
 The Business
 The Business THR’s Executive Awards Editor shares Emmy predictions
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 Sep 12, 2025  In this insightful discussion, Scott Feinberg, the Executive Awards Editor for The Hollywood Reporter and host of the Awards Chatter podcast, shares his Emmy predictions and examines significant contenders like 'Severance' and 'Hacks.' He also delves into the fierce competition and trends in the awards landscape, raising key points about how viewership affects voting. Additionally, the conversation touches on the Murdoch family's multi-billion-dollar settlement and the potential Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, highlighting the ongoing media dynamics. 
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Murdoch Settlement Framed As 'Money Wins'
- Matt Belloni and Kim Masters describe the Murdoch settlement as a calculated money win for dissenting siblings.
- They suggest the siblings prioritized cash over ideological change at Fox.
Ellisons Eye Major Studio Purchase
- The Ellisons are reportedly pursuing Warner Bros. now, possibly preempting other bidders and accelerating deal activity.
- A cash or full acquisition would reshape industry ownership and trigger major job and strategy shifts.
Unusually Open Emmy Season
- Recent Emmy seasons were predictable with dominant shows regularly winning multiple categories.
- This year feels wide open with several genuinely competitive, up-for-grabs contests.



