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The Entertainment Brothers

  • Ed Sheeran Wins Lawsuit Involving "Thinking Out Loud" and Writers Guild Strike Predictions

    6 MAY 2023 · Larry and Thomas discuss Ed Sheeran winning his copyright infringement trial, in which he fought allegations that he stole music from the 1973 Marvin Gaye hit "Let's Get It On". Then they talk about Adidas being sued by investors who claim the firm knew about Kanye West's problematic behaviour years before it ended their partnership. They also chat about other sponsorship issues like the Bud Light controversy after a ban on the beer was called when they featured Dylan Mulvaney (a trans model) on their can. And lastly - they wonder about the current Writers Guild of America strike which is an ongoing labor dispute between the Writers Guild of America labor union and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers to secure better compensation and equity structures for TV and Film Writers. They also discuss how the writers strike affects the late night talk shows and James Corden of The Late, Late Show leaving after it was revealed that his show lost 20 million dollars a year.
    35m 52s
  • The Yellowstone Soap Opera and Brooke Shields Says She Was Exploited as a Child

    12 APR 2023 · Larry and Thomas are back in Times Square once again this time discussing whether or not Kevin Costner might be trying to renegotiate a new contract or is perhaps leaving the TV Drama "Yellowstone". Then they talk about the ramifications of the new Brooke Shields documentary "Pretty Baby" where she describes the details of how she was sexually exploited as a child star in Hollywood. Next they wonder what will happen legally with latin singer Karol G after she called out GQ Magazine Mexico for photoshopping her cover imaging way too much. And finally the brothers chat about King Charles upcoming coronation and the new bold title of his wife "Queen Camilla".
    38m 35s
  • Gwyneth Paltrow’s Ski Accident Trial and Trump's Indictment

    4 APR 2023 · The Entertainment Brothers this time take on the Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Accident Trial. The Goop founder and retired doctor Terry Sanderson are fighting in court due to a 2016 ski accident in Deer Valley, Utah. They also talk about the latest with the upcoming trial of Alec Baldwin after the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins while on the set of the movie "Rust". Next they discuss what the trials of Donald Trump will look like. And to wrap it up they chat about Leonardo DiCaprio taking the stand as the first blockbuster witness in the star-studded trial of former Fugees member Pras Michel. Michel is accused of participating in a global campaign-finance conspiracy funded by Jho Low, a Malaysian businessman who allegedly stole billions of dollars from a Malaysian sovereign wealth fund.
    31m 3s
  • The Oscars: Cheers and Jeers

    18 MAR 2023 · In this episode - Larry and Thomas discuss how the latest developements in the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by actor Alec Baldwin while on the set of the movie "Rust" will affect the upcoming trial. Next the chat about the NFL - Aaron Rogers quarterback for the Green Bay Packers is now saying he will play for the NY Jets this year. And to wrap it up an analysis of the 2023 Oscars - what it was, what it is , and what it should be.
    33m 19s
  • The Chris Rock Comedy Special That Slaps Will Smith Back

    9 MAR 2023 · In this episode the BROTHERS talk about Chris Rock's new comedy special that finally deals with Will Smith's slap last year at the Oscars that was heard round the world. Next they discuss Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's latest venture on podcasts promoting his best selling book and being invited to King Charles' coronation. Then finally Larry and Thomas chat about the continuing saga of the theft of Lady Gaga's french bulldogs. She offered a reward for the dog's safe return. Jennifer McBride claims Lady Gaga owes her $500000 for returning her stolen dogs even though it has been revealed that McBride was involved in the dogknapping.
    32m
  • More Justice from the Beginnings of the "Me Too" Movement

    3 MAR 2023 · This time the Brothers discuss even more sentences being handed down to sexual offenders Harvey Weinstein and R. Kelly - who were both some of the first people to be accused of sexual misconduct when the "Me Too" movement began. Then they lay out opposing viewpoints on the recent settlement given to Vanessa Bryant (Kobe's Widow) after graphic photos of her husband's and daughter's death were mishandled. Next they talk about the SAG Awards being called out for having Mark Wahlberg present an award to the Asian cast of “Everything Everywhere All At Once” despite the fact he once went to prison for assaulting two Vietnamese men. And finally they wonder about Woody Harrelson on Saturday Night Live and Jon Stewart on Late Night with Steven Colbert saying right leaning things about the origins of covid 19 and the vaccine.
    39m 20s
  • Who Dares to Snub The King's Coronation?

    24 FEB 2023 · This time Larry and Thomas discuss the good news for Alec Baldwin. His charges for accidentally shooting cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during filming of the movie "Rust" have been down graded. Next they talk about the news that Adele and Ed Sheeran have declined to perform at King Charles coronation and they wonder if Prince Harry will show up. And finally they chat about the ongoing quarterback trading and player negotiations in the NFL.
    36m 58s
  • Kanye's Antisemitic Rants Deemed Harmful as ADL Connects Hate Incidents Directly to Him

    16 FEB 2023 · This week - Thomas and Larry again discuss revelations in the ongoing legal turmoil for Alec Baldwin as new info reguarding the attorneys involved in his involuntary manslaughter charges for showing a "reckless" disregard for safety that led to the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins come to light AND it has been announced the movie "RUST" will resume filming in New Mexico once again this spring. Then they speculate about what will happen next to Kanye after the Anti-Defamation League put out a new report which has connected more than two dozen incidents that directly referenced Kanye’s antisemitic comments he made late last year. Next they talk about the family of Britney Spears who are once again attempting an intervention after reports of more Britney mental breakdowns. And to wrap it up - the brothers weigh out the Superbowl ratings VS the Oscars.
    34m 8s
  • Priscilla Presley Officially Files To Contest Daughter Lisa Marie's Will

    13 FEB 2023 · In this episode - Thomas and Larry discuss what will happen in the upcoming trial of Alec Baldwin after the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins while on the set of the movie "Rust". Then they explain why Priscilla Presley - who filed a petition questioning the authenticity of a amendmended will by Lisa Marie - may remain trustee of her daughter's estate. Next they chat about Rick Astley who is suing rapper Yung Gravy for impersonating his voice from his eighties hit “Never Gonna Give You Up.” And finally they talk about the fall out after the senate hearing over the apparent monopoly of Ticketmaster/ Live Nation.
    37m 36s
  • Will Alec Baldwin Go To Jail Over "Rust" Shooting?

    28 JAN 2023 · Thomas and Larry discuss the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by actor Alec Baldwin while on the set of the movie "Rust". Then they talk about the senate hearing over the apparent monopoly of Ticketmaster/ Live Nation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
    51m 53s

The Entertainment Brothers is a look under the hood of modern celebrity culture--how crises, controversies and confrontations control the narrative in the entertainment world, and how responding to those crises...

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The Entertainment Brothers is a look under the hood of modern celebrity culture--how crises, controversies and confrontations control the narrative in the entertainment world, and how responding to those crises can be a celebrity's most important performance. Former People Magazine Editor in Chief Larry Hackett and veteran entertainment attorney Thomas Valentino analyze the issues of the day and offer up highly opinionated takes on what's happening. It's sports talk radio for the culture vulture in all of us.
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