Chapter

Enhancing Music Discovery with Playlists
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1:14:31 - 1:21:59 (07:27)

The music streaming platform is testing out a new feature that builds on its recommendation algorithm to help users discover new tracks via playlists. The new system allows users to package their discovery efforts into a playlist, suggesting new tracks the system thinks they might enjoy.

Clips
The speaker discusses how they discovered the concept of personalizing discovery through playlists, and how user signals like thumbs up can be a strong indicator of what users want in music recommendations, even more so than just clicks or likes.
1:14:31 - 1:18:44 (04:12)
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Personalization, Music Discovery
Summary

The speaker discusses how they discovered the concept of personalizing discovery through playlists, and how user signals like thumbs up can be a strong indicator of what users want in music recommendations, even more so than just clicks or likes.

Chapter
Enhancing Music Discovery with Playlists
Episode
Gustav Soderstrom: Spotify
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The top utilization for smart speakers is music and podcasts, solving the issue of remote interactivity for consumers who want to enjoy these audio experiences in their home, according to available usage data.
1:18:44 - 1:21:59 (03:15)
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Smart Speakers
Summary

The top utilization for smart speakers is music and podcasts, solving the issue of remote interactivity for consumers who want to enjoy these audio experiences in their home, according to available usage data.

Chapter
Enhancing Music Discovery with Playlists
Episode
Gustav Soderstrom: Spotify
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast