Since its inception, YouTube has brought profound changes to the media and entertainment industry that can only be compared to the changes associated with the invention of cinema, radio and television. Entertainment and technology insiders YouTube Chief Business Development Officer Robert Kintzl and Google Lead Writer Maani Peiwan talk about the rise of YouTube, the creatives who have risen to stardom on the video platform, and the media revolution that's underway. now thanks to the development of video streaming. Drawing on his experience at three of the world's most innovative media companies—HBO, Netflix, and YouTube—Robert Kienzl examines the phenomenon of streaming video alongside the power of modern popular culture, and argues convincingly that contrary to common fears that technology is depriving artists of a source of income and reducing quality their creative works, the new media revolution is actually fueling creativity and creating more relevant, diverse and exciting content. Informative, information-rich, and incredibly entertaining, Streampunks is a breathtaking journey into the universe of new media rebels who are changing our world.