On today’s episode, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Rebecca Rubin weighs the opening weekend of Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day." And Todd Spangler breaks down the surprise news of Fox Corp.’s acquisition of Roku.

On today&rsquo;s episode,<a href="https://variety.com/p/daily-variety-podcast/"></a> in our Box Office segment, Variety&rsquo;s Rebecca Rubin weighs <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/spielberg-disclosure-day-box-office-opening-masters-of-the-universe-huge-drop-obsession-shatters-expectations-1236780872/">the opening weekend of Steven Spielberg&rsquo;s &ldquo;Disclosure Day."</a> And Todd Spangler breaks down the <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/fox-acquiring-roku-1236781308/">surprise news of Fox Corp.&rsquo;s acquisition of Roku.</a>

Daily Variety -- 'Disclosure Day' Adds to Summer Box Office Momentum; Why Fox is Buying Roku

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On today's episode, Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, gives a wide-ranging interview on the evolution of Amazon’s media strategy, how the MGM acquisition has changed the company, why the streamer is investing heavily in sports and why Amazon has no regrets about the Melania Trump documentary film and upcoming docu-series. Hopkins also touches on the Amazon channels business and the boom in bundling, AI, Amazon MGM’s approach to theatrical film and, of course, the future of James Bond.

On today's episode, <a href="https://variety.com/t/mike-hopkins/">Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, </a>gives a wide-ranging interview on the evolution of Amazon&rsquo;s media strategy, how the MGM acquisition has changed the company, why the streamer is investing heavily in sports and why Amazon has no regrets about the Melania Trump documentary film and upcoming docu-series. Hopkins also touches on the Amazon channels business and the boom in bundling, AI, Amazon MGM&rsquo;s approach to theatrical film and, of course, the future of James Bond.

Mike Hopkins on Prime Video’s Evolution, the Bundling Boom, How MGM Changed Amazon, the Future of Bond and No Regrets on 'Melania'

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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Daniel D’Addario details his time with David Harbour as the actor tries to navigate that trickiest of transitions – moving on from a career-making role after five seasons as Jim Hopper on Netflix’s “Stranger Things.” And Marc Malkin brings us a Red Carpet Rundown with Taylor Swift and Joan Cusack from Disney’s “Toy Story 5” premiere.

On today&rsquo;s episode, in our Cover Story segment, <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/features/david-harbour-interview-lily-allen-mental-breakdown-1236769990/">Variety&rsquo;s Daniel D&rsquo;Addario details his time with David Harbour </a>as the actor tries to navigate that trickiest of transitions &ndash; moving on from a career-making role after five seasons as Jim Hopper on Netflix&rsquo;s &ldquo;Stranger Things.&rdquo; And <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/columns/taylor-swift-toy-story-5-premiere-i-knew-it-i-knew-you-1236770359/">Marc Malkin brings us a Red Carpet Rundown with Taylor Swift </a>and Joan Cusack from Disney&rsquo;s &ldquo;Toy Story 5&rdquo; premiere.

Daily Variety – David Harbour Finds a Port in the Storm in ‘DTF St. Louis’; ‘Toy Story 5’ Red Carpet Rundown

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On today’s episode, Variety's Michael Schneider discusses Variety’s plans to take a long look at NBC's centennial and its role in advancing mass media in the electronic age with the creation of the first radio network. And we have highlights from Kate Aurthur’s recent sit-down with Andy Cohen at the Newport Beach TV Fest. The two reflect on the “ongoing documentary project” that is “The Real Housewives” franchise.

On today&rsquo;s episode,&nbsp;Variety's Michael Schneider discusses Variety&rsquo;s plans to take a long look at <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/nbc-firsts-broadcasting-color-late-night-garroway-nbc100-1236770818/">NBC's centennial and its role in advancing mass media in the electronic age with the creation of the first radio network.</a> And we have highlights from Kate Aurthur&rsquo;s recent sit-down with <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/features/andy-cohen-watch-what-happens-live-real-housewives-bravo-1236767367/">Andy Cohen at the Newport Beach TV Fest.</a> The two reflect on the &ldquo;ongoing documentary project&rdquo; that is &ldquo;The Real Housewives&rdquo; franchise.

Daily Variety -- How NBC Created the Broadcast Network Paradigm and Other Firsts; Andy Cohen Reflects on 20 Years of 'Real Housewives'

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On today’s episode, Variety’s Jennifer Maas reports on Summer Game Fest, the gaming industry’s annual product showcase. Xbox and Paramount made news with strategic shifts and an executive appointment. Overall, Maas observes that the mood among insiders was better at this year’s event compared to last year, when the games sector was hit by layoffs and disappointing releases.

On today&rsquo;s episode, Variety&rsquo;s Jennifer Maas reports on <a href="https://variety.com/t/summer-game-fest/">Summer Game Fest, the gaming industry&rsquo;s annual product showcase</a>. Xbox and Paramount made news with strategic shifts and an executive appointment. Overall, Maas observes that the mood among insiders was better at this year&rsquo;s event compared to last year, when the games sector was hit by layoffs and disappointing releases.

Daily Variety -- 'GTA 6,' Xbox Exclusives, Paramount Revs Game Studio and More From Summer Game Fest

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On today’s episode, Variety’s Brent Lang breaks down a busy weekend at the turnstiles as “Scary Movie” returned for its first installment in 13 years – and first in 25 years with a Wayans at the helm. And it was a truly scary weekend for Amazon MGM Studios’ “Masters of the Universe,” which stumbled in its opening weekend.

On today&rsquo;s episode, Variety&rsquo;s Brent Lang breaks down a <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/box-office-scary-movie-franchise-best-opening-masters-of-the-universe-flops-1236765638/">busy weekend at the turnstiles as &ldquo;Scary Movie&rdquo; </a>returned for its first installment in 13 years &ndash; and first in 25 years with a Wayans at the helm. And it was a truly scary weekend for Amazon MGM Studios&rsquo; &ldquo;Masters of the Universe,&rdquo; which stumbled in its opening weekend.

Daily Variety -- 'Scary Movie' Tops Box Office as 'Masters of the Universe' Stumbles

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The proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is approaching completion, but concerns around debt, execution risk, and long-term industry volatility loom large. Naveen Sarma, sector lead for U.S. media and telecom at S&P Global, breaks down the opportunities and potential pitfalls ahead for the company, and he explains why S&P Global downgraded Paramount Skydance's credit rating after it clinched the WBD deal agreement.

The proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is approaching completion, but concerns around debt, execution risk, and long-term industry volatility loom large. Naveen Sarma, sector lead for U.S. media and telecom at S&amp;P Global, breaks down the opportunities and potential pitfalls ahead for the company, and he explains why <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/news/paramount-credit-rating-lower-junk-status-warner-bros-merger-1236754967/">S&amp;P Global downgraded Paramount Skydance's credit rating</a> after it clinched the WBD deal agreement.

Credit Risks: Top S&P Global Ratings Analyst Breaks Down the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger

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On today's episode, Variety's Brian Steinberg breaks down the implosion at "60 Minutes." Scott Pelley joins the list of correspondents getting the ax as a new executive producer, Nick Bilton, and CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss look to put their stamp on the venerable news program.

On today's episode, Variety's Brian Steinberg <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/cbs-news-bari-weiss-defends-firing-scott-pelley-60-minutes-1236765673/">breaks down the implosion at "60 Minutes."</a> Scott Pelley joins the list of correspondents getting the ax as a new executive producer, Nick Bilton, and CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss look to put their stamp on the venerable news program.

Daily Variety -- '60 Minutes’ Explodes With Firings, a Hiring and Questions About the Venerable News Program’s Future

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On today’s episode, All3Media CEO Jane Turton discusses the company’s pending merger with Banijay and the footprint that the combined entity will have across TV, film, digital, documentaries and live events. Also, Phebe Hunnicutt, Warner Music Group’s London-based global marketing chief, offers insights on working with creators to boost awareness of artists and tunes. Both conversations were held June 2 at Shoreditch House in London as part of Variety’s Power of Women London celebration.

On today&rsquo;s episode, All3Media CEO Jane Turton discusses <a href="https://variety.com/2026/tv/global/all3media-jane-turton-banijay-merger-1236765185/">the company&rsquo;s pending merger with Banijay and the footprint that the combined entity</a> will have across TV, film, digital, documentaries and live events. Also, Phebe Hunnicutt, Warner Music Group&rsquo;s London-based global marketing chief, offers insights on working with creators to boost awareness of artists and tunes. Both conversations were held June 2 at Shoreditch House in London as part of <a href="https://variety.com/2026/music/features/suki-waterhouse-robert-pattinson-new-album-1236757629/">Variety&rsquo;s Power of Women London celebration.</a>

Daily Variety -- All3Media’s Jane Turton Talks Banijay Merger and What She’s Learned From David Zaslav, John Malone and Jeff Zucker 

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On today’s episode, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Rebecca Rubin unpacks the eye-popping stats delivered by A24’s “Backrooms” and weekend three of Focus Features' “Obsession.” It’s a one-two punch of low-budget horror from digital-native directors, and it was enough to KO the second weekend of Disney and Lucasfilm’s “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” However, theater owners aren't complaining, as Rubin explains.

On today&rsquo;s episode, in our Box Office segment, Variety&rsquo;s Rebecca Rubin unpacks the eye-popping stats delivered by<a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/backrooms-box-office-kane-parsons-1236763407/"> A24&rsquo;s &ldquo;Backrooms&rdquo;</a> and weekend three of Focus Features' &ldquo;Obsession.&rdquo; <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/backrooms-box-office-record-opening-weekend-obsession-jumps-star-wars-crumbles-1236763355/">It&rsquo;s a one-two punch of low-budget horror from digital-native directors,</a> and it was enough to KO the second weekend of Disney and Lucasfilm&rsquo;s &ldquo;The Mandalorian and Grogu.&rdquo; However, theater owners aren't complaining, as Rubin explains.

Daily Variety -- 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' Rattle the Box Office as Gen Z Embraces its Own Horror Helmers

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