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#209 Maneuvering Through the Media Maelstrom: The Paramount Plight

In this episode, we dive deep into the captivating world of Hollywood to understand how nepo babies really do run everything. Tune in as we chat about the current state of streaming services with a special focus on Paramount and its bizarre recent earnings call.


We also touch on Apple’s buyback announcement, Boeing’s aborted rocket launch, and OpenAI's partnership with the Financial Times.


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This episode is sponsored by Vodafone Business. Vodafone Business continues to support Irish SMEs and are here to help you achieve your business goals. With this in mind, Vodafone’s V-Hub Digital Advice and support platform offers free, one-to-one digital advice tailored to your business. Whether you want to grow your online presence, explore best cybersecurity practices, get tips for social media or discuss collaboration tools for your business, our V-Hub experts are here to help.


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(3:38) Paramount’s Problems

(15:20) Warren Buffet on Paramount

(25:05) Apple’s earnings

(30:30) Boeing’s Aborted Rocket Launch

(33:20) OpenAI and the Financial Times

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