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Decoder with Nilay Patel
Decoder with Nilay Patel

Why did Comcast ever buy NBC?

Jul 9, 2026 · 1h 2m
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  • Peter Kafka discusses Comcast's split of its broadband and NBCUniversal businesses.
  • He explains why the 'content plus pipes' strategy has often failed.
  • Key takeaway: Combining distribution with entertainment properties is a difficult business model.

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