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Kara Swisher on Larry Ellison and Warner Bros. Deal: "What a Chump"

February 27, 2026 / 00:51

This episode discusses Larry Ellison's recent business decisions, his motivations, and the implications of his actions. Key topics include Ellison's legacy, his relationship with Zazov, and the financial aspects of his choices.

The hosts analyze Ellison's decision-making process, suggesting that his ego may have influenced him to agree to terms that were not typical for his business style. They mention how he seemed to concede to Zazov's demands, which led to a favorable outcome for Zazov.

There is a sense of concern expressed by the hosts regarding the long-term effects of Ellison's choices, with one host stating that there will likely be a 'hangover' from this deal. The conversation highlights the unexpected nature of Ellison's actions in the context of his usual business acumen.

TLDR

Larry Ellison's deal with Zazov raises questions about his motivations and potential consequences.

Episode

0:51

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Why did Larry Ellison do this? Because he seems to me he's a smart customer about a lot of things. This seems like

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buying a yacht. Well, he has a yacht. What am I talking about? But you know what I mean. Perhaps he's old. Perhaps

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he wants to leave a legacy for his son who likes to make movies. From a financial point, this is not a Larry

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Ellison move. >> I think he felt like, you know, his ego was involved if he didn't do it that,

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you know, he'd have egg on his face kind of thing. You know, he basically caved

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and gave Zaz everything he wanted. Every little detail. >> I was like sort of like what a chump. I

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never called Larry Alson a chump before. Zazov ran circles around them. >> He got into deal heat and gave his love

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everything he wanted. I mean, they're happy over there. They're ecstatic.

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>> You know, they're pumping fists. But honestly, I was like, "Oh dear. Oh, oh

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dear." That's what I kept thinking. >> There's going to be a hangover for this.

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There's definitely going to be a hangover.

Episode Highlights

Larry Ellison's Surprising Move
Larry Ellison's decision seems uncharacteristic, raising questions about his motivations.
“This is not a Larry Ellison move.”
@ 00m 14s
February 27, 2026
Zazov's Triumph
Zazov outmaneuvers Ellison, leaving him in a vulnerable position.
“Zazov ran circles around them.”
@ 00m 29s
February 27, 2026

Episode Quotes

Oh dear. Oh, oh dear.
Kara Swisher on Larry Ellison and Warner Bros. Deal: "What a Chump"
There's definitely going to be a hangover.
Kara Swisher on Larry Ellison and Warner Bros. Deal: "What a Chump"

Key Moments

Legacy for his son00:11
Deal heat00:33
Future hangover00:44