The Town with Matthew Belloni The Townies, Part 2: Who Won the Year in Hollywood?
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Jan 1, 2025 
In this insightful conversation, Lucas Shaw, a Bloomberg reporter focusing on media and entertainment, teams up with Matt to hand out Townie Awards for Hollywood's highs and lows. They analyze winners and losers in the industry, from executive blunders to marketing misfires. Shaw candidly reflects on past misjudgments and discusses the surprising resurgence of Warner Bros. Discovery. The duo also highlights the influential roles of voices like Taylor Sheridan and Kendrick Lamar, showcasing the ever-evolving dynamics of fame and power in entertainment.
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NFL's Christmas Day Power Move
- The NFL flexed by scheduling games on Christmas Day.
- This move disrupts media partners and overshadows the NBA's traditional Christmas games.
Fox News' Unstoppable Momentum
- Fox News demonstrated resilience this year, maintaining dominance despite a previous $800 million settlement.
- They doubled their rivals in post-election cable news viewership.
Lionsgate's Disastrous Year
- Lionsgate's movie release schedule in 2023 was a disaster, with many box office flops.
- This follows a year with successful franchise films, raising questions about their strategy.