Former Observer business editor Jon Talton rants about what's really wrong with newspapers.
He got a link from Romenesko, so you've probably already read it, and it's not the business of this place to focus on the negative.
But Talton is worth a read not only because his words can be so biting but also because he approaches the topic from a business point of view.
And many discussions are finally moving beyond lamenting the death of a business model to looking for solutions. Online advertising might not be enough (Project for Excellence in Journalism).
Let's hope the vision is broad and progress has begun.
Other links:
American Journalism Review on nonprofit journalism.
TechCrunch on whether government should support media companies.
Columbia J-dean's response.
Really want to dig deep and be surprised? Go to Charlotte's Urban Planet forum for outsiders' views. As always, consider the sources, put on your thick skin and look for the hope.
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How do I contact one of this blog's authors to ask questions about media blogging in general? (This obviously shows how little I know that I can't find an e-mail after a half hour of clicking on things). Thanks...
Hi Mike,
Actually, that's our bad, not yours.
I've added my email, hopefully in a way that won't let me get spammed. I'll see whether Rich wants to add his.
Suggestion: You can also check out the new group called Wired Journalists at www.ning.com ... .
Good luck on your blog(s).
Oops. Didn't tell you where that email was. Bottom left corner.
Oops. Didn't tell you where that email was. Bottom left corner.
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