Category: Media

Sofia Franklyn, the Messy One on ‘Call Her Daddy,’ Is Ready to Move On

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Sofia Franklyn started the podcast “Call Her Daddy” with Alex Cooper, but their relationship fell apart. She’s telling her story in a new memoir.
As Political Ad Spending Skyrockets, Broadcast TV Remains King

The New York Times – Business:
Even though marketers have increasingly shifted their dollars to other media, local stations are reaping a bonanza during these midterm elections. Nowhere is this is more evident than in Texas.
Life Magazine, Chronicler of 20th Century America, Rises Again

The New York Times – Business:
The iconic publication, acclaimed for its visual storytelling, will return as a print quarterly next month in a challenging business environment.
Alex Hartman, of the ‘Nolita Dirtbag’ Instagram Account, Grows Up

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Alex Hartman has made a mark with his critiques of downtown denizens. Now he’s expanding his gaze beyond Nolita Dirtbag.
Netflix Hurries to Rewrite Its Narrative With Layoffs and a Sudden Firing

The New York Times – Business:
Despite strong revenues and profits, the streaming service cut 1,000 jobs and jettisoned its chief content officer. Drops in the stock price and viewer engagement are to blame.
Netflix, Facing Slowing Growth, Cuts 6% of Its Work Force

The New York Times – Business:
The streamer’s share price is down more than 40 percent over the last year as the company has struggled with stalling engagement.
Hillary Clinton Steps to the Podcast Mic as Midterms Approach

The New York Times – Business:
With “High Stakes,” Mrs. Clinton is teaming up with “Pivot” co-host Kara Swisher to break down the consequential battle for the House and the Senate.
Paramount Closes Its Deal for Warner Bros. Discovery

The New York Times – Business:
After a legal battle, Paramount has finally acquired Warner Bros. Discovery. The new company, Skydance, combines Hollywood studios, streaming services and cable networks.
CNN C.E.O. Mark Thompson Says He Will Stay On Under New Owner Skydance

The New York Times – Business:
Mark Thompson told the network’s employees that he had faith that David Ellison, the chief executive of Skydance, would support “independent news that CNN has always stood for.”
5 Challenges David Ellison Faces as He Snags His Hollywood Prize

The New York Times – Business:
The tech scion has given his combination of Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount a new name: Skydance. Now he must make tough decisions about news, movies, streaming, sports and debt.
5 Challenges David Ellison Faces as He Snags His Hollywood Prize

The New York Times – Business:
The tech scion has given his combination of Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount a new name: Skydance. Now he must make tough decisions about news, movies, streaming, sports and debt.
Mash-Up of Paramount and Warner Bros. Will Be Called Skydance

The New York Times – Business:
David Ellison, the tech scion who will run the combined company, borrowed the name of his original entertainment company that reflects his love of aviation.