What Will It Take to End the Paramount–Warner Bros. Standoff?
Podcast: The Town with Matthew BelloniPublished On: Mon Aug 17 2026
Description: Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss Paramount’s threat to leave California if it doesn’t get a settlement, the discourse’s effect on David Ellison’s ability to get a deal done, how an extended delay could negatively impact Hollywood, and what needs to happen to get this deal done (02:01). Matt finishes the show with a prediction about a new Disneyland attraction (31:57). Host: Matt Belloni Gust: Lucas Shaw Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Jessie Lopez, and Stefano Sanchez Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Nominated for 26 Emmy Awards, including OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES. For more information visit Hulu.com/FYC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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