Bob Iger
Mentioned in 37 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Former CEO of The Walt Disney Company who stepped down and transitioned to a senior advisor role through December 2025, having previously returned to lead the company after Bob Chapek's tenure. Known for aggressive acquisitions and strategic decisions including ESPN's WWE distribution, he is frequently discussed in business and media podcasts regarding Disney's leadership succession, corporate strategy, and entertainment industry consolidation. Also author of "Ride of a Lifetime," his memoir on leadership and organizational culture.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Matt Walsh Show · May 21, 2026
Ep. 1784 - This Is How Disney Destroyed Star Wars
“Made strategic decision to release one Star Wars film per year; prioritized rapid monetization over creative development”
Unblinded with Sean Callagy · May 21, 2026
How Iron Man Saved Marvel: David Maisel Shares the Real Story with Sean Callagy
“Negotiated Marvel acquisition with Maisel; later joked he 'stole' the company; former boss of Maisel at Disney”
DecaMillionaire Decoded · May 14, 2026
Top Gun Leadership: Lessons from the Cockpit to the C-Suite, with Matthew "Whiz" Buckley
“Referenced as example of 'imperial CEO' mindset; Wiz critiques belief that leaders are irreplaceable”
Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · May 11, 2026
#1 Executive Coach: Leadership Lessons from Coaching the World’s Best CEOs | Marshall Goldsmith | Motivation | E39
“Example of leadership pivot; discussed changing leadership style in interview with Oprah Winfrey”
Pivot · May 8, 2026
OpenAI Trial "Soap Opera," ChatGPT's Stock Picks, and Remembering Ted Turner
“Credited with Disney's strong earnings; grew parks revenue 40%; positioned Disney+ as digital centerpiece”
בזמן שעבדתם · May 6, 2026
שחק אותה סם
“Mentioned regarding Disney's potential investment interest in OpenAI and AI-generated creative content opportunities”
The Watch · May 4, 2026
‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 4 and ‘Star Wars’ Streaming Numbers. Plus, Pitching Literary Classics as TV Shows.
“Rejected Soderbergh's Ben Solo pitch; discussed as cautious steward of Star Wars IP”
The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
John Heilemann: Did Trump Make an Ominous Shift on Iran?
“Previous Disney leadership; successor being tested on willingness to fight Trump”
The Glenn Beck Program · Apr 28, 2026
I Would Fire Jimmy Kimmel, but ... | Guests: Jennifer Sey & Kmele Foster | 4/28/26
“Received CAIR pressure regarding Glenn Beck's ABC appearance; implemented media ban”
Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan · Apr 28, 2026
How to Negotiate, Lead, and Win in Any Situation with Chris Voss
“Leadership example of surviving multiple takeovers and adapting to new organizational cultures”
WSJ Tech News Briefing · Apr 24, 2026
TNB Tech Minute: Ford Discussed Bringing Chinese Tech to America With Automaker Geely
“Recently rejoined Thrive Capital in advisory capacity to help with Thrive Eternal long-term investment strategy”
TBPN · Apr 23, 2026
Thoma Bravo Loses Medallia, OpenAI Drops ChatGPT 5.5, Bob Iger Returns | Diet TBPN
“Returning to Thrive Capital as next career move after Disney; building founder alumni network”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Apr 15, 2026
Have a Good Laugh with Jimmy Kimmel
“Kimmel asked him years later why ABC chose him over John Stewart; Iger said Kimmel was cheaper”
Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Intel, Starbucks, Disney, & Nike: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly 4-9-26
“Described as 'incredibly ego-strong' predecessor to current Disney CEO; recently replaced”
Pivot · Mar 20, 2026
Trump Bullies Allies, Powell Stays Put, and Kalshi Faces Criminal Charges
“Disney CEO stepping down again after mixed tenure with stock performance below 10-year-ago levels”
In Depth With Graham Bensinger · Mar 2, 2026
Stephen A Smith: Inside the mind of sports media’s loudest voice
“CEO of Walt Disney/ESPN; Smith credits him with approving $105M contract; serves as mentor and advisor”
Motley Fool Money · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Gets Warner Bros. Discovery, But Netflix Comes Out a Winner
“Former Disney CEO referenced as more aggressive acquirer; current Disney strategy differs”
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! · Feb 7, 2026
Librarian Mychal Threets talks rebooting Reading Rainbow and our panel eats goo
“Outgoing CEO of Disney; being replaced by Josh DeMaro”
Pivot · Feb 6, 2026
AI Faceoffs at the Super Bowl, Bob Iger's Heir Apparent, and WaPo's Brutal Cuts
“Disney CEO stepping down, criticized for returning after failed Chapek succession and stock underperformance”
The Watch · Feb 6, 2026
Apple TV’s Glossy Programming, ‘The Pitt’ S2E5, and How ‘True Detective’ S2 Explains the World
“Disney CEO announcing retirement and successor; stated company is done buying IP, shifting strategy post-Secret Wars”
TBPN · Feb 5, 2026
Sam Altman on Codex 5.3 Launch, Anthropic's Sholto Douglas, Alphabet Beats Q4 Estimates | Sam Altman, Sholto Douglas, Daniel Barcelo, Mandy Fields, Ivan Burazin, Scott Rogowsky
“Former Disney CEO mentioned in context of potential OpenAI partnership discussions”
TBPN · Feb 5, 2026
FULL INTERVIEW: Sam Altman Responds to Anthropic’s Attack Ads, Live on TBPN
“Former Disney CEO jokingly suggested as potential OpenAI recruit during Disney partnership discussion”
TBPN · Feb 4, 2026
SpaceX-xAI merger reactions, Paypal plummets, Disney names next CEO | Diet TBPN
“Outgoing Disney CEO who will stay as senior advisor until December 2025”
Prof G Markets · Feb 3, 2026
Why Markets Aren’t Scared of Kevin Warsh
“Disney CEO expected to leave before December 31 contract end; succession decision occurring this week”
The Journal. · Jan 28, 2026
Can $60 Billion Boost Disney's Theme Park Magic?
“Returned as Disney CEO in 2022; prioritized parks investment and approved $60B budget for Imagineering expansion”
The Big Picture · Jan 19, 2026
The Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Movie Draft. Plus: ‘The Rip.’
“Disney executive; mentioned in context of Star Wars creative restrictions and Palpatine decision”
Pivot · Jan 16, 2026
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act, Paramount Sues Warner Bros, and Apple Teams Up with Google for AI
“Disney CEO planning retirement; succession uncertainty inviting activist investor pressure”
The Talk Show With John Gruber · Dec 24, 2025
437: ‘A Naughty Citizen’, With Quinn Nelson
“Disney CEO; discussed for succession challenges and returning to CEO role after Bob Chapek's tenure.”
The Home Service Expert Podcast · Dec 22, 2025
Building Wealth Through Private Equity in Home Services with Richard Lewis and Adam Hanover
“Former Disney CEO; author of 'Ride of a Lifetime'; Richard Lewis references his acquisition and culture integration lessons”
The Vergecast · Dec 19, 2025
Brendan Carr is a dummy
“Disney CEO; paid $1B to OpenAI; licensed IP to OpenAI; sent cease-and-desist to Google; inconsistent AI strategy.”
The Artificial Intelligence Show · Dec 16, 2025
#186: GPT-5.2, Disney-OpenAI Deal, New Trump AI Executive Order, OpenAI State of Enterprise AI Report, Teen AI Usage & Data Centers in Space
“Disney CEO; framed OpenAI partnership as responsible storytelling; defended aggressive IP protection strategy”
Pivot · Dec 16, 2025
Brown and Bondi Beach Shootings, Trump's AI Executive Order, and Oracle Struggles
“Unlikely to lead Disney acquisition strategy; successor will make major media consolidation move”
Pivot · Dec 12, 2025
Disney's OpenAI Investment, Nvidia Chip Deal, and Australia’s New Social Media Ban
“Returned to manage company crises; announced $1B OpenAI investment; described as 'getting fragged' by multiple issues”
Unblinded with Sean Callagy · Dec 9, 2025
Inside Marvel Studios w/ Founder David Maisel
“Disney CEO who acquired Marvel Studios for $4B; worked with Maisel in 1996 at Disney”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Nov 5, 2025
Ari Emanuel on the Future of Entertainment: Hollywood, AI, Creator Economy, YouTube vs Netflix
“Launching WWE on ESPN with Jimmy Pitaro as part of new distribution strategy”
We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · Oct 14, 2025
The Disney+ Magic Equation With the Man Who Built It
“Disney CEO during Disney+ launch; made strategic decisions on bundling and brand positioning; emphasized 'honor the brand' principle”
Acquired · Mar 24, 2025
Indian Premier League Cricket
“Disney CEO; prioritized Disney+ growth; lost IPL digital rights to Viacom 18 in 2022”