In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Joe Pasquale, co-founder of Dot Studio Pro and founder of Chill Free TV. Joe shares his journey from post-production to becoming a key player in the streaming technology space. He discusses the evolution of content creation and distribution, the challenges of transitioning into technology, and the impact of AI on the industry. Joe emphasizes the importance of retaining equity in entrepreneurial ventures and the need for domain expertise in a rapidly changing landscape. The conversation also touches on the changing dynamics of film and TV consumption and the lessons learned in interfacing with AI.

Takeaways

• Joe Pasquale is the co-founder of Dot Studio Pro and Chill Free TV.

• Dot Studio Pro provides tools for companies to create their own streaming services.

• The bottleneck in content creation is often in distribution technology.

• Transitioning from content creation to technology can be challenging but rewarding.

• AI is transforming the landscape of content creation and distribution.

• Finding good partners and trusted experts is crucial in tech ventures.

• The barrier to entry for creating products has significantly lowered due to AI.

• Understanding customer needs is essential for success in the streaming industry.

• The way we consume media is changing, impacting film and TV dynamics.

• Retaining equity while navigating partnerships is vital for entrepreneurs.

Sound Bites

• “Everything happens for a reason.”

• “AI is the core factor.”

• “It’s a relationship. It’s strange.”