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How Tubi became a streaming giant, and A24's film Tuesday
How Tubi became a streaming giant, and A24's film Tuesday
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25 minutes
Released:
Jun 19, 2024
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Podcast episode
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The free, ad-supported streaming platform Tubi is currently posting higher viewership numbers than more prestigious subscription services like Paramount+ and Disney+. Culture writers Kaiya Shunyata and Anne T. Donahue join guest host Amil Niazi to explain what’s behind the platform's surprising success – and it’s not just about because it’s free. Plus, the A24 film 'Tuesday," starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, tells the story of a mother whose teenage daughter has a terminal illness. Writer Sophie Kohn talks about how the movie addresses death and grief.
Released:
Jun 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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