About this episode

Matt Belloni discusses the evolution of late-night television and social media with Kareem Rahma, along with a box office prediction for 'Mortal Kombat 2'.

Matt is joined by Kareem Rahma, host and producer of SubwayTakes and Keep the Meter Running, to discuss transitioning from behind the scenes to an on-screen talent later in his career, the success of SubwayTakes, building a real business on social, the blurred lines between online shows and traditional late-night television, and more (00:00). Matt finishes the show with an opening weekend box office prediction for ‘Mortal Kombat 2’ (28:27). Host: Matt Belloni Guest: Kareem Rahma Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jon Jones Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Industry voters visit StarzFYC.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Matt Belloni

Guest: Kareem Rahma

Topics covered

• social media
• late-night television
• online shows
• business
• entertainment

Keywords

• Kareem Rahma
• SubwayTakes
• late-night TV
• social media business
• Mortal Kombat 2

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SubwayTakes, Keep the Meter Running, StarzFYC.com

Products: Mortal Kombat 2

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