Writing

From the Field

Long-form takes on cities, transit, wilderness, and the craft of mission-driven media.

Why the Next Wave of Media Will Be Built Around Movements, Not Topics

The era of topic-based media is over. The most durable, fast-growing media brands of the next decade will be built around shared values, urgent causes, and active communities. They will be built around movements.

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How All Aboard Ohio Grew from 100 to 30,000 Social Media Followers — and What It Taught Us About Mission-Driven Media

Passenger rail advocacy isn't the most viral topic on the internet. Here's the inside story of a 300× growth in followers — and what it taught the Wayline team about mission-driven media.

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