The Powers That Be: Daily Paramount in Peril & Apple’s Need for Speed
Jun 26, 2025
Kim Masters, a prominent journalist and author for Puck, joins Julia Alexander to dissect the intricate CBS-Trump legal saga. They delve into the potential impact of a $20 million settlement on CBS's ‘60 Minutes’ and discuss the ethical dilemmas that arise in politically charged media environments. The conversation also turns to Apple's forthcoming ‘F1’ movie, weighing its potential as a game-changer against the risks of a costly failure, showcasing the turbulent interplay between Hollywood and corporate ambitions.
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Paramount's $20M Settlement Insight
- Paramount and CBS consider a $20 million settlement to end their legal issues with Donald Trump as a reasonable solution.
- This figure aligns with similar settlements by other companies, suggesting a precedent for such payments to avoid bigger conflicts.
60 Minutes' Prestigious Yet Perilous Role
- CBS's 60 Minutes is a prestigious asset that Paramount would likely hesitate to end despite controversies.
- Handling Trump's scrutiny demands careful balancing to maintain journalistic integrity without inciting backlash.
F1: A Potential Blockbuster
- F1 is described as a great, immersive, old-fashioned popcorn movie akin to Top Gun Maverick.
- Despite race car movies historically underperforming, F1 has a huge marketing launch that could change that trend.