The Rise and Fall of Peak TV

The podcast episode discusses the evolution of television and the impact of streaming services like Netflix. It explores the initial excitement and success of streaming platforms with the introduction of on-demand shows and the ability to binge-watch. The golden age of TV, characterized by groundbreaking shows like House of Cards and Orange is the New Black, is discussed. However, the podcast also highlights the negative consequences of the streaming era, such as the oversaturation of content and the decline in quality. The episode argues that the current state of TV is overwhelming with too many platforms, shows, and a lack of sufficient compensation for creators. It predicts a potential consolidation of streaming platforms and a return to a more structured TV model that resembles traditional cable bundling.