Troy Young, a former Nike executive discussing value destruction in brands, joins Brian Morrissey, who offers insights on rebooting media through his newsletter, and Alex Schleifer, who looks at universal concepts in the digital space. They explore the future of search engines, the rise of AI, and complex shifts in content monetization. The conversation also touches on Nike's marketing struggles and the changing nature of news consumption, emphasizing the tension between traditional media and emerging personal brands in a saturated landscape.

The podcast features Troy Young, Brian Morrissey, and Alex Schleifer discussing the challenges faced by upmarket brands, the use of robots in content creation, Amazon's manipulative practices, the difficulties faced by Google, and their opinions on Guinness beer and product selection.

Troy, Alex and Brian discuss what's next for interfaces and how we will be getting our media in the future.Show notes:Troy Young's People vs Algorithms newsletterBrian Morrissey's The Rebooting newsletterUniversal EntitiesDonks by Felix ColgraveCrown Royal x Super Bowl LVII - Thank You Canada (this is the video Troy mentions at the end of the episode)Follow Alex, Brian and Troy on Twitter

Troy Young, an influential voice behind the People vs Algorithms newsletter, joins Brian Morrissey, the mind behind The Rebooting newsletter, and Alex Schleifer from Universal Entities for a lively discussion. They delve into the Department of Justice's antitrust case against Google, warning that dismantling the giant could bring unforeseen consequences. The trio also scrutinizes the struggles of Food52 under new leadership and hilariously celebrates the cultural significance of chicken parm in America. Tune in for a deep dive into ad tech and media transformation!

Troy Young, a contributor to the People vs Algorithms newsletter; Brian Morrissey, author of The Rebooting newsletter; and Alex Schleifer from Universal Entities tackle pressing issues. They discuss a federal judge's ruling declaring Google a monopoly and its implications for tech competition. Memes are highlighted as powerful tools in political communication and media trends. The trio also examines YouTube's rise as modern TV and critiques the advertising struggles faced by platforms like Twitter amidst shifting cultural landscapes.

This week, Troy, Alex and Brian discuss how we come up with ideas and take them through to execution. We break down the phases, from thinking to making to editing.Troy Young's People vs Algorithms newsletterBrian Morrissey's The Rebooting newsletterAlex Schleifer's Universal EntitiesFollow Alex, Brian and Troy on Twitter

Brian, Troy, and Alex tackle the fascinating topic of formats and explore why they can make or break media companies. Note: this is a re-upload of the episode because Alex screwed it and uploaded an old episode the first time round. That's what you get for trusting RSS feeds. Some links:Troy Young's People vs Algorithms newsletterBrian Morrissey's The Rebooting newsletterAlex Schleifer's Universal EntitiesFollow Alex, Brian and Troy on Twitter

Troy and Alex discuss AI, including a variant of Chat GPT called perplexity, which they are willing to pay up to $500 a month for. They also explore the benefits of engaging with machines through voice conversation, the challenges of reporting in the media industry, the unique characteristics and potential of podcasting as a business, and their preferences for video games and cars.

Brian Morrissey, founder of Rebooting and former president of Digiday Media, dives into the evolution of sustainable media. He discusses the shift from mass media to micro media, emphasizing individual creativity and niche expertise. Morrissey highlights how AI will complement human talent rather than replace it, and explains the rise of independent work post-pandemic, advocating for a new perspective on entrepreneurship. He also underscores the importance of personal branding and adaptability in today's changing job landscape.

Troy Young, who runs a newsletter at the crossroads of people and algorithms, and Brian Morrissey, a digital media expert and host of The Reboot, dive into the evolving landscape of political communication. They explore how nostalgia influences voter behavior and the pivot to authenticity in campaigns. The discussion also touches on the challenges remote work brings to corporate culture, the ethical implications of AI, and the power dynamics between creators and major tech platforms.