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Making Media

The Ringer’s Press Box with Bryan Curtis - [Making Media, EP.43]

Oct 26, 2023
Bryan Curtis, Editor-at-Large at The Ringer, discusses a range of media topics including writing versus podcasting, streaming versus linear, and the future of sports media. They also talk about The Ringer's independence within Spotify and the risks of cable channels transitioning to streaming. The conversation is entertaining and insightful, covering self-consciousness, chemistry between hosts, and the importance of preparation and rehearsal in podcasting.
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Quick takeaways

  • Writing versus podcasting and the vulnerabilities and satisfaction associated with writing.
  • The changing landscape of media organizations and the challenge of finding the right balance between podcasting and writing.

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TheRinger and Brian Curtis

The podcast episode features a conversation with Brian Curtis, editor at Large at The Ringer. They discuss various media topics, such as writing versus podcasting, streaming versus linear, and the search for water cooler events. Brian Curtis highlights the satisfaction of writing and the vulnerability it entails, as well as the ability of writing to bring forth important and lesser-known ideas. They also explore the importance of chemistry between hosts in a podcast and how planning and research contribute to spontaneous and engaging discussions.

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