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One of the big takeaways from our Disney Part II episode is that ESPN's profits funded the entire rest of the company. For decades. Here it is illustrated. Cable networks (most of which was ESPN) reached 59% of total profits in 2011!!

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@saadgul Epic

@israelcando.604 😳

@mhhaider6 With the changing landscape and all, they better get David on board and add Nintendo to their portfolio. The need for OG Princess Peach costumes is immediate and great 😅

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