Hear breakdowns on the important trends in tech, media, and entertainment. Trapital founder Dan Runcie and various guests break down the moves that shape the re...
When it comes to music, Disney is a generational hitmaker. From Miley Cyrus to Hilary Duff, Disney has consistently produced some of the biggest names in music over the past few decades. We break down what worked well, what hasn’t, and how it has evolved with artists like Olivia Rodrigo.Join me and MIDiA Research’s Tati Cirisano as we dive in Disney’s enduring influence in the music industry.02:00 The Pop Star Pipeline05:16 The Eras of Disney’s Pop Stars09:04 Why Nickelodeon Doesn’t Have a Pipeline17:33 Disney's Impact on Artist Careers34:32 Can Other Companies Do The SameThis episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week.If you enjoy Trapital, please rate and review on your favorite podcast platform!
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What’s Next for TikTok?
Join me and Billboard’s Kristin Robinson as we break down everything from the political context up to creator reactions to TikTok’s Shutdown.9:11 Stalled Antitrust Efforts14:12 How Creators Reacted to the Ban16:05 TikTok's Role for Creators25:12 Predictions on TikTok OwnershipThis episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week.If you enjoy Trapital, please rate and review on your favorite podcast platform!
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How the Podcast Mega Deals Evolved
In the podcasting world, audio quality used to be king. Today, however, video elements have become increasingly essential. As platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts continue to shift their strategies, the landscape of audio content is changing faster than ever.Join me and Ashley Carman of Bloomberg News as we break down everything about the podcast business, the current state of podcast deals, and paid podcasting and subscription models.08:48 Video's Impact on Podcasting12:44 Spotify's Video Push21:45 Paid Podcasts25:08 Audiobooks34:37 YouTube TV AppThis episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week.If you enjoy Trapital, please rate and review on your favorite podcast platform!
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How YouTube Became Every Company’s Competition
YouTube turns 20 this year, and it’s influence continues to grow. In music, video, podcasts, advertising, entertainment, attention, and more. It’s in a unique role, where plenty of companies compete with YouTube, but few compete with it on all levels. But what does the future look like? Despite its edge, what are the challenges ahead?Listen to me and MIDiA Research’s Tati Cirisano to break it all down.08:45 Video Podcasting Trends11:56 YouTube Premium20:52 Paying for Ad-Free Experience29:42 Competitors and ChallengesThis episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week.If you enjoy Trapital, please rate and review on your favorite podcast platform!
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Spotify’s Road to $100B and Profitability
Spotify went from a $14 billion market cap in 2022 to crossing $100 billion toward the end of 2024. A lot has changed in two years, but there’s more to the story than just the past 24 months. Join me and Sleepwell Capital, an investor, to break down Spotify’s journey to profitability. Hope you enjoy!04:59 Spotify vs Big Tech DSPs10:16 Spotify's growth signifies change in music distribution.14:26 Netflix comparisons21:44 YouTube vs Spotify28:19 Is Spotify's PE ratio too high?32:31 Major label’s challenging 2024This episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.Don't forget to follow Sleepwell Capital on X and Substack for more insights.Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week.If you enjoy Trapital, please rate and review on your favorite podcast platform!
Hear breakdowns on the important trends in tech, media, and entertainment. Trapital founder Dan Runcie and various guests break down the moves that shape the rest of the economy. Learn more at https://trapital.com/podcast
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