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    #434: Bob to Bob to Bob

    November 21st, 2022 · 85 minutes

    Big streaming-media news this week, as Disney switches bosses and Apple plans its next wave of sports-streaming products. Meanwhile, Myke's busy building out his smart home while Jason has been reminded of the fragility of smart-home networking.

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    Bob Iger Returns as Disney CEO After Chapek Is Fired - The New York Times
    Disney’s Bob vs. Bob Blame Game - Puck
    Bob Iger Back at Disney; Chapek’s Tactics, Iger’s Strategy; Tactics, Strategy, or Environment – Stratechery by Ben Thompson
    MLS Season Pass begins to bring Apple TV/MLS deal into focus – Six Colors
    As Apple TV deal awaits, MLS is in a race against time to build a broadcast operation - The Athletic
    NFL’s clock ticking for new Sunday Ticket partner. Why is it taking so long? - The Athletic
    Aqara
    Ultimate Smart Home Tour 2022 - Shane Whatley - YouTube
    Arlo