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A New Media Empire

March 4, 2026·25 min·2 clips
The Ellisons are becoming the new Murdochs, but with far more influence over media and politics.
This episode analyzes the $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Brothers, exploring its impact on Hollywood, streaming competition, and political influence. Journalists discuss the Ellison family's rise as new media moguls, the deal's risky debt, and potential shifts in news networks like CNN.
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