The day brought a mix of major entertainment, business, and cultural developments. Papa Murphy’s Pizza locations are closing across the country, raising questions about shifting consumer habits and fast-casual market pressures. In a significant loss to the architecture world, Frank Gehry—world-renowned designer of the Disney Concert Hall—passed away at 96, leaving behind a legacy that helped reshape and revitalize downtown Los Angeles. 

Meanwhile, Walmart expanded its drone-delivery program in Atlanta and plans to roll it out to additional states, signaling how quickly the retail and logistics landscape is evolving. 

Media and tech news continued to dominate conversations as former Tim Conway producer and real-estate expert Jason Insalaco weighed in on Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Following Discovery’s separation, Netflix’s move opens doors not only to a massive content library but also to entry into the gaming business through WB’s gaming division, raising questions about stock value, market impact, and the future of the entertainment industry. Insalaco further discussed whether Netflix’s ownership of the WB catalog will help or hurt creatives and traditional film and TV models. 

On a lighter cultural note, many people are braving unusually cold weather, and first-time visits to Disneyland sparked conversations about whether someone is—or isn’t—a “Disney person.” Dodger Gondola proposal moves forward, but not everyone is happy with it.

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