EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 13 MIN
The Color Purple (And Why Your Screen Can't Show It)
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That gorgeous sunset photo on your phone? Your screen is lying to you about what colors are actually there. We dive into the surprisingly messy world of digital color, where a decision made by TV engineers in the 1950s still dictates what billions of people see on their screens every day—and why magenta technically doesn't exist. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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That gorgeous sunset photo on your phone? Your screen is lying to you about what colors are actually there. We dive into the surprisingly messy world of digital color, where a decision made by TV engineers in the 1950s still dictates what billions of people see on their screens every day—and why magenta technically doesn't exist.
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The Color Purple (And Why Your Screen Can't Show It)
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