Burning Questions About the Future of Paramount

Burning Questions About the Future of Paramou...

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Inside the Internet IP Gold Rush Sweeping Hollywood

Matt is joined by producer Scott Glassgold to discuss internet IP and the short-story boom that has taken over Hollywood after major successes in ‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’, whether this is a micro or macro trend, how these internet stories are developed for the big screen, and ...  Show more

The Biggest Winners and Losers of 2026 So Far

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to select their winners and losers in the entertainment industry so far this year, from actors with surprise hits, studio heads with embarrassing flops, CEOs of struggling companies, and producers that made huge swings that paid off. Host: ...  Show more

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