Episode Mentions
And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan · Apr 10, 2026
And The Update Is… Rap Lyrics Banned in Court, AI Deals Stalling, and a $64B UMG Bombshell
“Investment firm that submitted a $64 billion bid for Universal Music Group, signaling music industry consolidation”
Rap Act legislation and courtroom use of rap lyricsUniversal Music Group valuation and M&A activityAI licensing negotiations and royalty frameworks
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Global News Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
The US, Israel and Iran announce two-week ceasefire
“Investment firm making $63 billion offer to acquire Universal Music Group; also owns stakes in Amazon, Uber, and Alphabet”
US-Iran Ceasefire AgreementStrait of Hormuz ReopeningMiddle East Oil Markets
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NPR News Now · Apr 7, 2026
NPR News: 04-07-2026 7PM EDT
“Bill Ackman's hedge fund making acquisition offer for Universal Music Group with cash and stock deal”
Iran-US Diplomatic NegotiationsStrait of Hormuz Strategic ImportanceActivist Investor Strategies
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Motley Fool Money · Apr 7, 2026
Breaking Down Jamie Dimon’s Investing Letter
“Bill Ackman's hedge fund vehicle attempting to acquire Universal Music Group through convoluted deal structure”
Jamie Dimon's 2024 Shareholder Letter AnalysisPrivate Credit Market Risks and CompetitionPrivate Equity Hold Period Extensions
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TBPN · Feb 12, 2026
AI Isn’t Covid, FBI probes Tai Lopez, Mistral’s $2B Sweden bet | Diet TBPN
“Bill Ackman's investment firm that made $2B bet on Meta, representing 10% of portfolio”
AI exponential growth vs COVID comparisonTai Lopez SEC fraud investigationChinese AI video generation capabilities
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