

Bad Bets
Oct 11, 2024
Steve Katelman, a legendary figure in advertising known for bridging connections between Omnicom and tech giants, dives deep into the concept of 'bad bets' in media and tech. He debates the merits of Meta's VR gamble, highlighting the difficulty in judging such decisions in the short term. The conversation takes a turn towards AI's role in reshaping journalism and the evolving challenges of content creation. Katelman also touches on the rise of unionization in media, reflecting on a rapidly changing digital landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating the Surveillance Society
01:42 • 15min
Navigating Bad Bets in Media and Tech
16:17 • 22min
The Evolving Landscape of Journalism and AI Integration
38:32 • 2min
The New Age of Content and Automation
40:53 • 18min
Product Experiences and Midwestern Conveniences
58:32 • 3min
Exploring Membership Models and Social Spaces
01:01:12 • 2min
High-Tech Pool and YouTube TV Adventures
01:03:12 • 3min