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

February 27, 202600:51
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Why did Larry Ellison do this? Because
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he seems to me he's a smart customer
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about a lot of things. This seems like
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buying a yacht. Well, he has a yacht.
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What am I talking about? But you know
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what I mean. Perhaps he's old. Perhaps
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he wants to leave a legacy for his son
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who likes to make movies. From a
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financial point, this is not a Larry
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Ellison move.
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>> I think he felt like, you know, his ego
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was involved if he didn't do it that,
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you know, he'd have egg on his face kind
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of thing. You know, he basically caved
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and gave Zaz everything he wanted. Every
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little detail.
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>> I was like sort of like what a chump. I
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never called Larry Alson a chump before.
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Zazov ran circles around them.
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>> He got into deal heat and gave his love
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everything he wanted. I mean, they're
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happy over there. They're ecstatic.
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>> You know, they're pumping fists. But
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honestly, I was like, "Oh dear. Oh, oh
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dear." That's what I kept thinking.
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>> There's going to be a hangover for this.
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There's definitely going to be a
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hangover.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives into the intriguing motivations behind Larry Ellison's latest business move, likening it to the extravagant purchase of a yacht. The hosts dissect the psychological factors at play, suggesting that perhaps Ellison's desire to leave a legacy for his son, who has a passion for filmmaking, influenced his decision. The dialogue takes a sharp turn as they critique Ellison's negotiation tactics, describing him as surprisingly outmaneuvered by Zazov, leaving them to ponder the implications of this deal. With a mix of humor and disbelief, they reflect on the potential fallout, hinting at a 'hangover' effect from this unexpected turn of events. This episode is a rollercoaster of insights and banter, making it a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of ego, legacy, and business strategy.

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Episode Highlights

  • Larry Ellison's Legacy
    Larry Ellison's motivations for his recent decisions may be tied to leaving a legacy for his son.
    “Perhaps he wants to leave a legacy for his son who likes to make movies.”
    @ 00m 11s
    February 27, 2026
  • Deal Heat
    Ellison's ego may have influenced his decision-making in a recent deal.
    “He felt like, you know, his ego was involved if he didn’t do it.”
    @ 00m 16s
    February 27, 2026

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Legacy Considerations00:11
  • Ego Involvement00:16
  • Deal Heat00:29
  • Hangover Ahead00:45