The World's Top CEOs Meet at Davos & The Controversy Around Peacock and the NFL
Jan 16, 2024
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Neal and Toby discuss the World Economic Forum Summit in Davos, Switzerland and the controversy surrounding it. They also talk about Peacock breaking streaming history with their exclusive NFL playoff game and the financial struggles of Peacock. Additionally, they touch on employee wellness surveys and the effects of remote work on mental health.
The World Economic Forum Summit in Davos, Switzerland is focusing on rebuilding trust and discussing the potential impact of Donald Trump returning to office and the safety risks of artificial intelligence.
Peacock's exclusive broadcast of an NFL playoff game broke streaming history, attracting 23 million viewers and showcasing the intense competition among streaming platforms for live sports content.
Deep dives
The World Economic Forum Summit in Davos focuses on rebuilding trust and discusses topics such as Donald Trump and artificial intelligence
The World Economic Forum Summit, held in Davos, Switzerland, brings together business leaders and politicians to discuss topics related to peace, stability, and global trade. This year's theme is Rebuilding Trust, and attendees will focus on the potential impact of Donald Trump returning to office and the safety risks associated with artificial intelligence.
The recent cold snap in the US causes strain on electrical grids and disrupts daily life
Bitterly cold temperatures have descended upon the US, causing strain on electrical grids and leading to widespread power outages. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued statements urging residents to conserve power to prevent outages. The cold snap has also resulted in canceled flights and postponed NFL games.
Peacock's exclusive NFL playoff game draws a large audience and signals the increasing importance of streaming platforms in live sports
Peacock's exclusive broadcast of an NFL playoff game garnered 23 million viewers, making it the most streamed live event in US history. The game also accounted for 30% of all internet traffic on that day. The success of the Peacock exclusive game highlights the growing competition among streaming platforms for live sports content.
Episode 236: Neal and Toby explain what to expect from Davos as the top business leaders in the world come together in Switzerland. Plus, why Texans have to watch how much electricity they use and what a winter storm means for the Northeast. Next, Peacock broke streaming history with their exclusive NFL playoff game but not everyone is happy about it and the guys share their winners of the weekend. And finally, why a new study implies that work initiatives may not work and the heiress giving away $27 million.