White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, comedian Mike Birbiglia, AI expert Fei-Fei Li, and others join hosts Kara and Scott to share their 2024 predictions on politics, stocks, China, Google, and more. Topics include potential lawsuits for unauthorized AI data, using the legal system to address AI issues, pollution in text messages and email, Saudi Arabia-Israel relations, US-China tax cut, AI-driven disinformation, and the importance of relationships.

Matt Belloni, writer with Puck and host of 'The Town' podcast, joins Derek Thompson to discuss 2023 in media. They cover Netflix's focus on acquiring shows, the challenges of podcasting, and predictions for 2024 including the rise of live streaming in the streaming industry.

In May of this year, the Writers Guild of America went on strike. For weeks, TV and film writers have been walking in picket lines in Los Angeles and New York, and the strike threatens to bring TV and film development to a screeching halt. Historically, strikes both reflect history—the ever-changing business models behind the media we consume—and change history. The 2007-8 strike famously accelerated the rise of reality TV. Today’s guest is Matt Belloni, the host of the Ringer podcast 'The Town' and a writer with Puck News. He breaks down what’s at stake for writers and studios and answers my deeper questions about how this strike could change the future of TV and film.If you have questions, observations, or ideas for future episodes, email us at PlainEnglish@Spotify.com. You can find us on TikTok at www.tiktok.com/@plainenglish_Host: Derek ThompsonGuest: Matt BelloniProducer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Belloni, a founding partner at Puck, discusses the phenomenon of participation documentaries, critiquing how celebrity involvement often turns authentic narratives into polished promotional content. Joining him is Sasha Weiss, deputy editor at New York Times Magazine, who offers rare insights into the unreleased Prince documentary. They explore the artistic challenges of capturing Prince's legacy amidst estate disputes and the tension between personal storytelling and commercial interests, shedding light on the evolving landscape of documentary filmmaking.

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by David Jacoby and Kevin Wildes to talk about Denver’s dominating win over the Heat in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Nikola Jokic ascending to the indisputable best player in the league, and the road map for Miami to still win this series before predicting tomorrow morning's headlines. Later, they discuss the rumor that Phoenix will waive Chris Paul, what’s next for Bob Myers, and a wild day on social media for Zion Williamson (1:10). Then, Bill is joined by Matt Belloni from Puck to discuss Chris Licht’s failure at CNN, how the network can pick up the pieces, and which cable entities can survive the 2020s. They also discuss the current state of media and if the streaming bubble is starting to burst (67:20).The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional detailsHost: Bill SimmonsGuests: David Jacoby, Kevin Wildes, and Matt BelloniProducer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Ourand, a leader in broadcasting, teams up with media commentator Matt Belloni to dissect pressing industry issues. They explore the staggering $9.1 billion write-down at Warner Bros. Discovery and what it means for the future of traditional TV. The duo dives into Paramount's struggle with NFL broadcasting rights and the implications of shifting sports content to streaming. They also discuss the financial maneuvers of cable giants as they adapt to the evolving landscape and the rising costs of sports programming.

Join Puck's Matt Belloni and Disney Entertainment Cochair Dana Walden as they dissect Kamala Harris's Hollywood ties in the political arena. They explore how these connections impact fundraising and media influence, particularly during debates. The discussion highlights the evolving relationship between celebrities and politics, contrasting Biden's cautious approach with Obama's star-studded endorsements. Plus, they delve into potential biases stemming from Harris’s friendship with Walden and speculate on celebrity involvement at the upcoming Democratic National Convention.

Matt Belloni, Founder of Puck.News, discusses the entertainment industry, Paramount, YouTube vs Amazon Prime, Disney, and advertising survival. Josh and Michael share thoughts on Berkshire, Disney's financial transition, streaming challenges, asset management evolution, and analyzing stock performance.

Kara and Scott are back with Pivot’s Quarterly Review series. They take a look at Scott’s past predictions on Alibaba, Meme Stocks, and record entrepreneurship to see how they’ve held up. Then, they get some predictions from Friends of Pivot, including Ina Fried of Axios, journalist Nicole Perlroth, Rani Molla of Recode, and Matt Belloni of Puck.You can find Ina on Twitter at @inafried, Nicole at @nicoleperlroth, Rani at @ranimolla, and Matt at @MattBelloni.Send us your Listener Mail questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or via Yappa, at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Belloni, a journalist and media expert from Puck, shares fascinating insights into this year's holiday filmmaking landscape. He discusses the box office triumphs of 'Gladiator II' and 'Wicked', predicting a record-breaking Thanksgiving weekend ahead. With 'Moana 2' set to premiere, the hype grows. Belloni also delves into early Oscar buzz, highlighting frontrunners and audience expectations while analyzing how social media influences public perception of these potential award winners.