First, we start with Jason Aldean “explaining himself” to his fans, and The 1975 being run out of Malaysia. Next, Xbox Live Gold has an end date, and Microsoft extends its acquisition date of Activision Blizzard to October. Later, Netflix quietly gets rid of its basic option, and Chuck Norris round house kicks a lawsuit against CBS. We wrap it all up with Barbie breaking records, and SAG-AFTRA granting independent productions waivers to accept their agreement. We also have thoughts on Diablo IV: Season of the Malignant, Final Fantasy XVI, Futurama, and Oppenheimer.
Read MoreFirst, we start with Jimie Allen being dropped by BBR Muisc Group, and the full track list for Speak Now (Taylor's Version). Next, it's Video Game Bits from Summer Game Fest, featuring Nintendo and Annapurna Interactive. Later, LIV Golf and PGA will combine into a new entity, and SAG/AFTRA has voted to strike. We wrap it all up with DGA making a tentative deal, and an on set accident for Gladiator 2. We also have thoughts on Janelle Monae, Niall Horan, Diablo IV, Street Fighter VI, Hailey's On It!, The Idol, and Flamin' Hot.
Read MoreFirst, we start with Taylor Swift kicking off her Eras tour, and the it’s The Cure vs. Ticketmaster. Next, Diablo IV's beta went live this week, and Starfield has been given a Restricted rating in Australia. Later, Diamond Sports Group officially files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and we have some Bits including updates on BBC strike, the SNL post-production strike, and a YouTube TV price hike. We wrap it all up with the Academy Award winners, and the WGA gets ready for a strike. We also have have thoughts on 100 Gecs, Resident Evil 4, The Last of Us, Outlast, The Good Lawyer and Ted Lasso.
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