Entertainment Industry Power Shift and Alec Baldwin's Trial

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The chapter explores the changing dynamics in the entertainment industry as traditional media players engage with tech giants, and the potential impact of the Biden administration's FTC crackdown on mergers. It also delves into the high-stakes trial of Alec Baldwin, likened to a Western movie, as he faces jail time for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Helena Hutchins.

Episode 361: Neal and Toby preview the annual Sun Valley conference where the biggest names in Tech and Media meet to potentially make deals that could shape the future. Then, Alec Baldwin is set to go on trial for the tragic shooting that occurred while filming on set. Plus, the FTC wants to prevent a merger between two mega mattress companies. Meanwhile, protesters in Barcelona are telling tourists to stay away during a time where Americans are flocking to Europe. Next, Toby looks at the latest trend of ‘luxury’ berries. Lastly, elevators emerge as a new potential scapegoat as to why housing costs have skyrocketed.

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00:00 - NATO and Fed Chair

2:15 - Billionaire Summer camp kicks off

6:50 - Alec Baldwin on trial

11:00 - Mattress industry shake up

14:20 - Europe loves/hates tourists

17:50 - Toby’s trends: berries

21:30 - Why US elevators suck

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