Articles by Larry Chen
7 Reasons Why the TikTok-ification of Sports Commentary Is Unstoppable
Sports media is undergoing a hostile takeover by short-form video. From 'aura' to 'parlay culture,' here is why the traditional analyst is becoming extinct.
9 Reasons Esports Is Making Pro Sports Look Like Public Access TV
Esports production is leaving traditional sports in the dust. From AR dragons to interactive data, gaming tournaments are the new gold standard for live TV.
We Need to Talk About What’s Happening to Sports TV
The nightly SportsCenter ritual is dead, replaced by a fragmented mess of TikTok clips and streaming subscriptions. Larry Chen explains how we lost the plot.
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.
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.