E-Books & Self-Publishing Roundup, February 17, 2015
1. Amazon Prime is one of the most bizarre good business ideas ever (Marcus Wohlsen / Wired) 2. A boost…
Daily Must Reads, February 17, 2015
1. New rules governing drone journalism are on the way, and there’s reason to be optimistic (Matt Waite / Nieman…
What Would a Physical Brick-and-Mortar Amazon Store Do?
After almost a century in business, electronics stalwart RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy. Their well situated real estate presents an…
How the Center for Cooperative Media Is Fortifying Local News in New Jersey
Almost two years ago, the Center for Cooperative Media embarked on a project called Grow & Strengthen to expand and…
Upcoming Events in Digital Media: Feb. 17 Edition
Each week, MediaShift posts an ongoing list of upcoming events in the digital media and journalism world. These will be…
The Generosity of David Carr
This remembrance of David Carr first appeared on Medium and is reprinted with permission. The impression David left on people is indelible.…
The Two Best Pieces of Advice David Carr Ever Gave Me
This remembrance of David Carr first appeared on Medium and is used here with permission. Over the last decade David…
Daily Must Reads, February 13, 2015
1. David Carr, Times critic and champion of media, dies at 58 (Bruce Weber & Ashley Southall / New York…
How Bob Simon, Brian Williams Present a Parable of the Digital Age
It’s not about you; it’s about the story. That’s what we tell TV journalism students. The tragic death of "60…
Mediatwits #147: Snapchat Discover: A New Mobile Portal for News?
Look out Facebook, Snapchat might be the new belle at the social media ball and media companies are taking notice.…