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It's high noon for Paramount Studios, one of the most legendary names in Hollywood. In one corner, Wall Street and private equity. In the other corner, talented producer David Ellison, head of Skydance. OK, to be fair, he’s partnering with private equity, too. Today on the show, we break down the boss battle for Paramount with deals editor James Fontanella-Khan. Also we talk about sports.

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More than just a cultural icon, Ice Cube is a man of many layers - a music legend, a film star, and a sports enthusiast. He warmly opens up about his transition from the streets to the stage with Dr. Dre, and how he's evolved into a dynamic force across various industries. Ice Cube takes us back to his roots, sharing the tunes that sparked his musical flame and the pride he feels in his diverse achievements, including his leap from hip-hop into the world of acting with roles like 'Boyz n The Hood'. It's a heart-to-heart as he candidly talks about the thrills and challenges of wearing many hats in the entertainment world and staying influential in a constantly changing landscape.

Ice Cube, a legendary figure in the world of music and entertainment, has proven time and time again that his talents and passions extend far beyond the realm of music and movies. While he initially gained fame as a member of the groundbreaking rap group N.W.A.,Ice Cube has since carved out a multifaceted career that spans acting, directing, producing, and even sports ownership.

Following N.W.A., Ice Cube pursued a successful solo music career and later established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through his acting roles and contributions to filmmaking, starring in numerous films such as "Boyz n the Hood," "Friday," and "Barbershop." In 2017, he co-founded the BIG3, which aimed to bring an exciting 3-on-3 basketball league to fans, featuring former NBA stars and other professional players. Among Ice Cube’s many awards and honors, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of N.W.A. in 2016 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017.

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• The significance of maintaining peace and positivity in personal and professional life.
• Strategies for successfully transitioning between different career paths.
• The importance of creative independence in the entertainment industry.
• Insights into building and maintaining collaborative relationships in personal and professional life
• The art of balancing fame, success, and family in a high-stress career.

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Americans are watching a lot of television, but it’s not broadcast or cable TV. For the first time, linear TV made up less than half of all TV viewing last month. We’ll talk about how the rise of streaming and the ongoing Hollywood strikes may accelerate cord cutting. Plus, how the U.S. is still being represented in the Women’s World Cup final. And, we’ll play a round of Half Full/Half Empty with guest host and Economics on Tap first-timer Nova Safo, who enlightens us on why all radio show hosts should drink sherry.

Here’s everything we talked about:

• • “For the first time, cable and broadcast makes up less than half of TV viewing” from CNN

• • “What to know about SAG-AFTRA waivers and why actors are making movies during the strike” from AP News

• • “American referee Tori Penso picked by FIFA for England-Spain final at Women’s World Cup” from AP News

• • “Beer? Pour me a grey one” from Marketplace

• • “Could stablecoin regulation come sooner with PayPal USD launch?” from Marketplace

• • “First Bank of U.S. to be turned into museum of the American economy” from Marketplace

• • “Can AI product review summaries help us make better purchase decisions?” from Marketplace

• • “Serve Robotics goes public, but the robot delivery industry has a ways to go” from Quartz

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