This chapter discusses the latest news about Disney's streaming service and Taylor Swift's involvement in an upcoming movie. It then shifts gears to talk about ESPN and its plans for the future, including the announcement of a linear network and a direct-to-consumer streaming service. The impact of cord cutting on ESPN's business model and the importance of reaching consumers directly through streaming are also discussed.
Disney’s quarter included sports, games, and a healthy dose of cutting costs.
(00:21) Rick Munarriz and Deidre Woollard discuss:
- Disney’s ability to cut costs.
- How Disney plans to extend its IP into gaming.
- ESPN’s power moves.
(17:33) Kirsten Guerra explores the complicated logistics that drive 1-800-Flowers.
Companies discussed: DIS, FLWS, NFLX, FUBO
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Host: Deidre Woollard
Guests: Rick Munarriz, Kirsten Guerra
Producers: Ricky Mulvey, Mary Long
Engineers: Desiree Jones, Dan Boyd
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