16min chapter

Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin cover image

Shane Smith

Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

CHAPTER

Navigating Growth: The Rise and Struggles of Vice

This chapter explores the challenges faced by small businesses, particularly the transition from a creative startup to a corporate entity. It reflects on the nostalgic yet complex journey at Vice, highlighting the tension between artistic freedom and financial pressures, alongside themes of equity and the impact of corporate dynamics on content creation. Additionally, it addresses the harsh realities of the media industry, including the disillusionment surrounding financial expectations and the stifling influence of corporate management.

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