How Streaming Broke Hollywood & What Comes Next | Patrick Caligiuri

Future of Hollywood, streaming economics, and AI in film—after Netflix. Patrick Caligiuri (“Patrick the Producer”) joins Lindsay Hadley and Matt Peterson for a special on-location episode of The Harbor Podcast, recorded at the Harbor Film Forum in Montana, to map what’s next: brand storytelling, micro-series/vertical formats, and authentic content audiences actually want.

Patrick breaks down why the long tail collapsed, why commercials are ignored, and how brand-funded content + shoppable video/product placement can refill the revenue stack. The conversation explores AI as a tool (not a replacement), ownership in AI workflows, YouTube vs. Netflix scale, and emerging global hubs (UAE/Abu Dhabi) building clean-slate media ecosystems.

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About Patrick Caligiuri:
Patrick Caligiuri, known online as Patrick the Producer, is a journalist-turned-producer and respected voice on Hollywood’s transformation. His candid insights on streaming, strikes, and AI have made him a leading commentator on the future of entertainment. Now serving as a special adviser to the UAE’s Office of Media in Abu Dhabi, he focuses on building sustainable production ecosystems and championing authentic storytelling, creator ownership, and innovation through initiatives like the Bridge Summit, a global forum uniting film, tech, and AI.