The speaker believes that the shift from traditional TV and movies to podcasting has been greatly influenced by the rise in importance of journalists. He believes that executives in the TV industry may have trouble accepting this shift, but for him and other content creators, podcasts offer a medium for creativity and flexibility with little set-up time.
The speaker discusses the significant role of podcasts in the current entertainment industry and how it has become a medium to reach a broader audience and sell tickets.
The speaker shares their experience of having to decide between the TV and film industry, realizing that they cannot put their career in the hands of a corporation and need to prioritize their personal life.