What are you doing tonight? Say hello to the company that made the line,  “I don’t know, what do you want to do?” fall out of fashion. Adam talks to Scott Owens, Founder and CEO of DoStuff Media, about the art of creating an event media empire. Scott explains how DoStuff Media started in Austin and expanded to over 22 cities, tackling local events and entertainment options for people who are, well… just looking for stuff to do. Scott shares how his journey of perseverance, strategy, and execution over the past 15 years transformed his business from event promotions to a successful consumer-based subscription model. How does DoStuff continue to grow and thrive in an increasingly crowded market? Tune in to find out exactly how Scott managed to conquer the challenges DoStuff Media faced, the opportunities he seized, and all of the valuable lessons he learned along the way.   00:00:01 - CEO Shares Secrets to Success 00:00:58 - Helping People Find Weekend Activities 00:02:22 - Starting Local Event Discovery Company Expansion 00:04:35 - Diversifying Revenue Streams for Success 00:07:35 - MDC Launches Subscription Service for Concert Tickets 00:14:21 - Mixing Humility with High Ambition 00:22:04 - Expanding Strategy in New Markets   Want to get into it further?   Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!  

NFTs, blockchain, and web3, oh my! If money never sleeps—then crypto has so much caffeine coursing through its veins, that it literally couldn't sleep even if it tried. But you still have to. So as a media company, how can you keep up with the rollercoaster ride that is crypto? Meet crypto expert Jarrod Dicker, lead partner and creator of TCG Crypto and former VP of Commercial at The Washington Post. Jarrod chats with Adam about the unique challenges of the crypto market and explains why it’s revolutionizing the way consumers are spending money on content. How are newer, more innovative subscription models paving the way for exciting changes in the news media industry? Adam and Jarrod discuss how the intersection of journalism and crypto is creating radically different ways of digital content consumption—and what this means for content-first companies.  Tune in now, sleep soundly later. 00:00:00 - Life's Pivotal Moments in Blogging 00:00:47 - Unique Journey from Journalism to Crypto 00:11:04 - Navigating the Swings of Crypto 00:14:43 - Reimagining Subscription Models with Crypto 00:16:40 - Innovating Subscription Models for Creators 00:21:17 - Navigating the Crypto Landscape for Consumers 00:25:22 - Crypto's Rise as Core Focus 00:29:06 - Scaling Struggles in the Crypto Industry 00:31:05 - Future of AI and Crypto Follow Jarrod:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarroddicker/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jarroddicker Want to get into it further?  Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

How do you build one of the most successful fantasy football newsletters around?  According to Eliot Crist, CEO of Matthew Berry’s Fantasy Life Newsletter, it’s all about recognizing strengths within each individual and understanding your growth goals.  Eliot sits down with Adam to share his insights on maintaining engagement with your audience, leveraging partnerships for growth, and how to cope with the seasonal nature of any industry. He also reveals what he believes will be the future of the fantasy football industry and explains what excites him most about the work they're doing at Fantasy Life. Discover how Fantasy Life became a leading fantasy football media company built off the back of the world's most engaged fantasy football newsletter. Join Eliot and Adam as they dive into the challenges and successes of building a startup, the power of listening, and the importance of surrounding yourself with smart people.   00:00:38 - Rapid Growth of Fantasy Football Newsletter 00:03:11 - Strategic Team Building for Growth 00:04:47 - Transitioning from Sales to Operations 00:06:14 - Balancing Passion and Skill in Building a Team 00:09:15 - Unlocking Growth Through Strategic Partnerships 00:15:04 - The Power of Newsletters for Consumer Companies 00:17:15 - Navigating Seasonality in Fantasy Football 00:21:21 - The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with Smart People 00:28:44 - Positive Impact of NFL on Business 00:29:42 - The Future of the Media Industry Subscribe to Matthew Berry's Fantasy Life Newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=Qj8C77&g=Xfj8F2   Follow Eliot:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliot-crist-a59818146/   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

SXSW is quintessential Austin. So how did this main staple of Austin culture grow to its astounding 36 years of festival success since its initial conception in 1987?  Join Adam Ryan as he interviews Hugh Forrest, Co-President & Chief Programming Officer at SXSW, to learn how the organization thinks about creating lasting, impactful cultural moments and what aspects of the festival have had to evolve with the rise of social media. How does SXSW generate one-of-a-kind viral moments while still adhering to its unique brand of authenticity?  Hugh discusses the impact of technology startups at SXSW and reveals his predictions for the future of the media industry.  Don't miss out on this insightful conversation about one of the most influential events in the world.   00:00:01 - Interview with Hugh on the Show 00:00:15 - The Evolution of South by Southwest 00:05:57 - Preparing for Unexpected Moments at SXSW 00:11:35 - Creating Authenticity in a Big Event 00:21:37 - South by Southwest Returns in 2024 00:25:02 - The Evolution of South by Southwest 00:29:00 - The Future of South by Southwest and the Media Industry   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

The newsletter world stopped being polite and started getting real this week, and TBH this is the moment Adam’s been waiting for his whole life.  He breaks down the Twitter feud between SparkLoop’s Lewis Nicholls and beehiiv’s Tyler Denk, which ended with Tyler responding, “Didn’t you sell your failed company in a fire sale?” to the SparkLoop Co-Founder’s tweet about their closed recommendation ESP network.  Who’s right and who’s wrong? And is SparkLoop’s bully strategy ultimately doomed to fail?  Tune in to find out why Adam thinks both need to pay heed to the lessons that past clickbait farms like BuzzFeed have taught us about improving metrics at the risk of creating inevitable churn and why focusing less on industry beef and more on quality over quantity in the newsletter industry is at a critical boiling point.    View the Twitter beef here.   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement, claiming the language learning model stole thousands of its articles to train its machines, and allowing millions of other sites to profit off of the backs of its employees’ hard-earned labor. So what happens next if the New York Times wins their suit?  Adam’s back, and he’s breaking down everything you need to know about the groundbreaking new lawsuit. What does the downfall of Napster have to teach us about copyright infringement cases—and does it spell doom for chatbot technology? Trust us when we say, “This has all happened before and it will happen again.” Tune in to find out what happens next.   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

Figuring the right marketing fit as a B2B can feel like throwing spaghetti at a wall—sooner or later at least one strategy has to stick… right? But how can you optimize the path to finding the right verticals in the meantime? Join Adam Ryan as he sits down with Chris Ferrell, CEO of Endeavor Business Media, to discuss the ins and outs of the media industry and the strategies behind building a successful B2B brand.  From choosing the right verticals to navigating acquisitions, Chris shares his expertise and insights on how to thrive in the B2B media space.  Discover the secrets behind Endeavor's rapid growth, its unique approach to team development, and its plans for the future—directly from the mouth of one of the B2B industry's most accomplished leaders himself.   00:01:41 - From Internet Startup to Media Mogul 00:04:27 - Choosing Verticals: Buy vs Build 00:06:38 - Defining Success: Revenue or Audience? 00:07:48 - Building a Company with Local Investors 00:11:53 - Endeavor's Sustainable Growth: 25 Acquisitions, 700 Employees 00:14:08 - Building an Executive Team for Long-Term Success 00:18:19 - Acquiring Deals of Varying Sizes 00:22:05 - Challenges in Selling Small Media Companies 00:24:44 - The Evolution of Hosted Buyer Conferences 00:27:38 - Structuring a Team for Verticals 00:30:08 - Changing Perceptions of the Media Industry 00:34:46 - The Impact of AI on B2B Marketing   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

In this very special episode Adam sits down with the CEO of Bloomberg Media as he unpacks exactly what it means to build an audience-first media company. Adam and Scott get into the weeds of what getting back to basics really looks like when it comes to UI, how the world’s largest newsroom is leveraging AI (and has done for some time), and the secret sauce to retaining top talent. Plus you’ll also hear Scott’s secret formula to success in the media. Spoiler: It's what Bloomberg has been doing for years. Want to get into it further? Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

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. With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

What happens to media companies during a recession? If you’re in a startup, this is your episode. Adam gets into advertising, recession, and why smaller companies benefit from being under the macro wave during tough economic times. Want to get into it further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

How did a guy who looks like a poorly-dressed substitute teacher wind up at the heart of a scandal that rocked the world? Through the power of storytelling. Adam takes a short, deep dive into the FTX collapse and specifically its founder Sam Bankman-Fried. SBF’s personal brand was so compelling it convinced high-profile investors and celebrities to invest in him. And media operators have that exact same power at their fingertips. Want to get into it further? Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

What makes Ben Smith different from so many journalists? He’s not reporting the news, he’s breaking it. Adam takes 5 minutes to deep dive into exactly what this means, how it sets Ben up as the go-to journalist in media, and why he has an athlete mindset. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

Meet the anonymous man behind the revolutionary Twitter account that’s making the automotive industry more transparent than ever before. That's right—Yossi Levi’s finally stepping out of the shadows of anonymity and sitting down with Adam to share his personal experience and insights into the automotive industry. From starting an anonymous account to unveiling his personal story and building a strong following, Yossi discusses the challenges and successes he encountered along the way. Yossi and Adam chat about the importance of content market fit and monetization strategies and explain how building leverage and support early on is essential to staying afloat in the creator economy. They also explore the value of offering unique insights and content, the power of building relationships with influential voices, and the potential for growth in the B2B automotive media space. Learn how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of content creation and audience engagement—tune in now!    00:00:49 - Car Business Prodigy Transforms Industry 00:06:44 - Twitter Account Growth 00:10:44 - Finding Content Market Fit Quickly 00:13:30 - Reinventing Car Dealership Personas with Unique Content 00:19:00 - How to Engage High-Power Audiences 00:19:54 - Unveiling the Story Behind a Podcast Launch 00:25:05 - Impact of Timing on Video Distribution 00:26:18 - Building Relationships: Key to Launch Success 00:29:38 - Building Leverage Early for Success 00:36:08 - Monetization Strategy for an Insights-Driven Brand 00:39:43 - Establishing Accountability Through Customer Base 00:44:36 - Focusing on Long-Term Growth Strategies   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

Every year hundreds of billions of dollars are left on the table because entrepreneurs don't know how to access Government funding. MainStreet is fixing that. Adam jumps into conversation with Doug Ludlow, CEO of MainStreet, the platform taking the guesswork out of how to access tax credits. Doug discusses how media companies can survive through an impending downturn, why survival is the new hyper-growth, and the power of Twitter for building the MainStreet brand. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual Follow Doug: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dougludlow Twitter: https://twitter.com/dougludlow And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

Getting people to trust news sources is tough but Ben Smith is facing the challenge head-on, building credibility through Semafor. Find out how. Ben is Editor-in-Chief and Co-founder of Semafor, the online news platform that strives to become a trusted news source in an interconnected world, based on journalistic transparency and a platform that delivers shared facts while giving voice to a range of informed, competing views. Adam and Ben get into the relationship between creator bylines vs trusted institutions like the New York Times, why quality journalism is never about the money, and why there’s no short cut to great reporting. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual Follow Ben: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ben-smith-04b1403 Twitter: https://twitter.com/semaforben And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

If you’re a media operator looking for a fresh take on the Elon/Twitter story, you’ve found it here. Adam Ryan runs through the issues from a media perspective, digging into Elon’s proposed changes to advertising on the platform and how it’s likely to squeeze out the likes of Meta. Searing analysis, great commentary and all inside 5-minutes And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

What does the future of machine learning look like? Ben Faw has some hot takes. AdVon Commerce is the company that harnesses proprietary software to create value in e-commerce, working with brands like Beauty Bakerie and Over Easy. Ben and Adam open season 4 by getting into the future of machine learning for content creators and brands. They discuss how Chrome browser data will play a bigger role in searches, and how to leverage newsletters as a channel. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual Follow Ben: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benfaw Twitter: https://twitter.com/btfaw And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

Substack has made a bold move with its newsletter subscriptions, but how does it work and should other media companies follow suit? Adam gets into it in a 5-minute dive into subscription recommendations. The figures look promising but are they sustainable, and what’s stopping super successful writers from leaving the platform? Want to take the discussion further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

In this 5-minute tear down, Adam responds to comments on his recent viral tweet asking if the creator economy is cratering. Join Adam as he gets into how platforms are connecting audiences and creators on a deeper level, and how Only Fans does business differently. Want to see what all the noise is about? Here’s the tweet that went viral: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n/status/1571503567491698694 Want to take the discussion further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

In this 5-minute tear down, Adam reacts to what he learnt in his interview with CEO of Incredible Dream Studios CEO, Jane Hoffacker. You’ll hear Adam’s take on why media companies should take action when an industry goes in two different directions, how to use digital to build community, and why change is hard but necessary. If you want to hear how Jane is creating incredible board games and building community, take a listen to the last episode here: https://spoti.fi/3xq3RwO Want to take the discussion further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

Jane Hoffacker is on a mission to help players escape on fantasy adventures through tabletop games. Find out how she’s building a media company focused on bringing stories to life. Adam and Jane get into why Incredible Dream Studios is zigging when everyone else is zagging, why your community helps you find relevance, and why they’re in a state of constant experimentation. You’ll also hear Jane’s take on why Incredible Dream Studios is uniquely focusing on IP and not just the gamplay. Follow Jane: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janelovesgames Want to take the discussion further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

What can media companies learn from the success of Mr Beast’s burger launch? Plenty, as it turns out. Adam shares some spicy takes on why product quality is less important than brand love, why you should surround yourself with talent, and why creators might just be the asset your media company needs Want to take the discussion further? Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

The days of single focus media businesses are declining. Adam Ryan explains why multiple core competencies are opening up huge opportunities for media companies. Adam dives straight in with a look back at how traditional media companies operated, focused almost exclusively on one part of their business - like advertising. But with barriers to areas like distribution getting lower, media companies are jumping on the opportunity to spread their wings and explore diverse business opportunities, like Barstool’s ghost kitchen.   And if you’re building a media business, this 5-minute breakdown is going to be gold.  Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual If you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

How does the co-founder of the nation’s fastest-growing newsletter-first media company think about scaling, investing, and running a local media company?  Adam sits down with Ryan Heafy, the CEO of 6AM City, to discuss the ins and outs of local media and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Ryan shares how his passion for the local economic development of communities led him to create 6AM City and how the community-led newsletter managed to capture a sustainable local revenue source in the process.  What are his top strategies for increasing LTV? How does Ryan think about advertising? And what’s the true importance of geolocation when selling? Tune in to learn how 6AM City is revolutionizing the local media landscape and what the future holds for the industry.   00:00:28 - Capitalizing on Local Pride Through Newsletters 00:04:14 - Expanding Into New Cities 00:06:42 - How Locals Sell Their City 00:08:30 - Staffing Sales Teams for Regional Growth 00:11:19 - Deciding When to Divest from a City 00:14:26 - Rapid Expansion Teaches Valuable Lessons 00:16:56 - Strategic Partnership with Tegna Announced 00:22:57 - Success Secrets 00:26:46 - Exciting Media Changes in Next 5 Years   Learn More About 6am City:  Website: https://6amcity.com   Follow Ryan:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanheafy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ryanheafy   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

So often media companies hold back from being truly creative with their marketing. But when they let loose they become culture shapers. Find out how. In this 5-minute episode Adam breaks down three ways your company can stop sitting on the sidelines and begin to shape the culture around it. Because when you own the narrative, the world’s your oyster.  Grab a pen, this is a highly actionable run through. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

Is low signal content really the answer for follower engagement? Adam Ryan has some strong feelings around playing to the lowest common denominator. Find out more. Adam gets straight into a subject all media companies should be talking about. In this 5-minute episode he talks clickbait, creating content with one person in mind, and how negative signaling and the lowest common denominator go hand-in-hand. You’ll also hear Adam’s take on vanity metrics and why they clash with Workweek’s values. Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

How do you get the right balance between pushing your products and keeping on the good side of your audience?  In this 5-minute teardown, Adam Ryan takes you through his thoughts on getting it right, with some practical examples thrown in along the way. If you’re running a media company, a creator or building audiences of any kind, this is the episode for you. Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

After raising $57 million over the last 5 years, D.C. based media company Axios has been acquired by Cox Communications for $525 million.  With execution being key, Adam discusses why some considered Axios to be doomed from the start, only to end up with one of the best outcomes we’ve seen just 5 years later. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

Welcome to Season 3 of Media Moves! This season's topic: Content to Commerce. We are happy to be speaking with Amanda Natividad, VP of Marketing for SparkToro. Join Adam and Amanda as they discuss the benefits of sticking to your niche and personal experiences, modern content marketing, and content creator’s responsibility for copywriting. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Adam is the CEO of Workweek, producing amazing podcasts. Find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

The media landscape is changing fast and content to commerce is the number one topic on the minds of media operators. Ever since Penn Gaming bought a stake a Barstool, media companies have sat up and decided they want some skin in the game. Media Moves understands the playbook inside out and every week listeners can expect to hear from high-quality guests for their ONE play to help businesses leverage the content to commerce dynamic. Hosted by Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek, the show will delve deeper into topics like how content is helping companies like Morning Brew sell products, before getting inside the mind of world-class media operators and pulling out their highly practical takeaway. Media Moves gives you the inside track on one of the hottest topics in media from the CEO of one of the only creator-centric media companies in the world. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

This is a spicy one. Why don’t subscription models work? Because they rely on subscription sleepers. Adam Ryan, digs into what that means for media companies. Adam pulls no punches in this 5-minute episode. Find out just how many subscribers become inactive the day after sign-up and why a subscription model should never be your sole play. You’ll also hear Adam’s thoughts on media companies setting the cancellation barrier so high and why Workweek has taken a completely different approach to subscription. And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much!

Why would a huge European event business snap up a relatively unknown media company? In this 5-minute tear down, Adam Ryan has the answers. Join Adam as he shares his personal experience talking to Industry Dive CEO Sean Griffey, why Informa has done the math, and some of the challenges they’ll face going forward. You’ll hear Adam’s spicy takes on whether this vertical play will convert, why media is always an execution game, and why going deeper with the audience is Informa’s next challenge. To hear Adam’s original interview with Sean, listen here: https://bit.ly/3J1ulcM And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Why is paid marketing getting a bad rap? When some of the biggest media businesses in the world leverage it, it’s time to challenge the trend. Adam takes 5 minutes to call out the problems of assuming paid content is lower quality, why your product’s market fit is key, and how Workweek is thinking about paid and organic content. Don’t forget to subscribe and join Adam for season 3 as he asks media operators for their ONE takeaway to improve business, going from content to commerce. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

How do you retain talent and keep your creatives in-house? It’s a question that’s plagued media operators for years, and Adam has the solution. In fact, he has 3. Join Adam, as he takes a 5-minute run through on ways to create the kind of work environment that encourages and nurtures your top talent. You’ll also hear Adam’s hot takes on the creator economy and relatable examples. One to take note of. Don’t forget to subscribe and join Adam for season 3 as he asks media operators for their ONE takeaway to improve business, going from content to commerce. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Discover the fascinating story behind FreightWaves and its founder, Craig Fuller, who scaled the niche media company into one of the most authoritative voices in the supply chain industry. Craig shares insights into the challenges of running a founder-driven business and the importance of building relationships with direct revenue. What was the process of venture funding like for Freighwaves, and how does he think about go-to-market strategy, valuation, and investor exits? Craig also discusses the unique content-supported X model and the value of an engaged media audience with purchasing power.  Learn about the company's growth strategies, including acquisitions and the split between its media and SaaS businesses.  Don't miss out on Craig's thoughts on the future of the media ecosystem and the power of content in the coming decade.   00:03:16 - Splitting Media Business to Maximize Valuation 00:08:23 - Using Negative CACs for Product Success 00:09:31 - Separating Data and Media Businesses 00:12:37 - Founders' Reluctance to Sell Businesses 00:14:39 - Leveraging Content to Boost Sales 00:16:06 - Creating Editorial Authenticity in Media 00:21:21 - Print Publication: A Hidden Gem 00:26:34 - Founder Concerns on Print Publications 00:35:16 - Managing Weekly Executive Reports Efficiently 00:36:23 - Firecrown Acquires Marine Aviation Supply 00:37:31 - Managing Teams: An Entrepreneur's Challenge   Learn More About Freightwaves:  Website: https://www.freightwaves.com   Follow Craig:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/incab/   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

What happens when a media company like Morning Brew starts selling merch? They make the kind of vertical play that launches their brand into the stratosphere. Adam introduces season 3 of Media Moves, talking about the growing trend among media companies of turning content into commerce. Running the kinds of playbooks companies like Under Armour and Nike have been using for some time. Find out why content to commerce is a great brand signal, why your loyal customers are desperate to buy from you, and how content can be leveraged for brand affinity. Don’t forget to subscribe and join Adam for season 3 as he asks media operators for their ONE takeaway to improve business, going from content to commerce. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

How do you solve a problem like LinkedIn? To get past high noise, low signal and build an online community that’s truly meaningful, you need a vertical social network. In this 5-minute run through, Adam unpacks how his old company, Spiceworks, did just that. By creating mascots, products and conversations that actually meant something to their customers, they gained highly engaged, loyal followers. Take a listen as Adam gives two highly meaningful, highly practical takes on how to create a community that connects. This is the conversation you want to be having around your virtual water cooler. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Becoming a ghostwriter and capturing someone’s tone of voice is a tough gig. Done well it saves creators time and can take their Twitter engagement to the next level. Find out how. Charlie Light knew he’d got Twitter after his parody account gained huge traction over lockdown. Now he’s pouring all that knowledge into the Workweek mission as the latest member of the team. Adam and Charlie get into the weeds of how Twitter is instrumental in building newsletter subs, why even serious CEOs should goof around on Twitter, and the importance of adapting your voice to different channels. You’ll also hear Charlie and Adam’s plans for scaling the Workweek creators. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Follow Charlie: Twitter: twitter.com/charliewrich Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

What happens when TikTok and culture collide? The most successful holiday box office opening in the history of the movies. In this quick dive, Adam talks about why media operators act out of fear, missing out on huge opportunities to influence culture, why you need to let your best people loose on TikTok, and why a bunch of 20-something men are dressing in suits and heading to a kid’s movie. You’ll also hear Adam’s thoughts on what happens when FOMO and hype mix, why your camera phone will do, and how to be part of the conversation. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

With a 50% chance of recession in the next two years, it’s time to get into the circle of success. Adam Ryan explains. Join Adam as he takes a 5-minute run at explaining how to succeed during a recession. While not all industries are recession-proof, you can give yourself the best chance of survival by creating a smaller circle of success. How? By knowing your short and long term bets. Plenty of insights drawn from experience, give this one a listen. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

If there’s one question Adam gets asked all the time, it’s this: What does Workweek actually do? In this media podcast, he unpacks the Workweek mission around the creator economy. When you're writing a newsletter or creating a podcast your time is pressed. From ad sales to admin, being a Swiss Army Knife isn’t optimal, and that’s where Workweek steps in. In this 5-minute run through, Adam explains how Workweek scales creators by picking up back end operations, the triangle of replaceability, and repurposing content. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Looking for a debate around the water cooler? Adam gets into why Taylor Swift is the Springsteen of our generation and the secrets of creating longevity. In this five minute solo conversation, get inside Adam’s head as he shares his thoughts on why some brands last decades and others have much shorter life spans. The secret? Growing with your audience. Quick, fun and likely to offend Springsteen fans everywhere. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

When you’re a woman who loves sports, it’s easy to get overlooked and excluded by traditional media. But Jacie deHoop isn’t standing for that. Find out why 500,000 sports fans can’t be wrong. As a lifelong athlete and with a background in finance, Jacie is at the cutting edge of sports and business. Co-Founding The Gist, a sports media brand and newsletter was a natural evolution of her strengths. Adam and Jacie get deep into how The Gist is representing underserved fans and athletes, why personalized content has helped attract 500,000+ newsletter subscribers, and why she’s scouting for TikTok talent. You’ll also hear Adam’s take on building personas, how Insta is huge for The Gist and what it’s like building a community. This is a fascinating conversation about sports, media and finance. One to listen to, And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Follow Jacie: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacie-dehoop Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

How do you strategize for a musical genre? You embrace the culture that surrounds it. Dan Runcie is a founder at the intersection of music and business. Hip-hop is way more than just the music, it’s business, culture, and the artists themselves. Dan is one-step ahead of the moves with Trapital, assessing the deals, companies, and artists that shape the culture and delivering the latest trends to venture capitalists, music execs and media moguls. Adam and Dan get into the weeds of the advantages of targeting niche markets, how to build a business around algorithms, and the thorny issue of subscription models. You’ll also hear how Trapital’s free weekly newsletter has helped more than 15,000 readers get ahead of the hip-hop curve. And if you love listening to Media Moves, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves Thank you so much! Follow Dan: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/druncie Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Only when you’ve truly been a fan of a product (or kids’ cartoon) can you truly understand how brand affinity works. Just ask Jamie Seltzer, General Partner at LightShed Ventures. With a background at the intersection of media, finance, and tech Jamie, through LightShed, is investing in founders at the forefront of these industries. Adam digs deep into Jamie’s core beliefs around reaching a niche audience, why he asks himself if people would get a tattoo of the brand they love, and why you should be paying attention to Toucan. You’ll also hear why the producer of Power Rangers made a serious impact on Jamie’s career, and why platforms like Meta are losing power. This is a media operator with some seriously impressive insights. Don’t miss this one. Follow Jamie: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-seltzer-a57a6934 Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Think sports media is mainstream? Meet the company that believes sports media isn’t nearly mainstream enough.  It’s Adam v. Adam as Adam White, CEO and founder of Front Office Sports drops by the pod to discuss the future of sports media and reveal how FSO is creating a unique and engaging media experience by merging the brand with the power of its team’s individual personalities.  Adam breaks down FSO’s key business pillars and explains their play-by-play approach to thinking about commercial opportunities beyond just advertising. How do they manage to navigate the niche media market? And how does FSO think about valuation when raising money?  Don’t miss out on this jam-packed conversation with one of sports media’s fastest-growing companies.    00:00:32 - Making Sports Mainstream: A Vision 00:05:25 - Axios's Audience Strategy Evolution Explained 00:08:36 - Pricing Out Partners with Rapid Growth 00:13:56 - Media Founders' Partnership Flexibility and Growth 00:22:37 - Consider Valuation When Raising Money 00:28:11 - Future of Niche Media Publications 00:35:29 - Brands Serving Prosumer Consumers Trend   Check Out Front Office Sports:  Website: https://frontofficesports.com   Follow Adam White:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-white-85ab4389/   Want to get into it further?    Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up for the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual   And if you love listening to Perpetual please leave a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/mediamoves   Thank you so much!

Don’t own an airport? Build one yourself, then create a real estate empire around it. Oh and run a media company as well. Meet the high flying COO. Amelia Earhart changed the aviation story back in 1927. Flying Magazine picked up the narrative and, still going strong, was acquired by the Flying Media Group in 2021. But what happens when you need a media HQ that reflects your values and can’t find an airport to buy? You create your own. Adam gets into it with Preston, discussing monetizing through aviation real estate, creating flying communities, and why you need to adjust your media to fit your market. You’ll also hear Preston’s hot takes on creating a media brand with good will and why aviation has such a strong affinity with print. Bold and brave, this is a media masterplan that needs to be heard to be believed. Follow Preston: LinkedIn :linkedin.com/in/prestonholland Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

How can you know if you’re getting a fair price for your company? You start your own media business and make it your job to find out. Alexis Grant began building They Got Acquired after going through two acquisitions. The lack of information out there, meant she had little idea if the deals were fair or even how the process worked. Adam and Alexis dive into why so few founders plan ahead to sell their businesses, the main mistakes first-time sellers make, and why she’s talking about deals the mainstream press overlook. You’ll also hear why Alexis believes in the importance of community building for the future of the media industry. Follow Alexis: LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/alexisgrant Twitter: twitter.com/alexisgrant Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Brian Morrissey is exactly the guest you’d want as a season opener, with the kind of media knowledge you’d pay to hear. As a reporter he didn’t take much notice of the kind of people who wrote emails and sold ads, until he became the kind of person who wrote emails and sold ads. Now editor and founder of The Rebooting, a weekly newsletter on how media operators can build sustainable businesses, Brian brings his immense knowledge of the industry, while also operating within it. Adam and Brian get into how to suck at selling ads, why embracing individuals over institutions isn’t going away, and transferable skills in the media landscape. You’ll also hear Brian’s take on editorial freedom, being early (or late) for trends, and direct versus indirect marketing models. Packed full of insights that help make sense of the ever-changing media landscape, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Follow Brian: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brianmorrissey Twitter: twitter.com/bmorrissey Keep up to date with the latest Media Moves news. Follow Adam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n Sign up to the Perpetual newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetual

Media operators know the challenge of executing in a competitive market. It’s tough getting ahead, and it’s even tougher staying ahead in a constantly moving industry. A well-timed prediction can help you smoothly navigate what’s coming around the corner. And that’s what we are lasering in on with season 2 of Media Moves. I’m Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek. On this show we’re zooming in on the future of the media industry, both short and long term.  Here’s what to expect. First, 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. Then we look at the next five years, getting our guest’s hot takes on what’s staying the same and what’s changing in media. And with how fast media's moving, there’s bound to be a few surprises along the way. It’s time to get ahead of the curve. The new season drops May 10th, with new episodes every Tuesday after that. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.