Hollywood union contract negotiations are set to kick off on February 9, with SAG-AFTRA gearing up to meet with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. Gene Maddaus from Variety discussed the key issues and the schedule for these crucial talks on today’s “Daily Variety” podcast.
One of the main topics that are expected to be on the agenda during the negotiations include AI, health care benefits, and streaming residuals. These are hot-button issues that will likely be heavily debated as both sides try to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
For those interested in following the latest updates on the negotiations, the “Daily Variety” podcast is a great resource. You can listen to it on various platforms such as iHeartPodcasts, Apple Podcasts, Variety’s YouTube Podcast channel, Amazon Music, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.
Stay tuned for more updates as the negotiations progress. It will be interesting to see how both parties navigate these complex issues and come to a resolution that satisfies all involved stakeholders. The entertainment industry is constantly evolving, and these contract negotiations are a crucial part of ensuring that everyone involved is fairly compensated and represented.

