring the DCU, the future of Star Trek, the "mystery" surrounding syndicated TV shows and streaming services, the availability and access to new comics, Dexter Resurrection Season One, and the passing of Hollywood legend Robert Redford.    All this, and more, awaits you in this most recent Back of theStore Episode! If you only listen to one podcast episode this year (Well, how about this month), it must be this one!   A little side note to those with a weak stomach: The horrific loss of the Giants to the Cowboys in week two of the NFL season somehow made its way into this installment. You have been warned.

Send us a textThe landscape of Hollywood is shifting before our eyes. From massive studio consolidations to the passing of icons, Alex and Max dive deep into what these changes mean for the future of cinema.Following a month-long hiatus, the hosts catch up on industry news that could fundamentally alter how movies reach audiences. Skydance's acquisition of Paramount and potential bid for Warner Brothers raises urgent questions: What happens when streaming giants own historic studios? Will theatrical releases survive? The conversation explores how these corporate maneuvers might impact everything from filmmaker careers to streaming libraries.The recent passing of Robert Redford prompts a heartfelt reflection on his immeasurable contributions to American cinema. From his unforgettable performances in classics like "All the President's Men" to founding the Sundance Film Festival, Redford's legacy as actor, director, and independent film champion transcends generations. The hosts share personal connections to his work, including the rarely discussed late-career gem "All Is Lost."With fall festival season underway, excitement builds around potential Oscar contenders. Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" has Hollywood buzzing, with sold-out 70mm screenings and whispers this might finally be his year for directing recognition. Meanwhile, the Gig Harbor Film Festival prepares to showcase everything from documentaries about librarians fighting censorship to films featuring local talent.Between discussions of recent watches like "Lurker" and "Splitsville," the hosts contemplate how streaming has transformed audience relationships with media – drawing parallels to similar shifts in the music industry years earlier. Has Letterboxd's rating system changed how we evaluate films? Are we seeing the beginning of the end for certain viewing experiences?Whether you're a film industry insider or simply love movies, this episode offers thoughtful analysis of cinema's evolving landscape from two passionate, knowledgeable voices who remind us why movies still matter.Support the show

HOLLYWOOD HANGOVER! We celebrate our 100th episode by reflecting on over 6 years of cinema-soaked podcasting goodness. We also look back on all the big news stories from the past few weeks, from Warner Bros. looking to be bought out by Skydance or Netflix, to the cancelling of Jimmy Kimmel and what it means for free speech. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS EVER LISTENED! WE LOVE YOU! Editor's Note: Since the recording of this episode (09/21/2025), Jimmy Kimmel has been re-instated in his position at ABC.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover a massive week of news in wrestling, MMA, and sports media. The main story is WWE announcing that WrestleMania will be held in Saudi Arabia, with U.K. journalist Robert Jackman joining the show to break down the logistics and impact of the move.We also dive into:Independent promoters reacting to WWE's Saudi Arabia strategyESPN's media call ahead of WrestlepaloozaMark Shapiro's comments at the Goldman Sachs ConferenceTKO announcing $1 billion in share repurchasesCanelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford viewership numbers on NetflixDana White sparring with the mediaParamount & Skydance preparing a bid for Warner Bros. DiscoveryCMLL Aniversario card streaming on Triller TVLegal updates across the industry#UFC #WWE #AEW #TKO #MMA #ProWrestling #CombatSportsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Frank, Squeaks, and Thomas cover a packed week: dream casting for Netflix's BioShock movie, first takes on the Avengers Doomsday reveal out of Shanghai and what it signals for Doctor Doom in the MCU, Star Trek Day highlights and what the 60th anniversary year could look like, quick reactions to the 77th Emmys, why Warner Bros. Discovery is suing Midjourney, and fresh DCU talk after new Superman images and a 2027 date. We close with recommendations and a fast tour around the Geek Freaks Network. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Welcome, mid-week vibes, and today's lineup 01:14 Question of the Week: BioShock movie casting picks for Andrew Ryan, Atlas, Jack, and Little Sisters 07:02 Con updates: CrackerCon appearances, SDC Town Hall, LA Comic Con plans 08:22 Avengers Doomsday first look: Doom's armor, magic tech blend, symbols, and power-level stakes 19:42 Star Trek Day roundup: Starfleet Academy, preschool series on YouTube, scripted Khan audio series, LEGO collab, 60th anniversary plans, Trek cruise, and the Skydance chatter 34:37 Emmys 77 reactions: Studio's comedy sweep, Hacks love, Severance kudos, Andor writing win, and Hannah Einbinder's speech 41:27 WB Discovery vs Midjourney: what the lawsuit argues, fair use vs training, and where fan art fits 51:42 Superman Saga update: 2027 date, new images, Lex team-ups, Brainiac theories, and what to avoid with multiverse fatigue 58:34 Quick hits to watch for next week: TikTok U.S. buyout deadline, Disney + Webtoon digital comics platform 58:59 Recommendations: Foundation, Borderlands 4, Dimension 20 and Critical Role hype 01:04:34 Around the Geek Freaks Network and sign-off Key Takeaways BioShock casting drew strong picks like Cillian Murphy for Andrew Ryan and Gerard Butler or James McAvoy for Atlas, with Ewan McGregor floated for an all-voice heavy Atlas. The Doomsday footage suggests a Doom who mixes sorcery and engineering. Runes, sigils, and visuals hint at a villain who can carry multiverse-level stakes. Star Trek is gearing up for a busy 60th year with new shows, a kids series on YouTube to hook the next generation, a scripted Khan audio drama, and a LEGO partnership. Emmys 77 landed well for comedy and recognized top craft like Andor's writing. Studio earned the “actual comedy” praise many fans were looking for. The Midjourney suit could set important lines around training on copyrighted works. The show breaks down the difference between commentary fair use and model training. DCU chatter points to Brainiac as the smart next-step foil that forces a Lex and Superman team-up, while keeping the multiverse in check. Community notes: Geek Freaks will be out at events, and the Network has new episodes across the slate. Quotes “It looks comic accurate. More than I thought it would be.” “They're really good at visual storytelling in the MCU. This is the next facet of that.” “Studio is what The Bear pretended to be for years.” “We're in the early stages of the law. You have to scrape the edges to shape something that makes sense.” “Can we just not do the multiverse? Let's stay in this universe.” Call to Action If you enjoyed this one, follow and subscribe, drop a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share the episode with a friend using #GeekFreaksPod. It helps more fans find the show. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com — source of all news discussed on our podcast and home for episode notes and updates Follow Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions Send us your BioShock dream cast, your Doom theories, and your Star Trek 60th wishlist. Message us on Twitter or Instagram and we'll feature your takes in the next episode. Apple Podcast Tags Geek Freaks, Avengers Doomsday, Doctor Doom, MCU, BioShock movie, Star Trek Day, 77th Emmys, Midjourney lawsuit, DCU Superman 2027, Brainiac, TikTok buyout, Disney Webtoon, Dimension 20, Critical Role, Foundation, Borderlands 4

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover a massive week of news in wrestling, MMA, and sports media. The main story is WWE announcing that WrestleMania will be held in Saudi Arabia, with U.K. journalist Robert Jackman joining the show to break down the logistics and impact of the move.We also dive into:Independent promoters reacting to WWE's Saudi Arabia strategyESPN's media call ahead of WrestlepaloozaMark Shapiro's comments at the Goldman Sachs ConferenceTKO announcing $1 billion in share repurchasesCanelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford viewership numbers on NetflixDana White sparring with the mediaParamount & Skydance preparing a bid for Warner Bros. DiscoveryCMLL Aniversario card streaming on Triller TVLegal updates across the industryThe latest TV and streaming viewership trendsVIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/live/IFwwaQMrH0A

Miércoles clave en los mercados globales: la atención está puesta en la Reserva Federal y las nuevas señales de política monetaria, mientras empresas de tecnología, banca y entretenimiento protagonizan movimientos importantes:

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are back with another packed episode of Fine Tooning. From anime shattering records at the box office to Pixar showing off the future of Toy Story, the duo break down the biggest stories shaping animation this week. Demon Slayer's record-breaking $70 million North American debut and what set this release apart Toy Story's 30th anniversary celebration and the first five minutes of Toy Story 5 revealed at Destination D Disney updates on Frozen 3, Incredibles 3, and Coco 2 Streaming and theatrical news for Elio, Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, Cat's Eye, and ParaNorman Skydance's reported bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and its potential impact on animation From record-breaking anime to billion-dollar mergers, Jim and Drew guide listeners through an especially eventful week in the world of animation. Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are back with another packed episode of Fine Tooning. From anime shattering records at the box office to Pixar showing off the future of Toy Story, the duo break down the biggest stories shaping animation this week. Demon Slayer's record-breaking $70 million North American debut and what set this release apart Toy Story's 30th anniversary celebration and the first five minutes of Toy Story 5 revealed at Destination D Disney updates on Frozen 3, Incredibles 3, and Coco 2 Streaming and theatrical news for Elio, Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, Cat's Eye, and ParaNorman Skydance's reported bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and its potential impact on animation From record-breaking anime to billion-dollar mergers, Jim and Drew guide listeners through an especially eventful week in the world of animation. Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The World’s Greatest Comic Book Podcast™, JC, Joce, and Jeff assemble to help YOU escape from reality for an hour or so! This week in Tinsel Town: We watched: the Strange New Worlds Finale, The Thursday Murder Club, and Peacemaker! We remember Polly Holliday. The new SAG-AFTRA president was a Hobbit. Skydance […]

This week, rumors are flying that Paramount owners Skydance are preparing a bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery. Nielsen Ratings Show Notes Why Does David Ellison Want Paramount to Swallow Warner Bros. Discovery Whole? To Beat Rival Suitors to the Punch YouTube's First Exclusive NFL Game Averages More Than 17 Million Global Viewers ESPN, Fox execs publicly question Nielsen's YouTube numbers - NBC Sports ESPN+ secures sports bar distribution with EverPass - SportsPro ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' Bound For $56M-$60M Opening, Sony's Biggest YTD & Besting ‘Bad Boys 4,' ‘Venom 3' – Box Office Update Cause of Death Revealed for Annabelle Doll Handler Dan Rivera Alicia Silverstone's ‘Irish Blood,' Acorn TV's Top Show Ever, Renewed for Season 2 ‘Overcompensating' Renewed for Second Season at Prime Video ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith' Season 2 Delayed By Prime Video Joel Kinnaman Headlines Crime Drama Series ‘Bishop' Ordered By Prime Video ‘Leanne' Renewed for Second Season at Netflix ‘The Hunting Wives' Renewed, Becomes Netflix Global Original As Season 2 Plot Is Revealed ‘Foundation' Renewed For Season 4 At Apple What We've Been Doing Prometheus Alien: Covenant Star Trek: Strange New Worlds South Park Taskmaster Jeopardy Alien Earth Elden Ring  Borderlands 4 You're Next Hallmark+

In today's MadTech Daily, we discuss Paramount-Skydance planning a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, the FTC investigating AI chatbots and France eyeing a TikTok inquiry. We also cover Microsoft endorsing OpenAI's for-profit move.

Episode 207 - Sept. 14, 2025 - Magic Moments  - Violation Counter - Walt - 25 x DJ Intence - 0 x Ceddy - 17    - RIP Ricky Hatton  - Saudi “Sport Washing” - Paramount Skydance attempting to purchase Warner Brothers Discovery  - Bud Crawford vs Canelo Alvarez  - Charlie Kirk Un-Aliving   - CDC has slowed down & stopped FOOD NET.   - L.A. Fitness being sued by FTC for being difficult to cancel memberships  - Wise Guy Segment - Men's Health & Healthy Sperm  - Wise Guy Segment - Family Court Woes with Attorney  - The Color Of Law Recap 

This week in PREVIOUSLY ON… Jason and Rosie discuss Paramount Skydance's bid to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery, then they are joined by producers Carmen and Aaron to dive into highlights from the latest Nintendo Direct, including Super Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 4 and what's happening in the world of Pokémon. PLUS, we have an interview with legendary comics writer Matt Fraction to discuss his new Batman run. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This next composer is truly an amazing talent! She is a Malaysian film and television composer whose score for Apple TV+ and Skydance's debut animation Blush has won Best Music Award from Hollywood Music in Media and was nominated for an Annie. Her second Annie nomination followed for her score on Skydance Animation's science fantasy adventure series WondLa, where she collaborated with industry icons such as John Lasseter. She also scored Skydance Animation's inaugural studio logo and I'm so excited to welcome her on to the podcast! And the composer is... Joy Ngiaw! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark discusses the last week of summer and drug use in Nantucket; mainstream media coverage of Charlie Kirk's assassination; Bob Menendez's wife sentenced to jail; Ukrainian woman stabbed on the train; Skydance looking to buy Warner Bros/Discovery, who owns CNN; Putin launches drone strikes over Poland; Cracker Barrel reversing course; the latest restaurant trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark discusses the last week of summer and drug use in Nantucket; mainstream media coverage of Charlie Kirk's assassination; Bob Menendez's wife sentenced to jail; Ukrainian woman stabbed on the train; Skydance looking to buy Warner Bros/Discovery, who owns CNN; Putin launches drone strikes over Poland; Cracker Barrel reversing course; the latest restaurant trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark discusses the last week of summer and drug use in Nantucket; mainstream media coverage of Charlie Kirk's assassination; Bob Menendez's wife sentenced to jail; Ukrainian woman stabbed on the train; Skydance looking to buy Warner Bros/Discovery, who owns CNN; Putin launches drone strikes over Poland; Cracker Barrel reversing course; the latest restaurant trends.

[Strange New Worlds review starts at 24:56] Anthony and Laurie start with the news, talking about Skydance’s plans for the future and Zachary Quinto’s hope they will include a final Kelvin movie. They cover some of this week’s Star Trek Day announcements (Star Trek Lego! A preschool show!), and preview the Khan audio series. Tony talks about the Strange New Worlds screening & panel at the LA Screenings event in LA on Star Trek Day, and Laurie recaps the Trek to New Jersey convention. Then it’s time to review  Strange New Worlds season 3 finale, “New Life and New Civilizations.” They talk about Pike and Batel, Spirk, the Vezda, magic vs. sci-fi, and more, and play the full audio from Tony’s interview with showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, whereupon Laurie goes on a Gorn rant and Tony suggests she focus on celebrating that the end of their storyline has come.

[Strange New Worlds review starts at 24:56] Anthony and Laurie start with the news, talking about Skydance’s plans for the future and Zachary Quinto’s hope they will include a final Kelvin movie. They cover some of this week’s Star Trek Day announcements (Star Trek Lego! A preschool show!), and preview the Khan audio series. Tony talks about the Strange New Worlds screening & panel at the LA Screenings event in LA on Star Trek Day, and Laurie recaps the Trek to New Jersey convention. Then it’s time to review  Strange New Worlds season 3 finale, “New Life and New Civilizations.” They talk about Pike and Batel, Spirk, the Vezda, magic vs. sci-fi, and more, and play the full audio from Tony’s interview with showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, whereupon Laurie goes on a Gorn rant and Tony suggests she focus on celebrating that the end of their storyline has come.

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 Trekcast is back with a jam-packed double feature! We're diving into two brand-new Strange New Worlds episodes: The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail and What Is Starfleet? — and trust us, there's plenty to unpack. We'll also break down the latest fallout from the Paramount and Skydance merger, what it means for the future of Star Trek, and how the franchise could change moving forward. Plus, a brand-new Star Trek video game is on the horizon, promising bold adventures into the unknown. And don't miss insider tidbits from Terry Matalas about the highly anticipated Star Trek: Legacy pilot. All this and more in the galaxy's biggest Star Trek podcast — only on Trekcast!News:Paramount is looking to cut $2 billion https://deadline.com/2025/08/paramount-job-cuts-2-1236495593/New Star Trek Gamehttps://www.space.com/entertainment/space-games/star-trek-voyager-across-the-unknown-will-turn-voyagers-seven-year-journey-into-a-rogue-lite-survival-game-videoTerry Matalas talks about the Star Trek Legacy Pilothttps://trekmovie.com/2025/08/10/terry-matalas-talks-writing-star-trek-legacy-pilot-reveals-how-todd-stashwick-would-return-as-shaw/Trekcast: The Galaxy's Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy's most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We're a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more. But Trekcast isn't just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you'll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom. Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today! Connect with us: trekcasttng@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail - (570) 661-0001‬Check out our merch store at Trekcast.comHelp support the show - ko-fi.com/trekcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/star-trek-podcast-trekcast--5651491/support.

This week on a special episode of The Business, Kim Masters talks with Shrinking co-creator and star Jason Segel, recorded live at KCRW’s Annenberg Performance Studio. Segel looks back on highlights from Freaks and Geeks, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and The Muppets. He also discusses how Shrinking, now nominated for five Emmys, came together with co-creators Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein. Plus, after closing the $8 billion Paramount Global deal with David Ellison’s Skydance, Shari Redstone tells her story in a New York Times interview: boardroom drama, her doubts about the Ellisons, and the Trump settlement that cleared regulatory hurdles. Matt Belloni and Lucas Shaw dig in.

This week, Ron Steslow and Katherine Mangu-Ward (Editor in Chief of Reason) examine some major current developments through a libertarian lens, focusing on negative liberties, free expression, and privacy. They discuss the threats to privacy and free expression from age-verification laws to "misinformation" regulation to the battle over values on the Internet. Then, in Politicology+ they discuss “surveillance pricing,” the role of government in data collection, the third-party doctrine that allows the government to buy personal data, and the marriage of corporate and state centralized power. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don't miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https:/x.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/kmanguward Related Reading:  Reason - The end of online anonymity? Age checks spread worldwide. Wired -The Age-Checked Internet Has Arrived | WIRED Reason - Canada seeks to jail Freedom Convoy organizers for 8 years FOX Business - CBS insiders warn that Skydance merger brings 'hall monitor' to news division Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kara and Scott discuss the Skydance-Paramount merger getting the green light from the FCC, and South Park's timely takedown of Trump and Paramount. Then, with the tariff deadline looming, the EU strikes a trade deal with Trump. Plus, Ghislaine Maxwell talks to the DOJ, Gwyneth Paltrow becomes the "temporary" spokesperson for Astronomer in the wake of the Coldplay kiss cam scandal, and Tony Robbins sues over AI chatbots. Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠. Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠. Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcast⁠⁠. Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at ⁠⁠nymag.com/pivot⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FCC just approved a lucrative merger between Paramount and Skydance. Weeks earlier, Paramount settled a lawsuit with the president by paying him 16 million dollars. On this week's On the Media, hear how that money is being funneled to Donald Trump's future presidential library. Plus, how conservative outlets are coordinating attacks on universities.[01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone speaks with Tim Naftali, a Senior Research Scholar at the Columbia School of International and Public Affairs, about how President Trump has raised millions of dollars from lawsuit settlements with media companies for his future presidential library, and why this matters. [19:23] Host Micah Loewinger speaks with Katherine Mangan, a senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, about the recent investigations launched into George Mason University by the Trump administration, and the media campaign that followed suit.[32:43] Micah sits down with Elizabeth Lopatto, senior writer at The Verge, to dissect the ‘violently racist' background of the hacker who allegedly stole admissions data from five universities, leading to the leak of Zohran Mamdani's Columbia application to the New York Times. Plus, the consequences of the Times omitting any mention of the hacker from their coverage of the leak.Comment from Patrick Healy, Assistant Managing Editor for Standards and Trust at the New York Times: "Our reporters obtained information about Mr. Mamdani's Columbia college application and went to the Mamdani campaign with it. When we hear anything of news value, we try to confirm it through direct sources. Mr. Mamdani confirmed this information in an interview with The Times. Mr. Mamdani shared his thinking about the limitations of identity boxes on forms like Columbia's, and explained how he wrote in “Uganda,” the country of his birth – the kind of decision many people with overlapping identities have wrestled with when confronted with such boxes. We believe Mr. Mamdani's thinking and decision-making, laid out in his words, was newsworthy and in line with our mission to help readers better know and understand top candidates for major offices. We sometimes receive information that has been hacked or from controversial sources. The Times does not solely rely on nor make a decision to publish information from such a source; we seek to confirm through direct sources, which we did with Mr. Mamdani. Sometimes sources have their own motives or obtain information using means we wouldn't, like Trump's taxes, Wikileaks or Edward Snowden. It's important to share what we can about sourcing, but we always independently assess newsworthiness and factual accuracy before publishing. On sourcing, we work to give readers context, including in this case the initial source's online alias, as a way to learn more about the person, who was effectively an intermediary. The ultimate source was Columbia admissions data and Mr. Mamdani, who confirmed our reporting. We heard from readers who wanted more detail about this initial source. That's fair feedback. We printed his online alias so readers could learn more about the person. The purpose of this story was to help illuminate the thinking and background of a major mayoral candidate." Full version here.Further reading:“The Death of Nonpartisan Presidential History,” by Tim Naftali“George Mason Is the Latest University Under Fire From Trump. Its President Fears an “Orchestrated” Campaign,” by Katie Mangan“This ‘violently racist' hacker claims to be the source of The New York Times' Mamdani scoop,” by Elizabeth Lopatto“The Columbia hack is a much bigger deal than Mamdani's college application,” by Elizabeth Lopatto“Mamdani Identified as Asian and African American on College Application,” by Benjamin Ryan, Nicholas Fandos, and Dana Rubinstein“Columbia Cyberattack Appears Politically Motivated, University Says,” by Sharon Otterman“Columbia University Applicants' Personal Data Stolen by Hacker,” by Cameron Fozi On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.