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Plain English with Derek Thompson

The Year in Media and Entertainment: What’s Broken (News), What’s Surging (Netflix), and What’s Next

Dec 19, 2023
Matthew Belloni, host of ‘The Town’ at Ringer and a writer for Puck, dives into 2023's tumultuous media landscape. He discusses the cultural phenomenon of 'Barbenheimer' and its marketing implications. The conversation also tackles the impact of recent Hollywood strikes on the industry and creative jobs. Belloni reveals surprising Netflix viewership trends, noting audiences favor engaging, fast-paced content over star power. Lastly, he predicts a rise in live streaming, particularly in sports and awards shows, shaping the future of entertainment.
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Quick takeaways

  • The internet has disrupted traditional media, leading to a decline in revenue returns.
  • Disney needs to fix its creative strategy and adapt to changing audience preferences.

Deep dives

The Shift to a New Podcast Feed

Austin Rivers and Pasha Higigi announce that their podcast, Offguard, is moving to their own podcast feed, releasing two shows per week to discuss the biggest stories in the basketball world.

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