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Podcast: Read & Repeat
Episode: EP26 It's Not TV (HBO) by Felix Gillette & John Koblin
Description: Felix Gillette and John Koblin’s influential book "It's Not TV" chronicles the rise of HBO as a premium cable channel and its eventual competition with Netflix in the streaming wars. The book shares countless stories of HBO's high-quality content playbook, stemming from its desire to be different from the broadcast TV networks and their advertising-supported business models. From groundbreaking shows like "The Sopranos" and "Game of Thrones" to its evolvement in the changing media landscape, HBO remains a major player in the entertainment industry. Get ready for the incredible story of one of my favorite media companies, HBO!...