The Best One Yet

šŸ» ā€œBabies Off The Floorā€ ā€” Koala Kareā€™s diaper monopoly. Paramountā€™s ultimate nepo-baby. Christian Diorā€™s $57 handbag drama

Jul 10, 2024
Koala Kare's diaper monopoly, Christian Dior's $57 handbag drama, Paramount's nepo-baby acquisition. Plus, Shark Week and the unpaid interns of the animal kingdom.
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ANECDOTE

Paramountā€™s Dude-ification

  • Paramount Global was acquired by Skydance for $8 billion, ending months of media drama.
  • The new owner, David Ellison, is turning Paramount into a "dude studio," focusing on franchises like Mission: Impossible and Yellowstone.
INSIGHT

The Ultimate Nepo Baby

  • David Ellison, the new head of Paramount, is a prime example of a "nepo baby."
  • He acquired the company using his father Larry Ellison's wealth, highlighting Hollywood's nepotism.
INSIGHT

Dior's Markup

  • Christian Dior handbags, sold for $3,000, reportedly cost only $57 in labor.
  • This significant markup raises ethical questions about labor exploitation.
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