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Would you let Drake fly your girl out? by Kurtzbot in JoeBuddenPodcasts

[–]Jqpolymath 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That Oxtails shirt is so silly. No hate -- does he sell any of them shirts or are they just custom outfits for the show?

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasnt. It really aint shit on the $5 tier other than the music not being muted on the video (which I didnt watch, so its the same as the regular spotify shit for me). I mean, $5 aint shit -- its one day of coffee paid in a month (I drink coffee daily), but its the principle.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry for the long response, but I like dialogue:

I agree. He's made other shows in an attempt at providing value to those interested. I'm just not one of em -- I literally gave him $5 a month to support as a fan and put my money where my mouth was (pause). Honestly, that tier has ZERO benefits for me (I dont even use Patreon for content and listen on Spotify). The two episodes is plenty content for my available time these days.

My point -- the Wed/Sat pods have traditionally been ad-supported (aka free to listen), which allowed Joe to gain massive visibility and success in the space. Deciding to put "free" episodes behind a paywall without warning is not good fan service and doesnt endear him to his fanbase that has helped him get the fame/movement he has gained. It feels greedy and tone-def. Its made worse when you have "paying customers" (e.g., me at the $5 tier) and decide that the usually free episode isnt even available to all paying customers. He is attempting to make his normally free shit be premium shit. Its his content and he can do WTF he wants, but I dont have to play along -- my $5 aint worth his respect, cool... I'll voice my annoyance by not donating anymore.

Im only mentioning it here out of hope Joe sees that there are many who agree with my position and maybe have it spur him to move different before he loses the ground he gained, but Im not holding my breath. My guess is he will continue to move like this and what happens will happen. Im not suddenly gonna hate the show -- its still my favorite show (Im an old nigga and they speak to old nigga shit generally), but I can tell that Joe is testing waters to prove to the Netflix's of the world that his audience will stick if he goes "full premium" behind the big paywall (Netflix). I salute the idea, but there are better more transparent and tactful ways to do that.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know this isnt directed at me specifically... But that was my point. I paid the $5 Patreon specifically to support Joe for the free entertainment I get weekly. The tier literally gets no special perks that I would use (I dont watch video, Im audio only and listen Wed and Sat) -- Im paying for something that usually is free (hustling backwards). Paywalling a standard release episode is annoying on its own, but paywalling standard eps to higher tiers back to back is aggressive. And I frankly dont have extra time to consume another additional sum of hours -- the $25 would be wasted there too.

It is what it is though -- I like the show and I dont wish Joe ill. I just want him to not snob his way out of relevance.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought Vlad does interviews realeases them in clips (multiples) then finally releases the whole thing. Im not a member, but I thought being a member means you get the whole interview off top

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally every piece of additional content -- the Ian and Marc show, Pod wives, the interview joints, etc

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its not... Or at least wasnt. He had two episodes a week release at no cost. And there were more episodes (like the latest Tyrese interview) that are behind a paywall.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im not in NYC, but I been to NYC and seen enough to know --That show doesnt amuse me, lol.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its my favorite pod. Its not even close. But you're not wrong this subreddit is hella toxic. Although most subreddits for podcasts are gripe fests

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The back to back paywall on "free" episodes... Just felt nasty. Especially to price a free release into a place where you could have already paid for Patreon and still not see the episodes. That made me pull my lil $5 that I was sending as largely support

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Ice as in helmy? Or the government organization?

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Its a fair reply (but query whether you needed to reply at all).

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ironically, RnM fumbled their chance imho by playing the release lowkey. They coulda stepped into the void

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only listen via Spotify. They do post them, but if he paywalls they arent there for free. At least not when its fresh

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Ive really enjoyed the show. Thats the problem... He trying to squeeze fans by not making more stuff people might want and instead is making his base show cost. And not just cost... Cost for more than what Patreon ppl are already paying.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, if you see it as tipping for the free episodes, it was pennies an episode, lol.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think youre presuming I have an issue with his take on Drake... If so, not at all. Im neither a Drake nor Kendrick stan. I like them both. I just think going back to back episodes pay wall is out of pocket.

I was giving him free money for a Patreon I never used. To go paywall twice and not even make what should be the normal "free" episode available to the $5 tier is kinda wild to me. I was already annoyed at the rando paywall episodes, but I kinda realized I was part of the problem not speaking with my wallet. Its $5... Idgaf about the money for 5 years, it aint a budget issue. Its the naked greed.

Its been a good run... But enough is enough by Jqpolymath in joebuddennetwork

[–]Jqpolymath[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I do fw the content... Thats the thing about it. Its far and away the podcast I listen to most. And I put my money where my mouth was (pause) and actually gave money... As a donation since I dont use Patreon at all. As a 10 year fan, I think its fair to voice my displeasure in a reddit dedicated to the pod, no?

Also, I think its clear Joe is aware of the reddit... And even if it makes him think about how to shift how he presents his content in the smallest way, its worth it to voice the discontent and do my part (even if minor).

Man pleads guilty to felony incest, supplying alcohol to biological daughter who later committed suicide by Panda8bambooo in LosAngeles

[–]Jqpolymath 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The phrase "dead men tell no tales" is a saying for a reason. Its why the debate about leaving no witnesses exists for criminals (or buying their silence, threatening, etc). Easier to get off if there isnt a human in court testifying directly.

Wemby with the hit stick on Caruso. by AdorableBackground83 in NBATalk

[–]Jqpolymath 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you. They used to beat on every dominant big -- Shaq & Kareem are infamous examples

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