Blockbuster

Busta Rhymes Finally Opens Up About His Grief, Depression & Recovery!

The Diary Of A CEO

Marc Randolph on Building Netflix, Negotiating with Amazon/Bezos, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

The dominant video rental company at the time Netflix launched, with 9,000 stores. Netflix initially struggled to compete against them and later tried to sell to them.

#55–Jocko Willink Part 1 of 2: objective, strategy & tactics, leadership, protocols & lessons of war

Peter Attia MD

A former video rental company used as an example of a business that failed due to arrogance and denial of market changes, such as the rise of streaming.

How to Win in the Startup World — Mike Maples and Andy Rachleff | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A former home video rental chain whose late fees were a pain point for customers that Netflix's subscription model addressed.

Lisa Ling — Exploring Subcultures, Learning to Feel, and Changing Perception | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A company featured in a 'Business Wars' episode, in a battle against Netflix.

Protocols for Excellent Parenting & Improving Relationships of All Kinds | Dr. Becky Kennedy

Andrew Huberman

A former video rental store used as an analogy to illustrate the increased delay and frustration involved in obtaining media in the past, contrasting it with modern instant gratification.

Tim Ferriss Goes to Maximum Security Prison | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

A former video rental company discussed in the 'Sudden Death' episode of Business Wars, which was catching up with Netflix until Carl Icahn got involved.

Former Netflix CEO: “Hard Work Does Not Matter!” A $278 Billion Company Wasn’t Built On Hard Work!

The Diary Of A CEO

The dominant video rental incumbent when Netflix launched, characterized by physical stores, due dates, and late fees. Netflix sought to sell to them but was rejected, eventually leading to their bankruptcy.

Sam Harris on the LA Fires, Government Incompetency, and Wealth Inequality with Rick Caruso

Sam Harris

A video rental store mentioned humorously in relation to understanding the Department of Water and Power.

Luis Von Ahn Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

Former video rental giant whose organizational building under Wayne Huizenga was discussed.

The Last Time The Financial System Shifted Like This, A New Class Of Millionaires Was Made

Tom Bilyeu

Used as an analogy to illustrate that the new financial system will likely be built by new players, not by traditional banks, similar to how Netflix disrupted Blockbuster.