Matt is joined by Matthew Liebmann, the Chief Innovation and Data Officer at Vista Group, to discuss Gen Z’s relationship with going to the movies. Matthew talks about how much Gen Z is going to movie theaters these days, their favorite franchises and genres, the effect of marketing on moviegoing habits, and more. Matt finishes the show with a prediction abo ... Show More
Aug 22
Mailbag! Marvel’s Future, Johnny Depp’s Comeback, L.A.’s Recession, and Awkward Celeb Interactions.
(00:00) Matt opens up the summer mailbag to answer listener questions about Marvel’s future after 'Avengers: Doomsday,' the X-Men casting, Netflix’s need to lure big filmmakers, whether Johnny Depp’s comeback will work, why Meghan and Harry’s failed in Hollywood, worries that L.A ... Show More
38m 31s
Aug 19
The Business Secrets Behind the ‘Love Island’ Juggernaut
Matt is joined by David George, the CEO of ITV America, to dive into the massive success of 'Love Island,' how it became one of the biggest brands in unscripted TV, why they sold the show to Peacock, the market for selling reality shows nowadays, how much the show is really worth ... Show More
36m 21s
Jun 2025
The Gen Z Red Wave and Protecting Your Peace Online with Matt Bernstein (aka MattXIV)
This week we’re joined by political commentator and Gen Z Icon, Matt Bernstein - the creator behind @MattXIV and A Bit Fruity Podcast. Together, Matt and JVN discuss the very real Gen Z red wave, finding your peace amidst online political discourse, make-up (yes, darling!), and m ... Show More
42m 42s
Jul 2023
1540: How Gen Z Consumes with Josh Rosenberg and Aja Evans
We're taking a deep dive into how Gen Z consumes and advice on how they can make better financial choices. Joining the show: Josh Rosenberg, Co-Founder of Day One Agency who, together with researchers at USC Annenberg Center of Public Relations, examined how Gen Z consumes -- fro ... Show More
24m 44s
Oct 2019
TikTok, Museums, the Audio Explosion, and Other Trends in Entertainment
Youngme Moon , Felix Oberholzer-Gee , and Mihir Desai discuss a variety of trends from the world of entertainment — including TikTok, the resurgence of museums, the audio explosion, newspaper paywalls, spiked seltzer, entertainment genres, and binge-watching vs. appointment-viewi ... Show More
30m 10s
Feb 2023
Chris Pine, Rihanna, Celebrity Impressions w/ Matt Friend
Joining the Deux U classroom this week is accomplished impressionist and comedian, Matt Friend. We're discussing the week's hottest topics and getting into Matt's hilarious celebrity impressions: Topics discussed: Tom Cruise + Hayley Atwell Paul Mescal + Phoebe Bridgers Bad Bunny ... Show More
54m 46s
Mar 2022
Brat TV and TikTok Takeover - Culture Binge Episode #73
Michael, Reilly, and Geoffrey get into the success of TikTok creators-turned-actors, and then ponder whether or not income differences will affect your friendships. Check out our MERCH ► https://www.wisecrack.store/ Send us topics to binge! Leave us a voicemail: +1 (213) 534-88 ... Show More
1h 3m