Alex Weprin

Covers streaming and agencies. Bylines at hollywoodreporter.com. Desk record: 2 signals cited since August 2026, 2 published. Updated September 9, 2026.

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Brands build in-house studios as Hollywood production dries up

Brands like Nike, Ford and Coca-Cola are funding scripted content and launching in-house studios as TV ad campaigns lose reach. Struggling mid-size production companies are leaning into branded entertainment just to stay in business.

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Disney+ and Hulu bring video podcasts in-house via iHeartMedia deal

Disney is licensing six iHeartMedia video podcasts, including Pod Meets World and Jonas Brothers’ Hey Jonas!, for Disney+ and Hulu. It’s a low-cost way to add fan-community content and companion IP tie-ins to streaming libraries as podcast video grows.

Aug 13