Broadway's Impending Crisis: Jason Eisner On the Business of Musical Theatre

Robert Morton on Letterman, Colbert, & The Future Of Late Night

Television producer legend Robert Morton joins the show to discuss the evolution of late-night comedy. He and host Seth Schachner discuss the business side of comedy and how comedy legends adapted to changing landscapes and what it means for the future of entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Backrooms' Big Box Office Weekend & Universal Music Update

The latest blockbuster success of Backrooms, a YouTube-origin story that grossed over $80 million, signals a new era where non-traditional star power can rule the box office. Seth Schachner breaks down the impact it will have on the broader industry, as well as Universal Music Group's rejection of Bill Ackman's takeover bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

How Stingray is Changing The In-Car Entertainment Game, with Jim Riley

Jim Riley, President of Stingray USA, discusses the company's evolution from cable channels to a global leader in media, music, and technology. He and Seth Schachner Cover Stingray's innovative automotive entertainment solutions, licensing strategies, and the impact of AI and rights management in the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Music Platforms' New Huge AI Integration

On this episode of Breaking Down the Biz, Seth covers major recent developments in the music industry, including Universal Music Group's strategic moves with AI, TikTok partnerships, and collaborations with Live Nation, highlighting industry trends and future directions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Finding the Future of Broadway: Andy Sandberg On the Economics of Theater

Andy Sandberg, Tony Award-winning producer and director joins Breaking Down the Biz to discuss how the financial realities of Broadway have led to strategies and innovative practices are shaping the future of theater. He and host Seth Schachner discuss the internal dynamics that drive success, offer insights into investment, production, and the economic forces transforming the industry. They also discuss Andy's involvement with the Hermitage Artist Retreat [https://hermitageartistretreat.org/], where he helps to guide the next generation of theater creatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]