Never Post Episode 0: Independent Media Roundtable
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Jan 31, 2024 Gita Jackson, Alex Sujong Laughlin, and Rusty Foster discuss the evolving media landscape and the need for independent media. They delve into topics such as the challenges and changes in the media industry, the rise and fall of the podcasting industry, the importance of sustainability, and prioritizing mental health in the workplace.
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Gawker's Pressure Cooker
- Gita Jackson describes the pressure of constant performance monitoring at Gawker, negatively impacting her mental health.
- This experience led her to prioritize sustainability at Aftermath.
Always On Call
- Rusty Foster discusses the constant pressure of his dual roles at Scripto and Today in Tabs, always being on call.
- Launching his newsletter became an escape from this unsustainable workload.
Minimum Acceptable Compensation
- Alex Sujong Laughlin questions the minimum acceptable compensation for sustainable media models.
- She highlights the tension between individual salaries and collective well-being.