Ep. 392: Are “Micro-Streamers” the Future of Media? + Why Cal Spent $60 on a Task App

There remains a gap between the production values of professional streaming services like Netflix and independent content that appears on platforms like YouTube. But what happens when that gap disappears? In the ideas segment of today’s episode, Cal sends a correspondent to investigate a fascinating new “micro-streaming” service producing Netflix-quality shows with a small team. Then, in the practices segment, he explains why he spent $60 on a single productivity application. Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). Get your questions answered by Cal! Here’s the link: bit.ly/3U3sTvo Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmedia IDEAS SEGMENT: Are “Micro-Streamers” the Future of Media? [3:12] PRACTICES SEGMENT: Why Cal Spent $60 on a Task App? [36:33] QUESTIONS: How can I find time to become a Biblical scholar? [45:25] Should I freak out about this AI Superintelligence article? [49:23] WHAT CAL’S READING: Cal gives his weekly reading update [57:41] The Hidden Book in the Bible (Richard Elliott) Links: Buy Cal’s latest book, “Slow Productivity” at calnewport.com/slow Get a signed copy of Cal’s “Slow Productivity” at peoplesbooktakoma.com/event/cal-newport/ Cal’s monthly book directory: bramses.notion.site/059db2641def4a88988b4d2cee4657ba? https://www.masterclass.com/calnewport https://culturedcode.com/things/ Thanks to our Sponsors: 1password.com/deep cozyearth.com/deep (Use code “DEEP” for 20% off) calderalab.com/deep shopify.com/excellence Thanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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