The Powers That Be: Daily Media Monday: Ellison’s Vaunted Tech Plan & The Cable-Pod Crossover
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Aug 18, 2025 David Ellison's ambitious vision for Paramount Skydance takes center stage, emphasizing premium content amid financial challenges. The discussion dives into legacy media’s struggle to tap into younger audiences through influencer partnerships. Reflecting on personal growth through golf, the hosts dissect Ellison's media strategies, including a notable UFC broadcasting deal. The convergence of cable news and podcasts sparks a conversation about artistic vision versus corporate consolidation in an evolving media landscape shaped by digital creators.
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Execute Cuts Quickly To Reset The Company
- Move decisively on layoffs to avoid endless quarterly churn and uncertainty.
- Rip the bandaid off and consolidate quickly to reset costs and focus investments.
Unlimited Capital Changes The Game
- Larry Ellison brings essentially unlimited capital and ambition to Paramount's revival plan.
- That scale changes strategic possibilities and forces competitors to react in unconventional ways.
Year-Round Sports Are Strategic Assets
- Premium live sports like UFC and WWE are valuable because they run year-round and stabilize rights portfolios.
- Overpaying strategically for such assets can both compete with tech platforms and lock in audience reach.