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mediaentertainment2 years ago

"Inside the Power Struggle: CNN's David Zaslav's Plot to Oust Jeff Zucker"

David Zaslav, the head of Warner Bros. Discovery, reportedly criticized former CNN president Jeff Zucker, calling him a weakling who had tears in his eyes after his ouster from the network. Zaslav was unimpressed with Zucker's behavior and had been considering firing him due to CNN's controversial anti-Trump stance. The article also details Zaslav's interactions with CNN host Don Lemon, who was fired in April after making a sexist comment. Zaslav's relationships with key figures at CNN, including Zucker and Chris Licht, deteriorated as he focused on reshaping the network. Licht was eventually ousted from CNN after facing criticism from employees.

mediaentertainment2 years ago

"HBO CEO Casey Bloys Under Fire for Alleged Fake Twitter Account Drama"

Casey Bloys, HBO and Max chairman and CEO, is set to face reporters at a presentation of HBO's 2024 content slate amid allegations of a Twitter scheme revealed in a Rolling Stone article. Bloys and his senior vice president of drama programming, Kathleen McCaffrey, allegedly coordinated online responses to critical reviews by setting up dummy social media accounts. The article includes text exchanges between Bloys, McCaffrey, and a former HBO executive assistant who was tasked with creating the fake accounts. Bloys is portrayed as a thin-skinned executive unable to handle criticism. HBO declined to comment on the allegations, and it is unclear if there will be any punitive action.

mediaentertainment2 years ago

"The Future of Podcasting: Insights from Bill Simmons, Alex Cooper, Emma Chamberlain, and 36 Other Influencers"

Top hosts, executives, and agents in the podcasting industry discuss the transformation and challenges of the medium over the last five years. They share their pet peeves, such as poor audio quality and scripted reading, and highlight the biggest misconceptions about podcasting. The industry has grown significantly, with increased listenership and respect, but there is still room for evolution, including greater diversity and reaching new audiences. Despite the growth, the consensus is that we have not reached "peak podcast" yet, as there is still ample opportunity for audience growth and creative development.