Hollywood Strikes and Streaming Shifts

This chapter explores the ramifications of ongoing strikes in Hollywood, prompting studios to reevaluate their productions amidst a landscape dominated by live sports programming. It highlights the competitive dynamics of streaming services, particularly Netflix's strategies to contend with changing viewer preferences and the complexities of media rights negotiations. Additionally, the chapter recounts a humorous anecdote reflecting on gift-giving practices in the industry, juxtaposed with serious discussions about ownership turmoil at Paramount.