Katzenberg Says Hollywood Facing Existential Issues
Sep 8, 2023
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Jeffrey Katzenberg, Co-Founder of DreamWorks Animation and board member at Aura, discusses the Hollywood writer's and actor's strike. Marcus Shaw, CEO at AltFinance, talks about helping students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities explore a future in finance. They also discuss challenges and opportunities in Hollywood, the lack of recruitment from HBCUs by Wall Street, and the challenges of understanding and transitioning to alternative investments.
Jeffrey Katzenberg discussed the implications of AI on the entertainment industry and the challenges faced by writers and studios due to structural changes.
Marcus Shaw highlighted Alt Finance's mission to promote diversity in finance and provide opportunities for students from historically black colleges and universities.
Deep dives
Aura: Addressing Online Crime and Providing Protection for Families
Aura is a company that aims to combat online crime by offering comprehensive protection for families. With the increasing number of online scams and cyber threats, Aura has developed a platform that provides features such as identity and credit protection, anti-virus measures, AI-powered call and message protection, and parental controls. The company's goal is to simplify the process of safeguarding individuals and their families from online crime, offering a wide range of features and functions to cater to different needs. Aura's success has attracted high-profile board members, including Jeffrey Katzenberg and Robert Downey Jr.
The Impact of AI and the Writer's Actor Strike in Hollywood
During the podcast episode, Jeffrey Katzenberg also discussed the writer's actor strike in Hollywood and the implications of AI on the entertainment industry. Katzenberg highlighted that strikes are temporary and eventually come to an end, but addressing the issues at hand is crucial. He emphasized the challenges faced by both writers and studios due to significant structural changes in the industry, such as the rise of streaming platforms and diminished employment opportunities. Additionally, the introduction of AI as a creative tool has both positive and negative aspects. Overall, Katzenberg expressed the importance of resolving these complex issues through constructive dialogue.
Alt Finance: Encouraging Diversity in Finance and Supporting HBCU Students
Marcus Shaw, CEO of Alt Finance, discussed the organization's mission to promote diversity in finance and provide opportunities for students from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Alt Finance aims to educate and expose HBCU students to careers in alternative investments, including private equity and real estate. The organization offers a fellowship program that provides fellows with the necessary education and experience to pursue successful careers in the field. Shaw highlighted the challenges faced by HBCUs in terms of funding and the need for increased corporate support and alumni giving. By cultivating relationships and creating pathways, Alt Finance aims to empower HBCU students and foster a more diverse and inclusive finance industry.
Jeffrey Katzenberg, Co-Founder of DreamWorks Animation and board member at Aura, shares his thoughts on the Hollywood writer's and actor's strike. Marcus Shaw, CEO at AltFinance, discusses helping Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities exploring a future in finance. Hosts: Paul Sweeney and Jess Menton. Producer: Paul Brennan.