Billy Ray on Animals, Ben Affleck and Hollywood

Hour 3 (9.08) Screenwriter and director Billy Ray joins Tim for a full hour on friendship, filmmaking, West Point, and the future of Hollywood. Ray also shares insights from Animals, his upcoming Ben Affleck thriller, and weighs in on media consolidation. 

8:05 PM 
Writer and director Billy Ray joins Tim to talk about growing up together, the differences between male and female friendships, and the discipline required to succeed as a screenwriter. Ray also previews Animals, the upcoming Ben Affleck crime thriller that he co-wrote.  

8:20 PM 
Billy Ray sticks around to talk sports, reflect on Rob Reiner's impact on filmmaking, and discuss a recent project connected to West Point. The conversation turns to mentorship, storytelling, and the people who shaped his career. 

8:35 PM 
Ray goes deeper into his experience working at West Point, explaining why the academy left such a strong impression on him. He highlights the culture, discipline, and work ethic he witnessed while developing a new series connected to the campus. 

8:50 PM 
Tim asks Billy Ray about the proposed Warner Bros./Paramount merger and the broader trend of media consolidation. Ray argues against conglomeration in the entertainment industry and discusses how corporate negotiations can affect a studio's reputation. 

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