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Ian Thompson
Former long-time tech journalist at The Register, now a freelancer and podcaster contributing reporting and commentary on technology and media.
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Nov 10, 2025
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TWiT 1057: Ferret Trousering - Can Apple TV Fix the Broken World of Streaming Sports?
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In this discussion, media and gaming commentator Ashley Esketah, tech journalist Ian Thompson, and streaming reporter Janko Roettgers dive into the chaos of sports streaming. They dissect Apple’s bold Formula 1 rights acquisition and its implications for fans. The trio also critiques the fragmented state of sports streaming and YouTube TV's standoff with Disney. You'll laugh as they share lighter moments, like ferret legging stories, while also tackling serious topics like Meta's scammy ad practices and children’s safety on platforms like Roblox.
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