Better Offline The Onion Knight Ft. Ben Collins
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Jun 21, 2024 Former NBC disinformation reporter Ben Collins, now CEO of Global Tetrahedron, discusses saving The Onion with Jeff Lawson. They emphasize AI tech importance, patience in media transition, and empowering writers in journalism. Ads for products like NYX period underwear are included.
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The Genesis of the Acquisition
- Ben Collins was writing a book about "pieces of shit on the planet Earth" and felt depressed.
- He read that The Onion was for sale and worried about its potential acquisition by Elon Musk or AI companies.
Connecting with Lawson
- Collins's friend, Leela Wilson, emphasized The Onion's importance as a Chicago institution.
- Through networking and persistence, Collins connected with Jeff Lawson, who shared his vision for The Onion.
Profit-Sharing and Public Interest
- The Onion will implement profit sharing to reward staff for its success.
- Lawson views the acquisition as a public interest endeavor, prioritizing a sustainable environment for writers.