The Rebooting Show
Brian Morrissey
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Latest episodes
- The Lever's David Sirota on challenging 'corporate media'
57 min
The media landscape is increasingly fragmented, with corporate media struggling to connect with audiences who feel alienated by its establishment-aligned perspective. The Lever aims to provide news coverage from a different standpoint, questioning and challenging the assumptions behind power centers. - The Atlantic’s Nick Thompson on preparing for a post-web world
This episode features a conversation with Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, discussing the profound impact of AI on the media industry. Nick explores potential future scenarios for media companies, emphasizing the need for adaptability and focusing on human-centric journalism. He highlights the current use of AI for internal efficiencies and its potential as a reporting tool, while also addressing the critical need for AI companies to support a healthy media ecosystem. The discussion concludes with a personal reflection on the importance of running in Nick's life.
- The Guardian's Anna Bateson on adapting to AI
This episode features a conversation with Anna Bateson, CEO of The Guardian, discussing the publication's successful expansion into the US market, its financial growth, and its strategic approach to navigating the evolving media landscape, particularly concerning AI and changing audience behaviors. Bateson shares insights into The Guardian's long-term vision, its commitment to journalistic integrity, and the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies and shifting consumption patterns.
- The mushy middle of AI adoption
This episode discusses the current state and future of AI in the media industry, focusing on how AI can improve news products rather than just production efficiency. Guests highlight that despite the hype, AI's practical impact on newsrooms is still limited. They share experiences with AI experiments, noting both successes and challenges. The future of news companies is explored, with potential shifts towards becoming API providers and the increasing importance of quality journalism and human connection. The conversation also touches on the value of information in the AI era and the need for effective mechanisms to realize that value.
- Playboy's next act
In this episode, David Miller, President of Playboy, discusses the brand's strategic transformation and modernization efforts. He highlights Playboy's unique brand advantages, its approach to engaging a diverse audience in the current media landscape, and the future vision for the brand, which includes expanding into hospitality, events, and a membership model. The conversation emphasizes how Playboy aims to evolve beyond its traditional image to become a comprehensive lifestyle brand relevant for today's consumers.
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