Julia Alexander

C.T. Jones, a staff writer at Rolling Stone, and Julia Alexander, a media correspondent at Puck News, dive into the world of microdramas, short serials optimized for phone screens. They explore how these bite-sized stories cater to our dwindling attention spans and the monetization strategies behind them. The duo discusses the origins of microdramas in China, the varied experiences actors face, and the implications for Hollywood's future. Julia also shares insights on viewer frustrations, nostalgia for quality TV, and the potential impact of AI on content creation.

Julia Alexander, a Puck media correspondent and streaming video analyst, joins the discussion to recap major trends in the streaming landscape for the year. They explore YouTube's ascent and Netflix's current standing amidst fierce competition. Julia reveals Tubi’s surprising win for Streamer of the Year against disappointing performances from others. The duo dives into breakout hits like Love Island and Heated Rivalry, plus the growing influence of free ad-supported services and the impact of sports rights in this shifting industry.

Julia Alexander, a media analyst focused on streaming, Dylan Byers, a media strategy reporter, and Eriq Gardner, a courts reporter, discuss the biggest sports media winners of 2025. They highlight David Ellison's impact in rights wars and Pat McAfee as a transformative on-air personality. Gardner emphasizes Judge Claudia Wilkins’ pivotal rulings on college athlete rights, reshaping the landscape. The conversation explores the influence of talent-driven franchises and the potential of McAfee's model across various media platforms.

Julia Alexander, a journalist at Puck and The Varsity, delves into the exciting realm of athlete-owned media, highlighting exceptional cases like the Kelce brothers and LeBron James. She discusses what makes athlete-led podcasts resonate with fans, touching on intimacy and informal dynamics. Julia also dissects the copyright clash between OpenAI and traditional media, emphasizing the high stakes of IP protection in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Their conversation explores the unique challenges and opportunities in this new media frontier.

Julia Alexander, a media correspondent and expert in streaming and television, joins to dissect the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel's suspension. She reveals a staggering sixfold increase in Disney+ and Hulu cancellations as viewers reacted strongly. Julia explains how this backlash surpasses past controversies like Netflix’s 'Cuties,' highlighting complex audience dynamics and parasocial relationships. The discussion also touches on Disney's challenges with subscriber growth, the potential impact of sports broadcasts, and the implications for corporate decisions in the face of public sentiment.