Why Gaming Tournaments Have Better Production Than Pro Sports
Why do esports broadcasts look like the future while the NFL feels like the past? Larry Chen dives into the production gap between gaming and pro sports.
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Why Reality TV Stars Are Beating Athletes at Their Own Game
Larry Chen explores why Love Island alumni are crushing NBA stars in the branding game—and what it says about the shift from talent to relatability.
Why Marvel Fatigue Is Finally Winning the Box Office War
Marvel fatigue is no longer a theory—it's a box office reality. Larry Chen explains why the MCU's 'homework' problem is killing the fun of the theater.
RIP the Mid-Range: How Math Killed Basketball’s Coolest Shot
The mid-range jumper was once the NBA's deadliest weapon. Now, it's a statistical sin. Larry Chen explores how analytics killed the 18-footer.
Why Reality TV Stars Are Out-Marketing Professional Athletes
Why are Love Island contestants out-earning NBA starters in the attention economy? Larry Chen breaks down the shift from athletic icons to relatable influencers.
Why Every Athlete Has a Podcast Now (And Why You’re Listening)
From Draymond Green to the Kelce brothers, why is every pro athlete starting a podcast? Larry Chen breaks down the 'New Media' revolution and why the mic is the new signature shoe.
The Real Reason Everyone's Rewatching The Sopranos Again
Gen Z discovered The Sopranos through clips and memes. But how they're watching it tells you everything about where we are culturally.
Why the NBA's New Play-In Tournament Is Actually Genius
A team that grinds through 82 games shouldn't have to prove itself again. But nobody actually cares about fairness as much as they claim to.