OTTRED

OTTRED

Welcome to OTTRED - the podcast for and by streaming and media professionals. Here, you’ll hear unfiltered conversations with leaders and experts across streaming, broadcast, and digital. Whether it’s big-picture trends, emerging technologies, or career-defining insights, this is where the OTT community comes to learn, share, and shape the future of media together. 🔗 Download the OTTRED App: → App Store: https://lnkd.in/djiX5iS2 → Google Play: https://lnkd.in/dPcZBnNt

  1. Apr 16

    Between The Frames - OTTRED x Synamedia Go (Episode 2 with Samuel Sweet))

    In Episode 2 of Between The Frames, Chris Redmond sits down with Samuel Sweet, Head of Strategic Pursuits for EMEA at Synamedia, for a strategic conversation on where the OTT and broadcast market is really heading in 2026. With decades of experience across the global media and streaming landscape, Samuel brings a unique perspective on what is no longer just a competitive market — but a market in transition. In this episode, they explore the growing demand for managed services, the reality of vendor and platform consolidation, and why operators are now being forced to rethink how they run their TV businesses. They also dive into the role of Synamedia Go in enabling end-to-end platform ownership, the shift from technology conversations to KPI-driven discussions at C-suite level, and why trust, reliability, and execution are becoming the true differentiators. The conversation covers:→ Why managed services are becoming the dominant model→ How operators are simplifying complex, multi-vendor environments→ The importance of KPIs, engagement, and monetisation in platform decisions→ The evolution of advertising and personalisation in streaming→ The role of Gen Z and changing viewing behaviours in shaping next-gen TV→ Why markets like MENA are becoming central to the future of the industry There’s also a look ahead to what’s coming next — including innovation around interactivity, multi-screen experiences, and what Synamedia is preparing to showcase at NAB. Insightful, experienced, and grounded in reality — this is a conversation for anyone serious about where the industry is going next. Between The Frames is proudly sponsored by Synamedia Go and hosted on the OTTRED App. 🎙 Join the community at www.ottred.com Download the app now to be part of this rapidly evolving community backed by one of the largest technology providers in the global streaming industry, Synamedia Go. 📱 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ottred/id6746579216📱 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ottred.www&pli=1

    19 min
  2. What’s Next for Streaming and Media in the Middle East?

    09/16/2025

    What’s Next for Streaming and Media in the Middle East?

    🎙️ OTTRED presents a powerhouse conversation with three of the biggest minds in MENA's streaming and digital entertainment landscape.Pulling this episode together wasn’t easy — aligning the diaries of these heavyweights in the OTT space took some doing. But the result? A rare, behind-the-scenes look at the strategy, innovation, and collaboration driving the region's most exciting platforms.📺 Featuring:Danny Bates – Co-founder of StarzPlay, on content leadership, entrepreneurial grit, and what it takes to scale a streaming business in the Middle East.Evan Manolis – Product leader with sharp insights into building intuitive, scalable OTT platforms that actually connect with users.Jonathan Haysom – SVP at e& life, unpacking digital infrastructure, capacity demands, and the backbone of modern entertainment tech.🔥 Expect sharp takes, real chemistry, and serious knowledge — from product to platform, infrastructure to innovation.📌 Topics covered:The evolution of streaming in the Middle EastScaling product across diverse marketsInfrastructure challenges & opportunitiesUser experience, content strategy & growthWhy partnerships, trust, and vision matter now more than ever💡 Whether you’re in product, media, tech, or content — this is an unmissable deep dive with the people shaping the future of digital entertainment.👇 Subscribe for more real conversations from inside the industry.🔔 Hit the bell to stay updated on new episodes.💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — what’s the biggest challenge you’re seeing in OTT right now?🔗 Download the OTTRED App:→ App Store: https://lnkd.in/djiX5iS2→ Google Play: https://lnkd.in/dPcZBnNt

    13 min

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Welcome to OTTRED - the podcast for and by streaming and media professionals. Here, you’ll hear unfiltered conversations with leaders and experts across streaming, broadcast, and digital. Whether it’s big-picture trends, emerging technologies, or career-defining insights, this is where the OTT community comes to learn, share, and shape the future of media together. 🔗 Download the OTTRED App: → App Store: https://lnkd.in/djiX5iS2 → Google Play: https://lnkd.in/dPcZBnNt