Pivot Disney Drama, Amazon Owns MGM, and Guest Kelly AuCoin
Mar 22, 2022
Kelly AuCoin, actor known for his roles in 'Billions' and 'The Americans', joins the discussion to dissect the latest Disney drama and Amazon's acquisition of MGM. They explore the quick evolution of the streaming industry, alongside a critique of Disney's leadership struggles. AuCoin shares humorous insights into preparing for his role in 'WeCrashed'. The conversation takes a deep dive into cryptocurrency trends and societal impacts, especially highlighting generational inequities that are making headlines.
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Crypto's Missing Link
- Crypto apps saw impressive downloads, but the "iPhone moment" hasn't arrived yet.
- Mass adoption will happen when crypto becomes easier to understand and use.
Scarcity Credibility
- The key innovation in crypto is scarcity credibility, similar to luxury brands or universities.
- This gives people confidence in its value, especially with the Fed's declining credibility.
China's Billionaires
- China produces more billionaires than any other country, including many self-made women.
- However, regulatory crackdowns have led to job cuts at major companies like Alibaba and Tencent.