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Feb 2025
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Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the latest inflation report, the rise of tuition at private schools and the EU’s investment in AI. Then they break down Reddit’s earnings, explaining why the company has significant room for growth. Scott and Ed also discuss Netflix's potential move into podcasting, examining why high-quality video is the new key to success in the medium. They also debate what a hit Netflix show for a podcaster could look like.


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