Episodes

  • 338. Faisal Lateef: General Counsel of Avant Gardner

    338. Faisal Lateef: General Counsel of Avant Gardner
    Oct 2 2024
    This week, Paul interviews Faisal Lateef, the general counsel of Avant Gardner. Avant Gardner is a leading electronic dance music brand and venue operator in New York City and it operates the legendary Brooklyn Mirage, among other venues. Faisal discusses his entry into the music business, his journey to law school and how he pivoted during the pandemic to leading the legal team at Avant Gardner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • 337. Emmys, Diddy in Jail, and California's New AI Laws

    337. Emmys, Diddy in Jail, and California's New AI Laws
    Sep 25 2024
    This week Paul and Mesh quickly recap the Emmys and reflect on the biggest TV shows of the last year. Next, they discuss Diddy's arrest and the federal indictment regarding decades of criminal activity and ponder Sean Combs' future. Finally, they breakdown five new laws enacted in California regarding the use of AI in political content and sexual deep fakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • 336. VMAs Recap, 2nd Presidential Debate, & Taylor’s Presidential Pick

    336. VMAs Recap, 2nd Presidential Debate, & Taylor’s Presidential Pick
    Sep 18 2024
    Paul and Mesh begin by looking back at the incredible career of James Earl Jones who passed away at the age of 93 but leaves behind a legacy of timeless characters. They then dive into the latest Max growth projections and recap the 40th year of MTV’s VMA's. Finally, they discuss the viewership numbers for the second presidential debate and whether the debate (and Taylor Swift’s post-debate endorsement of Kamala Harris) will move the needle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • 335. Summer Box Office Recap and Matthew Perry's Dealer's Face Trial

    335. Summer Box Office Recap and Matthew Perry's Dealer's Face Trial
    Sep 11 2024
    This week, Paul starts with a shoutout to SABANY who graciously invited him to host their 2024 Awards Gala and then Paul and Mesh discuss the U.S. Open and the Toronto International Film Festival. Next, they recap the summer box office and August jobs report with a focus on the entertainment industry. Finally, they discuss the criminal investigation surrounding Matthew Perry's death and the five individuals who were charged, including the Ketamine Queen of Noho and Dr. P who have both pled not guilty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • 334. Venice Film Festival, Joaquin Phoenix Drama, and Film Tax Incentive Review

    334. Venice Film Festival, Joaquin Phoenix Drama, and Film Tax Incentive Review
    Sep 4 2024
    This week, Paul and Mesh reflect on the end of summer and Alexandra Cooper's new 9-figure podcast deal. Next, they discuss the Venice Film festival and the legal implications of Joaquin Phoenix bailing on a film project 5 days prior to production. Finally, they update us on the state of the California film and television industry and how its market share is declining, in particular in response to other states and countries enacting more generous film and TV tax incentives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • 333: Kenny Leu - Actor, Entrepreneur, and Martial Arts Champ

    333: Kenny Leu - Actor, Entrepreneur, and Martial Arts Champ
    Aug 28 2024
    This week, Paul interviews another unbelievable guest, Kenny Leu. Kenny's star in the acting world is rising. After selling his company, he took the plunge and decided to pursue his childhood acting passion full-time. He walks us through his move to LA, getting representation, and eventually transition from commercials, to network television and finally getting leading roles in films. Paul and Kenny also discuss the impact of changes in the industry from DEI to the evolution of technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • 332. Sean Gupta: Banker, TV Exec and Columbia Professor

    332. Sean Gupta: Banker, TV Exec and Columbia Professor
    Aug 21 2024
    This week, Paul interviews Sean Gupta, a television executive and former investment banker who has deep experience across cable, broadcast and streaming. Sean, who also teaches a class on television and streaming at Columbia Business School, provides an insider perspective on the forces causing the major shifts in television today and where the industry might be headed. Sean is also co-founder of SAMMY, which is a group of South Asian media executives and creatives who collaborate to support each other and increase representation for South Asians across media and culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • 331. Closing out the Olympics and Linear TV Turmoil

    331. Closing out the Olympics and Linear TV Turmoil
    Aug 14 2024
    This week, Paul and Mesh reflect on the final days of a successful ’24 Paris Olympics before turning to a handful of entertainment updates such as Michelle Pfeiffer joining Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe as the lead of the Madison. The main topic this week is the staggering billion dollar write downs for WBD and Paramount as both companies acknowledge that the linear television business is presenting significant challenges which may be worse than either initially feared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins