The Ben and Emil Show BAES 130: Netflix v. Paramount: Who Will Win
Dec 11, 2025
The streaming wars are heating up as Paramount makes a bold $30 billion bid for Warner Bros, leaving Netflix in a competitive frenzy. Ben and Emil dissect the timeline of this corporate chess game, revealing who stands to gain from the shake-up. They tackle the implications of Hollywood's consolidation, examining the potential cultural risks and the dynamics of creative freedom. Adding to the drama are concerns over regulatory scrutiny and the influence of backers like Saudi investors. It's a riveting analysis of a rapidly changing industry landscape!
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Depop Scam And Frustrating PayPal Support
- Emil shared a personal scam experience: he was tricked via a Depop sale and manipulated into giving payment details.
- He canceled cards and criticized PayPal support for poor AI-driven help.
Corporate Split Made Targeted Bids Possible
- Warner Brothers Discovery split enabled sellers to carve out studios and streaming assets separately from cable networks.
- That carve-out made a Netflix-only bid feasible while leaving CNN and cable channels to other bidders.
Netflix Offer Tied To A Spin-Off And Long Review
- Netflix's offer mixes cash and stock and depends on Warner spinning off cable networks first.
- The deal faces an estimated 12–18 month regulatory review window before closing.
