Who Are Upfronts Even For?
The Marketing Brew Weekly episode breaks down this year’s Upfronts, noting a shift toward legacy networks leaning heavily on their deep catalogs, nostalgia, and proven IP—such as reboots, spinoffs, and book adaptations—to reassure advertisers amid economic uncertainty. New‑tech players like Amazon, YouTube, and other big‑tech platforms are still pushing creator partnerships and live‑event rights, but their presentations feel crowded and AI‑heavy, making it harder for buyers to digest. Executives from legacy companies (NBCU, Disney, Fox) made high‑profile appearances, signaling that ad sales remain a strategic priority, while the battle for live sports and award‑show rights continues to be a key differentiator. Overall, the conversation highlights a tension between safe, legacy‑driven content and the risk‑taking, creator‑centric strategies of newer platforms.
Crime Weekly
Crime Weekly is a true‑crime podcast hosted by former detective Derrick Levasseur and content creator Stephanie Harlowe. The show blends headline‑making cases with lesser‑known investigations, delivering detailed analysis and listener safety tips. Recent episodes spotlight the Athena Strand murder sentencing, the...
Look How Streaming Is Actually Lowering the Cost of Watching the NFL
The episode debunks the claim that streaming has made watching the NFL unaffordable, showing that consumers can access all 272 games for roughly $600 or less—under $3 per game—by using a mix of antenna, a la carte streaming, and selective...
Mark Rober's $60 Million Dollar Experiment
In this episode Mark Rober and chief content officer Scott discuss the creation of Class Crunch Labs, a free K‑8 science curriculum that has cost roughly $60 million to produce. They explain how Rober’s expertise in capturing attention on YouTube informs...
The Murdoch Dynasty - A Business Worth a Thousand Words
In this episode of The Dividend Cafe, host David Bonson dissects Disney’s 2019 $71.3 billion acquisition of Fox’s entertainment assets, focusing on why Rupert Murdoch sold the content portfolio but retained the news and sports properties. He highlights the divergent post‑deal performance:...
William Shatner & Neil deGrasse Tyson Think ‘The Universe Is Absurd’
In this episode of KCRW's The Business, host Kim Masters chats with William Shatner and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about their joint live show, "The Universe Is Absurd," which blends science fact with science‑fiction humor. They recount how the partnership...
Is Google Quietly Losing? YouTube “Stations” Impact? 3 Big Questions for Google | Behind the Numbers
In this episode, senior forecasting analyst Drew Spink and newsletter analyst Marissa Jones dissect Google’s Q1 2026 results, focusing on three big questions: whether Google will introduce ads to its Gemini chatbot, how the company’s massive AI spending is being...
The Run for the Roses Racks up a Big Audience; Comcast and Disney Have an NFL Network Stare Down; the...
The episode covers three main topics: the record‑breaking TV audience for the Kentucky Derby and the impact of Nielsen’s new big‑data measurement, Amazon Prime Video’s expansion into college basketball streaming rights, and the ongoing carriage dispute between Disney/ESPN and Comcast...
Game 7s, Duke's Prime Video Deal, and a Conversation with Northwestern's J.A. Adande
In this episode of Sports Media Watch, hosts John Lewis and Armand Brody discuss the shifting landscape of sports broadcasting, from the decline of traditional studio shows to the rise of streaming and podcast platforms, highlighted by a conversation with...
The Jesser Business Blueprint (Feat. JesserCo President Zach Miller)
In this episode of Crater Upload, hosts Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen interview Zach Miller, President of Jesser Co., about the recent reorganization of the company and its growth strategy. Miller explains how the parent company shifted from Bucket Squad...
Turning VR Into a Spectator Sport with Mirra - Where We Buy #381
In this episode, James Cook talks with Sam Wang, founder of Mira Immersive, about the company’s innovative VR arena that blends immersive gaming, live spectator screens, and full-service food and beverage. Wang explains how Mira’s 25‑by‑25‑foot arena lets up to...
The Impacts of Disney's ESPN Decision; Reacting to the NFL Draft; and Caitlin Clark and the Fever Set Another WNBA...
The episode breaks down Disney's new CEO Josh DeMauro decision to keep ESPN under the Disney umbrella, highlighting the network's diminishing cable relevance and potential future shifts. It also covers the CW's new streaming home on the ESPN app via...
Not So FAST
In this episode, host John Gingek chats with industry veteran Gavin Bridge—formerly a researcher, Variety analyst, and head of fast channels at Amazon MGM—about the structural flaws in today’s streaming model. Bridge argues that the industry’s focus on binge‑worthy tentpole...
Moonwalk Hard
In this episode of the Box Office Podcast, hosts Scott Mendelson, Lisa Layman, and guest Chrissy Michaels discuss recent box‑office performance, highlighting the surprise success of the music biopic "Michael" which earned $97 million domestically and $217 million worldwide, making it the...
Taylor Swift Files to Trademark Her Voice and Likeness Amid Crackdown on AI Deepfakes
The episode explores Taylor Swift's recent move to trademark her voice and likeness as a preemptive strike against AI-generated deepfakes. It explains how the trademark system works, the legal precedent for protecting a performer's vocal identity, and the broader industry...