How To Run A Movie Studio And Karaoke: Electronic Mail Questions

How To Run A Movie Studio And Karaoke: Electronic Mail Questions
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In this week’s electronic mail questions I’m asked how I’d run a potential Paramount-Warner Bros. conglomerate. And I’m asked about my thoughts on karaoke. I am a much bigger expert on one of these subjects than the other one. Also, if you’d like a question to be featured here (or if you have any suggestions for the newsletter in general; remember, I’m new here, too) please email me at mikethehardpass@gmail.com.

It's May 1st, 2027 and the Paramount/WBD merger has closed. David Ellison hires you to lead his new mega-studio and gives you freedom to do whatever you want. What are your first moves? — Jim

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