This episode is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. In this episode of Contrarian Marketing, we discuss the current state of media based on the near-bankruptcy of Vice and the shutdown of BuzzFeed News. We think smaller, niche media companies can provide content that larger media companies cannot fulfill, and non-media companies like retailers can fund media teams to fill the gap. We predict that AI will play a significant role in the future of media, for example, in gathering and distributing news and sports coverage. We also announced plans to create a highly curated Slack group for solopreneurs to share experiences and help each other navigate the challenges of running a business. Apply! Show notes * Kevin’s LinkedIn post * Episode about remote work: Time stamps 00:00:45 - Introduction to the state of media industry 00:04:20 - Non-media companies funding media teams 00:08:40 - Smaller, niche media companies filling the gaps left by larger media companies 00:14:00 - The Role of AI in the future of media 00:23:00 - Announcement of highly curated Slack group for solopreneurs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.contrarianmarketingpodcast.com