Archive · 17 Jan 2026
John Oliver Unfazed by WBD Merger
John Oliver, the host of Last Week Tonight on HBO, talked about the possible merger of Warner Bros.
Discovery with other companies like Netflix and Paramount.
He said he doesn't like mergers in general but isn't too worried about this one.
Oliver thinks the merger might face legal issues and take a long time to sort out.
He also said that his show will continue as usual, no matter what happens.
He believes in acting confidently and not changing the show's style, which has been successful for a long time.
John Oliver expressed his general disapproval of mergers during an appearance on Trevor Noah's What Now podcast.
He discussed the potential merger of Warner Bros. Discovery with companies like Netflix and Paramount.
Oliver believes the merger might face legal challenges and could be tied up in courts for a long time.
He stated that Last Week Tonight will continue its current style and content regardless of the merger's outcome.
Oliver emphasized acting with confidence and not worrying about potential changes.
- Who
- John Oliver, Trevor Noah
- What
- Discussion about potential WBD merger and its impact on Last Week Tonight
- When
- During the What Now podcast
- Where
- On Trevor Noah's What Now podcast
- Why
- To express his views on mergers and the future of his show
- Host
- John Oliver
- Show
- Last Week Tonight
- Network
- HBO
- Podcast
- What Now
- Guest
- Trevor Noah
- Merger Discussion
- 53:00 mark