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The curious media consumer in the streaming age

The logo of audio streaming and media services provider Spotify is seen on an escalator on the grounds of the Frankfurt Book Fair.
The logo of audio streaming and media services provider Spotify is seen on an escalator on the grounds of the Frankfurt Book Fair.

In the public radio biz, we often characterize our audience with one word: “curious.”

And if you’re curious, you’re looking for what’s new, what’s good, what’s hip.

Enter the era of audio streaming, which makes finding that new Billie Eilish album or thrilling podcast easier than ever.

But what does that do to our collective musical and information diets? And how does that benefit listeners, artists, and creators?

We’ve got a couple of guests who have been considering those questions and more.

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A.C. Valdez

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