Show vs Business

Show vs Business

By: Theo Harvey | Mr Benja

Language: en-us

Categories: Business

Weekly Pop Culture takes from two different perspectives- a business man and an artist. IRL friends who are ready for battle. 

Episodes

SvB #240 We were SCARRED by these movies | SvB Halloween Special
Oct 27, 2025

Spooky season special! Theo Harvey & Mr. Benja trade the Halloween scares that scarred them—The Thing, Poltergeist, Predator, The Exorcist, Tremors—plus church horror, Gen X Black trauma, and why social-horror like Get Out & Them still haunts us. Cozy jump-scares, real-life dread, and a wild “Primate” trailer chat.

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:11 Childhood Traumas and Scary Movies
01:29 Religious Upbringing and Horror
03:17 Horror's Enduring Popularity
05:15 Personal Experiences with Horror Films
07:52 The Thing and Body Horror
11:34 Poltergeist and Childhood Fears
16:54 Predator and Invisible Fears
20:19 The Exorcist and Religiou...

Duration: 01:06:24
SvB #239 Trump’s “King Trump” AI Video | Monetize the Mess
Oct 20, 2025

We open on Trump’s viral “King Trump” AI slop response to the No More Kings protest, then break down AIDA, “monetize the mess,” AI covers, Ryan Reynolds x Tilly Norwood, Sora drama, the looming AI bubble (Nvidia ↔ OpenAI), audience comments, “Hot Pockets” season, avatars, and a Mercy trailer run-back.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks
00:19 Trump's AI Slop and Political Crassness
01:09 Monetizing Controversy and Political Strategies
08:10 The Role of Media in Politics
15:23 AI Covers and Remix Culture
24:33 AI in Movies and TV: The Future of Fan Fiction
30:02 AI Slop and Social Media...

Duration: 01:19:57
SvB #238 DCU vs MCU: They Just Want to do Stuff but not be Good
Oct 13, 2025

Are the DCU and MCU crashing at the same time? Theo Harvey and Mr. Benja weigh James Gunn’s direction, the Peacemaker S2 finale’s mixed vibes, first reactions to the Wonder Man trailer, and NYCC chatter—asking if “being interesting” beats being good. Smart, funny, no-fluff debate from Show vs Business.

00:00 Introduction and Show Kickoff
00:11 DCU and MCU: Are They Failing?
01:01 NYCC Report and Wonderman Trailer
02:38 Checking In: Personal Updates
05:13 The Creative Process and Challenges
19:41 AI in Creativity and Industry Concerns
25:56 AI's Impact on Hollywood and Business
36:16...

Duration: 01:13:13
SvB #237 Things you should NEVER discuss on a Podcast (We did it anyways)
Oct 06, 2025

We unpack how politics bleeds into entertainment—from Kimmel’s suspension and a swift consumer boycott.

Do facts still matter, or does influence? Plus AI deepfakes, streaming churn, and why audiences now move CEOs.

00:00 Introduction and Hot Topics
00:47 Politics in Entertainment
01:52 Personal Stories and Racial Tensions
07:19 Jimmy Kimmel Controversy
11:23 Boycotts and Consumer Power
15:10 Art and Politics
26:50 James Gunn's Peacemaker and Multiverse
30:22 Exploring the World of Magic City
31:00 Politics in Entertainment
31:31 The Influence of Music and Culture
32:37 Reflections on Social Change
...

Duration: 00:58:08
SvB #236 Tai Lopez Sued for $112 Million...and we STILL LOVE Him!
Sep 29, 2025

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's Guru Influence
03:39 AI in Marketing and Technology Challenges
09:47 The Guru Lifestyle and Its Impact
11:31 Ty Lopez's Business Ventures and Legal Trou...

Duration: 01:15:11
SvB #235 South Park is in TROUBLE
Sep 15, 2025

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?
03:07 Candace Owens and Conservative Influencers
07:58 South Park's History and Cultural Impact
15:51 Comedy and Cancel Culture
27:37 Influencers and Their Stories
35:35 Spotting Influences in Content Creation
36...

Duration: 01:06:35
SvB #234 10 Creative Gems From Hormozi’s Record Book Launch
Sep 08, 2025

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
04:02 Gem 3: Study and Gain Knowledge
05:24 Gem 4: Tell Your Story and Make It Interesting
06:54 Gem 5: Be a Human Shamelessly
08:19 Gem 6: Keep It Simple
10:29 Gem 7: Promote Your Th...

Duration: 00:17:57
SvB #233 Kpop Demon Hunters, Movie of the Year?
Sep 02, 2025

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 Reflection
13:48 AI and Technology in Business
17:58 K-Pop Demon Hunters: A Cultural Impact
35:26 Humorous Banter and Reality TV Ideas Duration: 01:08:28

SvB #232 Unboxing Hormozi’s $6,000 AI and Playbook (Hormozi-verse?)
Aug 25, 2025

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 Influences
09:45 Sales Tactics and Strategies
12:37 The Epic Book Launch
29:38 Unboxing the $6,000 Package
33:35 Unboxing the Binder and Book
34:22 Marketing Tactics and Strategies
36:26 Playbooks and Consulting Insights
46:44 Investment in the Eco...

Duration: 01:33:41
SvB #231 Has Alex Hormozi Peaked? (As well as other Gurus)
Aug 18, 2025

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 Problem in Small Teams
04:16 Prioritizing Tasks and Design Thinking
06:28 Applying Past Experiences to Current Projects
08:59 The Impact of Alex Hermozi's Book Launch
13:41 The Guru Phenomenon and Trust Issues
18:10 AI and the Fut...

Duration: 01:18:37
SvB #230 Do Video Games Finally Work in Movies?
Aug 11, 2025

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 Generational Differences
06:49 Simplification of Modern Games
09:54 Monetization and Streaming in Gaming
16:39 Rise of Streamers and Content Creation
18:13 Streaming as the New Reality TV
33:54 Spor...

Duration: 01:18:06
SvB E229 Superman vs Fantastic Four: 2025 Box-Office Showdown
Aug 04, 2025

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
07:48 Reality TV and Personal Anecdotes
12:05 Marvel and DC: The Future of Superhero Movies
22:31 Chris Brown's Breezy Bowl Tour
30:24 The Attention Economy: Kanye, Trump, and Media Antics<...

Duration: 01:15:38
SvB E228 Why Anime Still Struggles Inside Mainstream America
Jul 28, 2025

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 Impact on Comic-Con
03:38 Teenage Dystopian Craze
04:18 Superhero Fatigue
05:48 Anime's Growing Influence
10:25 South Park's Enduring Popularity
13:52 Anime's Struggle for Mainstream Acceptance
30:56 Live-Action Adaptations and Future of Anime Duration: 01:06:11

SvB E227 Did James Gunn Save Superman? 2025 Review & Breakdown
Jul 21, 2025

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 Review
34:17 Setting Up the DC Universe
35:09 Mr. Terrific's Introduction
35:55 Metamorpho and Kryptonite
37:11 Superman's Alternate Universe Twist
39:03 The Boys and Black Noir
41:06 Superman's Message Reveal
50:07 Crypto the Superdog...

Duration: 01:37:21
SvB E226 We NEED Superman To Succeed!
Jul 14, 2025

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 Superheroes
05:46 The Future of Superhero Movies
11:40 Marvel's Cinematic Universe and Its Impact
15:08 The Mess of Superhero Continuations
15:55 Superman: A Weird Legacy
17:40 Market...

Duration: 00:32:55
SvB E225 Ricco Ross of Beauty in Black and the importance of the Business side of Acting
Jul 07, 2025

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 Future of Entertainment
04:47 Social Media and Self-Promotion
09:12 AI's Impact on the Industry
14:54 Ownership and Intellectual Property
20:04 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

YouTube Vide...

Duration: 00:22:54
SvB E224 Is Hollywood A Thing Of The Past?
Jun 30, 2025

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 Review Bombing
07:42 Hollywood's Struggle with Authenticity and Representation
11:22 The Impact of the Internet on Movie Experiences
14:26 The Business of Hollywood and IP Storytelling
31:01 F1...

Duration: 01:23:06
SvB E223 Juneteenth Fallout, AI Frenzy, Toxic Avenger Laughs Loudly
Jun 23, 2025

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 Productivity and Cognition

08:31 Faceless YouTube Channels and AI Content

12:18 The Evolut...

Duration: 01:30:19
SvB E222 Are we getting Influenced by AI? | Father's Day Special
Jun 16, 2025

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 Algorithms
12:08 Harvard Mindset and Social Dynamics
27:13 Community Building and Entrepreneurship
34:33 Old School Methods and Modern Challenges
34:40 Facebook's $14 Billion AI Investment
35:21 Understanding Scale AI's Role
38:20 AI Hype and Realit...

Duration: 01:36:17
SvB E221 Show vs Business Behind the Scenes | Uncut Version
Jun 09, 2025

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 Streaming
01:45 Challenges and Strategies in Content Creation
05:02 Personal Reflections and Emotional Moments
07:55 The Process of Writing a Book
14:28 Insights from...

Duration: 01:29:49
SvB E220 AI Apocalypse or Opportunity? The Future of Jobs, Influence & Humanity
Jun 02, 2025

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 Algorithms
09:51 AI and the Future of Human Jobs
16:24 The Rise of AI Empires
39:00 AI's Influence on Social Media an...

Duration: 01:17:57
SvB E219 Streamer University BLEW OUR MINDS | Kai Cenat Just Changed the Internet Game BUT...
May 27, 2025

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-Up00:27 Deep Dive into Streaming Culture01:59 Movie Experience and IMAX Discussion07:59 Cruise Vacation and Relaxation09:13 Peaceful Aggression and Focus14:14 Comments and Community Engagement30:43 Introduction to Streamer University30:59 Understanding the Streaming World32:21 Kai Sinat's Stream...

Duration: 01:19:52
SvB E216 May the 4th Star Wars Show
May 05, 2025

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, Work, and Loss
10:30 Comments and Viewer Interaction
10:55 Football, Sacrifice, and Hollywood
15:55 Predator and Video Game Movies
19:47 Sinners: A Controversial Discussion
...

Duration: 01:23:27
SvB E215 What Makes Sinners WORK? The Start of the Coogler Cinematic Universe?
Apr 28, 2025

Theo Harvey and Mr. Benja dive deep into Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, breaking down its emotional impact, religious symbolism, and potential for a full cinematic universe.

Plus: box office success, cultural discussions, and trailer reactions you don’t want to miss!

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap
01:38 Movie Review: Sinners
02:27 Revenge of the Sith: A Nostalgic Revisit
12:14 Comment Corner: Superman and DCU
15:21 Box Office Analysis: Sinners
31:40 Cultural and Religious Themes in Sinners
45:12 Post-Credit Scene Reactions
45:20 Kugler's Cinematic Universe
45:42 Black Music and Cultural Roots
47:08 Vampires and Blac...

Duration: 01:21:38
SvB E214 The Trailer Wars is REAL, Who Won???
Apr 21, 2025

Theo and Mr. Benja dive into five trailer reactions today and a bit about comment corner.

Fantastic Four, Superman Behind the Scenes, Thunderbolts, Andor Season 2, and Jordan Peele’s chilling football horror film.....

From hype to hesitation, they break down what worked, what didn’t, and what has them curious for more.

Real reactions. No BS.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:10 All-Nighter Productivity
03:16 Movie Talk: Sinners
05:24 Epic Universe Theme Park Review
13:59 Comic Corner: Megan 2.0 Trailer
27:30 Fantastic Four Trailer Reaction
40:54 Thunderbolts Trailer Reaction
43:23 Anal...

Duration: 01:13:15
SvB E213 We Need MORE Minecraft Movie Madness
Apr 14, 2025

From AI therapy confessions to chaotic Minecraft movie screenings and a surprise love for Megan 2.0, Theo and Mr. Benja break down how movies are evolving.

Dive into why theaters need gimmicks, what Megan’s TikTok dance means, and the future of interactive storytelling.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:12 AI Therapy and Focus Challenges
03:12 AI's Role in Personal and Professional Life
05:13 Black Mirror and AI Relationships
08:27 Entertainment Therapy and Anime
15:10 Sports Talk: Lakers and Basketball
17:24 Obsessions and Professional Success
20:19 Community Feedback an...

Duration: 01:13:25
SvB E212 Blame Everything Wrong On Joe Rogan
Apr 07, 2025

Join us as we dive deep into the wild week that was—from NCAA Final Four drama and NIL payouts to the cultural wave sparked by Netflix’s Adolescence. 

We debate Joe Rogan’s real influence, the evolution of Hollywood, SNL’s viral moment, and whether micro-dramas and short-form content are the new frontier. 

Plus: trailer reactions, Comic Corner, and spicy opinions on today’s media landscape.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:17 Morning Routine Adjustments
01:57 Basketball Madness: NCAA Final Four
05:03 The Business of College Sports
15:25 Netflix's Viral Show 'Adoles...

Duration: 01:13:18
SvB E211 Disney Won’t Tell You, But They’re ENDING The MCU
Mar 31, 2025

Is Marvel's Phase Six a reboot or a desperate last gasp? 
Theo and Mr. Benja break down Disney’s wild Avengers Doomsday marketing stunt, cast reveals, RDJ’s return as Doom, and whether the MCU is still alive—or officially on life support.

Plus, we have Art vs AI (Miyazaki is in this), fitness, and discussing future selves.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
00:11 Living in the Future: A New Mindset
01:47 Pushup Challenge and Fitness Goals
02:48 Future Self and Imagination
05:20 Travel Tales and Reflections
06:45 Comment Corner: Fantastic Four Trailer...

Duration: 01:11:51
SvB E210 Oscars Go Woke? Snow White, Mandates & Backlash | Show vs Business
Mar 24, 2025

Theo and Mr. Benja break down the Oscars' new diversity mandates, explore the backlash around Snow White, and debate whether “woke” rules help or hurt creativity in Hollywood.

From Rachel Zegler’s controversy to the rise of inclusive casting—this is Show vs Business at its most real.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
01:29 New York Adventures and Insights
06:35 Broadway Experiences and Musicals
15:31 March Madness and College Basketball
24:26 Comment Corner and Viewer Reactions
31:43 Foundation Series Plot Twists
34:12 Oscar Eligibility Controversy
50:52 Snow White and Wokeness Debate
57:2...

Duration: 01:10:07
SvB E209 Streams of Shock, Betrayals, Black Belts, and Blockbuster Trailers
Mar 17, 2025

Join us as we break down the week, from father-son milestones to pop culture betrayals.

We discuss a bit about AI and the Algorithm, and deep dives into must-watch TV shows and Movies.

Plus, fresh reactions to trailers for Black Mirror Series 7, Lilo & Stitch Live-Action, and the high-speed F1 movie.

Is Disney's latest remake a billion-dollar hit?


00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:55 Father-Son Achievements
03:09 Karate Memories...

Duration: 00:49:20
SvB E208 Artificial Intelligence can now OWN YOU for $20,000
Mar 10, 2025

Is AI evolving too fast for us to keep up? We dive deep into the latest AI breakthroughs, from OpenAI’s $20K/month AI agents to the growing influence of algorithms shaping our thoughts.
Plus, we discuss Grok vs. ChatGPT, AI's role in media, and how it's replacing search engines. Are we still in control, or has AI already taken over?

Also, we did some Reaction on a couple of Trailers, The Last of Us Season 2 and HAVOC.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
01:15 Daredevil Born Again Review
03:15 Arcane Season 2: A Di...

Duration: 01:15:02
SvB E207 Is the Star Wars Franchise DOOMED?
Mar 03, 2025

Kathleen Kennedy is out of Lucasfilm! 

We break down her impact, the Star Wars sequels controversy, and what’s next for the franchise. 

Plus, an in-depth reaction to the Andor Season 2 trailer, Oscars discussion, and the latest Trump media storm. 

Don’t miss this packed episode of Show vs Business!

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:51 Vegas Adventures and Observations
06:24 Pen and Sock Obsession
09:18 YouTube Success with Kendrick Lamar Short
17:41 Oscars and Award Shows Discussion
31:03 Trump and Zelensky Meeting Drama Duration: 01:01:09

SvB E206 The Doge Twins Madness! (Trump and Musk)
Feb 24, 2025

In this episode, Theo and Mr. Benja catch up on wild weekly adventures—from freezing Michigan weather and nostalgic gaming to corporate shake-ups like Amazon’s James Bond deal.

Discussions around the Doge twins of Trump and Musk, a couple of Trailer Reactions right at the end and more!

Tune-in on this Fire Episode!

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:41 Surviving the Cold in Michigan
03:29 Nostalgia for XCOM UFO Defense
04:35 Cobra Kai and Invincible Discussion
14:35 Amazon Acquires James Bond
19:55 Tech vs. Business Mindsets
30:22 Rockstar Games and Debu...

Duration: 01:02:41
SvB E205 The Black History Halftime Show (Kendrick, AI, How to Train Your Dragon, Thunderbolts*)
Feb 18, 2025

Theo and Mr.Benja does an in-depth analysis on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show which sparked major debates on symbolism, culture, and controversy.

We break down the performance, its hidden messages, the Drake diss, and the reactions.
Plus, a deep dive into Thunderbolts and How to Train Your Dragon trailers, AI advancements, and pop culture shifts.

Is this the boldest halftime show ever?

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
00:48 LA Weather and Driving Woes
01:49 Valentine's Day Recap
02:25 Movie Review: Captain America: Brave New World
04:17 Black Hi...

Duration: 01:24:06
SvB E204 Welcome to the Super Bowl Show! (and more)
Feb 10, 2025

Super Bowl hype meets NBA trade madness as we dive into the latest sports, music, and business trends.

From Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show to Ye’s wild antics, plus Netflix’s 2025 lineup and the future of advertising.

Can the Super Bowl outshine NBA drama? Tune in for the ultimate breakdown!

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:06 Weekly Recap: Super Bowl Hype and Personal Updates
00:55 Luka Donchik Trade Shocks the NBA
04:15 Balancing Work and Fun: Anime and Relaxation
06:14 Basketball Anime and Family Activities
11...

Duration: 01:20:20
SvB E203 Deepseek AI is CAUSING TROUBLE
Feb 03, 2025

DeepSeek AI shakes up the industry, igniting a new AI arms race between China and the U.S. Meanwhile, Hollywood embraces AI anxiety with horror films like Sinners, a Period Horror Film by Ryan Coogler.

Plus, Superman's latest trailer stirs controversy, and we explore the evolving nature of consumerism, entrepreneurship, and human relationships in the digital age.

Buckle up, this is going to be a fire episode!

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Reflections
00:13 Deep Dive into Journaling and Self-Reflection
06:57 Intentionality and Affirmations<...

Duration: 00:51:20
SvB E202 Trump's Political Impact will be HUGE
Jan 27, 2025

In this Episode, We are going a bit political (we're not a Political Podcast, we promise) and dive into the changing dynamics of pop culture and politics.

Exploring the role of YouTube influencers, the impact of Trump's executive orders, the backlash against woke culture, and the rise of edgy comedic commentary.

Will this be a good thing or a bad thing?

00:00 Intro
01:10 Inauguration and Political Commentary
02:40 Secret YouTube Watches
05:53 Deep Dives and Obsessions
17:21 Trump's Executive Orders
27:25 Debating Transgender Terminology
28:35 Trump's Influence on YouTube
29:08 Shift in...

Duration: 00:49:42
SvB E201 TikTok Isn’t Really Gone
Jan 21, 2025

This a hot week for Show vs Business!

TikTok got banned (sorta?), Disney Trailer reactions, Squid Game Season 2 reactions, AI being pushed aggressively, and more!

Seat back, pop a can and let's get into it!

00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter
01:14 New Year Resolutions and Personal Growth
08:25 Squid Game Season 2 Review
17:23 AI Innovations and Market Impact
26:40 TikTok Ban and Social Media Alternatives
32:50 Exploring Redbook and Lemon8
33:24 TikTok's Cultural Exchange
34:38 Concerns Over Data Privacy
36:16 Famous Goodbyes: TikTok and Beyond
38:33 Nostalgia: Disney Vault and McRib
41:40 Tech...

Duration: 01:01:57
SvB E200 California is Burning and Social Media Goes Crazy!
Jan 13, 2025

The 200th Episode of Show vs Business!

We are going to dive deep into the devastating LA fires, reflecting on the real-life impact of natural disasters on communities and content creation. 

They discuss the emotional weight of these events, the evolving role of influencers in shaping narratives, and how platforms like Meta are making controversial moves around free speech and content moderation. 

From Zuck’s strategy to TikTok’s potential ban, they explore the shifting landscape of social media, digital influence, and resilience in uncertain times. Join us for insights, laughs, and a cele...

Duration: 01:10:39
SvB E199 2025, The Year AI Dominates the Market!
Jan 06, 2025

Discover how AI is reshaping 2025 across all industries. 

We delve into its influence on healthcare innovations, military tech advancements, AI-generated movies, virtual influencers, social media dynamics, and digital rights protection. Explore ethical challenges, creative possibilities, and futuristic scenarios shaping our world.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:11 Reflecting on the Future
03:13 AI and Technological Shifts
11:45 Time Blocking and Productivity Hacks
14:50 AI Licensing and Digital Rights
20:28 Hollywood Gossip and Movie Promotions
25:02 DC Studios Updates
28:52 Music Spotlight: Doechii and Charlie XCX
33:27 Charlie's Comeback and Community Leverage
34:53 AI's Impact on H...

Duration: 01:10:02
SvB E198 Predicting what will happen in 2025: Movies, AI, Social Media to the next level!
Dec 30, 2024

New Year's Close! Step into 2025 as Theo and Mr. Benja unravel the trends and predictions that's shaping pop culture, technology, and business. 

From AI-powered tools integrating into daily life to sports streaming dominating global audiences, discover the future of entertainment and its challenges. 

Dive into insights on superhero movies, gaming crossovers, OnlyFans monetization, and the evolving guru economy. 

Stay ahead of the curve and Tune-in!

00:00 Introduction and New Season Kickoff
01:27 Holiday Reflections and Family Time
03:08 New Year Resolutions and Personal Growth
13:58 Superhero Movies in 2025
24:14 The Future of...

Duration: 01:15:31
SvB E197 United Healthcare's System Broken Beyond Repair?
Dec 23, 2024

In this episode of Show vs. Business, we dive deep into the ongoing United Healthcare's Issue.

From denied insurance claims to public outrage, they unpack the economic misalignments, social media reactions, and potential reforms.
With real-world insights and thought-provoking discussions, this is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of modern healthcare.

Join us as we reflect on the year, explore holiday memories, dive into healthcare frustrations, discuss influencers, AI, and content creation, and wrap up with insights into social media and insurance trends.

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business<...

Duration: 00:55:10
SvB E196 Broicism is here and it's CHANGING the Tech World
Dec 16, 2024

Ever thought about how Stoicism and bro culture go hand in hand?
In this episode, we dive into the "chill guy" mindset and how ancient philosophy lines up with today’s memes.

Plus, we talk about everything from Kendrick Lamar’s Toronto tour, Cobra Kai, Star Wars, Media, Technology, Taylor Swift and more!

00:00 Introduction and Current Events
02:17 Reflecting on Life and Podcasting
07:02 Cobra Kai and Streaming Content
11:37 Star Wars and Media Representation
19:40 Historical Perspectives and Content Consumption
26:38 Music and Artistic Evolution
31:20 Kendrick Lamar's Toronto Tour Announcement
32:32 Rick...

Duration: 01:10:46
SvB E195 Moana 2 is getting A LOT of Bad Reviews....(Disney's still making Money on it though)
Dec 09, 2024

It's been a Crazy year but we do have a few Thanksgiving aka Holiday Films that came out recently and 2 movies that stood out, Wicked and Moana 2 with Moana 2 already a blockbuster hit with a record breaking pre-sale tickets of $18.9M (beating out Inside Out 2) despite the reviewers on youtube trashing on the film, it's still making Money and Disney is happy about that.

We have more in-store in this special episode of Show vs Business so stick around and tune-in!

00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:09 Holiday Movies Breakdown
04:51 The State of Theaters and...

Duration: 00:34:23
SvB 2024 Predictions we got WRONG and the ones we got RIGHT
Dec 02, 2024

2024 is almost ending and we are reflecting on how the year has been for us, throwback from all the tech talk, influencers, politics, gaming, streaming and more!

These are what went WRONG and what went RIGHT for us.

Join us on this special episode on what went right and what went wrong this 2024.

00:00 Intro
00:29 Reflecting on the Past Year
02:18 The Rise of Podcast Gurus
06:19 Kai Cenat and the Streaming Revolution
14:07 Influencers and Traditional Celebrities
16:17 AI and Tech Innovations
22:46 Political Landscape and Media Influence
25:57 The Future...

Duration: 00:58:02
SvB E193 Zuck ADDING Ads, is he p*mping us?
Nov 25, 2024

Rumors suggest that Zuck is adding Ads on Threads next year, the question is, how aggressive those ads are gonna be? Chill Guy Meme is EXPLODING right now and we are chill about it because Theo and Mr.Benja are both Chill guys.

We have more in-store so sit back, relax and tune-in!

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:27 The HBCU Classic Experience
06:02 Navigating HBCU Events
12:13 Affirmations and Personal Growth
13:59 The Chill Guy Meme
18:24 Threads and Social Media Ads
20:49 Google's Challenges and AI Integration
21:38 Google's Browser Battle
21:52 Meta's...

Duration: 00:44:47
SvB Ep192 Tyson showed off his ASSets
Nov 18, 2024

Tyson vs Paul was a disaster and our search for realness continues in this Episode of Show vs Business.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-Up
01:15 The Vibe of Fakeness and Real Experiences
02:27 Travel Tales: Detroit Adventures
03:10 Movie Review: The Apprentice
08:18 Finding Flow and Productivity Hacks
19:55 Philosophical Musings on Community and AI
22:10 The Tyson vs. Paul Fight Breakdown
29:00 The Rise of a Fighter
29:57 The Misaligned Interests in Boxing
31:18 The Legacy of Mike Tyson
34:43 The Future of Live Sports Streaming
39:11 Disney's Earnings and Future Prospects
44:19 The Influence of...

Duration: 00:55:52
SvB Ep191 Two Woke Bros Go for Trump…Maybe
Nov 12, 2024

Post-Election Reflections and we're out here discussing the Results from Different Demographics, breaking down what happened, how it happened and what could have been done to make things better and of course, how this election will affect businesses moving forward.

Election aside, we also have a bit of discussion on Entertainment and Nostalgia.

So sit back because this is going to be a spicy episode brought to you by TheRealTheoHarvey and Mr.Benja!


00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:37 Post-Election Reflections
04:02 Nostalgia Movie Night
06:37 Quincy Jones: A Legendary...

Duration: 01:08:10
SvB Ep190 Who's the Next Batman Villain to get an HBO Live-Action Adaptation?
Nov 04, 2024

For this week, we're gonna be touching a bit about the Elections and the Business Lessons we can take from it, Tyler Perry news, Batman talks and more!

This is rather a light episode but still packed with insights and information so kick back and tune-in!

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:42 Nashville Trip Highlights
02:43 Election Season Insights
11:09 AI in Media and Entertainment
27:10 Corporations as Personalities
32:09 Wendy's Struggles and Business Decisions
34:46 Tyler Perry: Artist or Businessman?
36:46 Tyler Perry's Content and Audience
43:06 Batman Villains: Who Deserves a Series?
53:56...

Duration: 00:59:43
SvB Ep189 The Spirit of Halloween is MONEY
Oct 28, 2024

This week, we have a Halloween Special for you. We also have a special guest as we dive further into the many aspects of Halloween from Business to Pop Culture.
From Horror Movies, Costumes, a bit of news on Marvel and DC, and more!

Sit back, Relax and Tune-in as this is going to be a good one!

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:28 Halloween Season and Special Guest Pete
01:40 Halloween Traditions and Changes
05:41 Halloween Spending and Decorations
08:51 Popular Halloween Costumes Predictions
15:35 Horror Movie Genres and Trends
23:05 Marvel's...

Duration: 01:13:00
SvB Ep188 Elon Musk has TOO MUCH Power on his hands
Oct 21, 2024

We are back with a Fresh Episode. Updates on Hurricane Helene from Theo (Personal Story), Elon Musk has TOO MUCH POWER, Gen-Z Rant by Mr.Benja, and more!

Sit back, Pop a Can or two because this is going to be a good one!

00:00 Introduction and Catch-Up
00:44 Hurricane Update: Theo's Experience
14:02 Comic Con Highlights and Pop Culture
25:05 Horror Movies and New Releases
27:38 Horror Movie Talk: Terrifier 3
29:25 Holiday Movie Season: Halloween vs. Christmas
31:29 Billionaires and the Anti-Woke University
37:07 Elon Musk's Latest Ventures
50:44 Gen Z in the Workforce<...

Duration: 00:57:39
SvB Ep187 (Special Episode) Disney getting Sued, Rawdogging, Pop Culture and Business Talk, and more!
Oct 14, 2024

This week, we look at a special Episode of Show vs Business where we throwback the best moments and highlights in the past couple of months.

Full Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:11 Disney's Legal Battles and Controversies
02:17 The Exclusive World of Disney's Club 33
07:56 The DirectTV and Disney Dispute
17:00 The Art of Cold Calling and Sales Strategies
26:15 Celebrating Batman Day and Superhero Culture
32:20 The Penguin TV Show: A New Take on Gotham's Underworld
39:01 The In-Flight Challenge: A New Trend
40:00 The Quest for Modern Challenges
42:04 Gaming and...

Duration: 01:28:03
SvB Ep186 Open AI's Making A TON of Money—Is AI scamming us?
Oct 07, 2024

Open AI may have started 9 years ago as a company but it only went to full effect during the pandemic and now, they're making a truckload of money.
The big question is, was it all a big scam?

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:25 Upcoming Events and AI Discussion
01:32 Movie Reviews: The Good Robot and Joker Sequel
04:06 The Art of Filmmaking and Audience Reception
10:48 Masterminds and Personal Development
17:03 The Flow State and Productivity
22:03 Balancing Work and Leisure
24:15 Batman: Caped Crusader and Comic Book Adaptations
28:22 Batman and Gotham Series...

Duration: 00:59:07
SvB Ep185 Sick of the Lies, Lies, and Lies
Sep 30, 2024

Isn’t there a lot of lying going on? Alex Jones Lied on Sandy Hook. Diddy Lied on Partiers. The Lust Goddess game Lied on us (Benja at least). Trump Lied on politics. Epstein Lied on islands. Sony Lied on Concord numbers. Loren Lorosa lied on the Breakfast Club. We’re calling everyone liars. Except us. We are honest…allegedly. And yes, there’s a happy ending. But not that kind of happy ending. We'd be liars if we said that…allegedly.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Highlights
01:12 Hurricane Escape Adventure
05:40 Theo's Movie Corner
11:29...

Duration: 00:57:29
SvB Ep184 Diddy is in trouble...AGAIN
Sep 23, 2024

One of the craziest headlines from last week! Diddy with serious allegations and charges against him and he's dropping names along the way! Inside Out 2 was a wholesome movie but the toxic process of creating it got revealed, The Penguin TV Show is out but where's Batman? and more so sit back, relax and enjoy this week's episode!

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:38 Celebrating Milestones and Nostalgia
04:26 Sales Strategies and Cold Calling
07:43 Persistence in Career and Networking
13:55 Editing and Creative Process
14:50 Inside Out 2 Controversy
21:51 Diddy Scandal and Industry Corruption<...

Duration: 00:55:06
SvB Ep183 Sex, Lies, and Social Media
Sep 16, 2024

Disclaimer: The Shannon Sharpe clip is at the very end, but in the spirit of online lies, we used it as a thumbnail. Anywaaaaay, Jay-Z and company picked Kendrick Lamar for the Super Bowl, Nicki Minaj got mad, Disney is in litigation with Club 33 members. Cable is trying to stay alive for some reason. And we remember a few people that have passed recently, including James Earl Jones.

00:00 Introduction to Show vs. Business
00:25 Hot Topics of the Week
01:36 Debate Highlights: Kamala vs. Trump
02:28 The Art of Debating
04:37 Political Memes and Internet Shenanigans<...

Duration: 01:00:29
SvB Ep182 Breaking FAKE. We Can Maintain Realness In Media And Expose Fakers
Sep 09, 2024

What is the Dead Internet Theory? Is there a shed of realness into it? NFL is back and it's better than ever and the Super Bowl Halftime show performer just got announced! Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is out! The sequel to Tim Burton's 1988 Beetlejuice, is it any good? and more!

Tune-in and see what are the latest news and trends for this week! You don't want to miss this!

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:13 The Rise of Fakeness in Society
01:15 Beetlejuice Sequel Review
04:15 Nostalgia and Pop Culture
11:03 Heatwave and Recording Challenges
13:33 NFL Season...

Duration: 00:58:42
SvB Ep181 Mr.Beast will Survive with his Money, Influencer Money on YouTube is OFF the ROOF!
Sep 03, 2024

Influencer Money is taking over…kinda. Gurus Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy are onto something about being unbothered. Charli XCX’s in Roblox, Master P’s collaborating with The Business Bully. Boyce Watkins plays Call of Duty, Angel Reese is making waves. Nostalgia and combining IPs can lead to success. Beetlejuice on Hot Ones. Jenna Ortega and Elon Musk getting AI faked and deepfaked. Who’s making money on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch? And of course we talk about a couple podcasters like Call Her Daddy.

00:00 Introduction to Show vs Business
01:16 Revisiting Old TV Shows Duration: 00:58:38

SvB Ep180 Star Wars Acolyte got cancelled, Men are Raw dogging their flights, what's happening??
Aug 26, 2024

The Acolyte was canceled. Do you care? But do you raw dog your flights? Why are men doing that?

00:00 Introduction and Current Events
00:54 Theo's Family Celebration
01:36 Documenting Family History
04:52 Raw Dogging Flights
06:54 Challenges and Accomplishments
11:50 Comic Con Adventures
13:57 Nerd Culture Convergence
21:28 The Sisyphus Mindset: Embracing the Journey
22:40 The Cancellation of 'The Acolyte': A Deep Dive
23:31 Star Wars Fandom: Divided Opinions
25:51 The Future of Star Wars: New Directions and Challenges
32:57 Political Marketing: The DNC Roll Call
35:43 The Evolution of Political Campaigns
38:12 Kamala Harris: A...

Duration: 00:43:22
SvB Ep179 Raygun Playing People for Fools + What Disney Hid At D23
Aug 19, 2024

It has been a week since the Olympics concluded but Raygun is still the talk of the town with her very unique performance in the breakdancing competition AND much more. Disney is hiding something at D23 and we’re going to discuss it here.

Grab a cup of tea, sit back, relax because this is going to be a jam packed episode.


00:00 Introduction and Show Overview
00:51 Disney's D23 and Upcoming Projects
02:05 The Umbrella Academy: A Deep Dive
11:27 Interstellar and Time Perception
16:21 The Alien Franchise and Its Legacy
20:47 Ka...

Duration: 01:03:45
SvB Ep178 The 2024 Paris Olympics is a Wrap and Snoop Dogg made BANK!
Aug 12, 2024

As the 2024 Paris Olympics closes out, We now Prepare for the 2028 LA Olympics. Snoop Dogg got paid the big bucks in Paris and is reportedly getting paid again for 2028 LA, Track and Field Highlights and Streaming Services Troubles!

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Highlights
00:52 Theo's New York Adventure
05:37 Book Recommendations and Personal Growth
10:09 Celebrating Milestones and YouTube Journey
17:13 Snoop Dogg's Olympic Payday
22:32 Black Women Dominating the Olympics
24:46 Cash Prizes and Athlete Branding
25:34 The Pressure of Olympic Training
27:25 Track and Field Highlights
30:41 Inspiring Olympic Stories
37:23 Streaming Services Rundown
46:12...

Duration: 00:49:36
SvB Ep177 Comic-Con aftermath and Paris Olympics are heating up!
Aug 05, 2024

The Comic-Con aftermath is still in effect, 2024 Paris Olympics still underway and many athletes are winning Gold, Some MCU Updates, Meta and AI updates, and many more!

00:00 Introduction and Comic Con Aftermath
01:23 New Batman Series Discussion
06:20 M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' Movie Review
11:08 Nostalgia and Personal Development
15:42 Olympics Highlights and Peacock Streaming
29:30 Olympic Fashion Highlights
34:17 Global Representation in Track Events
35:47 Celebrating First-Time Medalists
38:48 Sponsorships and Celebrity Involvement
42:26 Comic-Con Predictions and Marvel's Future
43:46 Marvel's Upcoming Projects
57:23 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts


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Duration: 00:58:24
SvB Ep176 Flipping Over Deadpool Wolverine and Comic Con
Jul 29, 2024

Deadpool & Wolverine! Comic Con! The Olympics! The Election! And TV! A lot coming through the pipe, so we called in Pacing Pete to add to the mix. What news from the week got you hyped?

00:00 Robert Downey Jr. Returns to the MCU
00:58 Comic Con Season and Pop Culture Highlights
03:10 Olympics and International Sports Talk
10:05 US Election Updates and Media Impact
24:26 Marvel's Future and Avengers Doomsday
38:11 Casting Speculations for Fantastic Four
38:54 Marvel's Track Record and Future Hopes
39:11 Challenges of Making Fantastic Four Work
41:06 Thunderbolts and Captain America Discussions
43:02...

Duration: 01:50:23
SvB Ep175 Tyler Perry’s Zero Percent Rotten Tomatoes Score
Jul 22, 2024

Summer is here and we talk about some books we like. How Tyler Perry got a 0% Rotten Tomato Score? Emmy Nominations include X-Men ‘97. Why’d the Russo’s get called back for more Avengers movies? How does The Acolyte stand up to other Star Wars shows?

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:18 Gary V and Advertising Insights
01:20 Facebook Ads and Marketing Lessons
04:57 Understanding Your Audience
10:48 Negotiation Tactics from Chris Voss
14:56 Fun Media Recommendations
19:23 Emmy Nominations and TV Highlights
27:35 Controversy Surrounding X-Men's Future
28:30 The Russo Brothers Return to Marvel
32...

Duration: 00:54:44
SvB Ep174 AI Is Overhyped, Disney Won’t Save Us. Guess We’ll Just Wait For More Kendrick Lamar
Jul 15, 2024

Ai is overhyped. Disney isn’t doing that great with Star Wars and Marvel.
Joe Rogan is still weird. But Kendrick Lamar is doing great. What’d we miss?

00:00 Introduction and Summer Vibes
00:21 AI Hype and Reality Check
02:18 AI's Future and Limitations
17:55 Political Commentary: Joe Biden's Struggles
26:43 Kendrick Lamar's Impact on Compton
27:44 Hip Hop Dominance: Kendrick Lamar's Impact
28:44 The Challenge of Outshining the Best
31:48 Nostalgia in Movies: Hits and Misses
33:38 The Passion Behind Great TV Shows
41:11 Marvel and Star Wars: Current State
48:03 Joe Rogan and Repr...

Duration: 00:53:58
SvB Ep173 They Really NOT LIKE US
Jul 08, 2024

Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” a timely social event.
We’ve also got the Presidential election, The Acolyte, The Boys, and the Streaming Wars to contend with.

We’re in interesting times for sure.
There’s a lot of contention above and under the surface.

That’s what makes this era so important.
Will Theo and Mr Benja live through it all?


00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:10 Summertime Beef and Kendrick Lamar
00:59 4th of July Reflections and Grill Mishaps
04:48 Social Media and the Quest for Rele...

Duration: 00:54:24
SvB Ep172 The State of Movies and Television (A Solo Episode Special with Theo Harvey)
Jul 01, 2024

Mr.Benja is out so it's a solo Episode for Theo BUT we still have a jam packed episode for this week.

The State of Movies and Television in 2024 is NOT looking hot as Theo discusses the why's and the role of many factors that played into the downfall of Movies and TV, post-pandemic.

00:00 Introduction and Solo Episode Announcement
00:40 The Decline of the Movie Industry
02:39 Changing Media Consumption Habits
04:53 Impact of Strikes and Streaming on Movies
06:59 AI's Role in the Future of Entertainment
10:20 The State of Television
11:47 Netflix's...

Duration: 00:50:36
SvB Ep171 Juneteenth 2024 w/ Kendrick and Friends
Jun 24, 2024

JUNETEENTH 2024 was big. The holiday has been getting more attention in the past several years, and it seems like this was the most relevant one yet. Kendrick vs Drake was WAY more than just a disagreement. 

It goes to the soul of hip hop and black American culture. And what is Amandla Stenberg doing releasing a diss track? 

00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business
00:10 Juneteenth Reflections and Celebrations
02:46 Mastery of Modern Day Marketing
03:01 Maker Mode vs Manager Mode
13:01 Juneteenth: A Historical Perspective
26:19 Kendrick Lamar's Juneteenth Concert
40:34 Reggie Jackson's Spicy Ju...

Duration: 01:26:34
SvB Ep170 Star Wars and Apple Fanboys on Deck
Jun 17, 2024

Star Wars Acolyte discussions get heated / Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT has pissed off Elon and others. Is it a security risk or the best thing ever? / Also, Mr Beast is making more money than we thought. We investigate the numbers. / Tubi is beating most other streamers with “ghetto” content like Blacks and UFOs.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:13 Vegas Adventures and Reflections
05:24 Dan Sullivan's Fascinating Philosophy
13:57 Star Wars Acolyte and Fandom Reactions
28:10 Streaming Services: Tubi and Freevi
29:47 Exploring Tubi's Movie Collection
30:17 Tubi's Surprising Viewer Numbers
31:09 Fox's Influence on Tubi
...

Duration: 00:56:29
SvB: Ep169 Too Many People To Keep Up With
Jun 10, 2024

We’re halfway through 2024 and there are plenty of things to watch and plenty of people to talk about. But is it too message heavy? Too woke? The Boys and The Acolyte may let us know. Either way, there are too many people to keep up with in this social media world. In fact, there’s even a Ukrainian YouTuber named Olga Loiek that got cloned by Russia. This is the new propaganda.

00:00 Introduction and Current Events Overview
01:52 The Big Bang Theory: A Comfort Show
05:07 The State of Star Wars
12:40 Challenges in the Crea...

Duration: 00:54:49
SvB: Ep168 We are total disgusted with the Summer Movies this year
Jun 03, 2024

Mr.Benja and Theo talks about Movie Madness for June and it's official, Summertime is here and are you ready to take on the heat?

Sit back, relax and tune-in on this episode!

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:23 Summer Activities and Family Life
02:54 Conferences and Reunions
06:20 Nostalgia and Gaming Memories
08:04 Creative Outlets and Productivity
12:30 The Attention Economy and Influencers
25:31 AI and the Future of Content Creation
30:13 Nostalgic Movie Memories
31:49 The Decline of Movie Theaters
33:18 Hollywood's Desperate Marketing Tactics
34:56 The Popcorn Bucket Craze<...

Duration: 00:56:30
SvB: Ep167 The Internet is too Small for AI
May 28, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, have another banger episode.
Kai Cenat and Kevin Hart are together in a stream, Scarlett Johansson’s voice being impersonated and all things about AI and it's heating up.

Sit back, relax and tune-in on this episode for all things hot for this week

Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

Looking to...

Duration: 00:55:44
SvB: Ep166 AI Influencers are going VIRAL, The coming “Bundle Wars", and Chat GPT 4.0
May 20, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss this week's story lines from the recent Bundle news from Disney+ and HBO Max, AI Influencers are a thing and they are now going VIRAL, and Chat GPT 4.0, what's new with this?

Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

Looking to start your own podcast ? 

The guys give their equipment go...

Duration: 00:56:10
SvB: Ep165 Tom Brady Roasted and Disney is making moves
May 13, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the latest update on Kendrick vs Drake and our insight on it, Tom Brady getting roasted, Disney's about to collaborate with other big streaming companies, and more!


Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.


Looking to start your own podcast ? 


The guys give th...

Duration: 00:56:51
SvB: Ep164 Rap Attack Kendrick & Drake Beef escalates plus the Phantom Menace @25
May 06, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss Phantom Menace at 25 years, Anik Sengal releases “Don’t Say That” book, Rap Beefs, the latest on AI and our weekly rant.

This is a special one so grab a coffee, sit back and tune-in!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys gi...

Duration: 00:55:25
SvB: Ep163 Gurus on Demand, AI is now hiring people, Status of the MCU now that X-Men is here
Apr 29, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja will be talking about the importance of Gurus and you probably need one, AI is now hiring (Irony on this one), MCU with X-Men and more!

Grab some coffee, sit back, relax and tune-in, this gonn' be a good one!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

Duration: 00:54:25

SvB: Ep162 J Cole Diss Season, Tesla Cyber Trucks being Recalled, AI Dystopia
Apr 22, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja will be talking about AI Dystopia, Tesla Cyber trucks getting recalled, The changes in the Social Media landscape, J Cole Diss Season and more!

Grab some coffee or tea and tune-in, this will be a good one!

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SvB: Ep161 X-Men '97 Updates, CinemaCon, and some Marketing Discussion
Apr 15, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja will be talking about X-Men '97, a discussion thread on CinemaCon and some Marketing Discussion from the two gentlemen!

A chill episode indeed so go grab some coffee or tea and tune-in!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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Duration: 00:54:07
SvB: Ep160 Lizzo is quitting the industry? a proxy battle within Disney HQ, your favorite Guru's in town!
Apr 08, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja will be talking about AI battles that are happening with the big dogs like YouTube and OpenAI, a Disney Proxy battle? Lizzo quitting the industry and more!

This is a good one so relax and tune-in!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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Duration: 00:55:01
SvB: Ep159 Gen-Z slang is hard to understand, Streaming Wars Update, Acolyte on Disney+
Apr 01, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja has a special one, talks about how difficult it is to understand the Gen-Z slang, Acolyte on Disney+, Streaming Wars Update, Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison, and more!

This is going to be a good episode, an Easter special.

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

Duration: 00:54:29
SvB: Ep158 X-Men '97 is back! Disney making more moves, Poohniverse is a thing
Mar 25, 2024

This week at Show vs Business, @the_real_theo_harvey and @mrbenja talks about the revival of X-Men from the 90's with a very special guest, Dr.Chris.

Tune-in on this fire episode as this is going to be a 3-way panel discussion filled with hot takes and insights.

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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Duration: 00:55:01
SvB: Ep157 The TikTok Ban and what we know so far, Is the Oscar's still Relevant?
Mar 18, 2024

Today, @the_real_theo_harvey comes back from his week-long spring break vacation ,and now, the boys are back at it with another fire episode together with @mrbenja.

The TikTok Ban is getting hotter by the day, will it finally materialize? What's the next new video platform for Americans to use just in case TikTok does get Banned? The Oscars are done, awesome winners but, is it still relevant? and many more!

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SvB: Ep156 Meta x Instagram was out and everyone FREAKED OUT, News on Fallout Amazon
Mar 11, 2024

Today, @mrbenja is holding down the fort as @the_real_theo_harvey is absent for this episode but nonetheless, we have a fire episode for you. 
Mr.Benja will be covering the Meta x IG outage last week which caused a surge of users going to X aka Twitter, YouTube, and what caused it, a few update trailers, specifically Fallout from Amazon, Sports Illustrated Terminating people, a Segment about Dave Chappelle , and many more!

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SvB: Ep155 Dune Part two is out, Avatar Live Action Deep dive, Podcast is STILL BIG
Mar 04, 2024

@mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week. Avatar Live Action, a week after its release, is it good? Dune Part Two is out, Podcast is still huge, and many more!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: Ep154 Theo talks about Avatar Netflix, Influencer Era dying? Mr.Benja's thoughts on The Boys: Gen V
Feb 26, 2024

@mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week and circle back to old talks and entertainment. Avatar Live Action, is it good or bad? Hear it first from Theo, The Influencer era is dying down?...or is it? Mr.Benja has something to say about Gen V, the boys spinoff and many more!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started r...

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SvB: Ep153 Super Bowl 2024 Review and All about Marvel
Feb 20, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week.  They are sharing their thoughts on the recent Super Bowl 2024 Sunday from ads to controversies, Marvel and Comics in general have a lot happened, especially with the new Deadpool movie coming out this year and Madame Web flopping.

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SvB: Ep152 Disney earning Calls, Social Media updates, Ryan Coogler, AI Watch
Feb 12, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week.  Disney earnings call revealed, sports are now being bundled with subscriptions, Social Media Shenanigans, and more!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: Ep151 Apple Vision Pro reviews are out, Black History Month and Zuckerberg turning into Elon?
Feb 05, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week.  Carl Weathers is no longer with us. RIP. Black History Month is here, Apple Vision Pro reviews are out, Zuckerberg is turning into Elon? TikTok shenanigans and more! 

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: Ep150 WWE to Netflix, Palworld vs Pokemon, Disney in hot waters
Jan 29, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss the hottest stories for this week. World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE, is moving to Netflix, Pokemon vs Palworld, Rob Dyrdek And His Control of MTV, and Disney is in trouble, AGAIN!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: Ep149 A little history about MLK, Katt Williams back at it again, AI Intellectual Property Dispute, Marvel Updates
Jan 22, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, talk about Katt Williams having more hot takes, AI Intellectual Property disputes, some Marvel updates from us, and more! Go check-out the whole episode for all the latest and greatest!

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: Ep148 Alex Hormozi making moves, 2 different eras: Influencer era vs the Old Media era, Blue Eye Samurai, is it good?
Jan 16, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, are back at it again with another banger episode. In this episode, some local updates from Russel Brunson and Dr.Benjamin Hardy, Alex Hormozi going in on Skool and community, Influencer vs Old Media; how do they differ? Overall thoughts on the Blue Eye Samurai from Netflix, and many more!

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SvB: Ep147 Theo and Benja's New Year's Resolution, Katt Williams Controversy, 2024 Predictions
Jan 08, 2024

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, kick-off 2024 with a banger of an episode. New Year’s Resolution between Theo and Benja, Katt Williams and the Shay Shay Club, Thoughts and Predictions for 2024.

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: #146 The Show vs Business 2023 Wrap-Up
Dec 18, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss all the things that have happened this year, 2023. From Streaming, AI, Business, Social Media, and Yours Truly. 

We hope you have an amazing year and we'll see you in 2024!
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

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SvB: #145 The GTA VI Trailer is out and it's HOT, AI is taking away our jobs, Podcast don't make money but you should start one anyways
Dec 11, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss about the new GTA VI trailer and the Culture of Rockstar Games, AI Watch: is AI still taking jobs? Podcast doesn’t make much money but you should start one anyways, Woke Negro Explains Why Woke Storytelling Doesn’t Work, and Double Barrel Rant: Social Media Is Doing Things.

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SvB: #144 Kevin Heart and Chris Rock talk Comedy Mastery, The Tech Billionaires are crazy, and Hollywood is Hiding Musical
Dec 04, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss about becoming a Master and Selling it: A Case Study on Chris Rock and Kevin Hart, What should we do with the Billionaire Tech Bros, Elon, and Mark Zuck, Why is Hollywood hiding Musicals?, AI Watch: AI’s Slow Disruption Isn’t Impressing Anyone. Should It? and, Rant: The Marvels: Are We Really Arguing About the Right Things?

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SvB: #143 Sam Altman is back! Snoop Dogg is giving up smokin’? Is Social Media dead?
Nov 27, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss Open AI: Sam Altman is back! Amazon isn’t playing with Black Friday, Is Snoop Dogg giving up smoking? Dave Filoni is the new CCO of Lucasfilm and Rant: Is Social Media Dead?

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SvB: #142 K-Pop is still going strong, Meta says we’re done w/ debauchery, Why did The Marvels bomb so hard?
Nov 20, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss about why is K-Pop is still going strong, AI Watch: Sam Altman and others ousted!, Meta says we’re done w/ debauchery, Analysis: Why did The Marvels bomb so hard?, and Streaming Wars and Netflix.

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SvB: #141 Netflix taking over Sports, Actors Strike but Hollywood still in trouble
Nov 13, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss Netflix taking over sports, AI Watch: The Singularity is here, Actors Strike is over but Hollywood is still in Hot waters, Rant: Disney is messing up, and Loki and The Marvels: your MCU entertainment update.

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SvB: #140 Taylor Swift Big Girls Moves, HBO's Fake Online Army, Crisis at Marvel
Nov 06, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss about Taylor Swift Making Big Girl Moves, HBO’s Fake Online Army, Crisis at Marvel, AI Watch: White House AI Regulation, and Rant: Meta has your kids

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Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and  Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.

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SvB: #139 Apple is slick as Hell
Oct 30, 2023

The guys, @mrbenja and @the_real_theo_harvey, discuss social media: is it hurting our future? The online world (Social Media) is kicking the traditional way of doing things, AI Watch: Corpos are using AI, Celebrities that are marketing their books are JUICY, and Pocket watches for Gurus on Black Friday.

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