The kids want media that’s quicker, more concise, and timely. That’s why we’re introducing the podcast equivalent of baseball’s pitch clock: “one quick thought”. Judging by the episode length, it’s a work in progress.

This week: spiced is the new spiked, freemium is the new spon-con, and brining some Barlow energy to Waterloo.💦.

Links:

• Coca-Cola Spiced is getting canceled after 7 months on the market | AP News
• Forbidden Mountain Dew : forbiddensnacks
• Did Someone Say Pumpkin’ Spiked? Dunkin’® Adds Boozy Spin on Fall Classic to Line of Spiked Iced Coffee Beverages | Dunkin'
• Apple Podcasts adds The New York Times to subscription program, boosting revenue with paywalled shows - 9to5Mac
• Marques Brownlee's ‘Panels’ Backlash, Explained
• Amazon.com: Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, UL Certified, App Control, Scheduling, Timer, 2.4G WiFi Only, 4 Count (Pack of 1) (EP25P4), White : Patio, Lawn & Garden