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Richard Rushfield

Editor of The Ankler and veteran media commentator; discusses the intersection of politics, culture, tech, and media with experience from conservative publications and Hollywood coverage.

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May 20, 2025 • 60min

Surviving a Hollywood Plague (Or Eight) with Richard Rushfield, Plus Tony Gilroy and Diego Luna on Andor's Grand Finale

In this engaging discussion, Richard Rushfield, a savvy writer for The Ankler, reflects on Hollywood's recent disasters and the hope for its future. He’s joined by Tony Gilroy, the showrunner of Andor, and Diego Luna, who shines as Cassian Andor. They delve into the ambitious storytelling in Andor's final episodes, exploring how it brilliantly merges cinematic qualities with series format. The trio also touches on the evolving landscape of film and TV, including the struggles of studios, superhero fatigue, and the revival of independent filmmaking.
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Sep 15, 2023 • 44min

Week Twenty with guests Peter Aronson and Richard Rushfield

Guests Peter Aronson and Richard Rushfield discuss the calamitous results of chasing the Netflix streaming model. They delve into smear tactics in politics, distortion of facts in the entertainment industry, failure of leadership in Hollywood, the impact of businesses like Netflix on the cable industry, and the history of conflict and deception in negotiations.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 28min

Kimmelgate: 6 Days That Shook Disney

Richard Rushfield, an entertainment insider and founder of The Ankler, and Sean McNulty, a media business analyst, delve deep into the six days that turned Disney and late-night TV upside down. They discuss Jimmy Kimmel's controversial return and the implications for free speech amid FCC threats. The duo analyzes political pressures from figures like Trump and their impact on affiliate deals. They explore Disney's internal decision-making and how these events might reshape talent relationships and Kimmel's future at ABC.
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Sep 19, 2025 • 58min

Stop Waiting for a Happy Ending—This Is the Fight! (w. Richard Rushfield)

Join Richard Rushfield, Editor of The Ankler and media veteran, as he dives into the turbulent intersection of politics and culture. He discusses the current state of late-night TV and the pressure from the FCC on network choices. The conversation shifts to the power of protests and boycotts, revealing how some institutions are capitulating to authoritarianism. Rushfield draws chilling historical parallels from post-WWI radicalization while suggesting structural reforms to mitigate future risks. An enlightening and urgent discourse on today's media landscape!
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Jun 20, 2025 • 44min

Can Hollywood Survive?

Richard Rushfield, editorial director and columnist for The Ankler, shares his insights on the drastic Warner Bros. split, highlighting the shifting dynamics of Hollywood amidst the rise of streaming services. He discusses the industry’s leadership challenges and its struggle to adapt to technological advancements while wrestling with a decline in traditional television. Rushfield also critiques the disconnect between studio executives and storytelling, revealing the industry's pervasive cynicism toward change and innovation. A thought-provoking take on Hollywood's uncertain future!

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