Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 01/31 – Spotify “Clarifies” The Joe Rogan Situation
Jan 31, 2022
The podcast dives into the heated controversy surrounding Joe Rogan and Spotify's response to misinformation on COVID-19. Meta is making moves in the crypto space by joining a legal alliance and revealing its metaverse revenue. It examines the troubling trends of wash trading in NFTs, particularly on platforms like LooksRare, raising questions about market legitimacy. Finally, the show explores the fierce competition among grocery delivery startups, highlighting their financial woes and drawing parallels to past business challenges.
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Spotify's Leverage Problem
- Spotify faces a growing problem as artists leverage the Joe Rogan controversy.
- This situation provides cover for those seeking leverage, regardless of their stance on Rogan.
Harry and Meghan's Podcast Deal
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who have a podcast deal with Spotify, expressed concerns about misinformation.
- They have only produced one episode since signing a multi-million dollar deal in 2020.
Joni Mitchell and Neil Young's Polio History
- Joni Mitchell and Neil Young, who both had polio as children, removed their music from Spotify.
- Their personal experiences might have influenced their strong stance on the vaccine debate.