Social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram have turned consumers into creators. This "creator economy" means that a teenager in their bedroom can produce entertainment content that rivals the reach of a traditional cable network. This shift has forced legacy media companies to adapt, leading to a more diverse, fast-paced, and niche-driven market. The Streaming Wars and the Golden Age of TV
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: Successful franchises now expand across multiple formats simultaneously, such as a video game getting a live-action series and a companion podcast. Social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram