Today we have a $150M box office movie and Warner Bros. apologizes to people with disabilities. Next, your Netflix subscription is about to go up and Sony is in final negotiations to buy the CrunchyRoll streaming service. Later, Kanye West sets his presidential eyes towards 2024 and the World Music Album category is changing to Global Music Album. We wrap it all up with a soft update on Beyond Good & Evil 2 and Awesome Games Done Quick 2021 has released the full list of titles for the upcoming event. We also have thoughts on the US Presidential Election, Sam Smith and Ariana Grande.
Read MoreWe start with WarnerMedia on shaky ground following Tenet and Europe closing theaters in three different countries. Next, T-Mobile gets into the streaming game and The Masked Dancer will follow in the world of spinoffs. Later, Guitar Center is in financial trouble and Twitch could be in legal trouble. We wrap it all up with a couple of game delays and Facebook Gaming launching its own streaming service. We also have thoughts on Borat 2, The World Series, Hades, and Pokemon Sword/Shield: The Crown Tundra.
Read MoreWe start with The Lucky Exports Pitch Program signing all its writers to distribution deals and future films are in filming as productions start up again. Next, we say good-bye to Quibi and how Peanuts holiday specials won't be available on network TV this year. Later, it's all music bits including Apple Music TV, Adele hosting SNL and not performing, and classic artists including Fleetwood Mac, Beastie Boys, The Beach Boys, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, and Ariana Grande. We wrap it all up with Sony news on its 8.0 update to parties and voice chat and PS3 games being no longer available for purchase through the PlayStation Store. We also have thoughts on Clouds, The Amazing Race, the Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory Demo, Super Mario Bros. 35, and Jackbox Party Pack 7.
Read MoreToday Disney shifts all focus to streaming revenue and the Academy Awards will allow drive-in theater showing to be eligible. Next, WarnerMedia shifts it's focus to streaming revenue and an animation round-up from New York Comic-Con. Later, we have a follow up story involving The Chainsmokers and another follow up involving Megan Thee Stallion. We wrap it all up with Ruffian Games joining Rockstar Games and Genshin Impact laying out details of its post-launch content. We also have thoughts on The Boys, Ted Lasso, The American BBQ Showdown, and more Genshin Impact.
Read MoreWe start with Regal closing theaters again and filmmakers making a plea with congress to support the failing industry. Next, Apple TV is coming to a gaming console near you and SNL gets around New York state guidelines while also canceling its musical guest. Later, the saga of Led Zeppelin v. Spirit has come to an end and Spotify will debut its own weekly music charts. We wrap it all up with Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit remastered and Steve from Minecraft joins the fight in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. We also have thoughts on SNL, South Park, Julie and the Phantoms, Emily in Paris, The Weakest Link, and Genshin Impact.
Read MoreWe start with a new Borat film coming next month and The Lion King sequel gets director Barry Jenkins. Next, the Tennessee Titans shut down facilities from Covid-19 and SNL returns this weekend with host Chris Rock and musical guest Megan Thee Stallion. Later, Lil Yachty gets arrested for speeding in his Ferrari and Vin Diesel, yes that Vin Diesel, releases a new song. We wrap it all up with Pokemon Sword & Shield EX: The Crown Tundra’s release date of October 22 and JackBox Party Pack 7 coming next month as well. We also have thoughts on Tenet, Secret Society of Second Born Royals, the first 2020 Presidential Debate, Carrie Underwood, and Hades.
Read MoreToday we start with Mulan's opening numbers and Penske Media controlling most of Hollywood's breaking news. Next, we breakdown the winners of The Emmys and take a look at what Marvel has upcoming for Disney+. Later, Elton John sets tour dates for his return on the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour and composer Ludwig Goransson gets closer to an EGOT. We wrap it all up with pre-order craziness and Microsoft purchasing Zenimax Media for $7.5B. We also have thoughts on Archer, Ted Lasso, Keith Urban, Super Mario 3D All Stars, and the Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War Alpha.
Read MoreWe start in reverse with the PlayStation 5 pricing and release date and the Oculus Quest 2 announced at a better price point. Next, even more Lady A lawsuit as Anita White sues the band Lady Antebellum in Seattle and Tik Tok won't be sold to Microsoft, by opting for Oracle instead. Later, South Park will return with a Pandemic Special episode and Paramount+ gets officially confirmed with all new programming. We wrap it all up with movie theaters in a weird place with Tenet underperforming and Don Bluth animation makes a comeback. We also have thoughts on Season 37 of Jeopardy.
Read MoreWe start with new eligibility for the Academy Awards Best Picture category and The Batman shuts down production from a positive Covid test. Next, The Golden Girls gets a one night only reboot featuring Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross and lots of TV bits. Later, Travis Scott has his own meal at McDonalds and there are winners for the iHeartRadio Awards. We wrap it all up with Xbox Series S announcement with pricing and a slew of Mario themed games celebrating the 35th anniversary. We also have thoughts on The Boys and Hard Knocks.
Read MoreWe have thoughts on Bill and Ted Face the Music, Trolls World Tour, Lovecraft Country, Infinity Train, Aggretsuko, Katy Perry, Dua Lipa, Angel Olsen, Madden 21, and the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
Read MoreToday we have DC Fandome announcements and Olivia Wilde will direct a new Spider-verse film. Next, sports start protesting, Tiger King gets a scripted series, and Apple TV+ looks into AR technology. Later, TikTok sues the Presidential administration and the iHeartRadio Awards winners will be announced after an 8 month delay. We wrap it all up with a musically themed Nintendo Direct and the DC Fandome games Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Batman: Gotham Knights. We also have thoughts on Birds of Prey, The Killers, and PGA 2K21.
Read MoreToday we start with video game bits and the reason behind Fortnite being pulled from the Apple App Store and Google Play store. Next, Britney Spears is seeking to be in control of her finances and Chuck Schumer advocates for small venue relief fund. Later, CBS All Access is confirmed to be getting a new name next year and the DC Fandome gets ready for this weekends events. We wrap it all up with Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone reaching $1B at the box office and Jurassic World: Dominion changes production course while in Malta. We also have thoughts on the Marvel's Avengers Beta, Sludge Life, Microsoft Flight Simulator, and Infinity Train.
Read MoreWe have thoughts on An American Pickle, Howard, Muppets Now, I'll Be Gone in the Dark, Hard Knocks: Los Angeles, the new Luke Bryan, Good Sudoku, and Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout.
Read MoreWe start with Cinemark having a plan for the next year and Mulan going to Disney+ for a premium. Next, NCAA players could protest the upcoming season and Disney Star making an international brand streaming service. Later, Dua Lipa will release a club remix album and Microsoft is looking to purchase the US Tik Tok user base. We wrap it all up with Pikmin 3 Deluxe announced coming to the Switch and Marvel's Avengers adds Spider-Man as a PlayStation exclusive. We also have thoughts on Black is King, The Umbrella Academy, The Weight of Gold, Carrion, and Ancient Enemy.
Read MoreWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have a release schedule for Tenet and Universal makes nice with AMC. Next, Emmy nominations are out and Ellen DeGeneres gets investigated. Later, The Chainsmokers get blasted for a "secret" concert and Alan Menken completes the EGOT. We wrap it all up with Xbox Series X games press conference and a Nintendo Gigaleak. We also have thoughts on Folklore by Taylor Swift and cut off thoughts on Carrion. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
Read MoreWe start with Warner Bros creating an anonymous reporting mechanism for those breaking Covid-19 protocol and Tenet getting delayed indefinitely for a theatrical release. Next, Elizabeth Moss starts her own production company Love & Squalor Pictures and ViacomCBS ends its relationship with Nick Canon among other companies cancelling deals. Later, Megan Thee Stallion speaks out in regards to rapper Tory Lanez and Burger Records closes up shop amidst a climate of sexual predation. We wrap it all up with Rocket League going free-to-play and Microsoft boss Phil Spencer speaking out on the end of cross play. We also have thoughts on Labor of Love, The Sims Spark'd, Tough As Nails, 30 Rock: A One Time Special, Brave New World, The Chicks, Illuminati Hotties, and Blaseball.
Read MoreWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast! We start with movie theaters continuously being closed and the New Zealand movie industry being open for business. Next, Javicia Leslie gets cast as Batwoman and The Bad Batch gets announced for Disney+. Later, four teens have been charged with the murder of Pop Smoke and the battle for the "Lady A" name heats up in court. We wrap it all up with the good Ubisoft press conference and the bad Ubisoft house cleaning. We also have thoughts on Palm Springs, Close Enough, Expecting Amy, The Baby-Sitters Club, Psych 2, Intelligence, and Peacock TV. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
Read MoreToday we start off with Warner Bros. purchases and a Pirates movie without Johnny Depp. Next, we have news on Fuse TV and streaming service requirements in the EU. Later, we talk about Obama's favorite music and Woodstock again. We wrap it all up with new Sea of Thieves updates and a Souljaboy game console. We also have thoughts on Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and 21 Savage.
Read MoreToday we have the name for Disney's upcoming streaming service and how Aardman is simply the best studio. Next, we have an international release of Hulu and Netflix's holiday plans. Later, we have beef between Lorde and Kanye West and thoughts on the new albums by Imagine Dragons and Muse. We wrap it all up with Nintendo settling the lawsuit on ROMs and Microsoft buying yet more studios to their collection.
Read MoreWelcome to another episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we have news on Shrek being rebooted and thoughts on the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody. Next, we have continuing coverage on the Disney-Fox deal with the EU weighing in on its decision and thoughts on the new Netflix series The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. Later, we talk about the lawsuit filed involving Chris Cornell's death and thoughts on the new single by Carly Rae Jepsen. We wrap it all up with Blizzcon's Diablo announcement and thoughts on Fifa 19.
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