Richard Rushfield

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.

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.

Richard Rushfield, founder of The Ankler and expert on studio business dynamics, joins the discussion on the frenzy over Warner Bros. Discovery's potential acquisition. The podcast explores the big players—Netflix, Paramount Skydance, and Comcast—who are circling like hawks. Discussion includes which studio executive would best lead the merged entity and the troubling implications of consolidation in Hollywood. Rushfield passionately argues for alternatives to studio takeovers, emphasizing the need for creativity and competition over conglomeration.

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.

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!