Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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This week we’re joined by Justin Sevakis, founder of Anime News Network and MediaOCD, to talk about the surprising resurgence of physical media. As companies move toward an all-digital future, are we putting decades of art, games, and films at risk? And if corporations won't preserve media...who will?
We explore Sony's decision to phase out physical games, why Blu-ray may be having its own "vinyl moment," and how private collectors have quietly become some of the most important archivists in entertainment history. We also dive into anime's journey from niche hobby to mainstream phenomenon, the rise and fall of Right Stuf, and why younger fans are embracing physical media from an era they never experienced.
Justin also shares stories from restoring obscure films, explains what it's really like running a boutique distribution company, and gives us a glimpse into the future of anime preservation.
Big thanks to our patrons, we’ll be back next week!
You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: thedragonstreasure.com
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor
Executive Producer: Ben Webster
Editor: Spencer Vann
"Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite
Theme by Mega Drive → megadrivemusic.com
Opening Animation: Kidmograph
City Animation: Eric Langlay
"The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media.
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Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: maingear.com/ref/656
Join Our Patreon: patreon.com/thecreateunknown
This week we’re joined by Justin Sevakis, founder of Anime News Network and MediaOCD, to talk about the surprising resurgence of physical media. As companies move toward an all-digital future, are we putting decades of art, games, and films at risk? And if corporations won't preserve media...who will?
We explore Sony's decision to phase out physical games, why Blu-ray may be having its own "vinyl moment," and how private collectors have quietly become some of the most important archivists in entertainment history. We also dive into anime's journey from niche hobby to mainstream phenomenon, the rise and fall of Right Stuf, and why younger fans are embracing physical media from an era they never experienced.
Justin also shares stories from restoring obscure films, explains what it's really like running a boutique distribution company, and gives us a glimpse into the future of anime preservation.
Big thanks to our patrons, we’ll be back next week!
You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: thedragonstreasure.com
Buy our T-shirts: thecreateunknown.com/store
Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: discord.gg/vnRnr3rCzt
Apple: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownApple
Spotify: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotify
Google Podcasts: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcasts
CREDITS:
Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor
Executive Producer: Ben Webster
Editor: Spencer Vann
"Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite
Theme by Mega Drive → megadrivemusic.com
Opening Animation: Kidmograph
City Animation: Eric Langlay
"The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media.
CONNECT WITH US:
» Chat with us on DISCORD: discord.gg/qAQV3Jw
» Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/createunknown
» Follow us on INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thecreateunknown
» Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thecreateunknown
» View our website: thecreateunknown.com
