# David Ellison on The No Agenda Show David Ellison comes up in 9 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2025 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** September 2025 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [Skydance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance.md), [Cable Tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-tv.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Larry Ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-ellison.md), [Mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [Skydance Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance-media.md), [Barry Weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [Bet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bet.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Warner Brothers and Paramount Merger Finalized - **Episode:** [1910: Media Murder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-08 - **Time:** 1:54:10–1:57:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder/chapter/warner-brothers-and-paramount-merger-finalized.md A $110 billion merger between Paramount Global, Skydance Media, and Warner Brothers Discovery has officially closed, placing 90% of the U.S. media landscape under the control of five corporations. David Ellison, who led the acquisition, now oversees a massive portfolio including CNN, HBO, MTV, and CBS. Critics express concern that this consolidation threatens democracy by centralizing the power to decide which news stories are covered or suppressed. Keywords: warner brothers discovery, [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [skydance media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance-media.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md) ### Warner Brothers and Paramount Mega Merger Analysis - **Episode:** [1906: Name Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-24 - **Time:** 8:25–18:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop/chapter/warner-brothers-and-paramount-mega-merger-analysis.md The discussion centers on the potential merger between Warner Brothers and Paramount, highlighting the involvement of the Ellison family. Analysis focuses on the value of legacy studio catalogs for streaming services and the political pushback against Larry Ellison. The conversation explores the possibility of studios moving operations from California to states like Tennessee or Texas to avoid high taxes. Keywords: [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [larry ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-ellison.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md) ### Media Industry Reactions and CNN Future - **Episode:** [1906: Name Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-24 - **Time:** 23:51–28:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop/chapter/media-industry-reactions-and-cnn-future.md Media analysts Brian Stelter and Kara Swisher react to the impending October merger, with Swisher expressing a desire to exit her contract. The discussion covers David Ellison's potential plans to shift CNN toward a more centrist, factual news approach. Commentator Clay Travis suggests the merger could balance the media landscape similarly to Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter. Keywords: [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [kara swisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kara-swisher.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [clay travis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clay-travis.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md) ### CBS Radio Sign-Off, David Ellison, Skydance Media - **Episode:** [1871: Hatman](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-24 - **Time:** 1:48:50–1:52:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman/chapter/cbs-radio-sign-off-david-ellison-skydance-media.md CBS Radio is officially silencing its microphones and laying off staff following the company's sale to David Ellison's Skydance Media. The hosts reflect on the history of the network, from Edward R. Murrow to the invention of broadcast news, and its decline in the age of smartphones and podcasts. Adam Curry shares a personal anecdote about buying a house from CBS legend Dallas Townsend in 1990. Keywords: cbs radio, [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [skydance media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance-media.md), [edward r. murrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-r-murrow.md), fireside chats, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Glenn Greenwald Criticizes Larry Ellison and David Ellison - **Episode:** [1813: Lunchbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-02 - **Time:** 12:08–17:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox/chapter/glenn-greenwald-criticizes-larry-ellison-and-david-ellison.md Glenn Greenwald appeared on the Valuetainment platform to discuss the acquisition of Paramount and CBS by David Ellison. Greenwald highlighted Larry Ellison's status as a major donor to the Friends of the IDF, questioning the legality and ethics of American citizens funding foreign militaries. The hosts contrast this portrayal with their personal experiences with Larry Ellison, noting his primary passion has historically been competitive sailing rather than geopolitics. Keywords: [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [larry ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-ellison.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [idf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idf.md), [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md) ### MTV Music Channels, David Ellison and Cable Decline - **Episode:** [1810: golfball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-23 - **Time:** 19:06–22:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball/chapter/mtv-music-channels-david-ellison-and-cable-decline.md The discussion turns to MTV's former music channels and their shutdown after acquisition changes. David Ellison is credited with ending the era of cable music television, and the hosts compare the collapse to a broader decline in old media formats. Keywords: [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [nickelodeon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nickelodeon.md), [skydance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance.md) ### CBS News Leadership, Governor Pritzker Attacks Trump's Mental Health - **Episode:** [1806: Gray Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1806-gray-zone.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-09 - **Time:** 10:37–15:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1806-gray-zone/chapter/cbs-news-leadership-governor-pritzker-attacks-trump-s-mental-health.md Skydance Media, led by David Ellison, completed its acquisition of CBS, leading to speculation about the network's future editorial direction. Meanwhile, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker escalated his rhetoric against President Trump, publicly claiming the President suffers from dementia and is "literally unhinged." Trump responded by calling for the arrest of Pritzker and the Chicago mayor for failing to protect federal officers. Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [skydance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance.md), [j.b. pritzker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/j-b-pritzker.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [dementia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dementia.md) ### Skydance Media, Barry Weiss and MTV Revitalization - **Episode:** [1797: Death Buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-07 - **Time:** 1:14:34–1:18:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses/chapter/skydance-media-barry-weiss-and-mtv-revitalization.md David Ellison's Skydance Media has reportedly purchased Barry Weiss's "The Free Press" for up to $200 million, with plans to install her in a leadership role at CBS News. Ellison is also floating ideas to revitalize MTV by returning to music video programming and "tastemaker" status, though skeptics doubt the viability of reviving cable networks for Gen X and Boomer audiences. Keywords: [skydance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skydance.md), [david ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [cable tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-tv.md) ### Paramount Skydance Merger, Tyler Perry Production Costs - **Episode:** [1797: Death Buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-07 - **Time:** 1:18:04–1:23:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses/chapter/paramount-skydance-merger-tyler-perry-production-costs.md Following an $8 billion deal to acquire Paramount, Skydance executives are looking for ways to cut costs while maintaining popular content. 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