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The Winning Strategies Behind Major Media Waves with Dave Nemetz

Apr 2, 2024

48:31

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Dave Nemetz, founder of Bleacher Report and Inverse, talks about media business models, sports growth, web3, and B2B media. They discuss the pros and cons of subscriptions and ads, funding in media, innovative approaches to supporting creators, and strategies for media companies.

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Collaborating with creators can benefit both parties by supporting audience growth and business scalability.

Tech media can stand out by emphasizing expert voices, deep insights, and optimistic narratives in content.

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Innovating on Content Differentiation

Tech media companies can differentiate themselves by focusing on expert voices that provide in-depth insights and analysis across various disciplines. Leveraging experts who go deep in their expertise can offer valuable and unique content. Emphasizing expert perspectives beyond surface-level insights can set a tech brand apart. Framing tech media with optimism and focusing on how tech can change the world can create a refreshing and compelling narrative in a landscape often dominated by investigative or adversarial reporting.

Introduction

3min

Navigating Revenue Models in Sports Media

10min

Exploring Consumer and B2B Media Waves and Business Models

5min

Navigating Niche Selection and Business Models in Media Platforms

11min

Exploring the Intersection of First-Party Data and Podcasting Business Models

2min

Supporting Creators with Operational Expertise

18min

Dave Nemetz, Founder of Bleacher Report and Inverse, joins Erik Torenberg to share his insights on media business models and the future of the creator economy. They also cover the growth of sports, web3, and B2B media. This conversation was recorded in early 2023

This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, covering technology, business, and culture — all from the perspective of industry insiders and experts. We’re launching new shows every week, and we’re looking for industry-leading sponsors — if you think that might be you and your company, email us at erik@turpentine.co.

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LINKS:

Dave Nemetz: https://davenemetz.com/

The Inverted Curiousity Pyramid: https://davenemetz.com/inverted-curiosity-pyramid/

Bleacher Report: https://bleacherreport.com/

Inverse: https://www.inverse.com/

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X / TWITTER:

@eriktorenberg (Erik)

@davenemetz (Dave)

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(01:13) Insights behind Starting Bleacher Report

(03:21) Pros and Cons of Subscriptions and Ads

(06:12) Funding and Business Models in Media

(14:22) Sponsor: Turpentine

(15:10) Rise of B2B Media and Future Opportunities

(23:03) Strategies for Media Companies

(30:17) Innovative Approaches to Supporting Creators

(48:02) Wrap

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