Jennifer Maas
Variety reporter focused on television and streaming, reporting on HBO programming, executive mood and industry developments at Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 18min
Daily Variety – Box Office: ‘Wicked: For Good’ Soars to Fourth-Highest Opening of 2025; HBO Preps for Busy 2026 Amid WBD M&A Drama
Rebecca Rubin, a Variety journalist specializing in box office trends, reveals how Universal's bold decision to split 'Wicked' into two parts led to a record-breaking $150 million debut. Meanwhile, Jennifer Maas, a reporter focused on HBO and streaming, discusses the upbeat mood at HBO amid ongoing acquisition talks and shares insights on their exciting 2026 programming slate. They also explore HBO's innovative strategies for engaging audiences across platforms, like the new Harry Potter series and upcoming originals.
Nov 4, 2025 • 16min
Daily Variety – AI Drives Big Tech Layoff Bloodbath; Indie Streamer Dropout Raises Price and Fans Cheer
In this discussion, Todd Spangler, a Variety Business Editor, explores the impact of AI on big tech layoffs, particularly highlighting Amazon's significant job cuts driven by efficiency needs. He delves into how AI is reshaping roles within companies like Meta, enhancing coding efficiency while redefining workflows. Meanwhile, Jennifer Maas, a Senior Writer at Variety, unveils the secrets behind Dropout's subscriber growth, detailing a recent price increase that fans embraced. She emphasizes the indie streamer's unique niche content and strong fan relationships.
