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Trapital

Dan Runcie
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Kanye West
Youtube
Music Industry
The Grammys
Music Copyright
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Anti-Semitism
Soccer
Nazi Party
The Recording Academy
Yeezy
Reebok
Puma
Hip-Hop
Award Shows
CBS
Grammy Week
Virgil Abloh
Nike

Trapital is where technology meets culture. Hear breakdowns on the most important trends in tech, media, and entertainment. Trapital founder Dan Runcie and various guests break down the moves that shape the rest of society. Learn more

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Recent Guests

Larry Miller
NYU professor, Musonomics host
New York University; Musonomics
Episode: Live Nation and DOJ Settled. Now What?
Denis Lattagiri
CEO and founder of Believe
Believe
Episode: Private Investors Love Music. Why Doesn’t Wall Street?
Mag Rodriguez
CEO and co-founder of Even, a platform that enables artists to sell music and merchandise directly to fans
Even
Episode: Follow The Money: EVEN, Duetti, and The New Deal Stack
Lior Tibon
CEO and co-founder of Duetti, a company that invests in music rights and develops technology for evaluating music rights deals
Duetti
Episode: Follow The Money: EVEN, Duetti, and The New Deal Stack
Panos Panay
President of the Recording Academy
The Recording Academy
Episode: What's a Grammy Worth? New Voters, New Winners, and Rewriting History
Zack Greenberg
Author and music industry analyst
Empire State of Mind
Episode: What's a Grammy Worth? New Voters, New Winners, and Rewriting History
Nathan Hubbard
CEO of Firebird Music Holdings and former CEO of Ticketmaster, Rival, and head of music at Twitter
Firebird Music Holdings
Episode: Building Businesses Around Artists with Firebird Music CEO Nathan Hubbard
Jason Sklar
Partner at Shamrock Capital Advisors, which invests in media and entertainment assets, primarily music rights
Shamrock Capital Advisors
Episode: Investing in Music Rights with Shamrock Capital’s Jason Sklar
Tuma Basa
Director of Black Music and Culture at YouTube
YouTube
Episode: Algorithms vs. Curators: YouTube’s Role in Breaking Through The Noise

Host

Dan Runcie
Host of Trapital

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 366 ratings
  • Love the show

    Great breakdowns on the most important trends in tech and entertainment. Trapital is always one step ahead!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigFan25!
    United Statesa year ago
  • SO VALUABLE

    Insightful, unique conversations. Valuable perspectives around the crossroads of music and business, in which only Trapital can provide. Keep up the great work, Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B TO THE THIRD
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it

    Dan is an expert and a great communicator. Guest are always on point and engaging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p_monti4
    United States2 years ago
  • Adding Context & Depth To Entertainment Business

    Trapital dives deep into the intricacies of the entertainment business, delivering insightful analysis and commentary that’s both engaging and informative. Each episode provides music business and broader entertainment industry knowledge. Dan and the quality guests bring depth to the discussion that’s rare to find elsewhere. Trapital is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the behind-the-scenes strategic moves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sincere_fella
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast! Keep it up!

    I stumbled upon this podcast by learning about Dan / Trapital via LinkedIn. I listen to A LOT of podcasts and I decided to give it a listen. First, Dan has a calm and authentic demeanor, which are great qualities. When he’s talking to his guests it’s very conversational and easy flowing. I’m a former music industry vet so the topics are right up my alley. I’m writing this review after listening to the Splice episode. Things like YouTube, Spotify, and Splice are the now and the future of the mus... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil Stolaronek
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests consistently hit on practical implications for artists and platforms.
Dan's interviewing style is conversational and informative, with strong coverage of the music business and technology.
Listeners praise data-driven, insightful market breakdowns.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#126
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Apple Podcasts
#156
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Live Nation and DOJ Settled. Now What?
Q: What remedies were most significant in changing the market?
Remedies include opening up the back end to other platforms, reducing exclusivity with venues, and capping certain fees, with ongoing uncertainty about how these changes will play out across fans, venues, and artists.
Live Nation and DOJ Settled. Now What?
Q: What was your initial reaction when you saw the news?
The speakers note they were surprised by the speed and nature of the settlement, with some expectation of a settlement but not one so early, and discuss the case as a flagship for antitrust behavior in the industry.
Building Businesses Around Artists with Firebird Music CEO Nathan Hubbard
Q: How does Firebird think about disbursing capital to different types of investments?
Firebird initially focused on infrastructure investments and is now shifting towards deploying capital into artist-created assets based on proven metrics.
Building Businesses Around Artists with Firebird Music CEO Nathan Hubbard
Q: What does the business of Firebird Music look like?
Firebird aims to help artists build impactful and profitable careers by addressing both infrastructure and incentive problems in the music industry.
Investing in Music Rights with Shamrock Capital’s Jason Sklar
Q: How do you see the market evolving with new entrants?
There's a unique market developing with specific funds targeting niche areas within music rights, leading to varied pricing and deal structures.

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This show focuses on the business of tech, media, and entertainment, with deep dives into how trends, platforms, and industry economics shape the wider culture. Recent episodes balance bright spots (like innovative artist platforms, streaming economics, and live-event experiences) with cautious assessments of profitability, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Guests tend to be industry analysts, investors, and senior executives who illuminate underlying revenue models, rights ecosystems, and the evolving relationship between creators and platforms. The format often features data-driven takes, scenario planning, and practical implications for brands, talent, and startups looking to navigate a fast-changing landscape.

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Recent guests on Trapital include:

1. Larry Miller
2. Denis Lattagiri
3. Mag Rodriguez
4. Lior Tibon
5. Panos Panay
6. Zack Greenberg
7. Nathan Hubbard
8. Jason Sklar

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