Entertainment journalists Mark Harris and Diane Haithman dive deep into Hollywood's ongoing struggles post-COVID and recent strikes. They reveal how these events have ripped through the industry's fabric, leading to declining box office performance and troubling job losses for below-the-line workers. The guests discuss the decline of blockbuster franchises, the threat posed by AI, and a shift towards lower-budget productions. Their insights illuminate the critical disconnect between creatives and studio executives and raise alarms about the future of filmmaking.

Diane Haithman and Diego Mariscal discuss Hollywood crew unions' post-strike challenges, industry shifts, and negotiating positions. They touch on job availability, supportive communities, impact of consolidation on technical roles, and potential cost increase in film productions.