Michael MacLeod speaks about the power and importance of hyperlocal journalism
Newspaper sales and voter turnout have fallen in parallel. Rethinking, redesigning and rejuvenating local media is critical in fostering a healthy democracy. We don’t have to be overwhelmed by social media and clickbait just to keep up with what’s happening. Learn about how The Edinburgh Minute has sparked dozens more new publications around the world to reclaim grassroots community news, boosting independent businesses, artists and campaigners while giving local readers a better deal.
About the speaker
Journalist Michael MacLeod worked at Vogue for three years and spent a year with the keys to Instagram, the world’s most-followed social media account. But after 20 years in the media he’s returned to his roots in local news with The Edinburgh Minute.
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