Show vs Business

Tai Lopez faces a $112M SEC suit tied to REV’s retail buyouts—we break down what he did, why it worked, where it went off the rails, and why people still root for him. Plus: AI marketing headaches, James Gunn’s “guru” run at DC, audience comments, and trailer reacts.

00:00 Introduction and Ty Lopez's Investments
00:26 The Rise of Internet Gurus
01:21 Marketing Ethics and Effectiveness
02:06 James Gunn and Hollywood&...

We unpack South Park’s Charlie Kirk controversy: why fans say the “Sicko Fantasy” episode was pulled from TV yet streams on Paramount+, what it means for cancel culture, and how comedy, free speech, and influencer capitalism collide.

Plus: the AI subplot you missed, and why outrage might be the business model.

00:00 The Charlie Kirk Incident and South Park's Controversy
01:15 Who is Charlie Kirk?
03:0...

Mr. Benja goes solo to unpack Alex Hormozi’s Guinness-record $100M Money Models launch and 10 creative gems: start to continue, try stuff, study, tell your story, be human, keep it simple, promote, build the group, avoid scam-iness, and play your own game.

00:00 Introduction and Video Purpose
00:30 Overview of Hormozi Launch
01:22 Gem 1: Start to Continue
02:54 Gem 2: Try Stuff Even Though There Is No Try
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Join us as we discuss the latest Movie Craze that's taking Hollywood by storm AND a potential Grammys, Kpop Demon Hunters.

We dive deep into the beginnings of girl groups, music, and more.

We also react to Timothée Chalamet's upcoming film, Marty Supreme.

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:10 K-Pop Demon Hunters Phenomenon
01:07 Weekly Catch-Up: Personal Updates
08:10 The Power of Documentation and Ref...

Join us as we unpack Alex Hormozi’s epic $100M Money Models book launch—record-smashing sales, live playbooks, AI tools, sponsorship gimmicks, and that wild “donate 200 books” $6K offer turned into a movement. No fluff—pure dissection.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter
00:41 Discussing Alex Hormozi's Impact
01:05 Unboxing and Product Teasers
02:55 Alex Hormozi's Business Journey
05:56 The Guru World and...

Live flubs, real talk, and sharp takes: Theo & Mr. Benja unpack Alex Hormozi’s $100M Money Models launch strategy (donate-200-books $5,998 + ACQ AI), the guru bubble, AI’s edges, and a trailer reaction to Jordan Peele’s football-horror, HIM. 

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
00:31 Alex Hermozi's Record-Breaking Book Launch
01:13 Frustrations in Development and Team Dynamics
02:53 The Bottleneck Prob...

We break down the new Mortal Kombat II trailer and then zoom out: are video games outpacing movies? We talk fatalities and fan service, streaming’s rise, AI’s impact on creativity, the educator vs entertainer matrix, monetization, and why live streamers feel like modern reality TV.

00:00 Introduction and Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer Reaction
00:47 Evolution of Video Games and AI Impact
04:37 Personal Gaming Experiences and Genera...

Superman is still soaring at $551M worldwide after four weeks while Fantastic Four plunged 66 % on its second weekend to roughly $200M globally.

We unpack what the numbers reveal about DCU vs MCU momentum, marketing tactics and long-term franchise stakes in 2025.

00:00 Introduction: Show Versus Business
00:11 Superman vs. Fantastic Four: Box Office Battle
05:34 Warner Brothers and Discovery Split: Corporate Shenanigans
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Comic-Con 2025’s low-key lineup and Marvel’s Hall H no-show spark a spirited clash: are audiences burned out on superheroes while anime surges? Theo Harvey and Mr Benja analyze SDCC’s vibe, Anime Expo’s record turnout and Netflix’s 50 % anime viewership stat, pondering where pop fandom goes next.

00:00 Introduction and Comic-Con Excitement
00:35 The Rise of Anime
01:34 Comic-Con's Changing Vibe
02:31 Marvel's I...

Theo Harvey and Pacing Pete review James Gunn’s 2025 Superman—$400 M opener, Corenswet’s earnest hero, Hoult’s cerebral Lex, kaiju fights, multiverse clues—then rank every big-screen Man of Steel and weigh the reboot’s box-office future.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:19 Superman in Pop Culture
01:35 Expectations for the New Superman
07:11 Box Office Performance and Predictions
15:07 In-Depth Movie Revi...

Join us as we dive into James Gunn’s 2025 Superman reboot—its marketing blitz, early box-office surge, and what it means for the next wave of superhero cinema.

From Iron Man’s legacy to Gen Z hype, discover whether caped crusaders are truly back in business.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:08 Insights from Rico Ross Interview
02:06 The Secret to Tubi Movies
03:30 Superman and the Return of Superh...

Dive into an exclusive interview with Ricco Ross, the acclaimed actor known for his powerful performances in some of Hollywood’s most memorable films. In this candid conversation, Ricco shares insights into  the business of acting and the coming AI changes that will transform the industry. 

00:00 Introduction to Ricco Ross
01:00 Insights from Top Producers
01:40 The Evolution of Technology in Entertainment
02:51 The Futu...

Is Tinseltown out of ideas? From sequel overload to streaming shake-ups, we dissect the box-office slump, superhero fatigue, and ballooning budgets choking fresh stories.
Dive in as Show vs Business asks: why does Hollywood suck so hard today?

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Live Show
00:31 A Trip to Trader Joe's and Movie Theater Musings
01:54 Debating the Relevance of Movies Today
03:02 Ironheart and...

Theo Harvey and Mr. Benja tackle Juneteenth backlash, Trump’s holiday gripe, massive AI-driven tech layoffs, Meta’s $14 B Scale AI deal, Coca-Cola’s design bots, riotous trailer reactions to Toxic Avenger, Naked Gun & Sandman S2, plus why billionaires are racing to sell sports teams.

00:00 Introduction and New Toys

00:37 Juneteenth and Trump's Reaction

03:14 Media Distractions and AI Algorithms

05:32 AI's Impact on P...

Theo Harvey and Mr Benja go live on Father’s Day, breaking down protests, AI hype cycles, community-building with Cassandra (“Crafting with Cassie”), Star Trek Strange New Worlds, and the biz behind AI‑generated ads.

Expect raw energy, laughs, and real talk.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:19 Protests and Personal Experiences
02:02 Parenting Philosophies and Childhood Stories
05:19 Critical Thinking and Algo...

We go fully uncut and live for the first time, discussing the power of live content, creative struggles, the future of AI in branding, and how legacy brands can rise (or fail).

We also react to trailers for Fantastic Four, Alien: Earth, and Wicked: For Good.

Checkout the full NO EDIT LIVE BROADCAST here: https://youtube.com/live/rPyky1-ABdI

00:00 Introduction and Going Live
00:20 The Benefits of Live ...

We deep dive into the AI revolution—from marketing and job disruption to influencer collapse and the rise of synthetic content. Is AI creating a digital matrix? Can human creativity survive?

Also, we reacted to the trailers of Gen V Season 2 Trailers and Chief of War Trailers so go check those out!

00:00 Introduction and AI in Marketing
01:49 The Role of AI in Content Creation
06:14 AI's Impact on Social Media ...

We deep dive into Kai Cenat’s Streamer University and how it redefined the content game.

Plus, we hit everything from Tyler Perry’s “Straw” to Marvel’s “Ironheart” and the AI-driven chaos of Murderbot. Pop culture meets pop money every time!

• 00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
• 00:27 Deep Dive into Streaming Culture
• 01:59 Movie Experience and IMAX Discussion
• 07:59 Cruise Vacation and Relaxation
• 09:13 Peaceful Aggression a...

Theo Harvey and Mr. Benja go deep on Star Wars nostalgia, toxic fandom, and how Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) is replacing loyalty in pop culture.

From Andor’s brilliance to the Weapon trailer breakdown and Smashing Machine's Oscar vibes—this one's packed.

00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:35 Mr. Benja's Week: Embracing the Dark Side
04:27 Star Wars Day and Pop Culture References
05:17 Theo's Week: Family,...