Survivors

This week, we're joined by Puck fashion correspondent Lauren Sherman, who gives her view on how to build a career in journalism during what's billed as an "extinction event." Hint: persistence plays a big part. Plus: Troy gets nostalgic about Vice. Troy Young's People vs Algorithms newsletterBrian Morrissey's The Rebooting newsletterAlex Schleifer's Universal EntitiesFollow Alex, Brian and Troy on TwitterTopics: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes01:06 Welcome to People vs. Algorithms01:36 Guest Introduction: Lauren Sherman01:49 Discussion on Media Industry Changes03:41 Reflections on Podcasting16:30 Guest Arrival: Lauren Sherman18:01 Discussion on Fashion Industry30:48 Surviving in the Journalism Industry33:35 The Drive and Luck Behind Success34:16 The Journey to Becoming a Staff Writer34:37 The Role of Persistence in Journalism35:00 The Intersection of Business and Fashion35:33 Navigating High-Risk Career Paths35:52 The Decision Against Starting a Business36:35 The Importance of Being Part of Something Bigger37:01 The Value of Having an Editor37:27 The Challenges of Managing Your Own Business37:46 The Dilemma of Moving into Management38:18 The Pitfalls of Pushing Passionate People into Management38:34 The Appeal of Working at Puck39:41 The Struggles of Being a Manager40:23 The Importance of Staying Close to the Product41:25 The Reality of Working in the Media Industry53:02 The Impact of Puck on Access and Influence54:50 Advice for Aspiring Journalists