Podcasts about oversaturation

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Is being a content creator all about glamour and freebies? Thrive co-hosts Daryl and Estelle find out from Sya (@syafiqapls) and Leah Shannon (@mizchiefmagik) what being a content creator is REALLY like. Time stamps:02:52 - Content creator is a dream job? 05:22 - Oversaturation in the market 08:35 - Agency vs independent 10:34 - Who pays you? 12:58 - Influencer vs content creator 18:01 - Comparing with office job 23:38 - Dealing with burnout 34:34 - Best and worst parts of job 46:29 - Sponsored content 50:30 - Is content creation sustainable? 53:34 - Final advice Credits: Written by: Daryl Choo and Vivien Shiao Hosted by: Daryl Choo and Estelle Edited by: Andrew Wong and Rasuna Azrayl Produced by: Andrew Wong Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to thrivebt@sph.com.sg services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. ------ Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, the hosts discuss the excitement of the detailing season, the challenges posed by spring weather, and the latest innovations in carpet cleaning techniques. They emphasize the importance of using the right tools and products, particularly enzymes, to effectively tackle stains. The discussion also covers best practices for towel usage and the finishing touches that enhance the detailing process. In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss the intricacies of car detailing, emphasizing efficiency, the importance of understanding business numbers, and the seasonal preparations necessary for vehicle maintenance. They explore the significance of layering protection products, the realities of spray sealants, and the user experience associated with car care products. The dialogue is rich with practical advice for both car owners and detailing professionals, highlighting the need for a systematic approach to vehicle care.TakeawaysStart your engines! It's the beginning of detailing season.Spring weather can pose challenges for detailers.Enzymes are effective for removing tough stains.High alkaline cleaners can set stains if used improperly.Steamers are preferred for at-home carpet cleaning.Cotton terry towels are ideal for carpet cleaning.Oversaturation of carpets can be avoided with proper techniques.Stripes in carpets can indicate whether a car has been moved.Choosing the right tools is crucial for effective cleaning.Detailing is an art that requires attention to detail. Efficiency is key in car detailing.Knowing your business numbers is crucial for success.Spring cleaning is essential for vehicle maintenance.Preparing your car for summer involves deep cleaning and protection.Layering products like stack enhances vehicle protection.Regular maintenance keeps your car looking its best.Spray sealants can damage towels and may not provide lasting protection.User experience is vital in choosing car care products.Real protection comes from quality ceramic coatings.Taking care of your car can be a therapeutic process.Chapters00:00 Engines Revving: The Start of Detailing Season03:06 Weathering the Storm: Spring Cleaning Challenges06:01 Carpet Cleaning Innovations: Tools and Techniques09:08 Understanding Stains: The Role of Enzymes12:00 Choosing the Right Tools: Steamers vs. Extractors14:47 Towel Talk: Best Practices for Carpet Cleaning17:59 Finishing Touches: The Art of Detailing19:42 Efficiency in Car Detailing20:24 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers22:43 Spring Cleaning Essentials for Your Vehicle24:53 Preparing Your Car for Summer26:56 Layering Protection: The Stack Approach29:52 Maintaining Your Vehicle's Appearance32:36 The Reality of Spray Sealants35:51 User Experience in Car Care Products

Today, Noah and John host a live conversation with Jason Haber, broker at Compass and founder of the American Real Estate Association, to dive deep into the City of Yes zoning changes in NYC. Jason explains how these new regulations—some of the most significant in decades—are reshaping development, air rights, and affordability in the city. He breaks down what agents need to know, how these changes impact listings, and the broader effects on supply and demand. Plus, Jason shares insights on the future of the agent industry, rental market challenges, and policy shifts that could reshape the way NYC operates. Big moves, big changes—don't miss this one! Highlights: 00:40 – What is the City of Yes? 02:20 – The End of Sliver Law & Setback Changes 06:00 – NYC's 1.4% Vacancy Crisis 08:10 – Will Developers Still Face Regulatory Pushback? 10:00 – Key Takeaways for Residential Agents 11:45 – NYRAC Merges with AREA 13:40 – The Fair Act & How It Changes NYC Real Estate 17:50 – The Oversaturation of Agents 21:15 – 50,000 Warehoused Rent-Stabilized Units 25:10 – Can 130,000 New Units Fix NYC's Housing Crisis? 27:00 – Is NYC Becoming Too Dense? 30:15 – How Quickly Will We See New Housing? 32:20 – Where to Learn More About City of Yes 38:00 – Retail to Residential Conversions 42:00 – Historic Districts & Landmark Blocks 46:30 – Will NYC “Crack” Without More Housing? 50:00 – Congestion Pricing: Good or Bad? 53:00 – 2025 Market Outlook 54:30 – Making NYC Subways & Streets Safer Jason's Groundhog Day Taxi Ad!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2olwVrXLNs American Real Estate Association Page: https://www.americanrea.org/ Jason's Page and His Page at Compass: https://jasonhaber.com/real-estate/ https://www.compass.com/agents/jason-haber/ Follow Jason on X and Instagram: https://x.com/jasonhaber https://www.instagram.com/jasonhaber Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonshaber/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/

Andrew Brown is grower, breeder, and the owner of Carver Family Farm Andrew joins us for "The 12 Dabs of Christmas," a festive exploration of New Mexico's cannabis scene and its incredible concentrate flavors. Andrew shares insights into running Albuquerque's first micro-licensed cannabis operation, the art of genetic breeding, and the challenges of maintaining a craft cannabis brand in an oversaturated market. Expect to learn about the importance of terpene preservation and flavor in cannabis, the struggles of small farms competing against corporate MSOs, and the evolving culture of craft cannabis in New Mexico. Do you think corporate cannabis is changing the culture of the industry, or is craft cannabis here to stay? Follow Andrew Brown: Instagram: @carverfamilyfarm Website: carverfamilyfarm.com #CannabisEducation #CannabisIndustry #SustainabilityInCannabis #CraftCannabis Follow us on X - @pharmersmedia Follow us on Instagram - @pharmersbrands More info about Pharmers at pharmersquality.com 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:45 Who is Andrew 00:03:37 Weed Should Taste Good 00:05:20 Andrew's on the future of the market 00:06:27 Is Cannabis Culture Dead? 00:10:23 1st & 2nd Dab of Xmas 00:13:50 KY Jelousy Profile 00:15:09 Hatch Belts Profile 00:16:09 Why Is Carver a Fav in NM? 00:24:13 More Hatch Belts Profile 00:25:23 Andrew's Glass Blowing Career 00:27:52 3rd & 4th Dab Of Xmas 00:34:32 Biscotti & Perm Chimera Profile 00:35:46 Whats next for Carver 00:38:04 Andrew's background 00:46:40 5th & 6th Dab of Xmas 00:47:50 What is piatella 00:51:19 Piatella Profile 00:53:16 Whats Pharmers Up to? 01:00:57 Oversaturation was preventable 01:04:35 What process does donny prefer 01:05:44 What does andrew prefer 01:06:35 Rosin Vs BHO 01:17:54 Andrew & Donnies Hash Buyers Guide 01:23:09 Brand trust is backwards in the industry 01:24:44 No Marketing with 280E 01:33:24 Andrews take on the future of the NM scene 01:36:36 KY Jelousy BHO vs Rosin Comparison 01:37:27 10th & 11th dab of Xmas? Maybe?

EVS Sports presents LVK: More Than Moto where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 39, the boys discuss what happened at Feld media days, whether or not there's becoming too many bike options in the sport, how to keep non-endemic sponsors more engaged, and more. It's all brought to you by EVS Sports, Namura, and Race Tech. Use the code 'LVK30' at EVS-sports.com.

Comedian, writer, and actor, Langston Kerman (Bad Poetry, Insecure, English Teacher) has picked on “Don Cheadle is Captain Planet” from the Funny or Die Vault. He and our host, Marcos González, cover everything from slam poetry to online embarrassment to imposter syndrome. Follow along as Langston and Marcos talk through Boston comics and where to put your hands when acting. Langston Kerman is a comedian, actor, and writer. He has acted in shows such as on Adam DeVine's House Party, High Maintenance, Strangers, and Comedy Bang! Bang!. He was selected by host Chris Rock to write for the 2016 Academy Awards. He appeared in his first recurring acting role as Jered on the first season of Issa Rae's Insecure. Langston was featured in his own Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents half-hour special, Lightskinned Feelings. Langston is also a writer and recurring actor for the HBO Max series South Side. He was a series regular on the second season of Bless This Mess, and appeared in a recurring role on the second season of The Boys. Langston created the comedy podcast My Momma Told Me on the iHeartRadio Network. Kerman co-created and co-stars in the Peacock series Bust Down. Langston released his first standalone comedy special, Bad Poetry, on Netflix, directed by comedian John Mulaney. Langston appeared in a recurring role in the FX comedy series English Teacher. Follow Langston:  TikTok: @langstonkerman  Instagram: @langstonkerman X: @LangstonKerman Key Moments: (0:00) Intro (2:09) Why Langston chose Captain Planet (9:05) Similarities between slam poetry and stand up  (17:12) Digital footprint with sketch comedy (20:37) Writing on the Oscars (22:25) Best and worst moments in stand up (37:52) Oversaturation of online comedians (44:31) Working with John Mulaney  (52:34) Final speed round questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin starts the show by taking a look at the sheer number of outdoor apparel brands that are all making pretty much the same products and have the same brand messaging. He and Producer Dave talk about how this situation has created an upside for differentiation and success for the brand who is bold enough to try something different.Eoin Comerford then joins Colin and PD for his weekly look Inside the Outdoor Industry. This week Eoin discusses several notable outdoor brands who are deploying a 'contract to grow' strategy to stabilize their business and create an opportunity for future growth. Eoin also offers his take on the impact that the proposed tariffs by the incoming Trump administration could have on the Outdoor Industry.Colin & Producer Dave then wrap up the episode with their Parting Shots. PD takes a look at the new brand direction by automobile maker Jaguar while Colin defends retailers by throwing a rock at the in-store Christmas music experience.Hurricane Helene Relief Links:Fuel GoodsOutdoor Business Alliance Hurricane Relief FundGoFundMe for Bubba O'LearysWestern North Carolina Hurriance Helene Resource GuideEast Tennessee Foundation Relief FundHead to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Check out our other podcast on the Rock Fight Podcast Network: Gear & Beer! It's a relationship and advice show for those obsessed with the outdoorsy lifestyle.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

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Arif and James are back to discuss the overtime victory over the Bears. We go over Addison's big game, the camera angles allowed to be used in a coach's challenge, momentum, and much more! Eat at Arbys.    Please send any questions or feedback to  or tweet to @norsecodeDN.   If you like our show please donate to   We have merch! You can visit our shop at:   Also a special thank you to DrawPlayDave for our logo and merchandise designs! You can follow him @drawplaydave and visit his main comic page here:

Dan Guttenplan of the BasePath Podcast sits down with Steve Lomasney The Show New England and a former Red Sox prospect, to discuss the changing dynamics of college baseball recruitment. They explore the impact of the NCAA transfer portal on high school recruiting, the evolution of travel baseball, and advise players on successful paths to college and professional baseball. The episode also delves into the experience and rewards of participating in high-profile tournaments like the WWBA World Championships. Concluding with a light-hearted segment, they cover personal baseball experiences and nostalgic reflections on the sport.   Topics   00:35 Evolution of Travel Baseball 01:57 Impact of Transfer Portal on Recruitment 05:00 Advice for Aspiring College Players 07:00 Oversaturation of Travel Baseball 09:03 Showcasing Talent and Recruitment Strategies 12:59 Fall Season and Upcoming Tournaments 17:50 Partnership with the Red Sox 22:52 Three Up, Three Down: Fun Baseball Questions 31:25 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

In this episode of Creative Chats, Mike Brennan opens up about the challenges of creativity and the importance of daily creative habits, sharing invaluable insights and experiences that will ignite your creative spirit. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone passionate about cultivating their creativity. 3 Key Takeaways:

In this episode, we discuss the limitations of relying solely on social media for marketing and offers alternative strategies to attract clients. We highlight the constantly changing algorithms and oversaturation of social media platforms as major challenges. We talk about how diversifying content and focusing on options other than social media is the key you need to build a loyal client base online.The episode concludes with some actionable takeaways and metrics to track your marketing effectiveness.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:30 The Limitations of Relying Solely on Social Media for Marketing06:04 Diversifying Content: Reaching and Engaging Different Audiences09:58 Optimizing Websites: Driving Traffic and Converting Visitors into Clients12:57 The Power of Email Marketing: Building Relationships and Nurturing Connections13:26 Analysing and Adjusting: The Importance of Metrics and ResultsLet's Chat - Send an instant message nowEmpowered Marketing Unleashed, the podcast dedicated to empowering online entrepreneurs to unleash success through effective online marketing, savvy social media strategy and adding new revenue streams using your amazing skills. I'm Cass Duffill and I'm excited to share this journey of empowered marketing success with you! Thanks for listening to Empowered Marketing Unleashed. Get your FREE video training to Master Your Message HERETake the free quiz now to discover Your Personalised Marketing Blueprint! Access the FREE Video Training - 5 Steps to Master Your MessageJoin the FREE GROUP - Heart-Led Entrepreneurs Business Growth HubVisit my website www.cassduffill.comFollow me on Instagram @cassduffillstrategist Follow me on Facebook @CassDuffillStrategist Subscribe to my YouTube channel @CassDuffillStrategy

Send us a textIn this episode of Writers With Wrinkles, Beth and Lisa welcome literary agent and author Ann Rose to discuss the state of the publishing industry, what makes a debut novel stand out, and how to balance writing for the heart and the market.Guest Bio:Ann Rose is a literary agent at Tobias Literary Agency and an author of young adult novels under the pen name A.M. Rose. With a passion for storytelling, she champions books with strong voices and unique concepts. Ann's latest book, The Seemingly Impossible Love Life of Amanda Dean, is set to release on September 17th.Key Discussion Points:Publishing Market Changes: Ann discusses how shifts in how Barnes & Noble stocks books have impacted the middle grade and YA markets.Oversaturation in Publishing: The importance of distinguishing a debut novel in a crowded market and the role of reading debut works in your genre.Horror Genre's Rise: Ann highlights the growing popularity of horror as a genre, particularly for its ability to address complex issues in a non-didactic way.Balancing Heart and Market: Ann shares insights on writing from the heart while ensuring your story stands out in the current market.What Agents Look For: Ann explains what catches her eye in submissions, including strong voice, innovative concepts, and stories that offer a fresh take on familiar tropes.Conclusion:Ann Rose provides actionable advice for aspiring authors on how to navigate the competitive publishing landscape, emphasizing the importance of a unique voice and understanding market trends.Mentioned Links:Ann Rose's book, The Seemingly Impossible Love Life of Amanda Dean, Releases September 17th (link placeholder).The Tobias Literary Agency: www.thetobiasagency.com. Support the Show.Subscribe for updates, cheat sheets, newsVisit the WebsiteTwitter: @BethandLisaPodInsta: @WritersWithWrinklesWriters with Wrinkles Link Tree for more!

The IPL's phenomenal success has inspired a proliferation of T20 leagues globally, but have we reached a point of oversaturation? With multiple leagues sprouting up simultaneously, the cricket calendar has become increasingly congested, leading to concerns about player fatigue, scheduling conflicts, and a potential dilution of the format's appeal.Follow us On: Cricket8: https://cricket8.com/ -- Jarrod Kimber: Website: https://www.goodareas.coYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@JarrodKimberYTYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GoodAreasLiveX: https://x.com/ajarrodkimber-- Rob Barron X: https://x.com/MonsieurJudge-- Megha Sinha Youtube: https://youtube.com/@meghasinha7126?si=VRisxCMpkQbsdZH2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/45YXPLKiGbwvo2Si/?mibextid=LQQJ4dX: https://x.com/MeghaSinha006-- Machel St Patrick Hewitt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/MC21uXUgCRyhrBsL/

Summary In this conversation, the hosts address the recent events and discuss the marketing and branding implications. They also reflect on their 50th episode and share their favorite memories. They then review their past predictions and discuss the success of Meta's Threads, the growth of Disney, and the decline of Nike. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various brands and their strategies, including Nike's struggle with endorsements, Bud Light's image crisis, the growth of the zero-proof beverage market, the success of Skims as a lifestyle brand, and the potential downfall of Taylor Swift's brand. They also touch on the oversaturation of certain brands and the importance of diversification.   Keywords: recent events, marketing, branding, Meta, Threads, Disney, Nike, predictions, brands, Nike, Bud Light, endorsements, image crisis, zero-proof beverages, Skims, Taylor Swift, oversaturation, diversification   Takeaways The recent events have marketing and branding implications that can be leveraged for PR and publicity. Meta's Threads has seen significant growth and has become a viable business opportunity. Disney has turned around its performance, with increased revenue and profitability, especially in its parks division. Nike has experienced a decline in stock and sales, while other brands like Hoka and On Running are gaining popularity in the running market. Nike is struggling with their endorsement-based marketing strategy and needs to find new ways to appeal to their audience. Bud Light's poor corporate response to an image crisis resulted in a decline in sales and a loss of retailer support. The zero-proof beverage market is growing as more people seek healthier alternatives to alcoholic drinks. Skims has successfully transitioned from a shapewear brand to a lifestyle brand, with strong sales and a dedicated following. Taylor Swift's brand may face challenges in the future due to oversaturation and the need for diversification. Titles Meta's Threads: A Surprising Success Nike's Decline: Competition from Other Brands Nike's Struggle with Endorsements Skims: From Shapewear to Lifestyle Brand Sound Bites "This is absolute gold when it comes from PR that attempted assassination, you get up and you fist pump with the American flag behind you." "Threads has 33 million daily active users, over 175 million monthly active users after one year." "Experiences are up significantly and they're now the biggest revenue generation group from Disney." "Nike's struggling right now. They're shit in their pants. Or they're yoga pants." "Nike's entire marketing strategy is all around endorsements. And to your point, nobody cares about celebrities anymore." "I think we are all on the same page for the most part to say, look, that's gonna grow." Chapters 00:00 Recent Events and Marketing Implications 07:04 Meta's Threads: A Surprising Success 14:23 Disney's Turnaround: Increased Revenue and Profitability 21:17 Nike's Decline: Competition from Other Brands 22:46 Nike's Struggle with Endorsements 25:40 Bud Light's Image Crisis and Declining Sales 29:23 The Growth of the Zero-Proof Beverage Market 31:19 Skims: From Shapewear to Lifestyle Brand 38:29 The Potential Downfall of Taylor Swift's Brand 41:19 The Dangers of Oversaturation and the Importance of Diversification

In this episode, Elle catches up with Vee on everything she's been up to over the past few months while she's been gone on maternity leave. Vee shares her takeaways from various sex parties and the personal challenges she's been working through that have made getting sexual more challenging than usual. Overthinking and using labels as a crutch: demisexuality. (1:57)Trying to get sexy when you have a lot of stress in your life. (10:39)Sex party takeaways: Squirting in public. Balancing and communicating with your partner, and using orgasms as stress relief. (13:16)Don't take anything personally: you never know what's going on for someone in their own head and life. (20:19)Likening sex parties to restaurants. If you're not in the mood to participate, how can you leave the night feeling fulfilled and successful? (23:45)Thinking for two at a sex party: how can you meet in the middle as a couple so that you're both satisfied? Being a wingwoman/wingman for your partner so that you're both fulfilled by the experience. (28:46)Turning the conversation sexual: Getting turned on by talking about fantasies. (32:06)Rooftop sex story: being attracted to androgyny. Getting out of your head and acting on instincts. (36:00)The energetic difference when someone is “thirsty” vs when there's no expectations. A subtle expectation for sex when you're at a sex party. (39:37)Oversaturation with sex parties leading to numbness. (41:41)How to work through the feelings when the dynamics change in your polycule. When solo female unicorns leave the lifestyle when they find a monogamous partner. (45:31)Setting intentions for upcoming events. (57:20)Where to find us, and how you can support us:Instagram: @girlsgonedeeppod Merch: girlsgonedeep.com/shopContact: girlsgonedeep@gmail.comWHOREible Life: Get 10% off your deck with code GONEDEEP at whoreiblelife.com Instagram: @wlthegameWoo More Play Affiliate Link: Support us while you shop!

This week on the #WatchTowerFilmPodcast we close out our OG BLOCKBUSTER Month with a blaster bang!We're covering George Lucas' 1977 juggernaut, “Star Wars”! Join us as we deep dive into franchises and their value in cinema, whether or not blockbusters have more than meet the eye, and just how pivotal George Lucas was for the advancement of cinema despite only directing a handful of films. All this and more on this week's show! Please help us by SUBSCRIBING, LIKING, COMMENTING, and SHARING. #WatchTowerFilmPodcast #FilmPodcast #Cinema #IndieFilm #Film #Movies #MoviePodcast #StarWars

This week we have an extra special surprise guest to Kris excitement/dismayKris Minor: @kris_minorDalton Smith: @daddmusicDadgang Hats: https://www.dadgang.co/ Promo Code: DALTON42453We record our video and audio through Ecamm Live check out the software and support the show: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?...StepBrothers Podcast Links:Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stepbrothersInstagram: stepbrotherspodFacebook: stepbrotherspod00:00 Welcome to the Stepbrothers Podcast01:12 Introductions03:47 Pride Month and Juneteenth Celebrations14:52 Controversial Artists and Cancel Culture23:14 Diddy and the Ethics of Supporting Artists32:03 Discussing TV Shows and Series37:24 Karaoke Night Misunderstandings52:35 Reflecting on Stan Culture01:07:18 Oversaturation in the Music Industry01:11:24 The Rise of Mexican OT and 4Batz01:22:46 Dating in 2024: Challenges and Perspectives01:41:00 Podcast Memories and Final ThoughtsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/stepbrotherspod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's The Legendary Ladies Podcast, Amy and Kat are diving into THE BOYS (metaphorically). While season 4 is in full swing, the hosts decided to finally take the plunge and watch the pilot, which they both thoroughly enjoyed. In the course of their discussion, they chat about how the format and pacing of the pilot provided viewers with a shockingly in depth look at the characters for only one episode. They also chat about the open commentary that The Boys seems to be making regarding larger comic book brands like Marvel and DC, and how the idea of "show, don't tell" in this particular pilot seems to be a masterclass for television writers.  All this and more on this week's duo episode!  Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, deleted scenes and ways to join in live on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/thelegendaryladies Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno  Morgan: @Mojotastic Amy: @Amy_Hyp

Jonathan and Daryl discuss whether the addition of an 18th game would be oversaturation for the NFL. 

Jonathan and Daryl discuss whether the addition of an 18th game would be a positive for the league and fans. 

"Everyone and their mother are talking about AI. Every founder releases their 500th GPT wrapper.""AI is all hype, no substance."Or is it? What if our collective perspective is really skewed, and our gathering places are to blame? Here's my take on why indie hackers have a dangerously biased view on what AI businesses are and should look like.This episode is sponsored by Acquire.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/indie-hackers-myopic-view-of-ai/The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/325-indie-hackers-myopic-view-of-aiCheck out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

I had the chance to sit down with the President of the Real Estate Association of Jamaica, Mr. Newton Jonson, at the International Real Estate Conference and Home Owners Expo 2024.

In this episode, Jason and Phill discuss various topics, including Jason's new job, a paranormal experience Phill had, and a listener's observation of a strange noise in a previous episode. They also engage in some light-hearted banter about geography. In this part of the conversation, Phill and Jason discuss a video of a mysterious underwater anomaly called the Blob. They watch the video and speculate about what it could be. They also talk about the recent solar eclipse and their experiences with it. Jason then mentions his appearance in the trailer for the documentary 'Sasquatch and the Missing Man'. They briefly discuss their podcast subscriptions and mention some of their favorite shows. In this episode, Jason and Phill discuss their favorite podcasts and their listening habits. They talk about the podcasts they enjoy, the ones they don't, and the reasons why they continue to listen to certain shows. They also touch on the challenge of finding time to listen to podcasts and the oversaturation of paranormal content. The conversation ends with a discussion about their recent paranormal investigation and upcoming videos.

Congratulations to Taylor Swift for winning the Super Bowl! This week, Bob, Aaron, Chris, and Steve traverse liminal space to bring you their opinions about the Deadpool and Wolverine teaser, comics, the decline in quality of McDonald's Happy Meals, and more!Books: Love Everlasting #12, The Cull #5, Birds of Prey #5, Poison Ivy #19, She-Hulk #5, Dead X-men #1, Sirens of the City #6, The One Hand #1, Hide (graphic novel), Letters on the Wall (Webtoon), Pine and Merrimac #1-2, The Hunger and the Dusk #1-5Other Stuff: Lisa Frankenstein (movie), Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 1, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur Season 2, Argylle (movie), Death and Other Details (TV show), Ooblets (video game), Baldur's Gate 3 (video game)This Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics. The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, Chris Ceary, and John Burkle, who dissect everything comics-related weekly, from breaking news to new releases. Our Twitter handle is @TalkingComics, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

You can find us on Instagram and Twitter - @SketchingUpPodcast Welcome back to Sketching Up! In this episode, the hosts discuss the comic book Outlaw Country and interview the creator, Kylar Merrell. They share their initial reactions to the comic, including confusion about certain plot points and the need for more narration and art detail. The hosts also discuss the motivation behind the story and the influence of comics like The Flash. They speculate on the future of the story and the characters' motivations. The episode concludes with a discussion of upcoming projects and excitement for future episodes. The conversation covers topics related to Wolverine's impact, managing hype in Marvel movies, the oversaturation of comic book movies, and promoting the Sketching Up podcast.

Have you ever thought about the concept of oversaturation? Well, in today's episode, we explore its meaning and how it applies to certain areas of our lives. If you want to support our podcast and have access to our podcast texts, please click the link below. patreon.com/user?u=5078593 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maverick22/message

Jake and Aaron talk about having too much of a good thing, or bad thing, or anything in general. Oversaturation is our topic and it's just enough of a good podcast episode.

In this episode, Marshall and Nick discuss the different preferences and misconceptions surrounding tire shine. They explain the differences between solvent-based and water-based tire shine, emphasizing the importance of understanding the silicone content in dressings. We also address common problems with tire shine, such as sling and improper application, and provide tips for reducing these issues. We recommend using different tire shine products based on the specific vehicle and tire conditions, highlighting the benefits of Quik Shine and Infinite Shine. Overall, they emphasize the importance of assessing the situation and choosing the right tire shine for optimal results. There are different preferences for tire shine, and it's important to understand and respect individual preferences. Solvent-based and water-based tire shine have different characteristics and uses, and it's crucial to choose the right one for the desired outcome. Proper preparation and application techniques can help reduce problems like sling and ensure a better finish. Different vehicles and tire conditions may require different tire shine products, so it's important to assess the situation and choose accordingly. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:49 Different Preferences for Tire Shine 02:03 Variations in Tire Shine Preferences 03:33 Solvent-Based vs. Water-Based Tire Shine 05:41 Misinformation about Silicone in Tire Dressings 06:10 Controlling Shine with Silicone Content 07:32 Different Additives in Solvent and Water-Based Tire Shine 08:20 Problems with Tire Shine: Sling and Improper Application 09:18 Longevity of Solvent-Based Tire Shine 12:13 Issues with Using Solvent-Based Tire Shine on Interiors and Engines 13:28 Preparation and Application to Reduce Sling 18:40 Over-Saturation and Insufficient Drying Time 21:04 Different Tire Shine Choices for Specific Vehicles and Circumstances 26:58 Choosing Quick Shine or Infinite Shine Based on Vehicle Type 31:09 Choosing Tire Shine Based on Tire Condition

Join lifelong best friends as we dive into the very essence of our era on Zeitgeist Zealots — your go-to podcast for all things nerd culture, TV, movies, and the art of distraction from the mundanity of adulting. This week, the boys discuss the much-anticipated spin-off of The Boys, known as Gen V. Did it stick the landing in its finale? Brace yourselves as we unravel the narrative intricacies and share our candid thoughts. And speaking of finales, we plunge headfirst into the multiverse, dissecting and reflecting on the twists and turns of Loki's penultimate episode. With the series hurtling towards its decisive finale, we scrutinize whether it successfully navigates the multiverse into our hearts. Join us for a rollercoaster of emotions as we eagerly await the verdict. But wait, the excitement doesn't end there! As seemingly conclusive storylines wrap up, we assure you that a new chapter is about to unfold! Brace yourselves as a podcast favorite, Invincible, roars back onto our television screens. Can Mark save us from the lull of the multiverse? Tune in to find out and revel in the anticipation with us! Come, be part of the conversation and share in the disappointment, excitement, and everything in between on Zeitgeist Zealots!

Jason interviewed Melody Wright, a housing analyst and strategist, about the housing market. Melody shared her experience in the mortgage industry and her transition into real estate technology. They discussed her pessimistic outlook on the housing market due to issues like inventory shortage, short-term rental properties, and 'shadow leverage'. Melody emphasized that she wasn't predicting a crash but was highlighting the challenges. Melody and Jason also discussed the delay in recording Covid data in Los Angeles County and the importance of triangulating data from multiple sources. They also touched upon the impact of a frozen housing market and the role of short-term rentals in the market. They also discussed the oversaturation of the short-term rental market due to Airbnb's growth strategy, and the trend of institutional investors pulling back. They concluded the conversation with a discussion on the current state and future prospects of the housing market, including the shift towards rental properties. #RealEstateMarketInsights #ShortTermRentals #Airbnb #InventoryIssues #RealEstateTech #MarketAnalysis #HousingTrends #ShadowInventory #ShortTermRentalSaturation #BuildToRent #RentalMarket #HousingAnalyst #HousingStrategy Key Takeaways: Jason's Editorial 1:27 Housing market crash- it's not IF but WHEN 2:25 Everyone's primary thought 7:48 Join our monthly Empowered Investor Pro meeting Melody Wright Interview 8:27 Melody's background 11:33 Shadow leverage and the many layers of the housing market  16:24 The inventory component 25:06 Oversaturation of the short term rental market    Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

Welcome to this episode of Force Ghost Conversations! In this installment, our host talks about oversaturation of media. If you want to continue the conversation, please follow us at the following websites: Twitter = @ForceGhostPodFacebook = Force Ghost ConversationsInstagram = @ForceGhostConversationsYoutube = Force Ghost ConversationsTikTok = @ForceGhostConversationsPatreon = patreon.com/ForceGhostConversations --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/force-ghost-conversations/message

When Oregon legalized recreational cannabis use eight years ago, people flocked from all over the country to either use it for themselves or get in on the ground floor of the burgeoning business. Today cannabis is a billion-dollar industry, producing hundreds of millions of tax dollars each year for state coffers.Oversaturation remains a big problem for Oregon's cannabis industry, and product prices have dropped significantly. Regardless, things are looking up on the national level, with huge breakthroughs on the horizon.

When Oregon legalized recreational cannabis use eight years ago, people flocked from all over the country to either use it for themselves or get in on the ground floor of the burgeoning business. Today cannabis is a billion-dollar industry, producing hundreds of millions of tax dollars each year for state coffers. Oversaturation remains a big problem for Oregon's cannabis industry, and product prices have dropped significantly. Regardless, things are looking up on the national level, with huge breakthroughs on the horizon.

You've gotten the call from God, you feel like you're walking in the path that you were given and then all of a sudden you look around and see so many others who've come before you in that space. You realize that you aren't the only one who was meant to walk in that path. You start thinking "Who am I to think I should be here in this space doing this thing?" The imposter syndrome sits in. And not only the imposter syndrome, but the imposter syndrome in a world of "oversaturation". Instead of getting bogged down about being drowned out in the process, in this episode I help you with 3 things that oversaturation teaches us about our calling.I hope this helps. and if it does, Please message me on IG, share this podcast to your story, and/or leave a review for the show wherever you're listening in from (that's how we get the word out there about this show and get more ears listening in)-----CONNECT WITH ME ON INSTAGRAM -----Podcast Account: @the.official.hype.girlPersonal Account: @itsaaliyahjadeSend me a DM with any questions, feedback, or topic suggestions. I would love to connect with you!-----SPOTIFY PLAYLIST-----Official Hype Girl Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2pLL3MWMLcIZphxIguhfpa?si=5035013f9ed1437e

Lots of football subjects to cover, inclduing how much is too much of "Coach Prime" and Colorado? You'll give the opinions of several on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives returns with a roundtable of guests that include LWOS College Football editor Tony Siracusa, Mike Gill of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and host in Atlantic City five days a week on ESPN 97.9 FM and Steve Carney of StPeteNine.com and college football coverage on "College Gridiron Coast to Coast" feed are the guests.The guys discuss the massive interest in Deion and the Colorado Buffaloes. Is it good for the game? Will it sustain? How long will "Coach Prime" remain a college football coach? The debate is very interesting.There's also NFL talk on storylines for all the unbeaten teams, is Bryce Young already overmatched in Carolina, what about the massive TV numbers still continuing and some intriguing matchups for this week like the Buccaneers hosting the Eagles on Monday night football, too.Steve has insight on the Rays newly announced stadium deal and whether or not it will actually happen to keep the team in Tampa Bay long term? Mike has more on the Phillies headed into the post-season and much more, as well.It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spofiy, Google, etc.!And, stay engaged with all of the content at www.lastwordonsports.com/podcasts

Lots of football subjects to cover, inclduing how much is too much of "Coach Prime" and Colorado? You'll give the opinions of several on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives returns with a roundtable of guests that include LWOS College Football editor Tony Siracusa, Mike Gill of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and host in Atlantic City five days a week on ESPN 97.9 FM and Steve Carney of StPeteNine.com and college football coverage on "College Gridiron Coast to Coast" feed are the guests.The guys discuss the massive interest in Deion and the Colorado Buffaloes. Is it good for the game? Will it sustain? How long will "Coach Prime" remain a college football coach? The debate is very interesting.There's also NFL talk on storylines for all the unbeaten teams, is Bryce Young already overmatched in Carolina, what about the massive TV numbers still continuing and some intriguing matchups for this week like the Buccaneers hosting the Eagles on Monday night football, too.Steve has insight on the Rays newly announced stadium deal and whether or not it will actually happen to keep the team in Tampa Bay long term? Mike has more on the Phillies headed into the post-season and much more, as well.It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spofiy, Google, etc.!And, stay engaged with all of the content at www.lastwordonsports.com/podcasts

On today's Earn & Grow Show, we're answering some questions from the community! 1. Is my niche too small? 2. Do i build a free or paid community? 3. is my niche oversaturated? We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com

The charter fishing industry is certainly a competitive market and more and more new charters seem to be popping up. Rick wants to know if the guys think each region should have an entry cap on how many charters could be in any given area. Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 210 [1:20] Tropics Report [2:45] Northeast Report [12:35] East Central Report [17:02] Florida Keys Report [22:43] 10,000 Islands Report [30:54] Southwest Report [51:52] Northwest Report [56:09] Panhandle Report [58:47] Florida Fishing Wrap-Up A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • D.O.A. Lures • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats  • Academy Sports + Outdoors • Ocean Waves Sunglasses

Don lights up some Phuse HoneyHoles with Tony and Mitchel, the founders and growers at Lava Leaf Organics, a licensed cannabis producer and retail operation in northern New Mexico. In this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of cannabis regulations. The discussion covers the transition from early medical programs to the complexities of the new recreational regulatory framework. Discover why compliance is a paramount concern for all cannabis businesses, and learn about the challenges they face in adhering to the ever-changing rules. Explore the intricacies of cannabis enforcement and how Lava Leaf Organics navigates these challenges with expertise and dedication. * Pharmers Quality Concentrates: Instagram Interested in sharing your insights with the cannabis community? Reach out to us at thepharmtable@pharmersquality.com.

Andrew Rogers and Ravi Lulla talk about Nebraska football practice, Matt Rhule's comments on what they're strategy is leading up to the first game of the season and more Tune into Coffee & Cream from 7-10 am AM 590 ESPN Omaha each week day. You can also catch the final hour of the show in Lincoln on 101.5fm and 1280am. Hail Varsity Radio is brought to you by http://GoCurrency.com  Follow Andrew on social: Twitter: http://twitter.com/andrewrogerscc  Instagram: http://instagram.com/arog_sports  Follow Damon on twitter: http://twitter.com/damonbenning  Follow Hurrdat Sports on social: Twitter: http://twitter.com/hurrdatsports  Instagram: http://instagram.com/hurrdatsports  Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/hurrdatsports  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HurrdatSports About Coffee & Cream: Wake up with Andrew Rogers and Damon Benning on Hail Varsity Radio. Every morning from 7-10 a.m. on AM Radio Omaha on AM 590 ESPNCoffee and Cream stirs up the best news in Nebraska sports. Whether you're in the car, at the office, or on the sofa enjoying your favorite cup of joe, make sure you're listening to Coffee and Cream on Hail Varsity Radio. Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the Key to Social Media Success! Watch this video where I discuss the concept of becoming oversaturated in the social media world and the importance of maintaining a strong presence. Learn valuable lessons that can elevate your online presence: - Volume Matters: In the crowded online space, posting frequently is essential to ensure your message reaches a wider audience. Discover how consistency and volume can significantly increase your visibility and engagement. - Value-Driven Content: Unlock the secret to success by committing to delivering value through your content. When you genuinely believe in the positive impact of your message, oversaturation becomes a thing of the past. - Embrace Unfollows: Not everyone will resonate with your content, and that's alright. Focus on providing value to those who appreciate your message and understand that unfollows are a natural part of the online journey. Ready to take your social media game to the next level? Click the link below to watch the video now and gain valuable insights on how to thrive in the competitive world of social media!

I am thrilled to announce the release of our latest podcast episode featuring a special guest, Ellis Tran, the account exec for PadSplit. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of real estate and explore some fascinating insights that you won't want to miss. Here are three key takeaways from this episode: 1️⃣ The Power of Networking: Ellis Tran has been instrumental in putting PadSplit on the map through his exceptional networking skills. He has been attending meetings, hosting events, and making valuable connections within the industry. His dedication and passion for building relationships have helped PadSplit gain traction and make significant progress in recent months. It's a reminder of the importance of networking and how it can propel your business forward. 2️⃣ Innovative Housing Solutions: PadSplit's unique model combines affordability and creativity, allowing individuals to enter the housing market with minimal cash. Ellis discusses the benefits of this approach and how it has attracted a lot of interest, particularly from the Pace Morby crowd. By addressing the oversupply issue and leveraging the PadSplit model, investors can find a genius solution to housing challenges. It's a fascinating concept that showcases the power of thinking outside the box. 3️⃣ Expansion Plans: PadSplit is not resting on its laurels. With partnerships and growing interest from investors nationwide, the company has ambitious plans to open 26 new markets. Ellis shares insights into the company's expansion strategy and the exciting opportunities it presents for real estate enthusiasts. It's a testament to the success and potential of PadSplit and a reminder that growth and innovation go hand in hand. I highly recommend tuning in to this episode to gain valuable insights from Ellis Tran and learn more about the fascinating world of real estate. You can find the full episode on our podcast platform. Don't forget to like, share, and leave a comment to let us know your thoughts! #RealEstate #PodcastEpisode #Networking #Innovation #ExpansionPlans Key Takeaways 04:56 Real estate investing. 06:28 Converting single-family homes. 10:07 Benefits for the residents. 12:41 Redesigning the co-living spaces. 16:39 Horror story of a situation. 18:05 Affordable housing crisis. 20:11Co-living and affordable housing. 23:38 Oversaturation of Airbnb market. 25:30 Affordable housing and social good. Connect with Ellis Tran Email:  ellis@padsplit.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/PadSplit/ Website: www.padsplit.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/padsplit LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ellis-tran-75b21461/ Book some time with Ellis: https://padsplit.chilipiper.com/book/me/ellis-tran We're so grateful for all the support from our listeners. Thank you for tuning in to The AZREIA Show! Stay tuned for more amazing content and inspiring guests. #podcast    ---- The Arizona Real Estate Investors Association provides its members the education, market information, support, and networking opportunities that will further the member's ability to successfully invest in Real Estate. Join AZREIA here. Is a Career in Real Estate Right For You? Take AZREIA's Real Estate Investing Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment at  

Clint joins Matt and Adam to discuss the 2023 NBA draft. Then they break down Portland's Dame dilemma and talk about the future of the Pistons and Kings

HAPPY TUESDAY, DOSERS! Today we talk about how we all got punked by Ariana Madix and Sofi when we thought she was moving out... we also cover the stupid (sorry, not sorry) drama over on Summer House and how tired I am of Danielle and the cliquey girls.  THANK YOU FOR THE RATINGS AND REVIEWS!!!  This show is sponsored by the incredible IYLIA WINE! Made in Spain and shipped directly to your house! My favorite this week is the Moscatelle! Use code DAILY20 for 20 percent off!  www.iylia.com  Make sure to follow me on Instagram and Tiktok! Don't forget to join the Daily Dose of Dana Facebook group! Did you know you can watch the whole show on my Youtube Channel! I record my episodes using Riverside.FM! Make sure to check them out!    

PUBLISHER SUPPORT •Is “graphic novel” the right word for what we sell? •Night Farters. •Patrick is okay again. •Dungeons and Dragons. •Our 15th Anniversary Party was a swell time! •Our (separate) C2E2 adventures. •2023 sales-to-date (spoiler: not good). •Oversaturation! •DANGER! And Other Unknown Risks. •Thanks, Patrons! Contest of Challengers #632

Have you been stressing about an oversaturated doula market, what programs and equipment you need to start your birth podcast, or the logistics of hosting a membership?If you've been wondering how to embrace your “competition” as a birthworker, how to start your podcast out on the right foot, and how to add the most value into your childbirth education curriculum, then get out a pen and paper, this episode is for you.Every Friday, I answer your biggest questions right here on the podcast.This week, we'll talk about:Why there will never be enough doulas in the world…The ins and outs of podcast equipment…The one step to both simplify and JAM PACK your childbirth education membership with value...… and a whole lot more!To submit a question for next week's podcast, click here.Press play so you can learn how to grow your doula business to levels of success you've only dreamed of!Resources mentioned:>> Click here to sign up for Airtable for free!>>Garageband>>Squarespace>>Buzzsprout>>Canva>>Otter>>RevNext week, the doors are opening to our Childbirth Educator Program. For five days next week, you can jump in as a founding member and you save 50%!! Click here to get on the waitlist ASAP. Are you feeling the call to Birthwork? I've got you covered! DM me “Impact” on Instagram and I'll share the details on how to get started.Ready to turn your in-person doula business into a crazy successful online business, too? I've got you. Click here and join me inside the Birthworker Membership.Don't forget to check out the blog post at www.birthworker.com/32 or follow along over on Instagram @theautonomymommy or @birthworkerpodcast for more. If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you're listening from. After you review the show - snap a pic and upload it here - and I'll send you a little surprise as a thank you.Your feedback helps this podcast grow and I wouldn't be here if it weren't for you!

When I created The Academy of Breath, I just wanted to share the practices that I'd fallen in love with with a few people. And now, I've seen over 425 people go completely change their life by dedicating themselves to 12 weeks of learning the science and spirituality behind breathwork and meditation. This conversation with AOB alumni, Emily Pogany, is just a raw and real convo about how breathwork became so pivotal in our own lives, as well as the lives of our clients, and why we believe breathwork has become SO popular and mainstream.Learn more + enroll in The Academy of Breath by going to join.academyofbreath.org ❤️ Resources for Emily:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM Resources:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | PODCAST | THE ACADEMY OF BREATHStay Up To Date:● Follow @TheAlchemizedLife and @iamavajohanna on Instagram● Subscribe to Newsletter● Visit AvaJohanna.com or TheAlchemizedLife.com

It's never been easier for artists to release music and find an audience in any corner of the world. Likewise, it's never been more difficult for artists to break through the noise. The Internet and streaming services have created a double-edged sword for rising artists. To discuss this, Tatiano Cirisano joined me on the show. Tati is a music analyst at MIDiA Research and a former reporter at Billboard.Tati released a research piece a few weeks ago that argues the music industry is oversaturated and fragmented — more than ever before. This shift has created a new class system for artists.In Group 1 are artists that reached prominence pre-streaming in a less cluttered marketplace (e.g. Beyonce or AC/DC). Class 2 consists of artists who rose in parallel with the proliferation of streaming. Drake and Taylor Swift fall into this category. And then there's the Class 3, that includes newer artists, who try to cultivate audiences in today's hyper-competitive landscape against the other two groups. Tati believes the trend line for the music industry's fragmentation is clearly pointing up. To understand how we got here, why it matters, and how it redefines success, you'll want to listen to our interview. Here's our biggest talking points: [3:11] Why consumption is now fragmented[8:41] Music superstars losing their reach[10:55] Modern artists valuing fame less than prior generations[13:24] Benefits to fragmentation[14:48] Updated benchmark for artist success[16:50] Active vs. passive listening[18:53] Music industry is still tied to album sales[25:34] Artists segmenting audiences by platform[30:18] Trap of taking users off native platforms[32:59] Content is becoming more important than the creator[37:35] YouTube and other potential outlier platforms for audience-building You can read Tati's full report here: https://midiaresearch.com/blog/music-is-not-a-level-playing-field-it-is-a-field-of-all-levelsListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SoundCloud | Stitcher | Overcast | Amazon | Google Podcasts | Pocket Casts | RSSHost: Dan Runcie, @RuncieDan, trapital.coGuests: Tatiana Cirisano, @tatianacirisano  Sponsors: MoonPay is the leader in web3 infrastructure. They have partnered with Timbaland, Snoop Dogg, and many more. To learn more, visit moonpay.com/trapital Enjoy this podcast? Rate and review the podcast here! ratethispodcast.com/trapital Trapital is home for the business of hip-hop. Gain the latest insights from hip-hop's biggest players by reading Trapital's free weekly memo. TRANSCRIPTION[00:00:00] Tatiana Cirisano: Fame is actually really low on the list of priorities of artists today. And whether that's because they don't really want it or because they just don't think it's achievable is kind of another layer to that, but the top two things are earning a sustainable income and achieving recognition within their scene. Artists' definitions of success are changing, but I don't know if the music industry is really catching onto that or really supporting that because the music business is a hits business and record labels are trying to create superstars and drive culture.[00:00:38] Dan Runcie: Hey, welcome to The Trapital podcast. I'm your host and the founder of Trapital, Dan Runcie. This podcast is your place to gain insights from executives in music, media, entertainment, and more, who are taking hip-hop culture to the next level. [00:00:58] Dan Runcie: Today's conversation is all about why the stars of today cannot be compared to the stars of yesterday in the music industry. And when I'm talking about yesterday, I'm not talking about 20, 30 years ago. I'm talking about three, four, even five years ago. The era that Drake and even a Post Malone and some of these other artists came up in cannot be compared to what's happening with the artist today and that's as it relates to streaming, as it relates to TikTok, and all the ways that things are fragmented in the creator economy. And it was great to be joined by Tatiana Cirisano. She is a music industry analyst at MIDiA Research, where she has written some insightful pieces and breakdowns on this topic in a whole lot more. We talked about the impacts and the current landscape of the streaming era, what it looks like for artists that are prioritizing their growth and perfecting what they can do on one platform as opposed to spreading it on others. We also talked about some of the trade-offs and some of the challenges for artists in the creator economy and a whole lot more. She does some great research on this topic. So definitely check out the work she does at MIDiA Research if you haven't yet, here's our conversation. Hope you enjoy it. All right, today, we are joined by music industry analyst, Tati Cirisano, who is going to help us solve all of the music industry problems today. Are you ready? [00:02:22] Tatiana Cirisano: One can hope. I'll do my best. [00:02:25] Dan Runcie: So what sparked this conversation was a really insightful piece that you had put out recently through MIDiA Research, and this was about the different levels of artists and where they are specifically in the streaming era. And you had this really good breakdown on how you had the artists that were already established in the streaming era such as your AC/DCs or your Beyoncés, they were established before streaming became a thing. You had the artists that were, folks like your Drakes or even your Taylor Swifts that rose while streaming was really huge. And then you have your artists today. Could you talk a little bit about how that differentiation between those groups impacts success and what achieving success looks like today?[00:03:11] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, no, absolutely. And I'll kind of back up a little bit to what is underlying all of that, which is just the fragmentation of consumption. And that's something that we study a lot at MIDiA, and it basically means that, you know, with people able to, through streaming, access all the music they could ever want to and listen at any time that they want to, and also with these increasingly sophisticated algorithms kind of pushing people to niches. It follows that there's kind of less mainstream moments or mainstream stars and more of these stars just for individuals and their communities or their niches. And I think that's something that we've all kind of experienced at some point, like, maybe there's an artist that you're obsessed with and all of your friends love, and you mention it to a friend that is in another circle and they're like, who's that? I mean, I get that reaction. I've gotten that reaction talking about Bad Bunny before, and he is the top streamed artist in the world. So I think we've all had like this anecdotal experience of you think that something is mainstream, but it's not as mainstream as you think it is and that is the fragmentation at work. So this is happening on a really, really accelerated scale now. Just because of how everything is online and on demand and because of these algorithms. So we're in this situation where the artists that are competing today are in a much more oversaturated and fragmented landscape where it's a lot harder to have a mainstream impact than the artists that were even chasing success three years ago, five years ago, ten years ago. So the way that I had kind of broken it down, and I think you could actually break it down way further, which I think we're going to talk about is yeah, the artists that came up before all of this, pre-streaming, really, which are the AC/DCs, even a little bit of like the Beyoncés, and because they built their fan bases at a time before everything was so fragmented and cluttered, they're still, like, building on that today. They're still kind of riding that wave. And then you have the artists who came up kind of in the beginning of streaming and before all the second-order impacts happened. So basically streaming did democratize the playing field. It did make it so that way more artists could find their audiences. And there were all these benefits at the beginning, and artists like Drake, and Taylor Swift, and Ed Sheeran really benefited from that. But now we're at a point where streaming has also contributed to this really oversaturated landscape, this really fragmented landscape. And it's only getting more and more so every year. And so the artists that are competing in that landscape now face really, really unique challenges, yet they're still competing in the same field as the Drakes, as the Beyoncés, as the AC/DCs. So because so much of this change has happened in just, like, 5 or 10 years, we're in a situation where the artists of today have very, very different challenges than, I think, even the artists of 2020, like, the pace of fragmentation is just insane. And I have data on that too, that I can share. [00:06:00]Dan Runcie: Yeah. It would be great to dig more into that 'cause you've mentioned in 2020. I look back on that year, especially, maybe the year leading into that, Billie Eilish was someone that was being talked about more and more, and she, of course, ended up sweeping the Grammys that year. But even when she came up, things are even more different now than back then, to your point. [00:06:20] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah. I really like the data that BPI pulls on this in their, I think it's called All About the Music. They have this annual report, and they look at, this is only in the UK, but they look at what percentage of total annual audio streams go towards the top 100 tracks? So, like, how much the hits are dominating basically? And that percentage has halved, more than halved, in the past 5 years. So you see that, like, we still have superstars, but their impact is just kind of lessening. And more, more consumption is going towards sort of like the mid-tier of artists, but it's spread across them. So it's just harder and harder to kind of have an impact. So, yeah, I think Billie Eilish is, it's funny, I feel like she's such a tough one because I try to use her as examples all the time, and I'm always like, but she is the exception to every rule because she is, like, such a talent. And, you know, I feel like it's hard to use her as an example in things, but I do think that she even came up in a much less cluttered space. I think that was like, more like 2017, 2018 pre- TikTok. And that's actually another division that I would make, like yes, because of TikTok, the app itself, but also because of the fragmentation that it kind of has fostered and that other platforms are now following the footsteps of.[00:07:38] Dan Runcie: It's interesting because the BPI data is essentially telling us that a superstar has around half the reach that they may be once did, or half of that footprint that they did. And it's one of those things where, of course, there's that cultural aspect of wanting to feel like something is big enough, so that, yeah, you're not asking your friends about Bad Bunny. And even though he's a global superstar, people still don't know who he is, but is this necessarily an issue as it relates to artists? Because a lot of it does reflect on the expectations that someone may have for their career, so I wonder has the industry itself adapted to the expectations, right? I think a lot of folks understand that no one is necessarily going to have that 1960s Beatlemania level of fame, or even 1980s, Michael Jackson level of fame. But do you feel like people have come around to the fact that no one is going to have 2015 Drake or 2014 Taylor Swift level of fame? Do you feel like that has sunk in yet? [00:08:41] Tatiana Cirisano: That's a really good question. That's a really, really good question because so much of this is about, like, how we define success in the first place, right? So at MIDiA, we do these surveys of creators where one of the questions we ask every year is what is your definition of success? And we're finding that, while in the past, the music industry was very much associated with, like, fame and fortune, and like, that was kind of, like, what you're going after as an artist. Fame is actually really low on the list of priorities of artists today. It's the last thing. And whether that's because they don't really want it or because they just don't think it's achievable is kind of another layer to that that I'm not sure the answer to, but the top two things that they choose are earning a sustainable income and achieving recognition within their scene. And I think that's why so many artists are sort of enticed by the creator economy model because that's what you're doing, right? You're earning a sustainable living from, you know, your biggest fans or the people that are recognizing you within your scene. There's a lot of problematic things about the creator economy and maybe that's for another episode, but like, I think that what I'm trying to say is I think that artists' definitions of success are changing, but I don't know if the music industry is really catching onto that or really supporting that because the music business is a hits business and record labels are trying to create superstars and drive culture. And if the mainstream is almost nonexistent these days, like how do you do that? I do think that the sort of silver lining to it is that these sort of like more niche communities behind these, like, smaller stars are more engaged anyways. So it's like, do you want this, like, are you trying to go after this passive majority that, you know, maybe isn't ever going to be that engaged with your music, or would you rather go from a bottom-up approach and kind of find your audience, your niche, and builds from there. And I think that that can be really, really powerful, and we're kind of entering this age of like cult stars rather than superstars in that sense. I forget what you even. Ask me that launch beyond this rant. [00:10:52] Dan Runcie: That was good though. [00:10:54] Tatiana Cirisano: Those are my thoughts on success.[00:10:55] Dan Runcie: Yeah. I feel like that was relevant though that, 'cause cult stars is a great way to capture this because I think shadowing back to the first thing that you said fab and fortune were so linked from the legacy of the music industry. And in many ways, they were linked that you couldn't really achieve one without the other. There was no one that was making 10 million a year from music as an artist that people really didn't know about to a certain level in terms of their take-home pay, not in terms of, you know, the money that they're generating, but today it's completely different. And of course, yeah, we mentioned how someone like Bad Bunny may be unknown to those outside of the circles. But I think we see this even more so because it's easier to achieve some of those fortunes without that same level of fame. I look at someone like Russ who, you know, he shares his TuneCore receipts and how, I forget whatever number he is pulling in, whether it's 6 figures a week or a month, or however much he's getting there, but he's clearly showing that he can pull in millions. And I mean, Russ, his music doesn't hit my circles, and if anything, the more news I hear about Russ is more related to his earnings and how he manages as an independent artist, not necessarily his music itself. And I think that speaks to me not necessarily being in that cult itself, right? But I still think that there is a space and opportunity for those artists that clearly want the fame and the fortune. You know, if you want to be able to perform in an arena and sell it out and gross, however many millions or, you know, doing the same thing in stadiums, you do have to likely follow a lot of the same traditional things from that path level, but still, even fame from that perspective doesn't hit the same way that it did. So it's a really fascinating time, and yeah, I think a lot of it does go back to both artists' expectations and the industry expectations, if the industry and the artists still have these dreams of thinking that artists can reach the levels of fame that artists did even 6, 7 years ago, then that's where people should probably be taking, 'cause I've had this conversation with so many people and they'll mention examples like, oh, well look at BTS. Oh, well look at Bad Bunny. Oh, well look at so and so, and I do think that there's something to be said for just the global aspect of the fame is just how music is reaching in different areas, and maybe that probably reflects that the people that are closest to that global superstar level, maybe just because of how saturated the US is, they're more likely to come from elsewhere, but who knows? [00:13:24] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, no. And there's also, like, a lot of benefits to this fragmentation, right? Like I feel like I, the way I'm talking about this is very like doom and gloom. but it's also very beneficial to, like, the middle tier and long tail of artists that, you know, they're actually able to have audiences. The tricky thing though is that it's still so hard to break through. It's such a fascinating conversation to have because whenever we present this data on fragmentation and our thinking around it, the question from labels is always like, okay, but how do we drive culture? How do we create those moments? How do we make something mainstream? And I think there's an opportunity to kind of, like, labels are really top heavy, right? They're focusing on like the top three artists in their roster, making them superstars, and I feel like there's maybe an opportunity to spread resources more evenly across the middle and create those kind of cult stars that we were just talking about. So I think it is about changing your definition of success. I just don't know, you know, if the music industry wants to. But I might have to, I don't know. [00:14:22] Dan Runcie: Yeah, because to your point, it could be potentially even more profitable to reflect the current playing field and invest in the people that have these niches, and knowing that even though it's not going to reach everyone if this person is reaching their tribe of people, then they can double down on that. And it could probably end up being even more successful, you investing all your resources to sell you know, three artists on your roster telling that they can be the next Drake.[00:14:48] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, no, and talking about this is reminding me too of I think we both wrote about the Gunna and The Weeknd album release week, like, whenever that was, time is flying. I think that was like earlier in the year. And how, even though the weekend is like objectively a household name, a bigger star, Gunna had this more engaged niche fan base that, you know, latched onto this P phenomenon and it ended up vaulting him maybe into the mainstream. 'cause the album debuted at number one. So it's like, which of those scenarios is success? You know, like the P phenomenon that happened, so many people didn't even know that that was going on. It totally bypassed, like, the majority of the population, right? But for the target audience, it felt mainstream. And I think that that's like, what's so different about this current moment is that something can feel mainstream to that circle, but totally bypass the rest of the population. [00:15:42] Dan Runcie: Yeah. And there's so many factors at play in that that gets into this broader question that I've been thinking a lot about in terms of what does the closest thing we have to a benchmark for success look like, right? Because someone could easily look at that weekend that The Weeknd releases Dawn FM, and Gunna releases his album and Gunna outsells him, and then someone can think, oh, well, look at Gunna, you know, already selling more than the guy that performed at the Super Bowl. But if you look at it another way, The Weeknd is selling out stadiums right now and one of a handful of artists that can do that. And I love Gunna, I think he's had a great rise in everything, but he's nowhere near being able to sell out that much, at least in terms of where he is in his career right now. He could get there someday, but he's not there right now. So I feel like even that makes me wonder, okay, is streaming itself as a predictor for concert tickets or other things becoming harder to inform what it is really reflecting, or is that just its own individual metric that we are looking at? [00:16:50] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, I think it is becoming harder to use stream counts as a metric for fandom and for culture because I think those things are building off of streaming platforms. Like, fandom is building on, you know, TikTok or Twitch or wherever, whereas streaming is a lot more of a passive activity. So that's another thing is like, I feel like we need new metrics and one of them is, like, active versus passive listening, which is something that's kind of hard to track. How do you do that as a streaming platform? So yeah, I think streams don't always equal fans and that's becoming more and more true. It's just, it's a lot harder to discern. [00:17:31] Dan Runcie: Yeah. And that goes back into this broader question of the Billboard 200 and how it's trying to both combine streams, and pure album sales, and all these things to get to these numbers that we have. And it's becoming tougher and tougher to use that as a metric of what success is. If anything, these things are more reflecting, marketing budgets than they are popularity of the actual underlying music. And although the marketing was always tied with it, this is another thing that's separating further and further. And it reminds me of something that I know that MIDiA has talked about often in terms of measuring the success for these superstars when they do release albums. Remember Mark had that breakdown about Adele and how it should be, how her album for 30, we can't even compare what she had done when 25 came out in 2015, different era. She did pure CD sales and you could do that in 2015. You can't do that now. Although I think that vinyls have brought back an interesting conversation with some of this, but still it's difficult to do that, and it's making me think again because you had something similar when we looked at Beyoncé and I don't think you can necessarily compare Renaissance's numbers to Lemonade or the self-titled album before that. And we're going to have this conversation again when Taylor Swift's Midnight album comes out in a couple of months.[00:18:53]Tatiana Cirisano: No, it's so true. And I actually, I had that exact conversation with someone recently about, you know, the Billboard 200 and the Hot 100 and how it's not necessarily measuring, there's a lot of places that get left out from that count in terms of how people are consuming music. Like, I think so much of listening is happening and the fandom around it is happening off platform these days or off DSPs. It's happening like on TikTok and all these other spaces, in games, you know, wherever. And I don't know if we're accurately measuring that. I also don't think that, like I said, we're measuring so much, you know, active versus passive listening and these sort of segments of fans on streaming. Like, streaming kind of equates everyone as the same consumer, right, whether you're a super fan or whether you just press play on a playlist and sit back, you're still paying the same. You're still kind of equated as the same thing. So the question is how should we measure success today? Or how should we measure cultural impact? It's so hard 'cause I think in a lot of ways it goes beyond music. Like, if you're an artist who has really had a cultural impact, that impact is transcending music anyway, and that's kind of what it means to be like an icon or to be a cultural icon in that way. So I don't know. It's a really tough not to crack. Like, a lot of these things are qualitative, right? Like, how do you measure the cultural impact that something has? And I don't think that it necessarily parallels with commercial success. Like, you can have something that had a, a huge cultural impact for a certain group, but didn't really hit the charts or change the way that people think about making music, but didn't really hit consumers the same way. So now I'm just ranting and rambling.[00:20:34] Dan Runcie: Let's explore this a bit though. [00:20:36] Tatiana Cirisano: It's tough. [00:20:37] Dan Runcie: Let's explore a bit though because you brought up this point about active versus passive listening. So if I'm understanding you correctly, even if we started there, active listening is Gunna's album's coming out, I'm a Gunna fan, it's midnight. I want to press play and hear this album on Friday morning. [00:20:55] Tatiana Cirisano: That would be a great metric to know is, right, and I guess we have first-day streams as kind of an indicator. [00:21:01] Dan Runcie: But I guess you're saying, that's different from passive listening, which may be it's Friday. I just want to put RapCaviar on and then boom, RapCaviar has eight tracks that are going to be in the first 20 tracks that I just play as I'm going to work or something.[00:21:17] Tatiana Cirisano: Right. Exactly. And I think that's where it's more and more difficult to know, and it would be really helpful information for artists to have as well because if you're going to go this route that we've been talking about of, you know, finding your niche and finding your biggest fans and sort of going from a bottom-up approach in this fragmented environment, trying to become a cult star, you need to know who your most active listeners are, and I think that's really hard for artists to know today. [00:21:43] Dan Runcie: I think part of the other challenge, too, with any type of metric is that the music industry itself is still tied to album sales. So anything that can translate back to that will always be there. So even if streams is how majority of music consumption is happening, as it relates to chart performance, it's always going to be challenging from that perspective because I feel like the resurgence of vinyl brings back an opportunity to push these things. I look at how well Harry Styles' album had performed, but a majority of the sales from that album was because of the vinyl that he had that was sold with it. But given all the shortages, how much of Harry Styles' performance is based on the pure demand that he had, which I know, obviously, he sold them. But because of how high his number is relative to, let's say some other artists that are signed to Sony and Columbia, what if they had the same type of inventory? I think that I had similar questions thinking about whether it was a Beyoncé or even a Kendrick Lamar. If they had the amount of vinyl inventory that he had, would it be a completely different discussion? I feel like the two of them maybe had around 300,000 or so first-week album sales, Harry Styles was over half a million. But if we were to still give them all the same inventory on that perspective, what that would look like? So there's all these ways that when you look at the data, it's telling you completely different things, but people are still just responding to the top line revenue number, and it brings us back into this whole thing that we just talked about with Gunna versus The Weeknd where it's like, okay. Yep, these numbers may tell you something, but when you really dig in, it's something completely different. So it becomes a mess to try to quantify. [00:23:37]Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, exactly. You hit the nail on the head.[00:23:39] Dan Runcie: Yeah, because the comparison I've always had as a joke is like let's say that the music industry was still stuck on trying to measure everything by DVD and VHS sales, right? So they had some amalgamation of some calculation that had whatever percentage of streams that you had on Netflix that was weighted with this, plus how many VHS sales you had, plus how many DVD sales, and this gives you a DVD equivalent unit. If you presented that metric to someone, someone would be like, that is the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard in my life. [00:24:13] Tatiana Cirisano: Right, right. [00:24:13] Dan Runcie: They would laugh at you out of the door, but that's what we've normalized in the music at this time.[00:24:19] Tatiana Cirisano: That's what we're doing. Isn't that just a metaphor for so much? Yeah, it's true. I also think it goes back to exactly what you're saying about, maybe these charts are more indicating the marketing budget and you know, how they decided about bundles or we're going to sell vinyl or whatever we're going to do to try to make it to the top of the charts. And I wonder what these charts would look like weighted differently, or we are talking about fragmentation. It's so fascinating to look at, you know, the charts across different platforms and see that they're totally different. So I do wonder a lot, like what are we actually measuring when we're looking at, you know, the Hot 100 or the Billboard 200.[00:24:57] Dan Runcie: Great question and great segue, too, 'cause I wanted to chat with you about this, how you look at a lot of these platform charts, especially the non-digital streaming providers and the artists who are on the top look completely different. You even see this a little bit with some of the DSPs as well, where some of the artists on top of your Amazon and Apple music may look a little different from what you see on Spotify. What's your take on that overall and do you think that artists themselves should be keeping this in mind when they are focusing or when they are thinking about how best to build an audience? [00:25:34] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, no. I mean, I think that it's just another really apparent reflection of the fragmentation that's happening. And I think it does make sense knowing all this as an artist to rather than try and dominate every platform, which is next to impossible, trying to kind of find where you fit in and dominate there. And that is sort of like that bottom-up approach, but from a platform perspective, and also might, like, reduce the feeling from artists that they need to be, you know, popular everywhere and they need to be churning out content on every platform and all that. I think the risk though, is that, especially when we're talking about non-DSP, there's artists that maybe have the most followers on TikTok, but they're not being followed for their music. They're being followed 'cause they make funny videos or their song has the most uses because it's become a joke that people are sharing around and not as many people are streaming it offline. So I think it is a good idea as an artist to maybe figure out what platform fits you best, but you also need to understand, like, the particular sort of idiosyncrasies of each of those platforms. I also think, I think you've written about this a lot like segmenting your audience across platforms as a strategy. And I think that's another way that you can kind of use this information as an artist if you know that you have an audience on one platform that is looking for this specific thing and another, that's looking for another, why not, you know, release your full album on Spotify, but you know, the deluxe edition only on Patreon for your biggest supporters or something like that. Or even, there's this indie artist mxmtoon, who I think is a really interesting example of like a modern-day sort of artist slash creator where she has a presence on pretty much every platform. YouTube, she has a podcast, she's on TikTok, she has like a Discord, I think. But every single one of those is used for something totally different. And she has audiences that kind of funnel through all of them. But YouTube is where she does ukulele tutorials and, like, TikTok is where she does Q and As, and the Discord is where the true fans go to congregate. And that's also a path that may be unsustainable for a lot of artists, and I don't like, I'm not trying to suggest that everyone should be on every platform, you know, there are eight octopus arms, like doing all the things. I think that's one of the, like, things that's problematic about the creator economy, but, but yeah, I do think that it's really valuable for artists to understand this fragmentation and how it plays out on different platforms because I do think there are ways to navigate that and kind of use it to your advantage. [00:28:07] Dan Runcie: There's definitely a benefit to focus here. And this, as you mentioned, spans beyond artists. It does look at everyone that is a creator. And maybe just for clarity for the folks listening, when we're talking about DSPs, we're specifically talking about the ones that a lot of people are paying monthly subscriptions to, so your Spotify, Amazon, Apple music. When we're talking about non- DSPs, we're talking about the place where you could still hear music and artists can still build platforms, but they're not in the same type of way as the other. So we're talking about TikTok, we're also talking about YouTube and maybe some of the other platforms there, although YouTube does have some hybrid tendencies there, but to level set that piece of it. I do think that focus helps a lot because I look at someone like an NBA YoungBoy and how he's been able to just blow up and dominate on YouTube. That takes time of really understanding the algorithm, understanding what works here, and just given how big the platform is that did help him grow and have traction on Apple music, on Spotify, and on other places. So I've heard a lot of people refer to this 80-20 rule. That's a lot of content creators, which I think could be helpful for artists as well, where if there was a platform that you're focusing 80% of your time to try to focus on and just understand, especially if there's an advantage there where others that are in your niche, maybe aren't necessarily doing as much. And then you're still having your feet in the others to just understand what those opportunities could look like. I feel like that type of approach could work well because that's how you get to the levels of, you mentioned the independent artists who essentially tailored so much of the content for each area. And while there's a lot that benefits there, obviously, it isn't completely scalable, but I feel like that's how you get to these things. And we've seen other examples of how people have just focused on a particular platform or just doubled down the risk of that. Of course, when we can talk about this in a minute, is that you do relinquish a lot of your power to any decision that that platform does make, especially if you're relying on so much of it for your business when you necessarily own anything underneath that. So there's definitely trade-offs, but there's benefits too. [00:30:18] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, no, that's a huge issue there. Which we'll get, yeah, we'll get into more of that, that stuff in a minute, but this approach of like focusing on a platform also means that you're seeing these non- DSP platforms as a form of consumption in their own right, rather than just using them as a funnel to streaming, which I think is like a trap that the music industry has kind of fallen into is, oh, make something go viral on TikTok and then push everybody to Spotify. And it's like, if the fandom and the culture and a lot of consumption is happening on TikTok, you're leaving that on the table when you're pushing people to Spotify. And you know, I think that there's a lot to be gleaned there, and we should start thinking about these platforms as their own consumption platforms in their own right.[00:30:58] Dan Runcie: Yeah. As a content creator myself, I've heard a lot of people use that analogy of give, give, give, give, give, and then ask. So it's not like you're just going there and asking and trying to transport folks over. You're still making some enough effort to make sure that you're connecting authentically with the folks on the platform, but you still know that when there was time for an ask, you're thoughtful about how you're doing, and you're not doing it all the time because trying to take people off the platform, especially TikTok, which has grown in so many ways because of passive engagement, it's even harder. [00:31:31] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, yeah, no, I think this is something that you wanted to get into anyway, but just, like, the objectives of the platform and the creator are totally different because the platform has the best-case scenario when there is all this passive viewing and people are just scrolling endlessly and they're spending a lot of time on the platform, but that's not the best case scenario for the creator. So the audience and the platform get all the benefit. And the creator kind of falls to the wayside. And I think that's a big issue that we're seeing in the creator economy. [00:31:57] Dan Runcie: Yeah. And this is a big issue that I know that people have had about Web 2.0 more broadly and just how this can be improved. The challenge I've seen though is that any type of platform I've seen that does try to be more creator-focused and doesn't try to do the same things that marginalize the content that the creators make, a lot of those platforms struggle to gain traction, or they're only used in these niche type of ways. So it creates a bit of this double-edged sword where the creators themselves feel like, well, if I focus on the platforms that are solely built to cater to me and prioritize me over the content, then it's going to be hard to get the users there because it isn't designed in a way to keep the users engaged, just thinking about the extent that the more popular platforms do and more popular platforms are the ones that prioritize the content over the creators. So it's one of these unfortunate situations that has continued on and on, and that's why we're at the point we are now.[00:32:59] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, I think that we do see that happen more often than not. And before we even got to this point where content is becoming more important that the creator, which I could talk about in a minute the objectives are just totally, like I said, misaligned, like the platforms need scale. They need to monetize. All of the combined audiences of these individual creators. But the creators are looking more so for fan bases and engaged followers than they are looking for, you know, these passive audiences. So it actually, I think a lot of the struggles that creators are having with these platforms sort of echo issues that artists have had with streaming platforms in really interesting ways. Because it's similar to how like rights holders, like labels are monetizing scale of being able to own all of the songs and therefore all of the audiences of dozens, if not hundreds of artists, but those artists individually will never have enough scale to earn a meaningful income from streaming. And I think the same sort of thing is playing out with creators now where the platform is getting all the benefit because they get the combination of all these audiences and it's best for them. If people are just mindlessly scrolling, whereas creators have just totally different objectives and a different way of earning money. And then the current algorithm, or like the one that everyone's trying to kind of copy, which is TikTok, is making matters worse because there's no need to even actually follow anyone or, you know, really engage that much with the platform because you're going to be served content that is tailor-made for you regardless. So we're kind of teaching people with that kind of discovery-focused feed, not to actually follow individuals and more to just expect this constant flow of content. And again, going back to the parallels with streaming, it's interesting how we went from a few years ago, talking about TikTok as this amazing democratizing force to now talking about how well, yeah, it's democratized 'cause everybody can post anything, but it's impossible for anyone to get heard. We've gone through the same trajectory with streaming where, 5 years ago, we were all saying, oh, my God, streaming is great. It's democratized the industry. And in many ways it has, but now we're seeing all these second-order impacts where it's really, really hard for anyone to break through the noise, and it's really, really hard for anyone to earn meaningful income, so, yeah. [00:35:14] Dan Runcie: The pattern is clear. You laid it out perfectly. [00:35:17] Tatiana Cirisano: It's crazy. [00:35:17] Dan Runcie: And one thing about TikTok, everyone talks about how quick it is to grow a following, how favorable the algorithm is when you start off, and all those things are intentional. It is the easiest platform to be able to gain tens of thousands of followers and even more, but it's the hardest to be able to translate those followers into actual fans because it's more likely that they are going to be passive folks that are engaging versus active ones. And we're going to see more and more of that, especially given to goals to try to expand into so many other places, and then additionally, every other app trying to copy what TikTok is doing, because they see that being the norm. And now that that's what they see as the standard operating procedure for how to keep people's attention and engagement, everyone is trying to have their own version of that.[00:36:09] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah, you know, and I think that people do have an appetite for, like, wanting to follow individuals. I mean, that's what everything has been based on up until now. And people were annoyed when Meta changed its algorithm and said, it's all going to be discovery-focused now because you go to Instagram to see updates from your friends and people that you follow, not to just get this feed of things that you've people you've never heard of. So I think that there is still, like, an appetite for that. And there's sort of a chance to recalibrate and allow more ways to actually follow creators and not just make it all about each individual piece of content. But I think that we're kind of in a critical window right now to preserve that. And I don't know if we're talking about this enough. Yeah, it's just the situation, like to kind of bring it back to artists is really difficult because you need every individual thing that you post to do well. It's not enough to just have one thing, draw someone in because they might not even follow you from there. And they're just consistently scrolling and getting more and more content. So there's just this endless churn of content happening. And it's just, yeah, it's benefiting audiences and it's benefiting platforms, but it's not benefiting creators. [00:37:18] Dan Runcie: The need to preserve is there, as you mentioned, and we talked a lot about some of the platforms that have made it challenging. Are there ready that stand out to you that you're like, okay, they are at least making an effort or do you feel like there's more opportunity there relative to some of the other platforms that exist?[00:37:35] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah. I do think that YouTube could be an exception to the rule with this. I think that it's a really interesting company because when you think about it, they kind of were the original creator economy company and kind of are seemingly doubling down on that now. I think that it's great how there's sort of this network between YouTube shorts, YouTube music, YouTube, and that's sort of what I think is missing, but won't be for long from TikTok is that you have to switch to a different platform to listen to the music, which is why if ByteDance, you know, release Resso worldwide or make this TikTok music app, it might become crazy powerful, but, yeah, I think YouTube does have this focus on channels and following people. And I think a lot of creators have been able to build sustainable incomes there. But I do worry that the impact of all these other platforms kind of teaching people not to follow and not to follow individuals and channels is going to have an impact, but I think YouTube has a lot of potential. [00:38:35] Dan Runcie: Yeah, I think so, too. It definitely is the platform, bad thing has the most ability to offer this just given the full complexity of whether or not you're an artist, you're someone that's creating any type of thing that has video, you're probably going to be on there. I also do think about platforms like SoundCloud, Audiomack, and Tidal as well because...[00:38:55] Tatiana Cirisano: A hundred percent.[00:38:56] Dan Runcie: ... even though they may not necessarily fit into the same buckets as some of the others we mentioned, I do think that the things they've tried to do, whether it's with SoundCloud's fan-powered royalties or with Tidal's user-centric base model, which is similar, or even what Audiomack has done with its supporters program, allowing people to say, Hey, this is the person that I want to give my money to. If there's extra money at the end of the year, this is the person I want to have a badge on and want to be able to share that with the profile, they keep the connection there. They're willing to share who are particular artists' followers and fans are, which is something that most of the other DSPs don't allow to happen. So I do think that they are more unique opportunities. And also, I would say tracing back to the last thing we talked about, a place where a lot of artists, if they are trying to build up a fan base on a particular platform could be an interesting angle to prove, because I do think there is a certain type of fan and artist that thrives on each of those platforms individually, just given the brand there, everything else. So those are the ones that I keep an eye out for, the same way that we saw NBA YoungBoy and others rise up. SoundCloud, of course, had its SoundCloud rap era and there's still artists coming out there. And of course, Tidal, I think, just given its origins will always have deep roots within hip-hop culture. So I'm always keeping an eye out for those.[00:40:18] Tatiana Cirisano: A hundred percent. No, I'm glad you brought up Audiomack and SoundCloud. Those are two companies that, I mean, we worked with SoundCloud on a user-centric royalties white paper that was really just eye-opening with all of this. And I do think that there are opportunities to, going back to what we were saying about being able to actually segment your fans on streaming and see who are your biggest supporters and not have everyone just equated into the same bucket. I think what Audiomack is doing is really smart because those support badges are also a way for people to express themselves. If you have that in your profile, you know, it says something about who you are. And I think there's a lot more opportunities to bring music and self-expression closer together 'cause I think that streaming has kind of pulled them apart a little bit by sort of equating everyone. So yeah, I think those are really good examples and really promising.[00:41:04] Dan Runcie: So there you have it. We solved it. I think in this conversation, we solved it all. [00:41:10] Tatiana Cirisano: There we go. We can all go home. Class is dismissed. [00:41:13] Dan Runcie: This is great. Tati, thanks for sharing your insights and some of the highlights of the research you've done on this space. Excited to see what you have coming up next, especially now that things are ramping back up for the industry. So for the folks listening, where can they stay tuned to keep up with the latest research that you have coming out? [00:41:32] Tatiana Cirisano: Yeah. You can go to MIDiAResearch.com, where we have a blog that I write on often. Those posts are free. So even if you're not a client, you can read them. And I also wanted to mention that I'll be talking more about this exact topic at Stan Con in New York on October 5th, which is Denisha, who I think she had an episode with you recently, right, Dan. If you heard that episode, it's her conference, so I'll be there talking more about fandom and fragmentation. 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