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Movie Trivia Schmoedown
RUMOR: Is James Gunn Leaving DC?!

Movie Trivia Schmoedown

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 142:12


Big shake-ups might be coming to the superhero world. In today's episode, Kristian Harloff breaks down the latest rumors that James Gunn could be out at DC following the reported Warner Bros. sale, plus a look at what's happening across Hollywood. Topics include: James Gunn Out At DC With Warner Bros. Sale (Exclusive) – Is DC Studios facing another reboot? Warner Bros. Rejects Paramount Takeover Bid – What does this mean for the future of WBD? “X-Men” Targets May 2028 Release – Marvel's mutants might finally be coming to the MCU! New Details On Marvel's 2026 TV Slate – What shows are coming to Disney+ next? “TRON: Ares” De-Rezzed At Box Office – What went wrong with Disney's latest sci-fi sequel? Kristian gives his full thoughts on the latest DC, Marvel, and movie industry news, and what these developments could mean for fans. #JamesGunn #DCU #WarnerBros #MCU #XMen #Marvel #TronAres #TheKristianHarloffShow #MovieNews #ComicBookMovies SPONSORS: NUTRAFOL:  See thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding in just 3-6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to https://www.Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code KRISTIAN. UPSIDE: Upside has given back $1 Billion dollars to its users. To find out how much you could earn, Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code KRISTIAN to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas.  STRAWBERRY.ME: Head to https://www.Strawberry.me/KRISTIAN to claim a special offer and get started. Stop settling. Start building the career you actually want! 

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting
Nielsen's Big Data Shake-Up: WWE & AEW Viewership Takes a Hit | Pollock & Thurston

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 34:26


John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with Douglas Pucci of Programming Insider about Nielsen's new method of tracking viewership and the negative impact it has shown for professional wrestling programs. Pucci explains how the new method differs from the previous model, its impact on other genres of programming, and why pro wrestling has seen significant decreases. Then, Pollock & Thurston chat about why this is a big story, WBD responds to Thurston's inquiry, and whether this could affect TNA. Music 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

Wrestlenomics Radio
Nielsen's Big Data Shake-Up: WWE & AEW Viewership Takes a Hit | Pollock & Thurston

Wrestlenomics Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 34:26


John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with Douglas Pucci of Programming Insider about Nielsen's new method of tracking viewership and the negative impact it has shown for professional wrestling programs. Pucci explains how the new method differs from the previous model, its impact on other genres of programming, and why pro wrestling has seen significant decreases. Then, Pollock & Thurston chat about why this is a big story, WBD responds to Thurston's inquiry, and whether this could affect TNA. Music 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.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Dan Rayburn Podcast
Episode 146: Media Stocks up 25% in the Past Six Months; Latest News from Peacock, Max, FOX, Fubo, Disney, Versant, Prime Video, the NBA, and YouTube TV

The Dan Rayburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 61:43


This week, we highlight the stocks of WBD, Disney, Roku, Paramount, Apple, Fubo, and others, which have all increased by at least 25% over the past six months, with WBD leading the way at 112%. We detail all the latest news related to Peacock, Max, FOX, Fubo, Disney, Versant, Prime Video, the NBA, and YouTube TV, as well as rumors that Yahoo is in advanced talks to sell AOL to Bending Spoons. Finally, we discuss some tips and tricks for increasing exposure on LinkedIn, including recent best practices from the company regarding content focus, length, reposts and new analytic metrics.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

Live Breathe Film
Warner Bros. Discovery are Kicking Ass and Taking Names at the Box Office in 2025

Live Breathe Film

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 65:58


Opening Credits: This week on Live Breathe Film with Doug and Murph...Feature Presentation: WBD (and Doug) Won the Summer Box Office - The key to victory this year in our box office pools has been to draft films released from the David Zaslav's superteam of Michael De Luca, Pam Abdy, Peter Safran, and James Gunn. After A Minecraft Movie and Sinners led Murph to victory in the Winter/Spring Box Office Pool, Doug came roaring back to life this summer largely thanks to Final Destination Bloodlines, F1, Superman, and Weapons.Mid-Credits: The Conjuring Continues Warner Bros. Streak - Doug drafted The Conjuring and One Battle After Another in our Fall Box Office Pool. Will the final two biggies from WBD lead him to victory once again? The massive comeback for The Conjuring franchise to kick off the season would lead us to believe it's possible despite an anime drafted late by Murph coming in hot.End Credits: Please make sure to Like, Follow, and Subscribe to Live Breathe Film! 

The Dan Rayburn Podcast
Episode 145: Detailing WBD, Netflix, and Roku's Balance Sheets; Disney's DTC Price Increases; Netflix and MLB News

The Dan Rayburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 54:50


This week, we highlight the balance sheets of WBD, Netflix, and Roku, including their market capitalization, debt, cash, and profit and loss statements, as we examine some of the high-level rumors of mergers in the industry, where no one seems to be considering the financials. We also discuss Disney's DTC price increases and the ridiculous comparisons about Kimmel's monologue viewership numbers between TV and YouTube, as some claim Disney has seen "mass" cancellations. We cover the unconfirmed news that MLB has agreed to a three-year deal with Netflix for games that include the Home Run Derby and the 2026 opening day game, and highlight how Apple used iPhone 17 Pros to capture and stream live footage of their last Friday Night Baseball game on Apple TV+. Finally, we discuss Roku's unusual comparison, declaring "FAST is the new cable," in their latest report, and highlight the revenue and profit disclosed from vendor Cleeng.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk ESPN-WWE, Netflix-WBD-AEW, Vaquer, Mickie James HOF, Cody-Seth, Lesnar, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 101:40 Transcription Available


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:The breaking news of Netflix's interest in buying WBD and what it could mean to AEWWrestlepalooza reviews from ESPN and fansThoughts on where the WWE-ESPN marriage goes from here in terms of both companies drawing attention to itIndividual reactions to each of the Wrestlepalooza matches including which matches should've traded five minutes, is the backlash to certain aspects justifiedAEW's All Out legacy as a contrast to WWE WrestpaloozaWhat's next for John CenaWhat's next for AEWMickie James being inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame and what her legacy isThe latest on Raja Jackson's legal situationCrown Jewel's main event - Seth Rollins vs. John CenaReaction to the Asuka-Iyo Sky angleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Multiverse Tonight - The Podcast about All Your Geeky Universes
Fight For The First

Multiverse Tonight - The Podcast about All Your Geeky Universes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 38:32 Transcription Available


Send us a textThomas talks about his upcoming surgery, PlusStar Trek: Strange New Worlds is approaching its end with a shortened fifth season, intended to lead into The Original Series.Showrunners Henry Alonso Myers and Akiva Goldsman aim for the series to conclude with Kirk's "first day on the job," focusing on the strongest elements of The Original Series rather than remaking "The Man Trap."Akiva Goldsman has pitched a spinoff concept called "Star Trek: Year One," which would explore Kirk's initial year as captain, though the immediate focus is on concluding Strange New Worlds.The series is expected to end with a significant reference or nod to an event from The Original Series, possibly the completion of the bridge crew.Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is at the center of intensified sale speculation, with Paramount reportedly preparing a bid.Industry analysts believe a bid for WBD could trigger a bidding war, potentially involving Comcast, Amazon, and Netflix.WBD had planned to split into "Discovery Global" and "Warner Bros." in early 2026, a plan that could be disrupted by an acquisition.A Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. is rumored, potentially leading to job losses and a negative impact on theatrical distribution due to Netflix's focus on streaming.Mark Hamill explains his return as Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian Season 2 was to portray Luke as a Master Jedi at the "peak of his powers," a period not fully explored in the original films.Hamill praises Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni for their understanding of Star Wars.An Andor writer discusses the parallels between the show's theme of fascist takeover and real-world political pressures affecting Hollywood, citing the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel.Stan Lee will appear as an AI-powered hologram at L.A. Comic Con (September 26-28), allowing fans to interact and converse with him.The technology behind the hologram aims to ensure fidelity to Lee's known statements and spirit.Zach Cregger is directing a new adaptation of Resident Evil for Sony Pictures, with Paul Walter Hauser and Austin Abrams attached.Amazon MGM Studios is developing a live-action movie based on the '80s animatronic toy, Teddy Ruxpin, with Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia's Seven Bucks Productions involved. The film is described as "'Sonic the Hedgehog' meets 'Elf.'"Sean Astin has been elected as the new national president of SAG-AFTRA, succeeding Fran Drescher. Michelle Hurd is the new secretary-treasurer.Voter turnout for the SAG-AFTRA national election saw a decline compared to previous years.Astin's term will involve upcoming contract negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, particularly concerning technological advances in artificial intelligence.Christopher Nolan has been announced as the new president of the Director's Guild of America (DGA).Polly Holliday, the Tony-nominated actress best known as Flo from Alice and for popularizing the catchphrase "Kiss my grits," passed away at 88.Holliday was the last surviving principal cast member of Alice and had a diverse career in TV, film, and theater, including roles in Gremlins and Mrs. Doubtfire.Support the showThanks for listening! Come visit the podcast at https://www.multiversetonight.com/

We Belong Dead
Episode 148

We Belong Dead

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 164:25


So the world is on fire, and we aren't sure if the fact that we're staying on schedule is a sign of healing or of the end times. I think we'll let you Deaders decide. But in the meantime, check out this newest batch of ooey gooey stoner-horror goodness with We Belong Dead 148!!! As mentioned in the episode, we encourage you to send your love and well wishes to the wonderful Reggie Bannister at: Reggie Bannister PO Box 4387 Crestline, CA 92325 Want to check out some “classic” WBD episodes? Head over to https://dispatchespodcast.wordpress.com to listen to our ramblings from years past! Have any questions or comments for us? Send us a message to our social media pages or email us directly at webelongdeadpod@gmail.com. And if you liked the music you heard on this or any other episode, check out the We Belong Dead Tunes playlist on Spotify! And don't forget to look up our sponsors, Pseudo Ludo, Remakes Plethora, Mitch O'Connell, Unlovely Frankenstein, Mani-Yack Monsters, Jeff Brawn, and IBTrav Artworks. They're some of the best spots to find all of the horror, occult, and general weirdo items that your dark little hearts desire!  Also, check out our newest addition to our sponsor list, Orbit DVD. They're a stunningly well stocked weirdo film supplier, and are practically guaranteed to make any horror nerd's shriveled little heart happy!  

Star Trek Universe Podcast
News: Strange New Worlds! Year One! Legacy! Scouts! The Paramount/WBD Merger!

Star Trek Universe Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 102:24


It's our 300th episode, maman! We're getting into all sorts of news!Strange New WorldsGoldsman and Myers' Thoughts on Rewriting History in "Terrarium"Taking From "The Inner Light" for the finale was IntentionalBatel's Loss Will Impact Pike ForeverPike Can't Escape His FateBatel's Eyes Were Not a Reference to Gary MitchellThey are Done with the Gorn and the VezdaThey Thought "New Life and New Civilizations" Might Be the Series FinalePelia Does Know the Doctor from Doctor WhoWhy Season 4 Will Be Better than Season 3We May See Sulu and/or McCoy, but not ChekovIs Sybok Returning?Season 5 is ShootingYear OneThey Haven't Pitched Year One to the New Bosses YetScoutsThe Trailer for Star Trek: Scouts is onlineThe First Three Episodes of Star Trek: Scouts Are Also OnlineTNG/LegacyChances Of Another The Next Generation Reunion Are “Zero To None,” Says Marina SirtisMarina Willing to Play Troi AgainRumors Insist Terry Matalas May Get Overall Deal with MarvelCancelled Noah Hawley FilmWho Was Planned to Be In It?It Was Connected to Data and the AndroidsIt Was an Adventure with Creative Problem-SolvingIt Was Going to be a Series of FilmsParamount Head Going After Warner Bros Discovery and TikTokFeedbackAndre' Sparks Reviews "New Life and New Civilizations"Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late 1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bit.ly/StarTrekUCastSpreaker: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpreakerDavid C. Roberson's Newsletter: https://davidcroberson.substack.com/

Film Bros! Podcast
Ep 440 WBD Opening bids, Batman in Clayface film, Conjuring show on HBO Max, and more

Film Bros! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 86:42


In this episode the FIlmBros discuss Batman sticker on Clayface set, Conjuring show on HBO Max, WBD opening upto bid with Paramount in the running, and more Leave a message on our socials! Twitter, TIktok, IG @FIlmBrosPodcastSupport the show

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be
David Ellison's Content Complex

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 24:04


Dylan Byers joins Peter to game out what a potential WBD–Paramount Skydance mash-up might look like, as an emboldened David Ellison reportedly readies a multi-billion-dollar cash bid for WBD. They break down the implications for CNN and CBS News—and whether Ellison's grand design could vault him into the rarefied air of tech giants like Netflix and YouTube. 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

The Canadian Investor
Why Chasing High Yielding Dividend Stocks Rarely Pays Off

The Canadian Investor

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 62:29


In this episode, we go over yield traps and why abnormally high dividends often signal business stress rather than easy income. We walk through how falling share prices inflate trailing yields, why payout ratios and free cash flow coverage matter, how special dividends can skew TTM yields, and when sector “norms” turn into red flags. To make things easier to spot, we do a sector by sector overview of what is considered a normal yield and what is considered a high and likely unsustainable dividend yield. Tickers of stocks/ETFs discussed:UPS, FDX, BCE.TO, T.TO, T , VZ, DIS, NFLX, WBD, FOXA, NWSA, GOOGL, CNR.TO , TFII.TO, PFE, LLY, IBM, AQN.TO, FTS.TO, IFC.TO, SU.TO, CNQ.TO, XOM, FNV.TO, WPM.TO, TOU.TO, AP.UN.TO, MMM, QQQ, QYLD. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Our New Youtube Channel! Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live Breathe Film
Which Film Do We Have Topping the Box Office This Fall? Avatar, Wicked, or Zootopia?

Live Breathe Film

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 103:48


Opening Credits: This week on Live Breathe Film with Doug and Murph...Feature Presentation: 2025's Box Office Champion - It's a near guarantee that Avatar: Fire and Ash, Wicked: For Good, or Zootopia 2 is topping the domestic box office for 2025. But which are we willing to bet on and which do we have the least faith in? To make matters even more interesting, not only will the biggest film of the year potentially be selected in our Fall Box Office Draft, but whoever ends up winning our third and final box office pool for 2025 will end up winning the grudge match for the entire year!Mid-Credits: Weapons and Warner Bros. For the Win - Warner Bros. Discovery had a hell of a run this summer with Final Destination Bloodlines, F1, Superman, and Weapons. It shouldn't be a surprise to hear that the person who drafted all four of these films won our Summer Box Office Pool! Maybe the person who drafted A Minecraft Movie and Sinners, which kicked off WBD's explosive run in April, should have followed suit with that proven strategy for success and taken some of these films off the board?End Credits: Please make sure to Like, Follow, and Subscribe to Live Breathe Film! 

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be
Media Monday: Murdochology & Ellison's Mic Drop

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 25:45


Jon Kelly and Peter Hamby reunite to discuss the seismic events from a very busy week in the media industry: the fallout from the Murdoch trust settlement and Ellison's leaked WBD takeover attempt. 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

The Dan Rayburn Podcast
Episode 143: YouTube's NFL Stream Viewership Numbers; Latest WBD News; Vimeo To Be Acquired

The Dan Rayburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 37:17


Episode 143: This week, I cover the viewership stats from YouTube's exclusive NFL live global stream, breaking down what the numbers really mean, since many in the media misreported them. I discuss the challenges that the NFL, FOX and ESPN say they have in working with Nielsen, who once again, announced it is changing the way it measures viewership, which is absent of impartiality and transparency. I also detail the latest news and rumors involving WBD, the upcoming TNT Sports app, and the news that the HBO Max platform will lose live sports in the US next year. Also covered are the rumors that Paramount Skydance wants to make a bid for WBD, and I detail why, if a deal were to happen, it would be far more complex than most realize and would not quickly raise ARPU and reduce churn like some suggest.Amazon's quality stream for the season kickoff of Thursday Night Football is discussed, along with DISH price increases, DAZN's new multiview feature for select NFL Game Pass subscribers and news that Walmart+ members can choose between the ad-supported plans of Paramount+ and Peacock and switch every 90 days at no additional cost. Finally, I provide context around the news that Vimeo has agreed to be acquired by Bending Spoons in an all-cash transaction that values Vimeo at approximately $1.38 billion and detail the numbers from Vimeo's balance sheet that most are not looking at, but should be.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

Geek Ultimate Alliance
Peacemaker 2x04 Review - DC Alliance Chapter 284

Geek Ultimate Alliance

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 44:12 Transcription Available


On this episode @Travis_156 & @Um_Actually_ review Peacemaker 2x04 They also catch up on the news from this past week including a potential offer for WBD

DC Alliance
Peacemaker 2x04 Review - DC Alliance Chapter 284

DC Alliance

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 44:12 Transcription Available


On this episode @Travis_156 & @Um_Actually_ review Peacemaker 2x04 They also catch up on the news from this past week including a potential offer for WBD

83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff
Episode 391: How Much For Fun?

83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 107:12


On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad welcome friend of the show Raj Giri to talk about the possible home for WrestleMania 48, the surge in WWE ticket sales, and the rumored interest Paramount may have in purchasing WBD. Eric also reacts to reports that Vince McMahon wasn't fully sold on AJ Styles when he first arrived in WWE. Plus, Eric reveals his Top 5 favorite WCW Monday Night matches — and some of his picks might surprise you! FACTOR -  Eat smart with Factor. Get started at http://FACTORMEALS.com/83weeks50off  and use code 83weeks50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. SIGNOS - Go to signos.com, and get $10 off select plans with code 83WEEKS. TECHOVAS - Get 10% off at tecovas.com/83WEEKS when you sign up for email and texts. THE PERFECT JEANS - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at theperfectjean.nyc/83WEEKS15#theperfectjeanpod BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH ERIC  - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewitheric.com  to learn more. ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 Weeks.  You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to AdvertiseWithEric.com now and find out more about advertising with 83 Weeks. 83WEEKS MERCH - You can now rep some of your favorite Bischoff-isms in style, like “Controversy Creates Cash,” “Heat is Life,” and my personal favorite, “Better Than, Less Than, Different Than” Available now at 83WeeksMerch.com  CONNECT WITH US  Like - subscribe - leave a 5 star rating on all platforms Twitter handles - @ebischoff, @heyheyitsconrad Instagram handles - @therealericbischoff @heyheyitsconrad  Facebook handles - ebischoff and heyheyitsconrad Show handles - @83weeks on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook YouTube - Like, subscribe and turn on notifications at http://83Weeks.com   

Common Man and T-Bone - 97.1 The Fan
Common Man and Timmy September, 12, 2025

Common Man and T-Bone - 97.1 The Fan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 107:19


Happy Friday! It's finally Too Cold in here, we chat about the NFL alternate uniforms, Portnoy is a clown, Paramount may buy WBD, we chat about Caleb Downs Chipotle bowl, a new pizza place, Browns are stupid or really smart, we give you a great parlay, Timmy does his Final Walkthrough & we send people to jail.

Jason & Alexis
9/12 FRI HOUR 1: Technical difficulties, please stand by! WTF Downton Abbey warm-up, Fruity Pebbles' rockin' new promotion, David Ellison wants to buy WBD, and "Downton Abbey" is a hit for Peacock

Jason & Alexis

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 40:41


Technical difficulties, please stand by! WTF Downton Abbey warm-up, Fruity Pebbles' rockin' new promotion, David Ellison wants to buy WBD, and "Downton Abbey" is a hit for PeacockSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia, Paramount/WBD, AJPW, MLW & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 218:50


This week on The Flagship, we look at TV ratings trends over the last week, Paramount looking to purchase WBD, WrestleMania going to Saudi Arabia in 2027, a catch-up on AJPW's Kings Road tournament, three pro wrestling deaths this week (Jaka, Taishin Nagao, and Rodolfo Ruiz), and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia, Paramount/WBD, AJPW, MLW & more!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 218:50


This week on The Flagship, we look at TV ratings trends over the last week, Paramount looking to purchase WBD, WrestleMania going to Saudi Arabia in 2027, a catch-up on AJPW's Kings Road tournament, three pro wrestling deaths this week (Jaka, Taishin Nagao, and Rodolfo Ruiz), and more.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/voices-of-wrestling-flagship/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Unmade: media and marketing analysis

Welcome to an audio-led edition of Unmade. Today we explore last night's Foxtel announcements and a record breaking crash in Nine's share price.To get maximum value from a paid membership of Unmade, sign up today.Your annual membership gets you tickets to September's REmade conference on retail media; to October's Unlock conference on marketing in the nighttime economy; and to Unmade's Compass end-of-year roadshow.You also get access to our paywalled archive.Upgrade today.Foxtel Upfront: More sport, better techSo now we have the first proper look at what the new Foxtel will be like. Five months on from the sale to DAZN, last night's Foxtel Upfront ‘26 event signalled that for the most part, it will be business as usual. Those of us who trooped across Anzac Bridge to Sydney's old White Bay Power Station saw a show that (not surprisingly given the new owner) swung the emphasis towards the sport portfolio, with less focus on the Binge side of the entertainment portfolio.So far, more has stayed the same than has changed. Kayo, not DAZN, will remain the sports streaming brand, for now at least.Despite losing its HBO content when Warner Brother Discovery launched Max, Binge remains - now leaning on NBC Universal for content. The Paper, the spinoff from The Office, started streaming last week. Ahead of the event, CEO Patrick Delany told me: “It's held its own and it's far more profitable without the extraordinary cost of Warner Brothers in it.”Delany wasn't at last night's event, instead flying to London for a DAZN board meeting; he sent a video message. His absence wasn't particularly jarring. The Foxtel Upfronts have always been more the domain of the boss of the Foxtel Media sales house, Mark Frain.As well as Delany, we also spoke to Frain ahead of the event. Highlights from both those conversations accompany this post as a podcast.Although the emphasis was on sport - with perhaps two-thirds of the presentation dedicated to that side of the business - there were entertainment recommissions announced too, including Colin from Accounts, High Country, The Great Australian Bakeoff and Selling Homes. And new content included Run, The Postcard Bandit, and Tough Love.But the direction is towards sport. According to Delany, they've never let a rights deal go that they wanted to keep. “We've never lost a sports rights content that we didn't want to lose.” Apart from the English Premier League back in 2015, perhaps.Soon the platforms will slide across to DAZN's platform technology. And, says Delany, subscribers to the original Foxtel broadcast service will eventually see their streaming service Foxtel Go move across too. (As a grumpy subscriber, that can't come too soon for me.)Not that the company will be investing any more in the Foxtel hardware. IQ4 and IQ5 boxes will be refurbished or retired. There will be no IQ6.The other piece of hardware that will quickly fade from view is Hubbl. Delany confirmed in the interview that the push is over 18 months after it began. Hubbl is, as he puts it, “in maintenance mode”. That's not quite send to the farm, but close. Given that the company sold more than 100,000 units (Delany revealed it's “not tens of thousands” - they can't just turn off the tap. So technical support for Hubbl will presumably remain for some time.And Frain's push to create a new centre of gravity for the screen industry away from free to air continues to edge forward with the Video Futures Collection becoming an organisation in its own right.Director of customer engagement Toby Dewar told the room:  “All of this has brought us to a key milestone for the VFC. We are becoming an independent industry backed body. What started two years ago as an informal think tank led by Foxtel Media, it's now becoming something bigger.“With structure, governance and a simple mandate to go faster, to go broader, and to ensure we keep the customer at the center of how we push forward with the streaming revolution.”There was no announcement last night of one of the free to air players joining the VFC, which Foxtel has been pushing for. But Dewar did announce, slightly vaguely: “I'm excited to say that along with Seven, Nine and Paramount, we are exploring ways to collaborate and focus on shared research projects to better understand the outcomes across screens.”Other announcements included a move into gaming via a tie-up with Livewire; a push into retail media and a new brand-funded content arm with (I thought rather clever) name of Narratv. Is branded entertainment back?* Declaration of interest: Foxtel provided me with accommodation and covered some of my travel to the eventNine share price drops by a third after Domain exitNine's share price went through a record 35.9% wipeout on Thursday, taking almost $1bn off its market capitalisation.However the change was expected, as the market revalued the stock after the sale of Domain to US real estate giant Costar. Yesterday was the date for Nine's shares to go ex-dividend, which means that anybody who buys Nine shares from now on are not entitled to the special dividend from the Domain sale when it is paid out at the end of the month.Nine's new market cap is $1.7bn.It was also a generally down day elsewhere on the Unmade Index, which monitors the performance of Australia's listed media and marketing companies.Seven West Media lost 3.5%, Ooh Media lost 2.6% and Ive group lost 2.2%.In the lower reaches of the index, Sports Entertainment Group - owner of SEN Radio - lost 7.3% while research house Pureprofile lost 6.7%. Vinyl Group gained 15%.Thanks to Nine's big drop, the Unmade Index also saw the biggest one-day fall in its history, losing 20.3% to land on 464.2 points.Time to leave you to your Friday.I'll be back tomorrow with Best of the Week. I've been thinking about the Lachlan succession, and last night's news of a potential Paramount takeover of WBD.Have a great dayToodlepip…Tim BurrowesPublisher - Unmade + Mumbrellatim@unmade.media This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unmade.media/subscribe

The Options Insider Radio Network
The Hot Options Report: 09-11-2025

The Options Insider Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 19:03


This episode of the Hot Options Report breaks down the day's most active options markets. While VIX and Qs trading was slow, major indices like SPY, SPX, and IWM saw heavy volume. The show highlights explosive single-stock action, with new names appearing on the leaderboard and a massive rally in meme stock OPEN.  Mark discusses the most popular options contracts in each market and provides insight into the potential trades and risks involved. Timestamps: [00:00] VIX [02:00] SPY [03:00] SPX [03:40] IWM [04:20] QQQ [05:20] (10) WBD [06:30] (9) Micron [07:20] (8) Intel [08:15] (7) AMD [09:00] (6) Baba [09:50] (5) Apple [10:50] (4) Oracle [12:20] (3) Nvidia [13:10] (2) Tesla [14:00] (1) OPEN ----------------------------------------------------------------------- All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Open to the Public Investing Inc, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors.  Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before considering any options strategy.  Options investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount, and are only available for qualified customers.  Index options have special features and fees that should be carefully considered, including settlement, exercise, expiration, tax, and cost characteristics.  See Fee Schedule for all options trading fees. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Rebate rates vary monthly from $0.06-$0.18 and depend on the particular security, whether the trade was placed via API, as well as your current and prior month's options trading volume. Review Options Rebate Terms here. Rates are subject to change. Go to public.com/optionsbrief to learn more.    

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be
Zaz's A.I. War & Anthropic's $1.5B Settlement

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 22:19


Eriq Gardner joins Peter to break down a handful of blockbuster A.I. lawsuits: WBD, Disney, and NBCUniversal are unloading their legal artillery on Midjourney over claims of copyright infringement, while a group of authors eye a windfall from Anthropic, accused of ripping off millions of books to feed its chatbot. Eriq explains how the outcomes of these cases could rewrite the rulebook for A.I. regulation moving forward. 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

We Belong Dead
Episode 147

We Belong Dead

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 143:34


What's that? You can't believe that we actually got back in the studio on schedule? Well, that makes three of us. But believe it kiddos, because we are back to give you the reefer-fueled nonsense that you so desperately crave! We've got wrestling of both the regular AND horror variety, a movie about a magical little person who's obsessed with gold that isn't The Leprechaun, 80s teen idols bearing it all, some groovy tunes by bands with silly ass names, and so much more! So prepare your dirty little hearts and minds for the auditory onslaught that is We Belong Dead 147! As mentioned in the episode, we encourage you to send your love and well wishes to the wonderful Reggie Bannister at: Reggie Bannister PO Box 4387 Crestline, CA 92325 Want to check out some “classic” WBD episodes? Head over to https://dispatchespodcast.wordpress.com to listen to our ramblings from years past! Have any questions or comments for us? Send us a message to our social media pages or email us directly at webelongdeadpod@gmail.com. And if you liked the music you heard on this or any other episode, check out the We Belong Dead Tunes playlist on Spotify! And don't forget to look up our sponsors, Pseudo Ludo, Remakes Plethora, Mitch O'Connell, Unlovely Frankenstein, Mani-Yack Monsters, Jeff Brawn, and IBTrav Artworks. They're some of the best spots to find all of the horror, occult, and general weirdo items that your dark little hearts desire!  Also, check out our newest addition to our sponsor list, Orbit DVD. They're a stunningly well stocked weirdo film supplier, and are practically guaranteed to make any horror nerd's shriveled little heart happy!  

Front Row Material with Jerry Lynn & Mikey Whipwreck
FRM Presents: TNA the new #2 ?

Front Row Material with Jerry Lynn & Mikey Whipwreck

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 101:00


On this episode the guys discuss whether TNA has the potential to become the new #2 in Wrestling! Will WWE prevent AEW for securing another TV contract with WBD or another network?

The Dan Rayburn Podcast
Episode 140: Disney Earnings and NFL/ESPN News; Latest Numbers from WBD, Fubo, Altice and FOX One Launch

The Dan Rayburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 45:37


This week, we detail all the news from Disney's earnings, its proposed deal between ESPN and the NFL and the launch of ESPN's new DTC service this month. We also discuss the impact of Disney's decision to no longer report paid subscribers or ARPU numbers for Disney+ and Hulu, and will cease reporting ESPN+ numbers as of next month. We also discuss all the essential numbers from Q2 earnings for WBD, Paramount Global, Fubo, Altice, Akamai, Fastly, Vimeo, and highlight the upcoming launch of FOX One on August 21st, as well as recent news from Roku and MLS.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

美轮美换 The American Roulette
059 | 美国媒体的分水岭时刻 This is America's Watershed Moment

美轮美换 The American Roulette

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 67:07


【聊了什么】 2025年是美国媒体行业的分水岭之年。特朗普重返白宫,不仅没有再次给媒体续命,反而加速了传统媒体的衰落,他通过诉讼、监管等多种手段深刻影响了派拉蒙等传媒巨头的商业决策,共和党也掀起了对公共广播的资金围剿。与此同时,WBD、Comcast等集团纷纷拆分传统有线电视业务,科技新贵入主好莱坞,一个旧时代正被加速终结。这期节目中,我们又请来了杨一,一起深入剖析美国媒体的未来将走向何方。 播客文字稿(付费会员专享):https://theamericanroulette.com/america-media-watershed-moment-trump-transcript 【加入杨一的花园 · 会员计划】 8月31日前加入「杨一的花园 · 会员计划」,成为「联结者」,可以使用优惠码MLMH10,立享首年9折优惠。 美轮美换付费会员加入「杨一的花园」,享首年8折优惠,请登陆美轮美换网站了解兑换方式。 https://yangyigarden.com 【支持我们】 如果喜欢这期节目并希望支持我们将节目继续做下去: 也欢迎加入我们的会员计划: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ 会员可以收到每周2-5封newsletter,可以加入会员社群,参加会员活动,并享受更多福利。 合作投稿邮箱:american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【时间轴】 01:38 「杨一的花园 · 会员计划」 02:23 AAJA记者年会观察:AI、创作者经济与行业变革 12:00 派拉蒙合并案中的特朗普因素与政治博弈 21:57 Colbert深夜秀的落幕与喜剧形态的演变 33:19 WBD、Comcast为何纷纷拆分有线电视业务? 39:56 国会停止拨款,美国公共广播(NPR/PBS)何去何从? 48:33 默多克与特朗普因《华尔街日报》报道再现裂痕 55:36 为何说2025年是美国媒体真正的分水岭? 61:17 未来挑战:AI、“Google Zero”与创作者经济的冲击 【我们是谁】 美轮美换是一档深入探讨当今美国政治的中文播客。 我们的主播和嘉宾: 小华:媒体人 杨一:旅英媒体人 【 What We Talked About】 2025 is a watershed year for the American media industry. The return of Trump to the White House, rather than reviving the media, has accelerated the decline of traditional outlets. Through litigation, regulation, and other measures, he has profoundly influenced the business decisions of media giants like Paramount, while the Republican party has intensified its campaign to defund public broadcasting. Concurrently, conglomerates such as WBD and Comcast are spinning off their traditional cable TV businesses, and new tech money is moving into Hollywood, rapidly bringing an end to an old era. In this episode, we are once again joined by Yang Yi to conduct an in-depth analysis of where the future of American media is headed. Podcast Transcript (Paid Subscribers Only): https://theamericanroulette.com/america-media-watershed-moment-trump-transcript 【Support Us】 If you like our show and want to support us, please consider the following: Join our membership program: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/americanroulette Business Inquiries and fan mail: american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【Timeline】 01:38 Yang Yi's Garden · Membership Program 02:23 Observations from the AAJA Convention: AI, the Creator Economy, and Industry Transformation 12:00 The Trump Factor and Political Maneuvering in the Paramount Merger Case 21:57 The End of Colbert's Late Show and the Evolution of Comedy Formats 33:19 Why Are WBD and Comcast Spinning Off Their Cable TV Businesses? 39:56 With Congress Cutting Off Funding, What's Next for America's Public Broadcasting (NPR/PBS)? 48:33 Murdoch and Trump Rift Resurfaces Over a Wall Street Journal Report 55:36 Why 2025 is the True Watershed Year for American Media 61:17 Future Challenges: The Impact of AI, "Google Zero," and the Creator Economy 【Who We Are】 The American Roulette is a podcast dedicated to helping the Chinese-speaking community understand fast-changing U.S. politics. Our Hosts and Guests: 小华 (Xiao Hua): Journalist, political observer Yang Yi: Journalist based in London

TD Ameritrade Network
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Leading 2025 Box Office, Fandom Experience

TD Ameritrade Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 9:54


Paul Dergarabedian and Jeff Walker break down Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) earnings. Paul points out that WBD has driven the box office rebound this year, with smash hits like Sinners, Minecraft, Superman, Final Destination: Bloodlines, F1 and more. Jeff highlights their status as the largest physical media distributor and the licensing revenue from their franchises. He thinks too much emphasis is placed on streaming prowess while ignoring the broader fan media ecosystem.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Streaming Into the Void
Streaming Into the Void - August 3, 2025 - And the New Warner Bros. Discovery Companies Will Be...

Streaming Into the Void

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 40:10


This week, WBD announces the names of the companies into which it will split, and San Diego ComicCon Gives Us A Lot of Greenlights, and some Cancellations Nielsen Ratings Show Notes Warner Bros. Discovery Announces Post-Split Company Names, Executive Leadership Teams Epic Universe, ‘How To Train Your Dragon' Buoy Comcast Q2 As Company Posts Gain On Sale Of Hulu Stake Peacock Subscribers Stuck at 41 Million While Streamer's Losses Slim to $101 Million in Q2 ‘Booster Gold': HBO Max Series Progressing With Pilot Penned By ‘Our Flag Means Death' Creator David Jenkins 'The Gilded Age' Renewed For Season 4 By HBO Goodbye, Carrie Bradshaw: ‘And Just Like That' Ending After Season 3 on HBO Max ‘Invincible' Gets Early Season 5 Renewal At Prime Video; Matthew Rhys Joins Voice Cast ‘The Legend Of Vox Machina' Renewed For Fifth & Final Installment; Prime Video Teases Season 4 With First Look At Comic-Con Sadie Soverall & Matt Cornett To Star As Percy & Sam In ‘Every Summer After' Amazon Series Adaptation; Full Cast Lee Jung-jae Starring In Prime Video Series 'Nice To Not Meet You' 'Captain Planet and the Planeteers' Live-Action Series Set at Netflix ‘Squid Game' Stars Kim Si-eun, Roh Jae-won Join ‘All of Us Are Dead' Season 2 as Netflix Zombie Hit Returns 'Assassin's Creed' Live-Action Series Ordered at Netflix ‘Fubar' Canceled By Netflix After 2 Seasons Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells To Star In ‘Stay Tuned' Comedy Series Based On John Ritter Movie In Works At Hulu 'Happy Face' Canceled By Paramount+ After One Season Jake Johnson Joins Tatiana Maslany in Apple TV+ Series 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' 'Stick' Renewed for Season 2 at Apple TV+ ‘Pluribus' First Look: Vince Gilligan Goes Sci-Fi After ‘Breaking Bad' and ‘Better Call Saul' as Apple TV+ Sets Fall Release 'Slow Horses' EP/ Writer Will Smith To Exit Show After Season 5 'The Holiday' Limited Series in Development at Apple TV+ ‘Walking Dead: Dead City' Renewed for Season 3, Seth Hoffman Takes Over as Showrunner Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Renewed for Fourth and Final Season What We've Been Doing Donkey Kong Bananza Star Trek: Strange New Worlds The Naked Gun Mountainhead

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition
Warner Bros. Just Did Something Very, VERY Stupid...

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 13:38


Warner Bros. Discovery is splitting in half (again) and the names of the two halves? Are you sitting down? It's Warner Bros. and Discovery. Just like how HBO Max went to Max and then back to HBO Max, WBD decided they'd be better off as separate entities. So why bother in the first place? Then we talk about Coyote vs. Acme and how they get digs in at the merger. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. D/REZZED News covers Pixels, Pop Culture, and the Paranormal! We're an independent, opinionated entertainment news blog covering Video Games, Tech, Comics, Movies, Anime, High Strangeness, and more. As part of Clownfish TV, we strive to be balanced, based, and apolitical. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://news.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition
Warner Bros. Just Did Something Very, VERY Stupid...

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 13:37


Warner Bros. Discovery is splitting in half (again) and the names of the two halves? Are you sitting down? It's Warner Bros. and Discovery. Just like how HBO Max went to Max and then back to HBO Max, WBD decided they'd be better off as separate entities. So why bother in the first place? Then we talk about Coyote vs. Acme and how they get digs in at the merger.Watch this podcast episode on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify.CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles.D/REZZED News covers Pixels, Pop Culture, and the Paranormal! We're an independent, opinionated entertainment news blog covering Video Games, Tech, Comics, Movies, Anime, High Strangeness, and more. As part of Clownfish TV, we strive to be balanced, based, and apolitical. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://news.clownfishtv.com/On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTVOn Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvgOn Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

Motley Fool Money
AI, Superman, and Solar's Kryptonite

Motley Fool Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 42:01


Oh yes, we're talking all kinds of stocks! (00:21) Jason Hall and Matt Frankel discuss: - AI stocks in the data center space (including CoreWeave) - Winners and losers in energy and solar from the Big Beautiful Bill. - With Superman coming out, we rank the intellectual property of Warner Bros. Discovery, Comcast, Disney, and Netflix (19:11) Dave Schaeffer, founder and CEO of Cogent Communications, talks with Asit Sharma and Sanmeet Deo about how Cogent's deals with customers like Netflix and Meta Platforms work and what keeps him up at night. (32:39) Jason and Matt talk about Prime Day and other made up holidays and give us the stocks on their radar. Stocks discussed: CRWV, DLR, EQIX, AMZN, MSFT, BEP, BEPC, NVDA, CRM, CSIQ, RUN, FSLR, ENPH, TSLA, GEV, J, CEG, FLNC, WBD, CMCSA, DIS, NFLX, SOFI, CHD Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel, Asit Sharma, Sanmeet Deo, Dave Schaeffer Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investing Experts
Netflix is still king

Investing Experts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 51:30


Sector expert Dan Rayburn on streaming and media space (1:15). WBD, Comcast spinning out linear assets (2:50). Netflix and Spotify (6:15). Nielsen is a joke (9:20). Metrics to look at - ARPU, very important (14:15). Netflix is still king (16:20). Disney's an interesting one (25:55). Warner Brothers' rebranding (33:30). DIRECTV doing some cool stuff, NFL free on YouTube, new Amazon numbers, Peacock still losing money (38:40).Show Notes:Super Bowl Streaming, Disney Deep Dive And Why Numbers Don't LieNetflix Releases Useless Data, But Still Considered The Gold StandardStreaming Reality Vs. Fantasy With Dan RayburnEpisode transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

Business Pants
Zaslav's payday, Tesla's robotaxi test, AI cash burn “for humanity”, tech boys love defense spending

Business Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 62:35


Story of the Week (DR):Warner Bros. Discovery Reworks CEO Pay, Reducing David Zaslav's Massive Compensation DRDavid Zaslav will take a pay cut after Warner Bros. Discovery splits up—with a big hit to his bonusDavid Zaslav Is Getting a Pay CutWarner Bros to significantly slash CEO David Zaslav's pay packageWarner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav Pay to Drop After Company SplitDavid Zaslav's Pay To Be “Substantially” Lowered Ahead Of Split, WBD Says, But CEO Will Still Reap RewardsIf Zaslav hits 100% of his operational and financial goals in the first year after the split, his target pay will be $16.5mn, compared with $37mn in the current contract. If he hits 200% of the targets, it will be as high as $30mn, the company said on Monday.However, the bulk of Zaslav's future pay will be based on stock options after shareholders rebuked a model based on free cash flow generation.The securities filing made late on Monday said the beleaguered media boss would receive about 24mn in WBD shares that could be purchased for the current $10.16 price.If the share price were to double, the package could eventually be worth nearly $250mn.Two weeks after 60% of Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders rejected CEO David Zaslav's $52M pay plan, the Compensation Committee restructured his plan using Hollywood's latest CGI, special effects, and most seasoned stunt doubles: his new plan reduces his annual pay targets significantly–from $37M to $17M if he hits 100% of his targets–but the devil is in the details as he is eligible for $37M if he reaches 200% of his targets and is getting a massive option grant of 21 million shares at an extremely low strike price of around $10 per share, giving him the theoretical opportunity to make $1.4B if Warner Brothers' share price regains its 2021 high of $77.Boeing's longest-tenured director Lynn Good joins the Board of Morgan Stanley just two days after the crash of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in India killed more than 200 people.Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky says his company is a 'convenient scapegoat' as European cities protest overtourism“In Barcelona, housing prices rose 60% over the past decade, but Airbnb listings actually decreased. So we can't be the culprits.”Corporate Italy lacks female CEOs, stock exchange head warnsClaudia Parzani, the head of Milan's stock exchange: Italy lacks women in position of leadership and that's a cultural issue that the business community needs to fix: “Last year we probably reached the lowest level of female CEOs leading listed companies at Milan's Stock Exchange.” Of course the article provided no data.Australia's highest-paid CEOs revealed — and the one woman on the listShemara Wikramanayake, the only woman in the top 20, made $30 million as CEO of Macquarie Group.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: What Is a ‘Fridge Cigarette'? A New Term for Diet Coke Gains Traction. MM DR MM: Lawyers Just Discovered Something About Meta's AI That Could Cost Zuckerberg Untold Billions of DollarsIt spits out large portions of books verbatimMM: Disturbing Test Shows What Happens When Tesla Robotaxi Sees a Child Mannequin Pop Out From Behind a School BusAssholiest of the Week (MM): Musk's xAI Burns Through $1 Billion a Month as Costs Pile Up DRxAI: $12bn/yr burnWe build AI specifically to advance human comprehension and capabilities.Musk says SpaceX vision for Mars will save humanity as he continues to push human extinction fearsOpenAI: $5bn/yr burnOpenAI is an AI research and deployment company. Our mission is to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity.Anthropic: $3bn/yr burnWe strive to make decisions that maximize positive outcomes for humanity in the long run.Act for the global good.Low end estimate to end world hunger per year: $7bnWorld Bank estimate for clean water for all humanity: $150bn/yearNumber of US households without water access: 19mCompliance costs for Clean Air Act: $65bn/yrAnd the great AI investment is getting us…Lowe's CEO says young workers should stay away from the corporate office and close to the cash register"AI isn't going to fix a hole in your roof," Lowe's CEO Marvin Ellison said. "It's not going to respond to an electrical issue in your home. It's not going to stop your water heater from leaking."Amazon CEO tells employees to expect cuts to white-collar jobs because of AIAs ChatGPT Linked to Mental Health Breakdowns, Mattel Announces Plans to Incorporate It Into Children's ToysSeems like, like all tech bro toys, they start with “good of humanity” and end with “rich”Dario Amodei net worth: 1.2bnMusk net worth: 406bnAltman net worth: 1.8bnSpotify's Daniel Ek leads $694 million investment in defense startup Helsing DRPalantir, Meta, OpenAI execs to commission into Army reserve, form ‘Detachment 201'OpenAI wins $200 million U.S. defense contractSpeaking of tech bro middle school manbabies… ever notice how when they're done building their “innocent” empire (paying for things online! 3d goggles! Internet friends!), at some point while swimming in their dual class billions they invest in “defense”?Is it just that middle school boys love things that blow up? Is it really so simple that they all stopped maturing at age 13?Headliniest of the WeekDR: Dimon: CEOs can't expect "everything to be constantly easy"DR: On Juneteenth, Trump says the US has 'too many' holidays "Too many non-working holidays in America … The workers don't want it either!"MM: Jamie Dimon says creating a functional workplace means firing 'a—holes'Who Won the Week?DR: Airbus. Because it's not Boeing.MM: RFK Jr - attacking pharma ads? Good. Healthy Starbucks? Good. Not being involved in starting world war III with Iran? Good. OMG, RFK Jr won the week… PredictionsDR: Tech CEOs start wearing military hats with the main decal being a digital number representing their wealth calculated to the second based on current share price; gold stars representing how many votes per share their class B holdings represent; and stripes represent how many years of college they did NOT attend: 3 stipes meaning they dropped out 2nd semester of first yearMM: Boeing's Ortberg, after reading this paper (Chief executive officer (CEO) Machiavellianism and executive pay.) on how CEOs who act like Machiavelli suggested are successful, decides to fire HALF of Boeing, and give the other half donuts on Fridays in the breakroom because, “...any cruelty has to be executed at once, so that the less it is tasted, the less it offends; while benefits must be dispensed little by little, so that they will be savored all the more.”

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann on Punk absorbing hypocrisy claims, Queen and King tournaments, AEW Unified Title, Truth, Goldberg, Becky-Bayley

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 130:27


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:Lay of the land in the Queen of the Ring and King of the Ring tournaments including the return of AsukaGoldberg's return and being gifted a title shot against Gunther including how WWE could have made that more palatable and credibleDoes it seem C.M. Punk is flustered lately - including his interactions with John Cena on TV - with the social media backlash against him going to Saudi Arabia and are his critics relishing calling him a hypocrite?The latest with R-Truth and Ron KillingsA look at the state of TNA as Rich is heading to TNA tapings this weekendThoughts on streaming overtaking broadcast and cable as the main way people consume programming nowThe latest with WBD and the changes in the corporate structureTidbits and thoughts on recent podcast highlights with Cody Rhodes, Undertaker, and the BellasThe new AEW Unified Title and where it could all be headedA review of the Becky Lynch-Bayley exchange on Raw this weekPaul Levesque steps on rakes again when it comes to making political appearances and commentsClosing thoughts on the battle of the Mall of America compared to Canada's mega-man in EdmontonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Lori & Julia
6/18 Wednesday Hr 1: Justin Bieber and Scooter Settlement, Orlando Bloom Solo Wedding and Anderson Cooper Exit Strategy

Lori & Julia

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 43:29


It sounds like the Justin Bieber and Scooter Braun settlement is imminent, we have our answer to the Katy Perry/Orlando Bloom Bezos wedding plans and the world remembers Anne Burrell. Plus Anderson Cooper might be reading the writing on the wall and is making plans around WBD shake up. Dawn and Mike are in again for BK and dawn watched a movie last night. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Business Pants
Kraft de-dyes, Zaslav's fake pay drop, Amazon's hour of SAF, Whirlpool finds a woman

Business Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 42:43


TraditionalKraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from U.S. products by end of 2027 SEC Drops Proposed Anti-Greenwashing Fund Disclosure RulesInitially launched by the SEC in 2022, the proposed “Enhanced Disclosures by Certain Investment Advisers and Investment Companies About Environmental, Social, and Governance Investment Practices” rule was designed by the Commission to address the lack of clear rules communicating the ESG attributes of an increasing number of funds marketing themselves using terms such as “green” or “sustainable.”At the time, the Commission said that the lack of consistent and comparable data “makes it difficult for investors to make better informed investment decisions that are in line with their ESG investment goals,” and “may lead to potential greenwashing.”Peru's Climate Education Revolution: A Blueprint for Global ActionOn World Environment Day 2025, the Government of Peru launched a national initiative to embed climate and environmental education into the country's school system.This move sets an example for the rest of the world and shows how education can and should be a central part of a country's climate strategyPresident Dina Ercilia Boluarte led the announcement of a formal agreement between the Ministry of the Environment (MINAM) and the Ministry of Education (MINEDU).Warner Bros. Discovery Reworks CEO Pay, Reducing David Zaslav's Massive CompensationIf Zaslav hits 100% of his operational and financial goals in the first year after the split, his target pay will be $16.5mn, compared with $37mn in the current contract. If he hits 200% of the targets, it will be as high as $30mn, the company said on Monday.However, the bulk of Zaslav's future pay will be based on stock options after shareholders rebuked a model based on free cash flow generation.The securities filing made late on Monday said the beleaguered media boss would receive about 24mn in WBD shares that could be purchased for the current $10.16 price.If the share price were to double, the package could eventually be worth nearly $250mn.Bank unveils green loans plan to unlock trillions for climate finance An innovative plan to use public money to back renewable energy loans in the developing world could liberate cash from the private sector for urgently needed climate finance.The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB), who developed the proposals, believes the plan could drive tens of billions of new investment in the fledgling green economy in poorer countries within a few years, and could provide the bulk of the $1.3tn in annual climate finance promised to the developing world by 2035.Amazon Buys More than 9 Million Liters of Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Cargo FlightsVenice locals protesting Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding: 'No space for Bezos'Rate the New Woke/DEI Hire:MI6 Names Its First Female Chief, Career Spy Blaise Metrewelifirst woman to lead Britain's foreign intelligence service in the agency's 116-year history "C"; most recently the director general of technology and innovation "Q"Whirlpool Corporation Welcomes Judith Buckner to Board of Directorsonly 4th woman on 13-member board with -12% gender influence gap; President of Reynolds Cooking & Baking; other leadership roles including Director of Manufacturing, Plant Manager, Director of Engineering and New Product Development and Vice President of Operations and Engineering. Degree in Chemical Engineering; Whirlpool board knowledge dominated (27%) by Economics and AccountingLynn Good Elected to Morgan Stanley Board of Directorslongest-tenured Boeing director (2015-)Rate How “Good” the Headline Is Speed Round: Trump's $499 smartphone will likely be made in ChinaThe Trump Organization's newly-announced smartphone will likely be made in China, experts say, despite claims that the device will be manufactured in the U.S.Her Boss Has Been Spelling The Company Name Wrong For Over A Year, So She Anonymously Reports Him To The Board Of DirectorsGeneral Mills CEO Harmening: ‘We don't sell Cheerios in the morning and then think about sustainability in the afternoon'Companies Bragging About Their AI Furious as Job Applicants Use AI During InterviewsFu Yu's independent directors resign, leaving CEO as only one on boardFinally, rate how good this should/could be for Free Float Analytics:Half of company directors think their board is of no value to the businessAlmost half (46 percent) of company directors in the US and UK think their boards do not add enough value to their organisation, according to the Board Value Index from Board Intelligence. The Board Value Index is based on responses from more than 200 executive and non-executive directors from companies with over $50 million in turnover across the UK and US. Almost a third (31 percent) of directors surveyed said that their board adds no value at all, with half of that group believing their board is actively holding their organisation back.

Relay FM Master Feed
Downstream 97: Brand Destruction

Relay FM Master Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 44:16


Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/downstream/97 http://relay.fm/downstream/97 Jason Snell Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] clean 2656 Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] This episode of Downstream is sponsored by: Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Guest Starring: Josef Adalian Links and Show Notes: TV Picks: Joe: Murderbot and Stick (Apple TV+) Jason: Dept. Q (Netflix) Get Downstream+ and don't miss a segment!

Downstream
97: Brand Destruction

Downstream

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 44:16


Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/downstream/97 http://relay.fm/downstream/97 Brand Destruction 97 Jason Snell Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] clean 2656 Zaz splits WBD, the neverending Paramount sale, listener letters, and TV picks! [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Apple TV stasis, Clooney on CNN, and the Great Netflix User Migration.] This episode of Downstream is sponsored by: Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Guest Starring: Josef Adalian Links and Show Notes: TV Picks: Joe: Murderbot and Stick (Apple TV+) Jason: Dept. Q (Netflix) Get Downstream+ and don't miss a segment!

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting
Can Paul Levesque Handle the Truth? | Pollock & Thurston

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 75:44


John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about R-Truth returning to WWE, the WBD split, WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, and Canelo vs. Crawford.First, we examine the six days between Ron Killings stating that his WWE contract wasn't being renewed, the ensuing fan outrage, his return at Money in the Bank, and Paul Levesque's non-answer at the post-show press conference.Plus, WBD splitting its companies, WrestleMania 42 is confirmed for Las Vegas, Netflix lands Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford, an internal memo at TKO addresses Trump's latest travel ban, and Vince McMahon sells more TKO stock. RELATED:Music 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.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SportsBusiness Journal
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: June 10, 2025

SportsBusiness Journal

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 8:09


Private equity reaches college sports; WBD to split its media business; MLB's marketing of top prospects.

Motley Fool Money
HBO and CNN Split Up

Motley Fool Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 16:44


Warner Bros. Discovery is planning to break itself up into two distinct companies. (00:21) Andy Cross and Jason Hall discuss: - Warner Bros. Discovery splits up. - How does it affect the streaming game of thrones? - Reddit vs. Claude Companies discussed: WBD, NFLX, DIS, CMCSA, RDDT Host: Andy Cross Guests: Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Media with Richard Deitsch
Sports Media Roundtable: Will the Thunder-Pacers and Oilers-Panthers draw your interest? Plus, Inside The NBA talk

Sports Media with Richard Deitsch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 54:07


Episode 513 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features host and podcaster Donnovan Bennett of Sportsnet (Canada), Sports Media Watch founder and editor Jon Lewis and Boston Globe sports media columnist Chad Finn. In this podcast, we discuss what kind of interest the Thunder-Pacers NBA Finals will have; what it means that last year's NBA Finals averaged 11.31 million viewers; why we have not seen an NBA Finals game get more 14 million in five years; the Stanley Cup Final between the Oilers-Panthers; why this series will pop in Canada; WBD doing the series as opposed to ABC/ESPN and what that means; the celebrations for Inside The NBA; will ESPN keep the show the same, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. 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

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast
Podcast #1202: Home Theater System for under $2000

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 43:38


On this week's show we look at how the strategies keep changing in the streaming wars. We spend your money and design a home theater system for less than $2000. And as usual we read your email and take a look at the week's news. News: Broadcast Schedule's New Paradigm 75% of Streamers Have Tried an Ad-Supported Plan Google TV users will soon be asked to rate apps Viewers can now add Apple TV+ to a DIRECTV subscription Top Streaming Services Change Up Strategies A Business Insider article suggests the streaming wars have shifted from competition to strategic alliances and distinct priorities. Netflix now prioritizes engagement over subscriber numbers, revamping its homepage with vertical video to rival YouTube and TikTok. Disney focuses on subscriber growth through bundles with Hulu and ESPN, aiming for profitable expansion. Warner Bros. Discovery's Max emphasizes profitability, leveraging high-quality content to retain subscribers rather than competing with Netflix's scale. Engagement is key as streamers build ad businesses. Netflix, with 8% of U.S. connected TV watch time, uses engagement to reduce churn and support its $2.2 billion ad business. Amazon's Prime Video scales ads by enabling them for all users unless they opt out, using shopping data to boost ad effectiveness. While Netflix and Amazon focus on engagement for ads, Disney, Paramount+ (79 million subscribers), and Peacock (41 million) prioritize subscriber growth, though neither is profitable yet. Profitability is critical for WBD, which has cut Max's content spending to focus on financial sustainability, leveraging HBO's legacy content. Its bundling with Disney+ and Hulu supports international growth. Apple TV+ faces high churn due to its limited library, leaving its strategy unclear. As streamers balance growth, engagement, and profitability, alliances and niche strategies redefine success in a crowded market. Home Theater System for under $2000 Ok so you bought a house and spent all your money but you already had a 70” TV from your previous home. And while that has been great you want something more out of your TV watching experience. Somehow you scrape together a $2000 budget and want to know what kind of “Home Theater” System you can cobble together to provide you with immersive surround sound. For this exercise we are assuming a typical living room (e.g., ~15x20 ft) and a focus on movies and general entertainment. We will emphasize value and performance while keeping the setup beginner-friendly. Key Considerations Room Size: Our medium-sized living room can benefit from a 5.1 or possibly a 5.1.2 (Dolby Atmos) setup for surround sound. We have chosen to stay with a 5.1 system for budget concerns. Priorities: Clear dialogue, deep bass, and immersive surround effects are key for movies and gaming. Music performance is secondary but still considered. Components: You'll need an AV receiver, speakers (front, center, surrounds), a subwoofer, and a streaming device.  Setup: We opted for wired speakers for reliability and cost savings over wireless systems, which can eat into the budget. Recommended System AV Receiver: Denon AVR-S760H 2021 Model  ($500 from Amazon) We are on a budget so a 2021 model that does everything you need for a small family room on a budget is absolutely the right call here. Don't overlook last year's models on your A/V equipment. No one will walk into your house and whisper about last years (or four years ago) model behind your back. This is a 7.2-channel receiver with 75W per channel, supporting 4K/120Hz, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and room calibration (Audyssey). It's versatile, beginner-friendly, and handles modern formats for movies and gaming. 6 HDMI inputs (3 with 8K support), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and HEOS for streaming. Refurbished units can save even more. Speaker System: RSL CG3M 5.1 home theater system ($850 Direct from RSL) We splurged a little on the speakers. The CG3Ms will not disappoint! We have been fans of RSL since we had Joe Rogers on the show about 15 years ago. He is a musician and understands what music is supposed to sound like and has designed speakers with that in mind.  This compact speaker system will put you right in the middle of a concert or movie! You really can't get better at this price. The 300 watt 10” subwoofer is plenty for your small to medium sized family room.   Speaker Wire and Cables: Monoprice ($50 Budget) Pretty much from day one we have been saying buy good cables but don't spend a lot of money doing so. $50 at Monoprice goes a long way for your Speaker and HDMI cables.   Streaming Device: ($150 Budget) A streaming device enhances your home theater by providing access to all kinds of entertainment options, including Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+,and YouTube. These dedicated streaming devices offer faster performance, regular software updates, and broader app compatibility. They also support advanced features like 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, and voice control, elevating your viewing experience with superior picture and sound quality. Additionally, devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or Apple TV are portable, affordable, and easy to set up, making them a versatile upgrade for any home theater, regardless of your TV's age or brand. Sales Tax: $90 - $150 Unfortunately we can't forget the tax man. There are a few places in the US that do not have a sales tax and other areas range from 6% up to 10%. Total Cost: ~$1,640-$1,700 This leaves ~$300-$360 for a programmable remote, Atmos, or height speakers. Or a year of a new streaming service.  This system balances cost, performance, and future expandability, delivering an elevated experience for your new home without breaking the bank.

The Business
Ramy Youssef on why ‘#1 Happy Family USA' had to be animated; WBD puts the ‘HBO' back in ‘HBO Max'

The Business

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 28:31


Warner Bros. Discovery has renamed its streaming service once again. Beginning in the summer of 2025, “Max” will be “HBO Max” again. The company dropped “HBO” from its name in 2023, a move which was widely recognized as the company's attempt to become more competitive with a company like Netflix in its programming variety. The name change signals a renewed focus on the associations between HBO and a certain caliber of TV. What's next for WBD and the streaming landscape writ large? Kim Masters and Matt Belloni are on deck to talk it through. Plus, NPR TV critic Eric Deggans talks with comedian and actor Ramy Youssef on creating #1 Happy Family USA. The new series marks Youssef's first foray into animation. His latest comedy shares a lot of DNA with the award-winning series Ramy — drawing even more inspiration from childhood memories of growing up in a Muslim family in New Jersey post-9/11.

The Business
Ramy Youssef on why ‘#1 Happy Family USA' had to be animated; WBD puts the ‘HBO' back in ‘HBO Max'

The Business

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 30:02


Warner Bros. Discovery has renamed its streaming service once again. Beginning in the summer of 2025, “Max” will be “HBO Max” again. The company dropped “HBO” from its name in 2023, a move which was widely recognized as the company’s attempt to become more competitive with a company like Netflix in its programming variety. The name change signals a renewed focus on the associations between HBO and a certain caliber of TV. What’s next for WBD and the streaming landscape writ large? Kim Masters and Matt Belloni are on deck to talk it through. Plus, NPR TV critic Eric Deggans talks with comedian and actor Ramy Youssef on creating #1 Happy Family USA. The new series marks Youssef’s first foray into animation. His latest comedy shares a lot of DNA with the award-winning series Ramy — drawing even more inspiration from childhood memories of growing up in a Muslim family in New Jersey post-9/11.