In the 1960s, a small number of absurdly gifted writers began to change the definition of journalism.  Using literary techniques found more frequently in novels than the New York Times. Tom Wolfe, Norman Mailer, Dick Schaap, Jimmy Breslin, Hunter Thompson and George Plimpton were at the forefront of what quickly became called “New Journalism.” “Participatory [...]

Once again, let me say right off the top: I'm not bashing content. Heck, I've devoted the last 25 years of my life to it — back when it was just called "writing" and "programming," and stuff like that.  Content is still key. But too many media companies are failing to make the most of [...]