ICYMI Inside Tumblr’s Latest Meltdown
Aug 11, 2021
Allegra Frank, fellow former Tumblr teen, joins Rachelle to discuss Tumblr's attempts to monetize its content, the backlash over the new Post+ feature, and the legal implications of monetizing fan works. They explore the vibrant community on Tumblr, the challenges in monetizing the platform, and the impact of changes on fandom communities. They also touch on the controversies surrounding pagan Tumblr and the decline of Tumblr's functionality and user engagement.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Personal Experiences on Tumblr and Creating Original Content
02:43 • 6min
The Community and Monetization of Tumblr
08:50 • 2min
The History and Monetization Struggles of Tumblr
10:49 • 2min
The Decline of Tumblr and Its Uncertain Identity
12:30 • 2min
Changes on Tumblr and Impact on Fandom Communities
14:56 • 16min