Warner Bros Discovery
Mentioned in 64 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Warner Bros Discovery A major media conglomerate that owns HBO Max, DC Comics, Warner Bros. film and television studios, CNN, and the AEW wrestling network. In 2026, the company became the subject of a high-profile acquisition battle between Netflix and Paramount-Skydance, with competing bids ultimately won by Paramount after a shareholder vote and regulatory review process. The deal raised significant antitrust concerns in the streaming industry and prompted Senate testimony from company executives amid broader consolidation debates in entertainment media.
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TBPN · Mar 11, 2026
Oracle Rips, Ellison's Tech-First Vision, Fertilizer Crisis | Apoorv Agrawal, Owen Jennings, Amjad Masad, Shardul Shah, Mike Blue, Brian Taylor, Ivan Soto-Wright
“Merging with Paramount in $110B deal to create synergies between IP and AI capabilities”
Insiders: The TV Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
The Banijay All3 Mega Merger, BBC Bafta Fallout and Paramount emerge victorious in the battle for Warners
“Media asset acquired by Paramount after Netflix withdrew from bidding war”
Galaxy Brain · Mar 6, 2026
Did Netflix Ruin Movies?
“Target of Netflix's $82.7B acquisition bid in December; ultimately acquired by Paramount-Skydance for $111B”
Uncanny Valley | WIRED · Mar 5, 2026
Iran Strikes in the AI Era; Prediction Markets Ethics; Paramount Beats Netflix
“Being acquired by Paramount in $110B deal consolidating major media properties”
The Daily · Mar 4, 2026
A New Media Empire
“Sold to Paramount for $111 billion after a bidding war with Netflix”
TBPN · Mar 4, 2026
Netflix’s Next Move, Zuck’s $170B Florida Mansion, the Billionaire Tax Push | Diet TBPN
“Acquisition target ultimately bought by Paramount for $111 billion after Netflix withdrew”
TBPN · Mar 3, 2026
Ellison's Media Empire, Ken Burns Joins, Cursor Mic Drop | Matthew Belloni, Gokul Rajaram, Nik Seetharaman, Raj Rajamani, James Everingham, Dr. Felix Ejeckam
“Subject of $111 billion acquisition by David Ellison's Paramount Skydance”
Big Technology Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Dario’s Choice and Anthropic’s Future, Apple’s AI Devices, Netflix Loses WBD
“Media company acquired by Paramount after Netflix deal fell through”
America At Night with McGraw Milhaven · Feb 28, 2026
Charlotte & Peter Fiel on Watch Collecting, Matt Wolfe on Hollywood Shakeups, Theo Lewis Clark on Movie Trivia
“Subject of major acquisition by Paramount; owns CNN, HBO, DC Comics, and 15% stake in TikTok; valued at $111B”
Bulwark Takes · Feb 28, 2026
62% Say Trump is Using the Presidency for Cash
“Subject of acquisition deal financed by Larry Ellison, Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia; controls CNN”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
“Being acquired by Paramount in $110B merger after failed Netflix negotiations; includes HBO Max and CNN operations.”
On the Media · Feb 28, 2026
The Ellisons Prepare to Expand Their Media Empire
“Target acquisition by Paramount, controlling HBO, TNT, DC Comics, and CNN; deal requires regulatory approval amid DOJ investigation”
IHIP News · Feb 28, 2026
Real Reason Anderson Cooper Left CBS News Amid Bari Weiss & Trump's Hostile Takeover
“Parent of CNN and HBO; subject of hostile takeover attempt by Paramount requiring Trump administration approval”
CNBC's "Fast Money" · Feb 27, 2026
Credit Concerns Hit Banks, Private Equity… And Opportunities In The Software Selloff 2/27/25
“Streaming company rejected higher Netflix bid; Paramount deal announced instead”
Motley Fool Money · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Gets Warner Bros. Discovery, But Netflix Comes Out a Winner
“Acquired by Paramount Skydance for $31/share; previously pursued by Netflix at $27.75/share”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
God of War TV Show First Look REVEALED! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.27.26
“Subject of acquisition battle between Paramount and Netflix; owns HBO, Cartoon Network, DC, and gaming studios”
PBD Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
Clinton's Epstein Depositions + Paramount WINS WarnerBros Deal | PBD #748
“Subject of acquisition battle between Netflix and Paramount; includes HBO, CNN, and major film franchises”
IndieWire: Screen Talk · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Trumps Netflix in Warner Bros. Sale; BAFTA’s Complex Controversy; Anticipating the Actor Awards
“Subject of major acquisition battle, ultimately sold to Paramount over Netflix”
Newshour · Feb 27, 2026
Pakistan strikes Afghan capital
“Media conglomerate being acquired by Paramount, includes HBO, CBS News, and CNN”
Bulwark Takes · Feb 27, 2026
Most CORRUPT Takeover Yet? Trump-Backed Paramount to Buy Warner Bros.
“Target of Paramount acquisition; owns CNN, HBO Max, DC Universe IP, and major theatrical studio operations”
Morning Brew Daily · Feb 27, 2026
Netflix Walks Away From WBD Deal & Why is Everyone Leaving America?
“Subject of acquisition by Paramount after Netflix withdrew; combines major studios, streaming services, and sports portfolios”
Pivot · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Wins Warner Bros. Bid, Anthropic vs. Pentagon, and AI Doomsday Memo
“Acquired by Paramount after successful auction process led by CEO David Zaslav”
Global News Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
Pakistan strikes Afghan capital
“Subject of competing acquisition bids from Netflix ($83B) and Paramount Skydance ($110B), with Paramount emerging as likely winner”
America At Night with McGraw Milhaven · Feb 27, 2026
Mike Vigil on Cartels, Matthew McGuire on Tariffs, John Baick on Online Accusations
“Subject of acquisition battle between Netflix and Paramount, includes HBO, CNN, and film studio assets”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 27, 2026
February 26, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
“Paramount raised acquisition bid to $31/share; Netflix declined to raise counteroffer, citing diminished financial attractiveness.”
CNBC's "Fast Money" · Feb 26, 2026
Nvidia Fails To Lift Markets… And The Latest Media Drama For Warner Bros. Discovery 2/26/26
“Board declared Paramount Skydance offer superior; set 4-day clock for Netflix response; Netflix declined, clearing path for Paramount deal”
Daily Tech News Show · Feb 26, 2026
Why NVIDIA’s Awesome Earnings Tanked the Market
“Announced global expansion of password-sharing crackdown in 2026, extending US-only policy implemented since August 2024.”
PBD Podcast · Feb 25, 2026
Trump's State of the Union + Supreme Court Tariff Troubles | PBD #746
“Target of competing bids from Netflix ($27.75/share) and Paramount ($31/share); includes HBO Max and cable networks”
CNBC's "Fast Money" · Feb 24, 2026
Growing AI Warnings… And Opportunities in Private Credit & Real Estate 2/24/26
“Target of competing bids from Netflix ($27.75/share) and Paramount ($31/share with improved terms)”
Motley Fool Money · Feb 24, 2026
Party Like it’s 2027
“Media conglomerate subject to competing acquisition bids from Netflix and Paramount-Skydance consortium”
Scrolling with Hayley · Feb 23, 2026
The “Shining Stars” of the Democrat Party - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 241)
“Subject of major acquisition bid by Netflix raising monopoly concerns in streaming media industry”
Pivot · Feb 20, 2026
Andrew Arrest Fallout, Colbert Calls BS, Zuck Pushes Back
“Target of acquisition battle between Netflix and Paramount, with regulatory and political implications”
TBPN · Feb 19, 2026
SaaSpocalypse Cancelled, Palantir’s $17M Jet Bill, WBD x Netflix Latest | Dylan Field, Saagar Enjeti, Sigil Wen, Peter Morales, Erik Palitsch, Ljubisa Bajic
“Subject of bidding war between Netflix and Paramount, with March 20 shareholder vote scheduled”
House of R · Feb 18, 2026
‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 5 Deep Dive
“Parent company overseeing HBO's Game of Thrones universe content strategy and greenlight decisions”
Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 17, 2026
Episode 621: Observer Awards
“Owns AEW television network; involved in corporate consolidation bidding war affecting creative decisions and talent booking”
The Town with Matthew Belloni · Feb 11, 2026
Netflix in the Senate Hot Seat, and Disney’s Demographic Problem
“Target of Netflix acquisition; also fielding competing bid from Paramount; shareholders must choose between deals amid regulatory uncertainty.”
Pivot · Feb 10, 2026
AI Spending Spree, Crypto Winter, and Kara's Message to Jeff Bezos
“Potential acquisition target for Netflix amid streaming industry consolidation”
Prof G Markets · Feb 5, 2026
Google Doubles Down on Spending as AI Fear Returns
“Proposed merger with Netflix; executives testified before Senate Antitrust Committee; sent M&A executive rather than CEO David Zaslav”
Prof G Markets · Feb 3, 2026
Why Markets Aren’t Scared of Kevin Warsh
“Subject of Netflix acquisition bid and Paramount's hostile takeover attempt; facing regulatory scrutiny in Washington”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Jan 30, 2026
Oscars 2026: Sinners & One Battle After Another
“Studio facing $50B debt from merger, subject of acquisition bids from Netflix ($83B) and Paramount ($108B), released both Sinners and One Battle After Another”
Pivot · Jan 16, 2026
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act, Paramount Sues Warner Bros, and Apple Teams Up with Google for AI
“Subject of Paramount's lawsuit seeking acquisition details; facing Netflix's competing all-cash bid and proxy fight”
The Vergecast · Jan 16, 2026
Siri is a Gemini
TBPN · Jan 12, 2026
DOJ vs. Fed Chair, Apple Repositions Vision Pro, Ben Thompson Joins | Tyler Cowen, Harley Finkelstein, Andrew Feldman, Nathan Nwachuku, Anastasios Angelopoulos
The Big Picture · Jan 12, 2026
The 2026 Golden Globes: ‘One Battle After Another’ vs. ‘Hamnet’ Begins
“David Zaslaw and film chiefs Mike DeLuca and Pam Abdi attended representing the studio's major contender 'One Battle After Another'”
Pivot · Jan 9, 2026
Trump's Venezuela Oil Gambit, ICE Shooting Fallout, and Warner Bros. Says No (Again)
“Target of competing acquisition bids from Netflix ($72B) and Paramount ($30/share), rejecting Paramount offer as non-superior”
The Toast · Jan 7, 2026
No, I'm Shy: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
“Publicly traded company rejecting Paramount's $30 per share acquisition offer in favor of Netflix deal”
Tech Won't Save Us · Jan 1, 2026
How Spotify Remade the Music Industry w/ Liz Pelly [Replay]
“Major Hollywood studio and record label; mentioned as potential acquisition target by Netflix, representing tech consolidation of entertainment”
The Bulwark Podcast · Dec 31, 2025
John Heilemann: The Year Is Ending a Lot Better than It Started
“Mentioned as potential acquirer in media consolidation scenario with political implications”
Pivot · Dec 30, 2025
Pivot Predictions: Scott’s Big Tech Stock Pick, The Next Bailout, and President JD Vance?
“Predicted acquisition target for Ellison family; facing consolidation pressure and AI disruption”
The Oath and The Office · Dec 24, 2025
Brown Shooting Fallout: Lies on X — Epstein Redactions
“Target of Paramount acquisition bid; timing suggests corporate deal incentives influenced editorial decisions at CBS”