95. Marlon Weems: Building community, storytelling, and independent journalism.

Keywords
Freedom Over Fascism, Substack, media landscape, independent writers, community building, political engagement, funding in media, COVID impact, storytelling, future of media

Summary
In this engaging conversation, the speakers discuss the evolution of media, particularly focusing on the rise of Substack and its implications for independent writers. Marlon shares his journey from Wall Street to becoming a writer, highlighting the challenges faced by smaller creators in a landscape dominated by larger, funded entities. The discussion also touches on the importance of community building, the impact of COVID on media, and the need for innovative solutions to address current political and social issues.


Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Freedom Over Fascism
02:39 Marlon's Journey from Wall Street to Writing
05:00 The Impact of COVID on Writing and Media
08:04 Substack: The New Media Landscape
10:39 Challenges for Independent Writers
13:16 The Role of Funding in Media
15:47 Building Community in the Digital Age
18:31 The Future of Media and Political Engagement
21:19 Creative Solutions for a New Era
24:13 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions


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