Shane Tilton, Ph.D.
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Shane Tilton, Ph.D.
@silnan.bsky.social
Former Irene Casteel Endowed Chair at Ohio Northern University

Studies journalism, memes, and gaming

Parliamentarian-at-large
Those that still haven’t got “Digital Culture in the Platform Era” will be happy to know that @springernature.com has put it on one of their flash sales. It is currently $17.99. Get it before the price goes back to the $49.99. You can purchase it at: link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
Digital Culture in the Platform Era
This textbook uses the roles of celebrities in society to frame discussions about digital culture in the platform era.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Dear friends, those still looking to get a copy of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era" can buy a copy for 30% off. It's now $45 for the softcover and $34.99 for the ebook with the coupon code HAL30 from @springernature.com.

Go to link.springer.com/book/10.1007... and check it out.
Client Challenge
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October 14, 2025 at 2:43 PM
I decided to highlight my @ohionorthern.bsky.social #Spring2026 semester courses “Adaptive Media Production” focuses on applying the best technical and aesthetic practices to audio and video works based on identifying the audience, purpose, genre, and context for that given work.
October 5, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Hey friends if you enjoyed my walkthrough my book over the past two weeks and you wanted to support my work, there are three things you can do…
September 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Reposted by Shane Tilton, Ph.D.
Didn’t know this! Do you know how many years I pined for jstor access! Yes I am a giant nerd who pines for academe leave me alone with my papers and books
This is my regular reminder to everyone that jstor is open to the general public now; a free account there will give you access to 100 papers a year.
regrettably if you try to point this out online you'll get yelled out by 79208 journalists going OH SO YOU WANT JOURNALISTS TO STARVE??? even if you're, say, a journalist yourself, and point out that while there are clearly no easy answers, the status quo isn't exactly working for society
September 29, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @springernature.com’s release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "The New Branded Self" helps define who we might be online in the next decade. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 29, 2025 at 11:12 AM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @SpringerNature release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "The Democratization of Fame" explains the role of authenticity in the era of artificiality. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 28, 2025 at 12:22 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @SpringerNature release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "Streaming as a Convergent Model for Modern Broadcasting" looks at how we can become "one-person television studios" thanks to the advances in platforms. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "Postings as Signs in the Collective Hallway" explains how we engage with the digital public sphere through what we share. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 26, 2025 at 1:04 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @springernature.com‘s release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "Building a Community Through Group Chats" focuses on small group communication practices online and how power and leaders are created in those spaces. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 25, 2025 at 12:29 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @SpringerNature release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "The Intimate Dynamics of Direct Messaging" shows how the average Internet user can learn the purposes behind these direct conversations. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 24, 2025 at 12:27 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "The Serenity, Creativity, and Spirituality of Inspirational Content" highlights the power of comedy and drama online. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM
I’m going over a chapter/day to promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era." "The Serenity, Creativity, & Spirituality of Inspirational Content" explores how mindfulness & embracing the sacred helps us deal with doomscrolling online link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 22, 2025 at 1:12 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era,” I'm highlighting a chapter every day. "How Internet Celebrities Convince Their Audiences to Act" dives into the models of argumentation Internet users can develop online. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 21, 2025 at 12:48 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era,” I'm going over 1 chapter. "Amplifying Knowledge Through Informative Content Creation" focuses on descriptive, definitional, demonstrative, & explanatory communication online. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 20, 2025 at 12:23 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era" & @sxsw.com soon releasing #SxSW26 lineups, I'm going over 1 chapter/day. "The Expertise of Nanocelebrities" explains the role that academic credentials play in Internet communication. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era" & @sxsw.com is soon releasing the lineups for #SxSW26, I'm focusing on one chapter. "The Novelty of Platform Superstars" describes why Twitch streamers represent a community of practice. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era" & @sxsw.com #SxSW26 lineups, I'm posting about one chapter a day. "The Discourse of Opinion Leaders" goes over how to frame discussions and move audiences towards social change. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 17, 2025 at 12:52 PM
To promote Springer's release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era," I'm highlighting key points from the book. "The Rise of the Internet Influencer" describes how fashion designers, authors, and political figures were the pre-Internet models for influencers. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
To promote @springernature.com release of "Digital Culture in the Platform Era," I'm highlighting some central concepts. "The Era of the Post-postmodern Celebrity" examines if Homer Simpson is the perfect example of the post-postmodern celebrity & what that means. link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
September 15, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Great news for those still looking for a copy of "Digital Culture," @springernature.com is releasing the MyCopy Softcover for $39. It is a great way to see why personality, content, and reach will be the focus of digital communication for the near future. Details at link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
Digital Culture in the Platform Era
This textbook uses the roles of celebrities in society to frame discussions about digital culture in the platform era.
link.springer.com
September 9, 2025 at 12:53 PM
My latest book “Digital Culture in the Platform Era” talk about the 6 personalities of celebrities. From traditional celebrities to memetic celebrities. Check it out at link.springer.com/book/10.1007.... Please share this, even if you can’t get it so @springernature.com knows people are interested.
September 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM
With two months until release of my latest book, "Digital Culture in the Platform Era,” I still have people asking me what the easiest way is to get the book. The best way would be from your local bookshop. The second best is from @springernature.com: link.springer.com/book/9783031... .
Digital Culture in the Platform Era
This textbook uses the roles of celebrities in society to frame discussions about digital culture in the platform era.
link.springer.com
August 20, 2025 at 12:08 PM
I am officially updating Tilton’s Laws of the Academic Universe #38: The universe is held together by chicken wire, bubblegum, duct tape, WD40, spite, a good night’s rest, and a cup of tea. Please do not pick at any of these support structures.
July 13, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Reposted by Shane Tilton, Ph.D.
Registration is now open for #MediaFest25! Join SPJ,
@collegemedia.bsky.social and Associated Collegiate Press in Washington, D.C., Oct. 15-18, for a unique and inspiring journalism convention experience, bringing together professional and student journalists. mediafest25.com
July 11, 2025 at 3:43 PM