After School Special Podcast

Join us on a captivating trip down memory lane to a time when Friday nights meant a visit to Blockbuster Video.

 Remember the thrill of wandering the aisles in search of the perfect movie, the smell of popcorn wafting through the air, and the excitement of sliding that rented VHS into your VCR? Together, we're going to take a deep dive into the rise and fall of this iconic company and the indelible mark it left on the entertainment industry.

There's a certain kind of magic in the nostalgia surrounding Blockbuster. We'll explore the heights this company reached, with over 9000 stores and a billion-dollar valuation. But it wasn't all smooth sailing; we'll also uncover the downward spiral that began with missed opportunities like not purchasing Netflix. In a world rapidly embracing online streaming, we'll discuss how Blockbuster failed to keep pace, losing a staggering 75% of its market value in just one year.

As we navigate the final chapters of Blockbuster's story, we'll delve into the last standing store in Bend, Oregon, now a unique Airbnb. We'll ponder the role of nostalgia in our culture and why we yearn for the simplicity of a bygone era.

 As we wrap up our journey, we'll also discuss the importance of your feedback in shaping our podcast content. So, grab your popcorn, sit back, and join us as we reminisce about the once-mighty Blockbuster Video.

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