Jen and Dagda dive deep into the wild world of streaming wars and Hollywood scandals! They unpack the shocking story of director Carl Eric Rinsch, who defrauded Netflix out of $55 million with promises of a sci-fi epic that never materialized—spending the money on drugs, five Rolls Royces, and a $439,000 handmade mattress. The conversation shifts to Netflix's massive $82.7 billion bid to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery, what it means for beloved franchises like Harry Potter and Welcome to Derry, and why Paramount's counter-offer doesn't stand a chance. Along the way, they debate casting choices for the new Harry Potter TV series, discuss why fandoms resist change, and imagine what would happen if Elon Musk bought HBO. Plus: tangents about Keanu Reeves' generosity, Martin Freeman's MCU role, the Duffer Brothers' creative genius, and why entertainment needs to evolve. It's a caffeinated conversation full of pop culture insights, industry analysis, and plenty of laughs!
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