Episodi

  • 539. Skydance's New Era; LA Soundstage Market Corrects; Joe Rogan Re-Ups
    Oct 14 2026
    This week, Paul and Jessica recap Skydance/Paramount closing its acquisition of WBD and the new leadership team's initial announcements. Next, Paul provides an update on the steep discounts in valuations for LA's most storied sound stages and lots as they both reminisce about their time working on lots. Finally, Paul celebrates Joe Rogan and Spotify who just announced a renewal agreement for the most successful podcast ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 min
  • 538. Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act , UTA Re-Org, and Feige Honored
    Oct 7 2026
    This week, Paul provides an update on the Protect College Sports Act which passed by a wide margin in the Senate. Next, Paul and Jess discuss an internal restructuring at United Talent Agency which creates a Filmed Entertainment division to harmonize film, television, and streaming as the businesses increasingly blend together. Finally, Paul takes a minute to celebrate Kevin Feige who was named the Will Rogers Foundation Pioneer of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 min
  • 537. Paramount/Skydance reaches deal with State AGs (for now); Puck Sold
    Sep 30 2026
    This week, Paul and Jess begin with an update on the Paramount WBD saga as Paramount and the 12 state attorney's general announce a settlement that is awaiting judicial confirmation. Next, they discuss Puck's capital raise as Red Bird Capital becomes its new lead investor at a $250M valuation. Finally, Paul celebrates one of the iconic films from his childhood, Transformers: The Movie which is being re-released for its 40th anniversary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • 536. Disney's Creator Deals, A New (Federal Film Tax Credit) Hope?, and CA's AI Disclosure Law for Advertisements, and
    Sep 23 2026
    This week, Paul and Jess cover a diverse range of topics from Disney's new deals with influencers and content creators, a new potential federal Film tax credit, and finally, a recently-signed law in California that requires advertisers to disclose when synthetic performers are prominently used in advertisements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 min
  • 535. Emmys Recap & Artist Residencies Expand Geographically
    Sep 16 2026
    This week, Sean Gupta resumes his BCP residency and provides an insider perspective on the 2026 Emmys. Sean and Paul recap the biggest winners of the night and greatest TV shows of the past year. Finally, they discuss a recent trend of artist residencies expanding outside of traditional hubs like NYC, Las Vegas and London. Bad Buddy, Celine Dion, Backstreet Boys and others are hosting residencies all around the globe and driving tourism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 min
  • 534. Venice Film Festival, Tupac's Killer Convicted (?), and Ramayana Release Date Set
    Sep 9 2026
    This week, Paul and Jess begin with a high level description of some of the most compelling works at this year's Venice Film Festival. Next, Paul breaks down the recent conviction of Duane "Keefe D" Davis in the murder of Tupac Shakur 30 years ago. Finally, they preview the Indian film, Ramayana, which will have, by far, the highest budget of any Indian film ever made, and attempt to bring the ancient Sanskrit mythological work to the big screen and audiences globally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • 533. Love Island USA Renewed, Drake Cashes Out OVO
    Sep 2 2026
    This week, Paul welcomes Jessica back into her co-hosting chair as they wrap up the summer. They begin with a recap of Drake's sale of a controlling interest in his clothing and lifestyle brand, OVO, to Authentic Brands Group. Next, they discuss Love Island: USA which Peacock recently renewed for a Ninth season, and why it is such a great asset for Peacock (and its participants). Finally, Paul provides an update on the criminal trial and conviction of Thomas Goldstein, the Scotus Blog founder and high-stakes gambler who was convicted of tax evasion of mortgage fraud, who is begging to be let out of jail pending his appeal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • 532. Angela Yu: Co-Founder and Co-Ceo Storeel (Vertical Drama Company)
    Aug 26 2026
    This week, Paul and Sean interview one of Sean's former Columbia Business School students who co-founded Storeel, a vertical drama distributor and production platform that enables users create their own vertical dramas using cutting-edge technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 min