No, Sabrina Carpenter probably isn’t paying the streamer to play “Espresso” every time you’re listening to music. But the app is making changes to its business model that could impact your listening.
This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Rob Byers and Andrea Kristinsdotter, and ... Show More
Yesterday
The end of etiquette
It’s not just about being nice. Manners allow us to peacefully coexist at work, in transit, and out in the wider world. This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Bridger Dunnagan, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill ... Show More
30m 30s
Sep 25
Everything is gambling now
From live auction sites like Whatnot to games like Monopoly Go!, mobile apps are now designed to addict kids as well as adults. This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Gabriel Dunatov, engineered by David Tatasciore and Bridger Dunna ... Show More
25m 48s
Feb 2022
How Will Spotify's Downward Spiral End?
Today is Monday, February 7, and we're looking at Spotify vs. Apple Music.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/bwdailySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com ... Show More
3m 56s
Oct 2025
Spotify Cracks Down on AI Music
Spotify is taking a bold stance on AI-generated music, tightening policies that could reshape the future of streaming. In this episode, featuring the Make Music Podcast, we unpack why Spotify is making this move, how it impacts artists and listeners, and what it means for the fut ... Show More
23m 8s
Feb 2022
What Next: TBD | Tech, power, and the future - Spotify’s Joe Rogan Mess
For Spotify, the last month has seen a cascade of controversies around its exclusive podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. Is it time for the streaming service to rethink its role as a podcast publisher? And is it even possible to moderate podcast misinformation?Guest: Evelyn Douek, ... Show More
20m 3s
Apr 2024
Spotify Tries to Lure Book Lovers
Today is Friday, April 12, and we're looking at Spotify vs. Audible.Listen to Business Wars Daily on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free ... Show More
4m 31s