Better Call Paul Podcast
1) 435. Nielsen Ratings Revamp, New James Bond Game, and Kelce Bros Beer
This week, Paul and Mesh begin with Nielsen’s new ratings methodology which will incorporate 75M devices to provide even more accurate measurements, just in time for the start of the NFL season. Next,...Show More
2) 434. Gaurav Gupta: Squanto
This week, Paul interviews Gaurav Gupta, the founder of Squanto. An app that creates a marketplace for live performers and allows its clients and venues to use AI tools to sort through the sea of opti...Show More
3) 433. Streaming Update and Dr. Phil's Merit Media Bankruptcy Dispute
This week, Paul and Mesh begin with a discussion of the launch of two new streamers, ESPN Unlimited and Fox One, as well as Nielsen's latest report on television consumption habits. Next, they look f...Show More
4) 432. Zach Cregger's Weapons, Sling Up-Ends Linear TV (again), and AI with a heart?
This week, Mesh provides a rave review for Weapons, the sophomore effort from Zach Cregger, that is generating massive box-office buzz. Next, Paul and Mesh discuss the introduction of Sling's day, wee...Show More
5) 431. Sizzling Q2 Media Earnings, NFL + ESPN unite, and Howdy, Roku
This week, Paul and Mesh begin with strong earnings announcements from several leading media companies. Next, they discuss the announced deal between NFL and ESPN where NFL is getting a stake in ESPN ...Show More
6) 430. Unscripted TV Pivots: Reality Soars while Home Renovation Sinks; Court says NFTs can be trademarks
This week, Paul and Mesh begin with a discussion of the home renovation TV genre amidst HGTV's decision to cancel several of its shows in response to declining viewership and cost over runs. On the ot...Show More
7) 429. Fantastic Four and San Diego Comic Con, Skydance gets FCC approval
This week, Jessica David is back and filling in for Mesh. Paul and Jessica begin with Marvel's Fantastic Four reboot and George Lucas' first appearance at San Diego Comic Con. Next, Paul provides an u...Show More
8) 428. Emmy Nominations and Upfront Ad Commitments Close
This week, Paul and Mesh begin with a recap of the 77th Emmy nominations, where streamers dominated yet again. Next, the discuss the conclusion of the 2025 Upfront negotiations for several major playe...Show More
9) 427. Superman, Sun Valley and Click to Cancel Cancelled
This week, Paul and Mesh recap Superman's box office performance as the Gunn era of the DC film universe starts off. Next, they peer into the summer camp for Billionaires where CEOs and heads of enter...Show More
10) 426. Diddy Verdict and Paramount settles with Trump
This week, after a short 4th of July break, Paul and Mesh kick things off with a movie update discussing how F1 and Jurassic World Rebirth excelled in theaters. Next, they discuss the Diddy trial verd...Show More