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Alan Freed and Payola
- Alan Freed, credited with popularizing "rock and roll", was accused of payola.
- This ruined his career, despite being common practice, highlighting the controversy around curators' influence.
The Dip at Barnes & Noble
- Seth Godin made a deal with Barnes & Noble to sell his audiobook 'The Dip' at the cash register.
- This unconventional placement, like end caps in supermarkets, demonstrates how power lies in placement and curation.
Curation and Scarcity
- Curators with the power to present ideas can sell that power in a scarcity-driven market.
- However, they must maintain quality to retain their curatorial power.
