Better Call Paul

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Better Call Paul

Hosted by former Marvel entertainment lawyer Paul Sarker and entertainment enthusiast Mesh Lakhani, Better Call Paul will delve into the business and legal issues at play behind the glitz and glam. This show takes you beyond the catchy headlines to find out what’s really at play behind the scenes and gives you an introduction to the business side of show business.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    345. Disney's Search For Iger's Successor and Onion's Bid for Infowars

    This week, we recap Netflix's Jake Paul v Mike Tyson live event and discuss the Nielsen streaming TV and film ratings for October. Next, Paul and Mesh break down Disney's recent earnings call and its search for Bob Iger's successor. Finally, they discuss Alex Jones' recent bankruptcy auction in which Onion seemingly submitted the winning bid for the Infowars assets, prior to the bankruptcy judge ordering a deeper dive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min

  2. NOV 13

    344. Influencers Sway Election and Possible Media Landscape Changes

    This week, Paul and Mesh highlight a few entertainment headlines prior to focusing on Trump's election win. In particular, they discuss how the result was a surprise to many mainstream media outlets and how Trump's strategy of appearing on popular long-form podcasts resonated with a new generation of voters. Finally, they ponder whether Republican policies may cause an increase in M&A activity in the media sector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min

  3. NOV 6

    343. November Box Office Preview and Schiff Calls for Federal Film Tax Credit

    This week, Paul and Mesh look forward to four tentpole releases this November: Wicked, Gladiator 2, Moana 2, and Red One. Next, Paul discusses the United Way Hurricane Benefit Concert in support of the communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Finally, they discuss calls from politicians and other industry leaders for a Federal film tax credit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min

  4. OCT 30

    342. Eva Longoria saves John Wick Franchise, Recruiting Caitlin Clark, and AI radio hosts?!

    This week Paul and Mesh look forward to Halloween and Diwali and reflect on Liam Neeson's action roles amid his tentative retirement plans before discussing Eva Longoria's last minute financing of John Wick which made the billion-dollar franchise possible. Next, they delve back into women's basketball and rumors that Caitlin Clark is being heavily recruited to join a 3-3 winter women's league, Unrivaled. Finally, they ponder the pros and cons of AI on-air talent as Off Radio Krakow in Poland made the controversial decision to lay off its human journalists and replace them with AI avatars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min

  5. OCT 24

    341. Liam Payne's Tragic Death and FTC Click to Cancel

    This week, Paul and Mesh discuss former One Direction member, Liam Payne's tragic death as he fell from a third floor balcony in his hotel in Buenos Aires. Next, they discuss Christopher Nolan's next film at Universal and finally they end with the FTC's recently announced final rule which creates liability for companies that do not allow subscribers to easily cancel their subscriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min

  6. OCT 16

    340. Fall TV Deep Dive and FAST TV Heats up

    Paul and Mesh begin with a celebration of peak sports season and discuss the recent spike of LSAT takers. Next, they discuss the DIRECTV and DISH merger and DIRECTV's announced entry into the free ad supported streaming (FAST) market. Finally, they do a deep dive into to the 60+ series coming out this fall and highlight the ones they most want to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  7. OCT 9

    339. Joker 2 Falters, Entertainment Layoffs, and Diddy Scandal Grows

    Paul and Mesh begin with a discussion of the movie box office, including Joker: Folie a Deux's underwhelming opening weekend and rave reviews for The Wild Robot. Next, they discuss the U.S. jobs report and entertainment industry layoffs as well as QVC's entry into live sports programming. Finally, then with a Diddy scandal update including 120 plaintiffs potentially filing civil suits against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  8. OCT 2

    338. Faisal Lateef: General Counsel of Avant Gardner

    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

    42 min
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Hosted by former Marvel entertainment lawyer Paul Sarker and entertainment enthusiast Mesh Lakhani, Better Call Paul will delve into the business and legal issues at play behind the glitz and glam. This show takes you beyond the catchy headlines to find out what’s really at play behind the scenes and gives you an introduction to the business side of show business.

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  • Channel
    Lola Media
  • Creator
    Lola Media
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lola Media

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