Roku
Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A streaming platform and connected TV company that serves as an alternative to Apple TV, hosting both third-party content like NWA Power and original programming such as "Roku Recommends." The platform is frequently discussed in tech podcasts as a competitor in the streaming device market, though conversations also touch on criticisms regarding ad saturation and data collection practices. Roku has also been mentioned as a potential acquisition target for ad tech companies and as a notable IPO investment that underperformed for some retail investors.
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Episode Mentions
I Am All In with Scott Patterson · Apr 16, 2026
Alix vs. Alex What The Hell is Going On, Why You Might Fall Asleep During The Laguna Beach Reunion, Plus Should We or Should We Not Be Watching the Miniature Wife?
“Streaming platform that hosted the Laguna Beach reunion; praised by hosts for user-friendly interface and accessibility”
No Filter With Zack Peter · Apr 10, 2026
Baldoni Set to Testify Against Blake Lively! Amanda Batula Issues New Statement & Leah SLAMS Andy!
“Streaming platform that acquired and released the Laguna Beach reunion special with significant talent investment”
Chicks in the Office · Apr 10, 2026
Justin Bieber Coachella Theories + Stephen Colletti Interview: One Tree Hill, Laguna Beach, Traitors + More!
“Platform partner for Laguna Beach 20-year reunion special; described as enthusiastic about legacy content acquisition”
Pod Meets World · Apr 8, 2026
Stephen Colletti and Trey Phillips (of MTV’s Laguna Beach)
“Streaming platform premiering the 20-year reunion special on April 10th featuring the Laguna Beach cast”
Do This, NOT That: Marketing Tips with Jay Schwedelson · Apr 8, 2026
What’s Up THIS WEEK?! 🤖 The ANTI-AI Advertising Movement ➕Connected TV is FOR ALL Size Marketers Now [B2B and B2C] 📺 | Ep. 488
“Mentioned as example of connected TV platform where ads can appear”
It's Open with Ilana Glazer · Apr 2, 2026
Zoe Lister-Jones
“Streaming platform that removed Zoë's show Slip four months after release for tax write-off purposes despite critical acclaim”
I Am All In with Scott Patterson · Apr 2, 2026
Listen If You Want To
“Streaming platform mentioned as preferred smart TV operating system for ease of use”
Pop Culture Happy Hour · Apr 1, 2026
The Comeback
“Mentioned in show's satire about streaming platforms and where audiences watch prestige content”
Fresh Air · Mar 10, 2026
Jamilah Lemieux on the complicated beauty of being a ‘Black. Single. Mother.’
“Device platform offering access to MGM+ streaming service”
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · Mar 1, 2026
328: Shared Resources, Shared Problems
“Streaming device mentioned as alternative being replaced by Raspberry Pi 5 retro console setup”
Motley Fool Money · Feb 26, 2026
NVIDIA Posts Earnings. Wall Street Says “That’s It?”
“Connected TV platform suggested as potential merger partner with Trade Desk to improve monetization while leveraging Trade Desk's ad tech.”
David Greene is Obsessed · Feb 26, 2026
Billy Corgan is obsessed with wrestling
“Streaming platform hosting NWA Power, described as the biggest distribution opportunity for the wrestling brand since Corgan's ownership.”
Cult of Mac · Feb 19, 2026
Apple’s March event is set — what’s coming?
“Mentioned as alternative streaming device preference compared to Apple TV”
AppleInsider Podcast · Feb 6, 2026
Apple Vision Pro anniversary, Gemini confusion, and iPhone Flip on the AppleInsider Podcast
“Wesley's preferred device for Super Bowl viewing at family gathering; represents non-Apple streaming device ecosystem”
Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing · Feb 5, 2026
Producer-Director Relationships w/Mr. Jonathan Burns - Just Shoot It 513
“Jonathan produced 'Roku Recommends' show featuring movie recommendations”
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · Feb 1, 2026
324: The Intel Batman
“Smart TV platform criticized for excessive ads and data collection practices”
The Find Out Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
Stormy Daniels Like You've Never Heard Her
“Removed Daniels' content from platform; cited as part of coordinated deplatforming efforts against her”
Version History · Jan 11, 2026
TiVo: Press pause
“Company founded by Replay TV's Anthony Wood; represents alternative path to media distribution”
Your Money Guide on the Side · Jan 5, 2026
Why I Buy Stocks at All Time Highs
“Mentioned as one of several hot IPO stocks host purchased after Peloton success, resulting in losses”
Rich On Tech · Jan 4, 2026
Helping my dad untangle his tech, Galaxy A17 & removing people from photos (155, January 3, 2026)
“Streaming device platform; KTLA Plus app available on Roku”
The Vergecast · Dec 2, 2025
Apple gadgets, ranked
“Streaming device alternative to Apple TV; discussed as adequate lower-cost option”
The Daily · Oct 12, 2025
Sunday Special: Bringing Broadway Home
“Hosted streaming capture of British production of Heathers the Musical”