Our entertainment roundtable puts "Black Panther's" record-setting presales in perspective and what this means for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, five women accuse James Franco of sexual misconduct in a new report from the Los Angeles Times. We ask whether "time's up" for the Golden Globe-winning star.
We also chat with TLC's Hayley Page about her new binge-worthy wedding show on Facebook Watch. She reveals the top bridal trends and gives her take on the state of the wedding industry. Then, FHM Magazine's Nick Dimengo discusses the biggest headlines in sports, including the Ball controversy and an NFL Playoffs preview.
YouTube is distancing itself from influencer Logan Paul. The video platform is pulling the content creator from its ad-supported programs and putting his projects in development on hold. The news comes after Paul filmed an apparent suicide victim before getting slammed by criticism.
At some 940-pages, the legislation is a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts and other Republican priorities, including new money for national defense and deportations.
Chris Versace, CIO at Tematica Research, joins to discuss earnings season trends, Flash PMI signals, Walmart’s strategy updates, and Nike’s evolving outlook.
Andrew Nusca, Editorial Director at Fortune, dives into WhatsApp’s first-ever ads rollout —and how Meta’s ad push intensifies its showdown with OpenAI.
Ben Geman, Energy Reporter at Axios, joins to discuss the latest Middle East tensions, Brent crude price swings, and why gas prices aren’t falling with oil.
Al Root, Associate Editor at Barron's, joins to discuss Tesla’s robotaxis going live in Texas—what it means for autonomy, safety, and the EV race ahead.
Dena Jalbert, M&A expert and CEO of Align Business Advisory Services, on the state of U.S. M&A: deals worth $1–$10 billion (including debt) are surging.
