# Warner Brothers on The No Agenda Show Warner Brothers comes up in 12 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2011 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** March 2011 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [David Ellison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-ellison.md), [Netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [Paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [Bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [Big Brother](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-brother.md), [Bird Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Netflix Leadership Changes and Stock Decline - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 1:48:57–1:51:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/netflix-leadership-changes-and-stock-decline.md Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos addressed investors following a disappointing growth period in the U.S. and a 25% stock decline in 2026. The company recently laid off 1,000 employees and is struggling to compete with short-form video platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Analysts question if Netflix's strategy of expanding into podcasts and live sports will be enough to re-engage viewers. Keywords: [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), ted sarandos, warner brothers discovery, [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [layoffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/layoffs.md) ### 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) ### Fifty Shades of Grey Film Franchise Development - **Episode:** [1903: Non-Practicing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-13 - **Time:** 20:30–24:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing/chapter/fifty-shades-of-grey-film-franchise-development.md Dana Brunetti details how he secured the rights to produce the Fifty Shades of Grey film franchise. While filming Captain Phillips in London, he and producer Michael De Luca met with the author's manager. Despite being told producers were already chosen, they eventually landed the project, which became a massive commercial success. Keywords: [fifty shades of grey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifty-shades-of-grey.md), el james, michael de luca, [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md) ### Netflix Acquisition of Warner Brothers Legacy Assets - **Episode:** [1823: Secretary of Egg](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1823-secretary-of-egg.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-07 - **Time:** 5:24–13:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1823-secretary-of-egg/chapter/netflix-acquisition-of-warner-brothers-legacy-assets.md Netflix is moving to acquire legacy assets from Warner Brothers, a deal valued as one of the largest in entertainment history. While the Trump administration is expected to allow the merger without significant antitrust pushback, some political commentators express concern over potential influence from the Obama family due to their existing Netflix production deals. Historical context is provided regarding previous owners of movie studios, including Coca-Cola, Gulf+Western, and Seagram's. Keywords: [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [media consolidation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-consolidation.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ### SAG-AFTRA Video Game Strike, AI Voice Cloning - **Episode:** [1690: Corn Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-29 - **Time:** 1:51:17–1:55:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat/chapter/sag-aftra-video-game-strike-ai-voice-cloning.md Video game actors and motion capture performers have been on strike since July over the unregulated use of artificial intelligence. Performers express concern that their voices and likenesses will be digitally reproduced without consent or compensation. The hosts discuss the massive scale of the gaming industry compared to traditional film and television. Keywords: [sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), [video games](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video-games.md), [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [voice acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-acting.md), motion capture ### Mel Blanc History, Voice Acting Mimicry - **Episode:** [1690: Corn Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-29 - **Time:** 1:55:11–1:58:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat/chapter/mel-blanc-history-voice-acting-mimicry.md The hosts reminisce about Mel Blanc, who voiced nearly every major Warner Brothers cartoon character. They debate whether Blanc voiced Elmer Fudd and discuss the transition of the character Tigger from Paul Winchell to a new voice actor. The segment explores the history of vocal mimicry in the entertainment industry before the advent of AI. Keywords: mel blanc, [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), bugs bunny, [elmer fudd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elmer-fudd.md), tigger, paul winchell ### Warner Brothers Streaming Strategy, Hollywood Residuals, Piracy - **Episode:** [1306: Antigenic Drift](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-27 - **Time:** 1:27:59–1:29:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift/chapter/warner-brothers-streaming-strategy-hollywood-residuals-piracy.md Warner Brothers' decision to release its entire 2021 movie slate on streaming services simultaneously with theaters is seen as a potential death knell for Hollywood. The move has forced the studio to pay top actors millions in extra compensation to make up for the loss of back-end residuals and the increased risk of piracy. Keywords: [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [hbo max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo-max.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [piracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piracy.md) ### Cory Monteith Death, Pacific Rim Movie Promotion - **Episode:** [530: Boston Brakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/530-boston-brakes.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-14 - **Time:** 2:02:16–2:05:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/530-boston-brakes/chapter/cory-monteith-death-pacific-rim-movie-promotion.md The death of Glee star Cory Monteith in a Vancouver hotel is linked by the hosts to the promotion of the movie "Pacific Rim." They note that Monteith's body was found on the 21st floor of a hotel and that many news reports repeatedly mentioned the film's title, suggesting a "Hollywood Whacker" marketing tactic. Keywords: cory monteith, [glee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glee.md), [pacific rim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pacific-rim.md), [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [vancouver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vancouver.md) ### Endemol Financial Crisis, Goldman Sachs Media Influence - **Episode:** [356: Super Duper Space Wrench](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench.md) - **Published:** 2011-11-13 - **Time:** 14:34–16:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench/chapter/endemol-financial-crisis-goldman-sachs-media-influence.md The production company Endemol, known for the "Big Brother" franchise, faces financial restructuring after a $2.3 billion leveraged buyout involving Berlusconi's Mediaset and Goldman Sachs. The company's debt issues coincided with a sharp decline in Mediaset stock. Time Warner has reportedly offered $1 billion for the struggling entity as the media landscape shifts following Berlusconi's political exit. Keywords: [endemol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endemol.md), mediaset, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [big brother](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-brother.md), leverage buyout, [bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [time warner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-warner.md) ### Bird Flu Resurgence and Contagion Movie Promotion - **Episode:** [335: Aardvark Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect.md) - **Published:** 2011-09-01 - **Time:** 6:34–10:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect/chapter/bird-flu-resurgence-and-contagion-movie-promotion.md The United Nations and World Health Organization are warning of a mutant H5N1 bird flu strain spreading in Asia. This news cycle coincides with the September 9, 2011, theatrical release of the film Contagion, starring Matt Damon and Kate Winslet. The timing suggests a coordinated PR effort between movie studios and health organizations to generate public anxiety. Keywords: [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [contagion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contagion.md), [matt damon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-damon.md), [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md) ### Hollywood Whackers, Warner Brothers Leadership Change - **Episode:** [290: Mission Accomplished!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/290-mission-accomplished.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-27 - **Time:** 1:38:06–1:42:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/290-mission-accomplished/chapter/hollywood-whackers-warner-brothers-leadership-change.md The Las Vegas prosecutor who handled Paris Hilton's cocaine case was himself arrested for buying rock cocaine. 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