IATSE’s Safety Talks, iHeart Writers’ Win, and Paramount+ Price Changes

Host: Cortrice Jones

Producer: Lance John

Production Studio: Gifted Sounds Network

Key Updates in TV and Film: IATSE Negotiations, Podcasting Wins, and Streaming News

Summary - On this episode of TV & Film Beat, host Cortrice Jones discusses ongoing IATSE contract negotiations with studios focused on safety after multiple tragic incidents. The iHeartPodcast Network writers ratified their first WGAE contract, improving conditions and pay. Paramount+ will raise prices on August 20th, reflecting industry trends.

Show Notes:

IATSE Contract Negotiations

  - Safety concerns on set following a series of tragic incidents.

  - Notable incidents on the sets of Peacock’s "Hysteria!", Marvel’s "Wonder Man", Eddie Murphy’s "The Pickup", and "9-1-1".

  - The role of IATSE in advocating for safer work environments.

  - Upcoming negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.

  - Discussion on whether financial penalties or legislative action is needed for meaningful changes.

Podcasting Wins

  - The Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) ratifies its first contract with iHeartPodcast Network.

  - End of two years of negotiations and an Unfair Labor Practice charge.

  - Improved working conditions and fair compensation for podcast writers.

  - WGAE President Lisa Takeuchi Cullen’s statement on the importance of fair compensation.

Streaming News

  - Paramount Global announces a price hike for Paramount+ streaming service, effective August 20th.

  - Details on the price increase for the Paramount+ with Showtime plan and the Essential plan.

  - Despite the price hike, Paramount+ remains competitively priced with a strong content lineup.

  - Upcoming content highlights: NFL on CBS, Dexter: Original Sin, Frasier’s revival, and more.

More

- The latest developments in TV and film industry safety protocols.

- The impact of new contracts on podcasting industry standards.

- How streaming services like Paramount+ are adjusting their pricing and content strategies.

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