Chris Evans, ex-Head of CorpDev Integration at Amazon, and Scott Boyd, former Head of Integration for AWS, discuss types of integration strategies, challenges of integrating companies in new markets, integrating two companies in M&A, understanding culture in M&A, and the significance of vision, deal rationale, and culture in M&A.

Chris Evans and Emily Blunt discuss the horror adaptation 'Five Nights at Freddy's' and the movie 'Pain Hustlers' about the opioid crisis. They explore the connection between the game and horror movies, the success of poorly reviewed films, and potential roles for Blunt. They also touch on Oscar nominations, casting choices, and random topics like hangers and the New York Jets.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss personal updates, changes at the New York Times Sports Desk, and their new partnership with a sports brand. They also explore the pursuit of pleasure, the inception of a family festival, and the importance of building deep partner relationships. Other topics include value-based decisions, breaking records, labor strikes, and the perception of authenticity. They touch on movie critiques, teaching critical thinking, and the significance of embracing mundane tasks for success.

The Netflix animated series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off focuses on Ramona Flowers, the love interest of Scott Pilgrim. The podcast discusses the nostalgia for the original cast, the updated portrayal of Ramona, and the depth of the characters in the animated adaptation. It also explores the shift in sensibility in the anime style, the grounding of the show despite absurd action sequences, and the significance of little moments in the TV adaptation of the comic series.

Experienced M&A leaders Chris Evans and Scott Boyd discuss the importance of change management in M&A, common challenges, effective approaches, and practical tips. They also share insights on Amazon's acquisitions and humorous stories related to M&A deals.