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Welcome to Hang-Outs and Headlines! The media suggests and shapes our understanding of the news items that fill our days (and our social media timelines) – sometimes fairly and sometimes quite unfairly.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to Hang-Outs and Headlines! The media suggests and shapes our understanding of the news items that fill our days (and our social media timelines), sometimes fairly and sometimes quite unfairly.
Hang-outs and Headlines is hosted by Richard Hoeg. The show has published 132 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Gina Carano vs. Disney: Lawsuit Breakdown and Social Media Implications" (21 August 2025, 99 minutes), "Copyright is a Jurassic World for AI | Universal's Plan to Sue Over It (H&H)" (8 August 2025, 120 minutes), and "Sidney Sweeney, Outrage Culture, and the Media's Role in Shaping Discourse" (31 July 2025, 69 minutes).
Hang-outs and Headlines publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 115 minutes across 132 episodes.
Booking probability for Hang-outs and Headlines is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hang-outs and Headlines requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hang-outs and Headlines's contact route on record: verified email.
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Richard Hoeg hosts Hang-outs and Headlines, a news podcast with 132 episodes published.
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg analyzes Gina Carano's lawsuit against Disney and its settlement's broader implications. The discussion centers around Carano's termination from "The Mandalorian," focusing on...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg examines the intersection of AI development and legal challenges, focusing on Universal Pictures' legal battles and the broader implications for copyright law. The discussion covers...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores the intricate dynamics of media influence and public perception, diving into topics like outrage culture and the effects of labeling within discourse. The discussion...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg dives deep into the shifting landscape of late-night talk shows, social media's role in news consumption, and the broader implications for the entertainment industry. The discussion...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg delves into the complex interplay of media coverage, legal frameworks, and public perception, with a focus on US politics and presidential acts. The discussion highlights the media's...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg discusses the evolving media narratives and legal intricacies surrounding Taylor Swift's master recordings saga. The conversation explores the financial and legal aspects of Swift's...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores the legal and media intricacies surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, sparked (again) by The Hollywood Reporter's recent coverage. The episode discusses social...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores the ongoing legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, analyzing the complex interplay of media coverage and legal strategies. Hoeg emphasizes the importance of...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores the complex legal and media dynamics surrounding Justin Baldoni lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. The discussion covers Lively's allegations of misconduct and...
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In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg examines Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, analyzing an Associated Press headline and its media implications. Hoeg addresses legal challenges like social manipulation...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg delves into the intricate legal and PR dynamics of the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni case. The discussion explores the potential for the case to go to trial and the PR implications for...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the intricate world of media manipulation, focusing on Blake Lively's legal complaint against Justin Baldoni and the implications for those involved in the "It Ends With Us" movie...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the challenges of headline analysis and media reporting, examining how media influences public perception and trust. He delves into the dynamics of podcast interviews, credible...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the complex world of AI chatbots, focusing on their regulation, mental health implications, and legal challenges. He examines YouTube's guidelines and discusses the controversial...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the topic of Ubisoft. He discusses the current state of Ubisoft games and discusses the potential for a Ubisoft buyout, examining the implications for the gaming industry. The...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg dives into Disney's management of the Star Wars franchise, exploring the impact of The Mandalorian and the development of Disney's Star Wars movies. He provides insights into...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the legal intricacies of Disney's attempts to use a Disney+ arbitration clause against a wrongful death complaint on Disney property. Hang-out topics include Disney+ subscribers...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses video game finances with a focus on reporting surrounding the Suicide Squad game, comparing the evolution of the gaming industry to Hollywood. He discusses the critical reading of...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the state of media, emphasizing the importance of ethics and institutional self-regulation. He examines NPR's dwindling trust, the role of CEO John Lansing in its shift towards...
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg delves into Google's Generative AI, Gemini, discussing its background, the need for transparency in its programming, and its limitations. He also addresses the role of media in shaping...
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