Channels with Peter Kafka

Janice Min on Hollywood’s Crisis; Reed Duchscher on the Creator Boom

Janice Min, publisher of The Ankler, paints a bleak picture of Hollywood, likening Los Angeles to a "Detroit vibe" as media consolidation squeezes the advertising pool. In contrast, Reed Duchscher, founder of Night, announced a $70 million raise to expand his agency that represents digital stars like Kai Cenat and Hassan Piker. Both CEOs are building companies designed to survive rapid industry shifts—Min preparing for fewer advertisers, Duchscher juggling YouTube’s long‑form and Shorts formats. Their divergent tones underscore a common challenge: adapting legacy and creator‑focused businesses to a volatile media landscape.