“Sweet Tooth” an adaptation of the Vertigo series from writer/artist Jeff Lemire, debuted on Netflix earlier this month and has been accumulating positive reviews and word of mouth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zG9RuJb3QU The series’ debut caused me to realize it was almost exactly a year ago I first encountered the comics it’s based on. In summer 2011, Voce … Continue reading on sweet tooth
Vertigo, MAD and the Power of Weird Brands
There needs to be a place for material outside the mainstream. [Note: I wrote the below back in August but obviously never published it. In the wake of the news that Dan DiDio has seemingly been pushed out of DC Comics and that DC Collectibles is reclaiming the DC Direct name it was founded under … Continue reading Vertigo, MAD and the Power of Weird Brands
PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/30/16
The latest PNConnect Weekly Reading is live: News Feed FYI: Helping Make Sure You Don’t Miss Stories from FriendsFacebook has further altered the terms of its deal with brand publishers: Facebook will be decreasing the reach of publishers’ posts while boosting those from family and friends. Brand managers should continue to temper expectations as to … Continue reading PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/30/16
PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/23/16
The latest PNConnect Weekly Reading is live: New Ways to Tap into Video on Twitter The expansion into longer video opens up interesting possibilities. The changes to Vine are most notable — it’s getting longer video and setting up a monetization system for creators. Tumblr Is Getting into Live Video, But It’s Completely Different Than … Continue reading PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/23/16
PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/16/16
This week's PNConnect Weekly Reading is live with lots of great stuff: Voce Podcast Ep. 9: Apple’s WWDC News In the latest episode of the Voce Nation Podcast, we talk about all – or at least much of – the news coming out of Monday’s WWDC keynote and presentation by Apple. Snapchat Launches a Colossal … Continue reading PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/16/16
Voce Podcast on Apple’s WWDC News
There's a new episode of the Voce podcast up now: In the latest episode of the Voce Nation Podcast, Randy Ksar and I talked about all – or at least much of – the news coming out of Monday’s WWDC keynote and presentation by Apple. You can watch the conversation below. Source: Voce Podcast Ep. … Continue reading Voce Podcast on Apple’s WWDC News
PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/9/16
The latest PNConnect Weekly Reading is live: Instagram Rolls Out New Algorithm-Based Timeline Instagram confirmed that the new feed it announced in March has gone live for many users. It says the new experience is already resulting in users being more engaged with posts. Snapchat Redesigns with Publishers and Brands in Mind A new update … Continue reading PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/9/16
Snapchat’s Update a Sign of Things to Come
New from me on PNConnect: A new update to Snapchat essentially combines Discover – the section of the app with stories from select publishers who are there because of their clout and ability to sell ads against those stories – and Live Stories, the collections your friends put together of their epic night clubbing. The … Continue reading Snapchat’s Update a Sign of Things to Come
PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/2/16
The latest PNConnect Weekly Reading roundup is live: Every Graduate Is One in a Million—So How Can They Stand Out? The Four Ps are: Purpose, Path, Passion and Personal Boundaries. They have been the cornerstones of my career, and I have watched countless young employees apply them. Pew: People Use Social Media To Get News … Continue reading PNConnect Weekly Reading 6/2/16
Instagram’s New Business Tools Roll Out
New from me on PNConnect: The News: Facebook has made official what has been rumored for a few weeks now and introduced new and improved tools for businesses using the photo/video-sharing network. Business profiles will allow for better identification of a brand’s profile as well as provide contact information the audience can use to get … Continue reading Instagram’s New Business Tools Roll Out