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Sep 2023
25m 50s

Did Hollywood Writers Get Their Happy En...

The New York Times
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After 148 days on strike, writers of movies and television are returning to work on Wednesday with an agreement in hand that amounts to a major win for organized labor in Hollywood. John Koblin, a media reporter for The Times, explains why the studios acquiesced to writers’ demands and what the deal means for the future of American entertainment. Guest: ... Show More
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