How writers and actors strikes shape what we watch
In its recent quarterly results, Paramount said it would continue several cost-cutting experiments it began in response to last year’s months-long strikes. That\u2019s something it seems every media company is trying to do these days. What will it likely look like? More reality TV, foreign programming and live sports. Also on the show: unpacking what’s included in the the latest government spending bills and explaining the European Union’s $2 billion Apple fine.