Evergent

The Monetization Show

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The Monetization Show was created to explore the powerful shifts reshaping media and entertainment through conversations with industry pioneers. Hosted by Evergent CEO Vijay Sajja, the podcast delves into how media companies are navigating today’s dual disruption: accelerating technological change and evolving consumer behavior. As streaming costs soar, PayTV transforms, and sports rights reach new heights, industry leaders share their strategies for sustainable growth and profitability. From bundling innovations to AI applications, each episode offers actionable insights for media executives

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Inside Astro’s Reinvention: Euan Smith on Pay TV’s Next Act 04.09.2025 45:48

In this episode of The Monetization Show, Euan Smith, Group CEO of Astro, joins host Vijay Sajja to share the inside story of Astro’s bold digital transformation. From replacing a 20-year-old legacy system to navigating customer inertia and rising competition, Euan unpacks how the Malaysian communications and entertainment service provider is reinventing itself for a broadband and streaming-first...

AI Unleashed: Google's Anil Jain on Monetizing the Future of Content 19.08.2025 43:26

On this episode of The Monetization Show, host Vijay Sajja is joined by Anil Jain, a tech executive at Google Cloud, as the two discuss the ongoing cloud, data, and AI-driven transformation across consumer industries, emphasizing the surprisingly rapid adoption of generative AI and its impact on content monetization. Jain, a Global Managing Director who leads the Strategic Industries team at Googl...

Sports, Tech, & the Future of Streaming: An Insider's View with Michael Lantz 22.05.2025 40:21

This episode of The Monetization Show podcast features Michael Lantz, CEO and co-founder of Accedo.tv, in conversation with Vijay Sajja, discussing the evolution of the video streaming industry, including technology disruption, business model changes, and the importance of user experience. The conversation covers topics such as personalization in UX, monetization strategies, AR/VR/XR, and challeng...

4 Ways AI is Enhancing Monetization in Live Sports Broadcasting with Allen Broome, CEO of MediaKind 30.04.2025 30:20

This month, I’m pleased to welcome Allen Broome, CEO of MediaKind, a platform that provides end-to-end solutions for D2C, broadcast, live streaming, pay TV, and new media platforms and applications. Join us as we explore the dynamic world of live sports streaming. We’ll discuss the complexities of encoding fast-moving sports content and the importance of AI in optimizing streaming quality. Allen s...

Top 5 Transformational AI Trends in Media & Entertainment in 2025 with WW Lead of M&E from Microsoft 08.04.2025 32:56

I’m pleased to welcome Simon Crownshaw, Worldwide Lead for Media and Entertainment at Microsoft. Join us as we delve into how AI-driven monetization strategies reshape the industry. Drawing on 20 years of experience, including time at Disney, Simon discusses the challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving media landscape. Key topics include AI's transformative role in user engagement, co...

3 Keys to Building Strong OTT Partnerships in a Profitable Era with Andrea Marini, CEO of Deltatre 21.03.2025 22:56

I’m pleased to welcome Andrea Marini, CEO of Deltatre, the world’s leading sports and entertainment technology provider, known for its flexible and data-driven approach to media. Join us as we unpack Andrea’s journey in the OTT (Over-the-Top) services industry, covering Deltatre's impressive 300% BritBox subscriber growth and essential insights into the evolving media technology landscape. Andrea...

From MLB to NFL: How 10ms Network Latency is Transforming Sports Broadcasting 25.02.2025 23:02

Steve Canepa , IBM’s Global Managing Director of Signature Accounts, joined me. We’re diving into: Mergers & Shifts: What the Warner Bros/Discovery merger means for you The Personalization Boom: Staying ahead of evolving consumer demands AI’s Impact: How to harness AI in production and marketing Key strategies on interoperability and using 5G to build a trusted brand. Don’t miss these must-k...