Recently, Microsoft shut down four video game studios. The industry as a whole has seen major disruption this year. And some worry that a shift toward live service games could be a big part of the problem. What's going on? Part one of two! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Live Service Games Kill the Games Industry?

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Reuters reports that TikTok is developing a US-only version of its recommendation algorithm, but the company disputes the report's accuracy. Plus, could AI make your next favorite TV show? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech News: TikTok Might Be Working on a Contingency Plan

In the late 19th century, a French experiment demonstrated the power of stereo sound. A century later, experiments in binaural audio would help create rich soundscapes that could immerse the listener in audio environments. We learn about the evolution and tech of 3D audio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rerun: How 3D Audio Works

We learn who invented the lawnmower, how lawnmowers evolved, and why we even have lawns in the first place. Hint: it has to do with castles in the Middle Ages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rerun: How Medieval Warfare Led to the Lawnmower

OpenAI is in the hot seat. Scarlet Johansson thinks OpenAI might have used her voice without her permission. Former employees are compelled to sign non disparagement agreements or face losing their equity in the company. And much more! Plus, non AI stories too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech News: AI Oh No

After a tumultuous 2013, Hulu would enter the next phase of its evolution. But corporate maneuvers in huge media empires and growing competition in the streaming space would determine Hulu's path forward.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Live Service Games Kill the Games Industry?

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