Season 2 · Episode 1898
The Vinyl of Video: Why Laserdisc Refuses to Die
It spun at 1800 RPM, stored movies analog, and cost a fortune—yet Laserdisc’s legacy endures.
My Weird Prompts · Daniel Rosehill
April 2, 202624m 16s
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Show Notes
Before DVDs, there was Laserdisc: a massive, analog optical disc that changed how we watch movies. In this episode, we explore why this "failed" format was a technological marvel, how it pioneered home theater features like audio commentary, and why collectors still hunt for players in 2024. From laser rot to CLV vs. CAV, discover the fascinating history of video's vinyl era.