Julia Alexander

Julia Alexander, a streaming wars expert, joins Matt Belloni to discuss the most strategic streaming moves in 2023. They talk about Netflix's dominance, Disney's strategy, upfront payments in streaming, and changes at the Oscars.

Julia Alexander, a media and entertainment reporter at Puck, delves into the intriguing intersection of Big Tech and Hollywood. She discusses how economic volatility and tariffs could influence Apple's commitment to its content business. The conversation shifts to YouTube TV's impressive growth, particularly its user-friendly design and innovative acquisition of NFL's Sunday Ticket. They explore whether such strategies can genuinely rival traditional cable, especially among younger audiences seeking digital options for sports and entertainment.

Julia Alexander discusses the flawed comparison between streaming services and cable TV bundles, along with advertisers' perspectives during Upfront Week in NY. They explore the evolution of media distribution, challenges faced by traditional media companies, ad-supported tiers in streaming services, and user expectations on streaming platforms.

Exploring Netflix's sports strategy with insights on live sports rights, data on viewership, oversaturation of sports documentaries, and the importance of live sports for Netflix's success. Plus, a prediction on the opening weekend box office for Mark Wahlberg's new film.

Dylan Byers discusses Semafor's CCP scandal, while Ben Landy and Julia Alexander explore ESPN's aim to dominate live sports streaming. Topics include US-China tensions, media outrage, Semaphore's global ambitions, and ESPN's strategies to streamline sports content for younger viewers.

Julia Alexander, a journalist at The Verge, discusses the downfall of Quibi, revealing the reasons behind its closure and the challenges in the streaming landscape. Adi Robertson dives into the U.S. government's antitrust charges against Google, highlighting the implications for the tech industry. Josh Dzieza investigates the troubled Foxconn factory in Wisconsin, exposing the gap between ambitious plans and reality. Together, they provide insights into tech failures and regulatory challenges that shape our digital world.

It’s time to check back in on the state of the streaming wars, with two binge-worthy conversations. First, Recode’s Peter Kafka talks to analyst Michael Nathanson about Big Media’s new problem: TV ratings are plummeting because all the good stuff is streaming — but now Wall Street doesn’t just want streaming, it wants *profitable* streaming.Then, we travel into the time stream to talk about the past, present and future of the streaming wars with Dawn Chmielewski, co-author of Binge Times: Inside Hollywood’s Furious Billion-Dollar Battle to Take Down Netflix, and Julia Alexander of Parrot Analytics. We discuss the legacy of Seeso, why the real audience of CNN+ may be the people in front of the camera, and when and if we’re getting the bundle back.Featuring: Michael Nathanson, Senior Research Analyst at MoffetNathansonDawn Chmielewski (@DawnC331), U.S. Entertainment Business Correspondent at ReutersJulia Alexander (@loudmouthjulia) Senior Strategy Analyst at Parrot AnalyticsHost: Peter Kafka (@pkafka), Senior Editor at RecodeMore to explore: Subscribe for free to Recode Media, Peter Kafka, one of the media industry's most acclaimed reporters, talks to business titans, journalists, comedians, and more to get their take on today's media landscape.About Recode by Vox: Recode by Vox helps you understand how tech is changing the world — and changing us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julia Alexander discusses Tubi's success with Gen Z and HBO's integration into Max. They explore Tubi's diverse content strategy and HBO's positioning in the changing streaming landscape. The conversation touches on audience expectations, branding strategies, and the challenges of competing in the streaming market.

Julia Alexander, Parrot Analytics director of strategy and Puck contributor, joins Matt to talk about Apple TV+ and its current standing with consumers, Apple's big bet on Major League Soccer, the dilemma of investing in live sports games versus original content, and the challenges Apple TV+ faces in competing with ESPN.

Julia Alexander, a Verge reporter specializing in streaming, dives into the much-anticipated Snyder Cut of Justice League, discussing its unique 4:3 aspect ratio and the broader implications for HBO Max's streaming strategy. Andrew Hawkins, a senior reporter on transportation, explores the exciting developments in electric vehicles and e-bikes, including Senator Chuck Schumer's cash-for-clunkers proposal and the need for better EV infrastructure. Together, they unpack the evolution of film and transportation in today's tech landscape.