Disney
American multinational mass media company
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Videos Mentioning Disney
E170: Tech's Vibe Shift, TikTok ban debate, Vertical AI boom, Florida bans lab-grown meat & more
All-In Podcast
Entertainment company cited as an example of an IP holder with a massive collection of content that could be used for derivative works by AI models like Sora.
E142: "Rich Men North of Richmond" hits #1, upward mobility, real estate capital crunch, Trump RICO
All-In Podcast
Discussed in relation to the controversial live-action remake of Snow White, with criticism aimed at the revisionist take and the actress's comments trashing the original.
E166: Mind-blowing AI Video: OpenAI launches Sora + Is Biden too old? Tucker/Putin interview & more
All-In Podcast
An entertainment company that hired a fan who improved an AI rendering of Luke Skywalker for The Mandalorian.
Calm App Founder: From $0 To $2 Billion By Making The World Meditate: Michael Acton Smith | E117
The Diary Of A CEO
Michael Acton Smith's ambition during Moshi Monsters' peak success was for the company to become as big as Disney.
Taking Responsibility for Your Life, Why Creators Need to Smash Limits, and Dealmaking Strategies
Tim Ferriss
Company whose products were mentioned in contrast to Spawn's darker themes for merchandising.
E164: Zuck’s Senate apology, Elon's comp package voided, crony capitalism, Reddit IPO, drone attack
All-In Podcast
A media company whose CEO briefly considered buying Twitter. Also mentioned for its share repurchase plans being driven by debt, which is critiqued as financial engineering.
The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck: Mark Manson | E111
The Diary Of A CEO
Refers to a naive, idealized understanding of love and relationships, characterized by happily-ever-after narratives, which Mark Manson experienced and had shattered in his first serious relationship.
#AIS: Joe Lonsdale on the problem with higher education
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as an institution run by the professional class whose views are in tension with the majority of the country.
How to Make Iconic Art, Reinvent Spider-Man, and Meet Every Deadline | Todd McFarlane
Tim Ferriss
The company that owns Marvel Comics, and does not share product with other studios.
E160: 2024 Predictions! Markets, tech, politics, and more
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a potential licensor of its library for generative AI content.
E161: US strikes Houthis, market instability, Q1 rate cuts in doubt, Carta's major mishap, DEI
All-In Podcast
A media and entertainment conglomerate whose brand performance and creative direction, particularly for Star Wars, are criticized.
E159: The Bestie Awards! Recapping the best and worst of 2023
All-In Podcast
Named a biggest business loser as its theatrical releases, social stances, Marvel franchise, Disney+ subscriptions, and theme park attendance all faltered in 2023. Bob Iger's conflict with Elon Musk and subscriber cancellations are also cited.
Thomas Tull: From Batman Dark Knight Trilogy to AI and The Rolling Stones | Lex Fridman Podcast #259
Lex Fridman
A major entertainment company that Alan Horn ran after Warner Bros., responsible for Marvel and Star Wars content.
E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
All-In Podcast
Company whose earnings report and potential asset sales are discussed in relation to content creation viability.
Ep. 195: The Social Media “Algorithm”, Deep Walks, and Cal’s Simplest Productivity Tool
Cal Newport
Mentioned for its acquisition of Fox, providing context for the scale of buyouts.
Open Source AI is AI we can Trust — with Soumith Chintala of Meta AI
Latent Space
The company that acquired Pixar, mentioned in relation to Ed Catmull's career.
Scaling Culture | Jason Kilar, former Hulu CEO
Y Combinator
The company where Jason Kilar had his first job. He uses Disney as a prime example of how to build and scale a strong culture through explicit values, walking the talk, and implementing mechanisms like Disney University.
In conversation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
All-In Podcast
Referenced in the context of 'culture wars' and social issues, likely hinting at controversies around LGBTQ+ topics.
E125: SpaceX launch, Fox News settlement, "Zombie-corn" exodus to AI, late-stage implosion
All-In Podcast
Involved in a culture war with Ron DeSantis over Florida legislation, which has resulted in a significant brand disaster and negative impact on its NPS scores among some parents.
DeepSeek Panic, US vs China, OpenAI $40B?, and Doge Delivers with Travis Kalanick and David Sacks
All-In Podcast
Entertainment company mentioned for its strong IP and as an example of content to acquire for an AI moat.
Jeff Clavier and Andrea Zurek - Startup Investor School Day 3
Y Combinator
Mentioned as one of the world's most valuable brands in 2017.
Elon Musk: Twitter's bot problem, SpaceX's grand plan, Tesla stories & more
All-In Podcast
Referenced as an example of a company facing significant internal and external political challenges, providing a cautionary tale for other CEOs.
Boyd Varty — The Lion Tracker's Guide to Life | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Referenced in relation to the animated way a honeyguide bird indicates where a beehive is located.
Dame Dash: The Man That DISCOVERED & Built Jay-z & Kanye West! | E192
The Diary Of A CEO
Entertainment conglomerate, used as an example of a company that manages a vast array of creative endeavors simultaneously, which Dame Dash aspires to replicate with Dame Dash Studios.