The Vergecast The 2024 Streaming Draft (live from SXSW)
Mar 12, 2024
In a lively live session at SXSW, hosts engage in a spirited streaming service draft that sparks humorous debates on the merits of Netflix, Apple TV Plus, and Disney's offerings. They explore niche platforms like Tubi and Criterion, revealing hidden gems and personal viewing habits. The discussion dives into the quirks of Crunchyroll and HBO Max, emphasizing their evolution in the ever-changing streaming landscape. Audience reactions add excitement as the hosts wrap up with memorable moments and invite listeners to join the fun.
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2023 Draft Recap
- Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, and David Pierce recap their 2023 streaming service draft.
- Nilay picked TikTok, Disney Bundle, YouTube TV, Apple Music, and Vipin's Plex server.
Streaming Landscape Shift
- The hosts drafted streaming services, but the landscape changed rapidly.
- David Pierce jokes he'll win the new draft because of his control over the spreadsheet.
Go90 Scale
- Nilay proposes the "Go90 Scale of Doom Streaming Services" to rank services' likelihood of failure.
- The scale, based on Verizon's failed Go90 platform, measures how close a service is to dying.