The History Podcast #25 - WWE Network changes TV

The History Podcast #25

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This history podcast examines how the WWE Network may change the way we watch TV. The WWE is ditching the old TV model. They are no longer dealing with the networks and TV providers. They are skipping past the middleman and selling their product directly to the consumer. Will other content creators follow suit? Will the next Breaking Bad sell its show directly to consumers via internet streaming?

I know we talk about pro wrestling a lot, but when it comes to studying american culture, media, and innovation, the WWE is a great source.

The History Podcast #24 - CES 2014

The History Podcast #24

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This history podcast explores this year's consumer electronics show. Where was our the free tickets?! I probably would spent most of my time doing more Vegas-y things anyway. Fortunately for us, someone else covered CES 2014 and let us know about all the cool gadgets. After reviewing the products promoted at CES, there is one thing that we are certain of: Alex de Tocqueville said it best when he described American inventiveness, we have a knack for making goods for convenience, not necessity.