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Exploring the origins and evolution of Pornhub from a foosball scene in Montreal to the world's largest online porn site. The podcast uncovers connections to a Dutch cabin, pornographic VHS tapes, and the subprime mortgage crisis. Hear about the strategic moves that led to Pornhub's industry domination and controversial history.
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- The inception of Pornhub was inspired by YouTube but for adult content, tracing back to competitive foosball players in Montreal.
- Piracy on tube sites like Pornhub led to plummeting profits for porn studios, triggering initiatives and lawsuits to combat piracy.
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The Origins of Pornhub and the Tube Sites
The podcast episode delves into the creation of Pornhub and other tube sites, tracing back to the beginnings of online porn with sites like Brazers. Colin Rountree's encounter at a Montreal bar led to the inception of Pornhub, inspired by YouTube, but for adult content. The episode explores the evolution of the online porn industry, the rampant piracy on tube sites, and the economic impact on the adult entertainment industry.
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