What Happens When a “Succession” Writer Takes on Silicon Valley
In this episode, host Stephanie Wu talks with Jonathan Glatzer, the creator of the new AMC series The Audacity, about how a writer known for Succession approached a Silicon Valley‑centric drama. Glatzer explains that the show uses the tech world as a backdrop to explore the lives, ambitions, and moral compromises of a diverse cast—including a wannabe tech titan, a psychiatrist serving billionaire clients, and veterans affairs officials—rather than focusing on the technology itself. He shares how real‑world events like AI therapy bots, VA layoffs, and even a personal wildfire influenced the script, and he offers a sharp critique of tech’s promised societal benefits versus its actual impact. The conversation highlights the show’s blend of satire and human drama, reflecting Glatzer’s perspective that tech is a cultural lens, not the story’s core.
Matt Belloni on the Oscars, the Ellisons, and Hollywood’s Next Chapter
In this episode of Channels with Peter Kafka, Puck journalist Matt Belloni breaks down the 2026 Oscars, highlighting Warner Bros.’s final big‑budget campaign with films like “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” and the shifting power dynamics after the studio’s...
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...