Paramount Global has been through a lot lately. The company has been in talks with Skydance Media for over a year. They finally agreed to merge in July 2024. But the deal had to go through the FCC. That process was not easy. Critics said Paramount paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit. They thought this was to get President Trump's support. CBS also canceled "The Late...
The beloved animated series South Park is facing an uncertain future as a high-stakes financial dispute unfolds behind the scenes. The creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, are locked in a battle with Paramount Global and the incoming studio owner, Skydance. At the center of the conflict is a proposed 10-year, $3 billion deal that would significantly increase the val...
Streaming services have reached a major turning point. For the first time, streaming content took the lead in May, edging out broadcast and cable TV in total viewership. This shift was highlighted in a recent monthly report on TV viewing habits. Streaming platforms captured 44. 8% of the TV screen time, while broadcast and cable together made up 44. 2%. This ...
A significant change is happening at Paramount Global's Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios. Barbara Zaneri, who has been a key figure in the company for 25 years, is stepping down from her role as chief program acquisitions officer. She is making way for Virginia Lazalde-McPherson, who has been with the division since 2019. This move was announced by Chris McCart...
The media world is buzzing with the news of Warner Bros Discovery's big move. Just a few years back, the company was formed through a massive merger. Now, it's splitting into two separate entities, each with its own path forward. The streaming and studios side, which includes big names like HBO and Warner Bros, is gearing up for a tough fight. It's going head-to-hea...
Shari Redstone, the 71-year-old head of Paramount Global, is fighting a tough battle. She recently revealed that she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. This news came out as she is trying to finalize a major deal with Skydance Media. The deal is important because it will merge Skydance with Paramount, which owns CBS and other media outlets. This merger is still wa...
The Peabody Awards stand out in the world of TV and media. They are unique because they do not favor any specific platform. You cannot campaign for them. Instead, a small jury of 18 people decides the winners through unanimous agreement. This process sets them apart from other awards. The University of Georgia has been managing these awards since 1940. That is eight...
In today's world, celebrity news spreads faster than ever. Tiger Woods, the famous golfer, is once again in the spotlight. This time, it's not for his golf skills but for his personal life. He recently visited the White House, and the gossip mills started churning. People were talking about it in restaurants, on social media, and everywhere in between. The publi...
The Daily, a popular podcast, is getting a fresh boost with the addition of two new co-hosts. Natalie Kitroeff and Rachel Abrams will be joining Michael Barbaro, the original host. This move comes after Sabrina Tavernise decided to step back from co-hosting to focus on reporting. Kitroeff brings a wealth of experience from her role as the Mexico City bureau chief. H...
A well-known journalist is taking a step back from his long-time role. Eugene Robinson, who has been a familiar face at the Washington Post for decades, is leaving. This move comes after the newspaper's owner, Jeff Bezos, decided to change the focus of the opinion section. The new direction emphasizes personal freedoms and the free market. Robinson, who is 71 years ...