

Perpetual
Adam Ryan, A Workweek Friend
The world of Media is moving faster and faster. Media executives have more to process than ever before and need to know what’s working today, while keeping pulse on tomorrow. Perpetual peels back the curtain on what media executives are doing to stay at the top of their game, combined with rigorous predictions on the future. Hosted by Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek, the show zooms in on how executives are executing their playbooks. Guests are world-class at what they do, coming from companies like 6AM City, Dirt, and Semafor, so join Adam as he gets into the weeds of how they deliver. You’ll get to know the media they’re consuming as well as the challenges they’re working through. Here’s what to expect. We’ll get into the trends our guests have been taking advantage of and how they’ve impacted their business. You’ll also hear which companies are currently flying under the radar, and who you need to keep an eye on over the next 12 months. Adam also jumps in with tear down commentary episodes reflecting on his guests’ key takeaways, and on breaking news in the media industry. Perpetual gives you practical playbooks and thoughtful predictions on what lies just around the corner in the industry that you won’t want to miss. It’s time to get ahead of the curve. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
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Mar 8, 2022 • 39min
S1 EP2: How to Build a Web3 Media Company with Daisy Alioto, Dirt
Everyone has an opinion about Web3. But not everyone happens to be a media company building in Web3. That’s where Dirt comes in and more specifically, Daisy Alioto.For such a vast topic, actual media operators in the Web3 space are relatively thin on the ground. Getting first-hand experience, accurate data on the impact of this technology and what it means for the media industry is a rare find. That’s why Daisy Alioto’s insights are so valuable.Adam and Daisy discuss Dirt, the daily newsletter providing unique takes and smart conversation on all things streaming, entertainment and digital culture. Daisy talks about her background and shines some light on where the future of Web3 will and won’t take media operators going forward. Daisy’s an absolute pro at building and managing audiences. Managing relationships is a high priority for episode sponsor Sailthru. Their platform is designed to build relationships with an audience who move the needle for your business. Find out more here: https://www.sailthru.com/ Follow Daisy:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marissa-daisy-firke-4b778237Twitter: twitter.com/daisandconfusedKeep up to date with the latest Media Moves news.Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_nSign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Feb 28, 2022 • 39min
S1 EP1: Reporting The Black Innovation Economy With Sherrell Dorsey, The Plug
She’s an author, CEO and Founder, and she’s crazy gifted at storytelling. She’s Sherrell Dorsey, the talent behind The Plug, a digital news platform reporting on the Black innovation economy.Media companies are built on storytelling, yet very often there’s a disconnect and brands get it horribly wrong. But not Sherrell. This is her superpower and one she’s monetized through her subscription-only digital news and insights platform.Adam gets into the weeds of why lazy reporting on black founders created an opening for Sherrell’s empire, why helping readers connect to stories beyond the usual cast of characters matters, and how quality journalism is at the heart of The Plug’s product.You’ll hear Sherrell’s pricing strategy for her unique database of subscribers and her expert opinion on the future of the media landscape. This is one media podcast you won’t want to miss. Media Moves is sponsored by Sailthru who, like The Plug, are building an audience-first platform giving media executives more time to build meaningful relationships with the right people. Learn more here: https://www.sailthru.com/ Follow Sherrell:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sherrelldorseyTwitter: https://twitter.com/Sherrell_DorseyKeep up to date with the latest Media Moves news.Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_nSign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Feb 25, 2022 • 2min
Media Moves: Season 1 Trailer
The world of Media is moving faster and faster. When executives have more to process than ever before, how do you stay ahead of what’s coming around the corner?I’m Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek. And as a media executive I know how hard it can be to keep up with our perpetually changing industry. That’s why I started Media Moves: To deliver the latest news, moves and predictions media executives need to know to stay at the top of our industry.Our conversations have two parts. First we zoom in on how executives are executing their playbooks. Our guests are world-class at what they do coming from companies like 6AM City, Dirt, and The Plug, and I want to get into the weeds of how they deliver. We’ll get to know the media they’re consuming as well as the challenges they’re working through.Second, we zoom out on where media is heading. What is going to look different in 5 years’ time? And what will stay the same? By knowing what trends are unfolding, you’ll be able to make stronger bets about your business’s future.Media Moves gives you practical playbooks and thoughtful predictions on what lies just around the corner for our industry that you won’t want to miss.New episodes starting February 28th, with new episodes every Tuesday after that. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.


