How I Built This with Guy Raz

How I Built This with Guy Raz

Netflix: Reed Hastings. “We’re Not a Family.” The Provocative Idea That Helped Build a Streaming Giant

Feb 9, 2026 · 01:24:59

✨ AI Summary

Reed Hastings explains how Netflix survived against Blockbuster.
He discusses uncomfortable leadership choices and Netflix's culture blueprint.
Hastings shares near-catastrophic decisions that shaped Netflix's success.

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Reed Hastings

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