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Archives: February 18, 2020

Nicholas QuahFebruary 18, 2020

Need cash fast? Patreon is now lending money to its creators to launch projects with high startup costs

“Patreon has access to all the data about a creator’s earnings history, what they offer as benefits, how much they engage with their patrons…everything needed to forecast their earnings and retention, without a creator even needing to submit an application.”

Nicholas QuahFebruary 18, 2020

I’d like to thank my family, my agent, my manager, and of course the Podcast Academy

What does “legitimacy” mean in an open industry? Plus: Is there really still a difference between podcasting and radio? A London station is trying to find out.

Hanaa' TameezFebruary 18, 2020

Share and share alike: A new tool from AP is helping New York’s local news outlets spread their stories more widely

“On most days of the week, I’m competing with them.” But when the situation’s right, local news outlets are using one another to augment their own resources.