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2. Blockbuster Video - With MG Siegler

Rad History

CHAPTER

The Rise and Fall of Blockbuster

This chapter examines the critical rivalry between Netflix and Blockbuster Video, detailing Blockbuster's strategic missteps and reluctance to embrace new consumer habits. It highlights key moments of missed opportunities, including Blockbuster's failure to adapt to the subscription model offered by Netflix and its late move toward streaming services. The discussion also reflects on Blockbuster's cultural significance and the potential for coexistence in an evolving entertainment landscape.

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