TBPN Amazon Bets $10B on OpenAI, Ford’s Reality Check, Paramount Deal Unravels | Diet TBPN
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Dec 18, 2025 In a lively discussion, the hosts unveil Ford's shocking decision to end its F-150 Lightning and explore the differences between Rivian and Ford's electric trucks. They delve into Amazon's potential $10 billion investment in OpenAI, weighing its effects on commerce. The conversation heats up as they critique Paramount's failed bid, and they consider the future of large language models amid diminished hype. Plus, highlights include Barstool's partnership with Netflix and the Oscars moving to YouTube. Tune in for insights and industry gossip!
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F-150 Lightning’s Market Mismatch
- Ford is killing the F-150 Lightning after a steep recent sales decline, signaling truck buyers resisted EV transition.
- Early demand skewed to non-truck buyers and non-Ford customers, which proved an unstable market expansion.
From Toyotas To A Black Raptor
- Jordy shares he grew up with Toyotas and later bought a black-on-black Ford Raptor as an adult.
- The purchase shows how truck advertising shaped his preferences despite prior brand loyalty.
Reuse Platforms—But Match Core Performance
- When moving fast, reuse existing platforms and supply chains to accelerate product launches.
- But ensure the new product actually outperforms incumbents in the target use cases before scaling.