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EPISODE · Feb 7, 2025 · 29 MIN

#183 - Did the TikTok Ban Fizzle, & Could Fanbase Replace It?

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Welcome to this installment of WorkTape, where we return to the evolving TikTok saga: from its sudden blackout to the unexpected 75-day extension, and the pondering of who might buy it (if anyone). We also dig into alternatives like Fanbase, exploring its Patreon-style subscription model and whether it might serve artists better than TikTok ever did. From the rise and fall of Zune to how Apple crushed Microsoft with intuitive design, and the audiophile obsession with iPod Classics and lossless sound, join us as we trace the line from tech drama to sonic character.🎧 Episode Highlights:Did TikTok really go dark, or was it just a bluff?Would MrBeast actually be a more favorable TikTok owner than Elon Musk?Can Fanbase really replace TikTok for independent artists?Why are people modding iPod Classics in 2024?Does audio quality matter more than musical composition?What makes The Nightfly a legendary audiophile benchmark?Are imperfections the secret to iconic recordings?

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#183 - Did the TikTok Ban Fizzle, & Could Fanbase Replace It?

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