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Hank Green's cautionary tale for knowledge creators

Hank Green's cautionary tale for knowledge creators

Making constant video? Churn at your peril

4 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
Andy Burnham isn't the first TikTok PM. He's something else.

Andy Burnham isn't the first TikTok PM. He's something else.

The first TikTok PM? I'm not buying it.

28 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Want to be on CNN? Become a creator

Want to be on CNN? Become a creator

9 Jul 2026 · 4 min read
IRL: Training in DC

IRL: Training in DC

23 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
The Digital News Report is out. I've read it so you don't have to.

The Digital News Report is out. I've read it so you don't have to.

This year's Digital News Report from the RISJ carries stark warnings for a news industry still stuck in their ways and labouring under the weight of Big Tech.

16 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
The 360k whale that got away

The 360k whale that got away

9 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Hook Repair For: Rachel Reeves

Hook Repair For: Rachel Reeves

The UK's Chief Finance Minister clumsily begins her TikTok investment; a creator is judged by the court of public opinion for making content whilst driving; and what the hell are AI audience needs?

1 Jun 2026 · 6 min read