Hollywood’s Elite Protest Paramount-WBD Merger & Zuck Makes AI Clone of Himself?
Summary
Hollywood stars oppose the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, fearing job losses, while Meta launches an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg for employee interaction. The episode also covers the "annoyance economy" of rising fees, McDonald’s entry into the refresher drink market, and a violent anti-AI attack on Sam Altman. Finally, hosts discuss Pope Leo’s clash with Trump and the WNBA draft.
Topics discussed
J.P. Morgan sponsorship
Webby Award nomination and voting appeal
On Investing podcast sponsorship
Hollywood stars oppose Paramount-Warner Bros merger
The annoyance economy and rising consumer fees
Mark Zuckerberg creates AI clone of himself
Toby's Trends: The rise of refresher drinks
Pope Leo clashes with Trump over war in Iran
Anti-AI activist attacks Sam Altman's home
WNBA draft: AZ Fudd selected by Dallas Wings
Outro, trivia night, and credits
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