This episode unpacks the major themes from NAB Show 2026, where the focus has shifted to profitable AI execution and the creator economy's central role. We then analyze Charter Communications' stock plunge after the company reported significant subscriber losses, a brutal sign for the cable sector.

Shareholders approve the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount mega-merger but reject CEO David Zaslav’s massive golden parachute in a stunning twist. We then cover the N.A.B. show's shift from experimental tech to the practical execution of AI and cloud workflows from companies like Adobe and Sony.

The conversation at the NAB Show shifts from single products to AI-driven ecosystems from companies like Grass Valley and Blackmagic. We also break down Nexstar's $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna and the last-minute antitrust lawsuit from DirecTV that's putting the integration on hold.

We explore the AI-powered production platforms dominating the NAB Show and the high-stakes debate over David Zaslav’s future at Warner Bros. Discovery. Plus, we break down Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser’s ambitious new transmedia franchise, Absurdverse.

Today's M&E intelligence briefing from Kai Rivers. Monday, April 20, 2026.

We break down the weekend in entertainment, from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's box office dominance and surprise Coachella guests to Disney's teased re-release of Avengers: Endgame. Then, we look ahead to the N.A.B. Show in Las Vegas and the massive buzz around Artificial Intelligence.

We break down the growing regulatory pushback against media consolidation, from the blocked Nexstar-Tegna merger to scrutiny of Live Nation. Plus, we explore why personality-driven content is king as Netflix signs Brian Williams and Hulu acquires several popular video podcasts.

We explore theater owners' post-CinemaCon optimism amid the Paramount-Skydance drama, Hulu's savvy acquisition of video podcasts like 'Handsome', and Disney+'s record-setting K-drama hit 'Perfect Crown'.

Today's M&E intelligence briefing from Kai Rivers. Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Democratic Senators urge courts to scrutinize Live Nation's DOJ settlement amid concerns over antitrust enforcement. We also cover the Producers Guild's new toolkit designed to help make the business case for sustainability on set.