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Sidecast: The 2026 MBA

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April 10, 2026 Scriptnotes, Sidecast

There’s a brand new agreement between the WGA and the AMPTP! And since John was the co-chair of the negotiating committee, he’s excited to share all the details of the 2026 MBA.

Links:

  • The 2026 MBA agreement memorandum
  • John August on Instagram and Bluesky
  • Scriptnotes on Instagram and TikTok
  • Scriptnotes is produced by Drew Marquardt

Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.

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