Rob Williams – News, Research and Random Thoughts
News, Research and Random Thoughts
The growing gulf between rich and poor households in the United States has worried some observers. They fret that the unrelenting decline of the middle class will lead to social instability or political upheaval.
Unfortunately, an analogous divide between the haves and have-nots of news media is also growing — a depressing trend that could have profound effects on the press’s role as a community watchdog. Read more…
Given new CEO Roger Lynch’s background as a banker, expect him to seek more job cuts and operational efficiencies before preparing the company for a sale. Read more…
A former employee of Flaunt magazine sued Editor-in-Chief Matthew Bedard and CEO Luis Barajas for sexual harassment, sexual battery and other workplace violations.
Read or download the complaint at this link: 1766575881(1-30)
JFK Jr.’s public persona as the heir to Camelot embodied George‘s mix of Hollywood celebrity, politics and journalism. Read more…
Paying attention to Instagram is a must for any publisher of women’s magazines, given the app’s heavy emphasis on fashion and beauty. Read more….
The latest incarnation of Vogue Greece aims to reach tech-savvy millennials with a strong focus on digital, social media and events. Read more…
‘The Face’ magazine helped to define an era with its eye for youth movements and U.K. subculture before closing in 2004. The question for the new ‘Face’ will be how the magazine can differentiate its voice when social media provides a platform for a new generation of social influencers. Read more…
For those who want to recall the golden age of glossy magazines — when editors had more sway than reality-TV stars and Instagram influencers — consider “Save Me The Plums.” Read more…
The sports magazine best known for its swimsuit issue has been on the block since last year. Meredith originally sought $150 million for ‘SI’ and has held firm on that asking price. Read more…
One of the most compelling parts of Apple’s publishing platform is its Apple News Format, which gives publishers greater flexibility in how they present their content and advertising. Read more….