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The Failed Acquisition of Gawker
04:05 - 06:56 (02:51)
In this episode, the speaker discusses her experience at Gawker and her insight into why the company's acquisitions failed. She also talks about the flawed approach of media companies towards buying smaller businesses to save themselves.
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The speaker asserts that media companies often resort to buying out other businesses to avoid dying in the industry.
04:05 - 06:09 (02:04)
Media Industry
Summary
The speaker asserts that media companies often resort to buying out other businesses to avoid dying in the industry. However, as the media industry runs as a big data company, the speaker believes that it's crucial to stand out and have a unique voice instead of being a part of the acquisition frenzy.
ChapterThe Failed Acquisition of Gawker
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The speaker criticizes media companies for being stagnant in their innovation and for their negative stereotypes.
06:09 - 06:56 (00:47)
Media industry
Summary
The speaker criticizes media companies for being stagnant in their innovation and for their negative stereotypes. He also discusses his thoughts on selling and avoiding these companies.