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The hosts debate whether Apple will adopt the AMP group's proposed metrics, with Dave Jones suggesting Apple rarely adopts outside specs unless they align with internal goals. They reference Apple's history with HLS video and the Podcasting 2.0 tags as examples of how the company manages its ecosystem.
Adam Curry reiterates his passion for RSS and the success of Podcasting 2.0 in moving "mountains" despite being on the fringe. He celebrates the current state of open podcasting technology, including functional video solutions, and expresses optimism about the future of the Data Collective.
Mike Dell explains that Blueberry is developing support for Apple HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) to meet customer demand for video podcasting. He notes that video metrics will likely remain similar to audio, relying on server log files for measurement. The hosts argue that the push for video is primarily driven by a desire to tap into YouTube's advertising revenue rather than improving the medium itself.
