It’s O.K. to write about women, fashion, and politics — but here’s how to do it better
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Wednesday, January 5, 2022
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It’s O.K. to write about women, fashion, and politics — but here’s how to do it better“Optics is part of politics, which makes wardrobe choices fair game in many news stories, and not just in those featuring women.” By Rahul Bhargava, Meg Heckman Emily Boardman Ndulue. |
What We’re Reading
Poynter / Alex Sujong Laughlin
“I’m not mad about Ben Smith; I’m mad at all of this.” →
“Smith and Smith have strong resumes, which make them an easy bet for investors. But, ‘on the flip side, I bet not many people are asking them questions about their business model or their target audience, or what makes this company different because they're just betting on their potential,’ [The Juggernaut’s founder Snigdha Sur] said.”
The Washington Post / Paul Farhi and Elahe Izadi
NPR is losing some of its Black and Latino hosts. Colleagues see a larger crisis. →
"There's a lot of confusion that again we're seeing another talented host walking out the door . . . for unspecified opportunities. There's concern that this is not treated or viewed by leadership as the crisis that it is."
OpenNews/Source / Members of The DEI Coalition
As a white manager, how do I build trust and be a good ally to my colleagues of color? →
“Leaders who want to be great allies to their colleagues of color first need to build trust. Start by working through the usual barriers that prevent us from being open with each other. Do not make assumptions about how easy it is to speak up and actively work to upend the power dynamics or blind spots that get in the way.”
The Verge/Hot Pod / Ashley Carman
Podcasters are letting software pick their ads – it’s already going awry →
“The Verge has identified multiple examples of programmatic advertising going wrong, according to sources who asked to remain anonymous over concerns of fraying industry relationships. Ads are showing up in places they shouldn't, signaling not so much a death knell for the effort, but more of a warning that if the trend continues, early trust between podcast networks and tech companies could fall apart.”
The Washington Post / Felicia Sonmez and Josh Dawsey
Trump cancels Jan. 6 news conference at Mar-a-Lago →
“‘In light of the total bias and dishonesty of the January 6th Unselect Committee of Democrats, two failed Republicans, and the Fake News Media, I am canceling the January 6th Press Conference at Mar-a-Lago on Thursday, and instead will discuss many of those important topics at my rally on Saturday, January 15th, in Arizona—It will be a big crowd!’ Trump said.”
Axios / Sara Fischer
Read Justin Smith’s memo to close confidants about his new media venture with Ben Smith →
“This large new global audience, rising consumer frustration with legacy news platforms, increasingly diverse revenue streams for premium journalism, and the entrepreneurial talent gap in news media open up a space for something new. There is an opportunity to reimagine quality global journalism, and the talent model that supports it, for the most worldly audience in human history.”
Axios / Sara Fischer
NPR plans subscriber-only bonus content for new podcast platform →
“The new subscription podcast bundle will give local station supporters extended access to an on-demand library of podcasts and digital content, akin to the on-demand service from PBS called ‘PBS Passport,’ said NPR’s Joel Sucherman, vice president for new platform partnerships.”
The New York Times / Michael M. Grynbaum and Luke Broadwater
House panel asks Sean Hannity to cooperate in its inquiry into the Jan. 6 insurrection →
“In a letter on Tuesday, the committee asked for Mr. Hannity's voluntary cooperation, meaning that the host has not received a formal subpoena. The letter detailed a series of text messages between the conservative media star and senior officials in the Trump White House, illustrating Mr. Hannity's unusually elevated role as an outside adviser to the administration.”
Editor and Publisher / Emma Carew Grovum
When staff appeals for change, be responsive →
“If your staff has come to you with a list of demands or a series of recommendations, it's time for you to dig deep and do some reflection about what you are learning.”
The New Yorker / Clare Malone
Ben Smith can’t say what his new media venture is →
“Right now it's me and Justin making plans with a lot of ambition, and, I think, hopefully, a fair amount of experience.”
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