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Feb 2025
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Netflix vs. Everyone With Content Chief ...

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Matt is joined by Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, to discuss all things Netflix, including the ‘Emilia Perez’ scandal, vetting talent, their IMAX deal with Greta Gerwig’s upcoming 'Narnia' movie, struggling to make franchise IP, and why Netflix is misunderstood (03:12). Matt finishes the show with a ratings prediction for the 'SNL50' anniversary show (32:40).


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Host: Matt Belloni

Guest: Bela Bajaria


Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jessie Lopez

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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