Better Call Paul

This week, Paul and Jessica begin with an analysis of how the recent blue wave may mean the end of the Protect College Sports Act. Next, they discuss the opening weekend of Godzilla Minus Zero and whether it can live up to the performance and acclaim of its Oscar-winning predecessor. Finally, they debate the 2027 nominees for the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, an incredible collection of talented performers and song writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Paul and Jess begin by remembering Sir Patrick Stewart, the legendary actor, who passed away at the age of 86 but left behind a legacy of iconic roles. Next, they discuss some statistics showing that Film and TV production in NYC has been growing at an incredible clip, as a more lucrative production incentive and more streamlined permitting have encouraged studios to film more projects in NYC. Finally, Paul provides a Nielsen ratings update on the top streaming shows for September as well as some intriguing cable news statistics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Paul interviews fellow GT Entertainment lawyer, Paige Kaplan Randolph who was named one of The Hollywood Reporter's top lawyers in the new era of entertainment among other reps who are advocating for influencers and creators at the intersection of streaming, social media, endorsements and legacy media. Paige discusses how she broke into the entertainment industry and built her practice in this growing subset of entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Paul and Jess begin with a report out of MIPCOM that Fox and Kevin Hart's Hartbeat agreed to a deal where Fox will have preferential rights to develop film and tv projects out of Hartbeat's microdramas. Next, they discuss the debut of the Grand Theft Auto: VI trailer ahead of the game's Nov 19th release. Finally, they explore Character.Ai filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and what options and suitors there might be for their IP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Paul and Jessica recap Skydance/Paramount closing its acquisition of WBD and the new leadership team's initial announcements. Next, Paul provides an update on the steep discounts in valuations for LA's most storied sound stages and lots as they both reminisce about their time working on lots. Finally, Paul celebrates Joe Rogan and Spotify who just announced a renewal agreement for the most successful podcast ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices