Media Clips

Financing and Deal Making Amid Consolidation

2026-02-1721:21

In GHJ’s latest episode of the Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff invites back Akin Partner and Head of Entertainment, Media and Sports Chris Spicer and Bank of America Head of Entertainment Industries Group Randy Hua. The trio welcomes Content Partners Executive Vice President and Revolution Studios Chief Executive Officer Scott Hemming to discuss the latest trends in entertainment financing and deal making.The four industry leaders cover:Challenges in domestic distribution Trends in consolidation across the entertainment industryPotential opportunities resulting from a broader market and fewer studiosThe surge in demand for branded IPThe importance of audits for related party transactionsListen in to learn more. Follow the Media Clips podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to hear past episodes and listen to new episodes as soon as they become available.

What an Acquisition of Warner Bros. Means for the Industry

2025-12-2335:25

In this episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast, GHJ Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with renowned industry experts, including: O’Melveny & Myers Partner Lindsay ConnerUSC Annenberg's Center for the Digital Future Director Dr. Jeffrey ColeBrecheen, Feldman, Breimer, Silver & Thompson Partner Leigh BrecheenThe panel breaks down what a Warner Bros. deal would mean for the film and television industry. This features discussion around:What Netflix and Paramount would gain from acquiring Warner Bros. (or parts of it)What the entertainment landscape will look like if Netflix achieves this dealWhat it will look like if Paramount doesHow a Netflix or Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. will affect producers, investors, co-finance partners and talentRegulatory challenges ahead for these companiesAction steps for entertainment professionals to take nowListen to the podcast to learn more.

2025 Accounting and Tax Updates in Film and Television

2025-12-1126:26

In the episode, discussion surrounds:Federal, state and local tax developments shaping year-end planning for studios, production companies and entertainment executives, covered by GHJ Entertainment Tax Expert Dan Li and GHJ SALT Practice Leader Frances Ellington GutierrezInternational tax updates from film credits to digital taxes and transfer pricing, as well as how to plan for international production in 2026, explained by GHJ International Tax Expert Andreas KollerThe evolution of finance departments in entertainment, including the latest trends in integrating technology, AI and outsourcing into accounting practices, covered by GHJ Client Accounting and Advisory Service Practice Leader Arna ErazoMarket trends in the entertainment sector and expectations for increased capital availability in 2026, described by GHJ Transaction Advisory Services Practice Leader David SuttonUpdates to GAAP accounting, covered by GHJ Audit and Assurance Expert Dan LandesLastly, Ilan discusses considerations and best practices for profit participation audits going into 2026Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: @GHJX: @GHJ_UpdatesFacebook: @GHJAdvisorsYouTube: @GHJ Advisors

Media Clips Over the Years – Words from Influential Guests

2025-11-2010:25

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International Tax Updates in Entertainment

2025-07-3008:59

This podcast follows the article, “5 Things to Know About International Tax Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry.”Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: @GHJTwitter: @GHJ_UpdatesFacebook: @GHJAdvisorsYouTube: @GHJ Advisors

Licensing Trends in Entertainment Deals

2025-07-0817:13

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Economic Considerations for Entertainment Leaders

2025-06-2309:55

The podcast references the article: 5 Things for Entertainment Professionals to Know When Considering a GAAP Financial Statement Audit.Five Things Every Entertainment Leader Should Know can be accessed here.Follow us on social media:LinkedIn: @GHJTwitter: @GHJ_UpdatesFacebook: @GHJAdvisorsYouTube: @GHJ Advisors

Annual Fireside Chat with Dr. Jeffrey Cole | Trends in Film and Television Business

2025-06-1215:06