Inside The Stream
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Streaming is revolutionizing the video and TV industries. In this podcast, two industry veterans, Will Richmond, Editor, and Publisher of VideoNuze, and Colin Dixon, Founder and Chief Analyst of nScreenMedia give listeners their insiders’ take on the most important streaming news and events. They also interview industry leaders who are shaping the business of streaming video.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 27min
Tubi Profitable, YouTube Growth, Peacock in Neutral
In earnings news this week, Tubi has turned profitable, YouTube notched another $10 billion quarter in US ad revenue, and Peacock’s subscriber count is stuck in neutral.
Oct 24, 2025 • 27min
Netflix’s Ad Revenue to Double; Can Peacock Fly with the NBA?
Netflix reported Q3 results this week, saying 2025 ad revenue will double and engagement is rising, but by how much? And is the NBA a ticket to Peacock’s success or a poison pill?
Oct 17, 2025 • 38min
Antenna’s Subscriber Views Exposes Programming’s True Value
How effective is a specific title at acquiring, retaining, and engaging viewers? Antenna’s CEO, Jonathan Carson, explains how his firm’s new Subscriber Views delivers the answers.
Oct 10, 2025 • 25min
Netflix’s Ad Tier Gains, TV OS Updates, Fubo Ingests ESPN
Netflix is making strides to balance revenue between ad-supported and ad-free users. One host shares a positive experience with Netflix's ad load compared to traditional TV. The Trade Desk's Ventura TV OS proves valuable for DirecTV, enhancing viewer experience. Meanwhile, Amazon is transitioning to a new OS, Vega, to streamline app functionality. Fubo is making waves by ingesting ESPN content into its platform, bringing on-demand sports closer to fans. Tune in for insights into the changing landscape of streaming and advertising.
Oct 3, 2025 • 35min
FAST Viewership Increases, But Monetization Challenges Remain
New data from Wurl reveals renewed growth in viewership for FAST channels. But monetization challenges remain, particularly for those outside the top tier.
Sep 26, 2025 • 30min
Disney Raises Prices Again, Risking Subscriber Retention Rates
Disney is raising the monthly price of its streaming services by up to 20%. Following prior increases, subscriber retention rates stayed strong. Will they this time, too?
Sep 19, 2025 • 33min
ESPN’s Launch, YouTube’s $100 Billion Payout, Amazon Innovate
Antennas says ESPN and Fox One gained 1 million paid subscribers in their first 10 days - is that a lot, or not? YouTube has paid creators $100 billion in 4 years, and Amazon keeps innovating.
Sep 12, 2025 • 24min
Inside the Stream - YouTube Scores With NFL, Vimeo Sale, MTV Rebound and More
YouTube scored a record 17 million global viewers for its Chiefs-Chargers livestream, Bending Spoons is buying Vimeo for $1.4 billion, and can MTV be resuscitated?
Sep 5, 2025 • 33min
The Trade Desk’s SVP of Ventura TV OS Interview Debrief
Can The Trade Desk’s Ventura upend the TV OS market? We discuss the key takeaways from our recent interview with Ventura SVP Matthew Henick and the TV OS's potential industry impact.
Aug 22, 2025 • 39min
Interview with The Trade Desk’s SVP of Ventura TV OS
The Trade Desk’s SVP of the Ventura TV Operating System, Matthew Henick, joins us for a deep dive into Ventura’s competitive positioning and advantages, key challenges, and goals.
