Trapital

NVIDIA is best known for everything it does to power AI, but its work in media and entertainment goes much further.

At the Trapital Summit I sat down with, Richard Kerris, VP and GM of media and entertainment at NVIDIA.

He discussed NVIDIA’s work with Universal Music Group, Adobe, Runway, Getty. and why entertainment companies’ public comments on AI can differ from what happens behind closed doors. We also discussed music discovery in a flood of AI content, how CEO Jensen Huang evaluates new opportunities, what happened to the metaverse, and how AI agents could give creators more control over their work.

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03:48 NVIDIA and Universal Music Group06:44 The Disconnect Around AI Messaging10:10 Music Discovery and the AI Content Flood12:46 Zero Billion Dollar Opportunity17:21 AI Agents and the Creative Process

SPONSORS

Chartmetric Flow: Flow is Chartmetric’s new AI-powered music intelligence tool that helps music professionals turn complex data into actionable insights. Ask questions in plain language, discover trends, and get the information you need to make smarter decisions, all without digging through dashboards.

Learn more: https://flow.chartmetric.com/pricing/trapital

Symphonic: Distribute your music to one of the largest networks in the industry. Symphonic delivers your music to over 200 digital service providers, ensuring that you’re monetizing every stream and use of your music on Spotify, TikTok, YouTube, and more.

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Jay-Z has spent years helping decide who performs at the Super Bowl halftime show. Now he’s taking the stage himself. After a year of stadium shows and playing offense, his 2027 headlining spot raises the question of what comes next.

Justin Tinsley of Andscape joins me for this bonus episode to break down the announcement, Roc Nation’s NFL partnership, and how Jay-Z turns cultural moments into business opportunities. We also discuss the gap between online criticism and ticket sales, potential appearances from Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter, and whether a new album or tour could follow.

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03:33 Why Jay-Z, Why Now05:26 The Announcement and the Leak09:06 Online Backlash and Ticket Prices10:35 Roc Nation’s NFL Partnership12:35 Jay-Z’s Business Playbook14:20 What Comes Next in 202718:07 Expectations for the Halftime Show

SPONSORS

Chartmetric Flow: Flow is Chartmetric’s new AI-powered music intelligence tool that helps music professionals turn complex data into actionable insights. Ask questions in plain language, discover trends, and get the information you need to make smarter decisions, all without digging through dashboards.Learn more: https://flow.chartmetric.com/pricing/trapital

Symphonic NEXT: Unlock the value of your music catalog with flexible funding and strategic support from Symphonic Distribution. Whether you're an artist, manager, label, or rights owner, NEXT offers royalty advances, catalog sales, and growth opportunities tailored to your goals—without sacrificing creative control.Learn more: https://symphonic.com/next

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I sat down with Saumil Mehta, Global President of Ticketmaster, at the 2026 Trapital Summit to talk about the future of ticketing.

Saumil and I discussed the challenges of earning fans’ trust, why he personally responds to complaints on X, and the fight against bots and ticket fraud. We also talked about the technology fans don’t see, venue exclusivity, and where he believes Ticketmaster’s public reputation differs from how the business operates.

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02:58 From Square to Ticketmaster05:14 Product, Design, and AI06:17 Fan Trust and Transparency11:36 Bots, Fraud, and Resale13:21 The “Blue Dot Fever” Debate14:51 Beyond the Ticketmaster App17:09 Venue Choice and Exclusivity

SPONSORS

Chartmetric Flow: Flow is Chartmetric’s new AI-powered music intelligence tool that helps music professionals turn complex data into actionable insights. Ask questions in plain language, discover trends, and get the information you need to make smarter decisions, all without digging through dashboards.

Learn more: https://flow.chartmetric.com/pricing/trapital

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I sat down with Steve Boom, VP of Audio, Twitch & Games, at the 2026 Trapital Summit to talk about the competition for your attention. Boom oversees Amazon Music, Wondery, Twitch, Audible, and more.

Steve and I discussed the company's partnership with Oprah Winfrey, the tradeoffs of podcast exclusivity, and Amazon Music’s future. We also talked about streaming prices, Twitch’s evolution beyond gaming, and how AI could help Audible reach more listeners worldwide.

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01:24 Competing for Your Attention03:09 Oprah and Podcast Exclusivity06:35 Amazon Music’s Growth09:31 How Amazon Measures Success12:55 Free Tiers and Streaming Prices17:45 Twitch Beyond Gaming20:38 AI and the Future of Audiobooks

SPONSORS

Chartmetric Flow: Flow is Chartmetric’s new AI-powered music intelligence tool that helps music professionals turn complex data into actionable insights. Ask questions in plain language, discover trends, and get the information you need to make smarter decisions, all without digging through dashboards.

Learn more: https://flow.chartmetric.com/pricing/trapital

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Brazil’s biggest music stars can build massive audiences at home, while Nigeria’s global stars often find most of their listeners abroad. Both are finding success, but the paths to building those audiences look very different.

Sung Cho, founder and CEO of Chartmetric, joined me at the Trapital Summit to break down the company’s new report, The New Sound of Global Music. We discussed how music from Mexico, Nigeria, India, Japan, and Brazil travels across borders, why one global hit doesn’t guarantee lasting momentum, and what streaming numbers can miss. We also talked about Chartmetric Flow, how AI can help plan tours and identify brand partnerships, and why execution still matters when everyone has access to the same tools.

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01:54 The Ripple Effect of Global Hits05:39 Brazil vs. Nigeria’s Superstars07:41 What Streaming Data Misses10:53 Introducing Chartmetric Flow12:16 Tour Planning and Brand Partnerships14:53 Why Execution Still Matters

SPONSORS

Chartmetric Flow: Flow is Chartmetric’s new AI-powered music intelligence tool that helps music professionals turn complex data into actionable insights. Ask questions in plain language, discover trends, and get the information you need to make smarter decisions, all without digging through dashboards.Learn more: https://flow.chartmetric.com/pricing/trapital

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