Joseph Thornley
@thornley.bsky.social
Founder of https://76engage.com
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2025 IAP2 Canada State of the Practice Survey
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November 14, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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I know what I'll be reading on October 7. 😀
May 27, 2025 at 3:40 PM
I know what I'll be reading on October 7. 😀
It’s April 8 - and Winter has returned to Ottawa. :(
April 8, 2025 at 10:28 AM
It’s April 8 - and Winter has returned to Ottawa. :(
An interesting account by Terry Fallis of the journey a new novel takes from writing to publishing. The actual writing takes only three months. Editing takes twice as long. And it's over two years from writing to publishing. terryfallis.substack.com/p/update-on-...
Update on my 10th novel: The Marionette
Writing life: 77
terryfallis.substack.com
March 2, 2025 at 2:18 PM
An interesting account by Terry Fallis of the journey a new novel takes from writing to publishing. The actual writing takes only three months. Editing takes twice as long. And it's over two years from writing to publishing. terryfallis.substack.com/p/update-on-...
This WTF shows.acast.com/wtf-with-mar... conversation between @marcmaron.bsky.social and Chris Hayes is a must-listen. Some great insights expressed in terms I can relate to. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719661...
Episode 1621 - Chris Hayes | WTF with Marc Maron Podcast
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February 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
This WTF shows.acast.com/wtf-with-mar... conversation between @marcmaron.bsky.social and Chris Hayes is a must-listen. Some great insights expressed in terms I can relate to. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719661...
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In all seriousness: the last 2 weeks of TikTok posturing and Zuck grovelling, combined with the X insanity of the last year, should show you that an app with a feed that you don’t control serves *other people’s interests* - not yours.
January 19, 2025 at 8:44 PM
In all seriousness: the last 2 weeks of TikTok posturing and Zuck grovelling, combined with the X insanity of the last year, should show you that an app with a feed that you don’t control serves *other people’s interests* - not yours.
"Ultimately, whatever it looks like, a need and desire for new, fact-based information is still out there. The challenge now is to work out which of the old models for delivering it still work—and at what scale—and which need reimagining."
www.cjr.org/the_media_to...
www.cjr.org/the_media_to...
Our Fragmented Media Age, and What Might Come Next
Some potential new models for journalism might in fact be old ones.
www.cjr.org
November 24, 2024 at 9:24 PM
"Ultimately, whatever it looks like, a need and desire for new, fact-based information is still out there. The challenge now is to work out which of the old models for delivering it still work—and at what scale—and which need reimagining."
www.cjr.org/the_media_to...
www.cjr.org/the_media_to...
The delta in Daily Active Users (DAC) on Bluesky vs Threads is much lower than I thought it was. If the current trend is maintained, Daily Active Users on Bluesky should surpass Threads some time in December.
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Similarweb: Bluesky app usage in the US and UK grew ~300% to 3.5M DAUs after Nov. 5; Threads now has 1.5x Bluesky's DAUs in the US, down from 5x before Nov. 5 (Financial Times)
Main Link | Techmeme Permalink
Main Link | Techmeme Permalink
November 23, 2024 at 8:08 PM
The delta in Daily Active Users (DAC) on Bluesky vs Threads is much lower than I thought it was. If the current trend is maintained, Daily Active Users on Bluesky should surpass Threads some time in December.
Surviving in the news influencer economy: Swim with the current, not against it. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/o...
How Hank Green Makes the Truth Go Viral. Plus, the Escape Fantasies of the Uber Rich.
Podcast Episode · On the Media · 2024-11-23 · 50m
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November 23, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Surviving in the news influencer economy: Swim with the current, not against it. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/o...
“We’re in an era of fractured social media now, where communities gather in different spaces for different purposes … Bluesky, no matter how popular it gets, will be only one part of a much larger ecosystem that includes X, Threads, group chats and more.”
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/22/t...
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/22/t...
Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative
Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.
www.nytimes.com
November 22, 2024 at 5:29 PM
“We’re in an era of fractured social media now, where communities gather in different spaces for different purposes … Bluesky, no matter how popular it gets, will be only one part of a much larger ecosystem that includes X, Threads, group chats and more.”
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/22/t...
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/22/t...
A good introduction to AI Agents written in terms that can be understood by the non-technical manager..
searchengineland.com/ai-agents-di...
searchengineland.com/ai-agents-di...
How AI agents are revolutionizing digital marketing
Explore how AI agents autonomously solve problems, enhance personalization and enable next-gen marketing strategies using agentic frameworks.
searchengineland.com
November 21, 2024 at 9:35 PM
A good introduction to AI Agents written in terms that can be understood by the non-technical manager..
searchengineland.com/ai-agents-di...
searchengineland.com/ai-agents-di...
Putting the "social" back in social media. Bluesky is a platform for connecting with real people in a real way. Different from other platforms that are algorithm driven with For You feeds that entertain. Social is different and better than Parasocial.
Today on the podcast, I admit it: I was wrong about Twitter. So very wrong. @trondizzle.bsky.social gloats insufferably. We talk Bluesky and (sigh) the Fediverse. And about Iran’s plot to assassinate a Zaidy. www.canadaland.com/podcast/1061...
#1061 Nice Try, Bluesky (Still Bitter Over Twitter)
As Bluesky rides high, Jesse finally quits Twitter (two years too late.) Co-host Douglas Soltys explains why the fediverse might be our last best hope for social media.
www.canadaland.com
November 20, 2024 at 5:36 PM
Putting the "social" back in social media. Bluesky is a platform for connecting with real people in a real way. Different from other platforms that are algorithm driven with For You feeds that entertain. Social is different and better than Parasocial.
I truly am loving Bluesky. A return to an algorithm-free chronological feed of the thoughts published by people I want to follow. A place where it is again possible to develop relationships with others connected in communities of interest. Simple language: a friendly place for friendship.
November 20, 2024 at 2:45 PM
I truly am loving Bluesky. A return to an algorithm-free chronological feed of the thoughts published by people I want to follow. A place where it is again possible to develop relationships with others connected in communities of interest. Simple language: a friendly place for friendship.
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Just my 2 cents. But my goal is to ignore the trolls. Give them zero attention. Block them if they annoy me.
I think the worst thing we can do on this site is re-create the ad hominem/ personal attacks that occur across comments on Twitter/insta/tiktok/ etc
I think the worst thing we can do on this site is re-create the ad hominem/ personal attacks that occur across comments on Twitter/insta/tiktok/ etc
November 19, 2024 at 8:16 PM
Just my 2 cents. But my goal is to ignore the trolls. Give them zero attention. Block them if they annoy me.
I think the worst thing we can do on this site is re-create the ad hominem/ personal attacks that occur across comments on Twitter/insta/tiktok/ etc
I think the worst thing we can do on this site is re-create the ad hominem/ personal attacks that occur across comments on Twitter/insta/tiktok/ etc
Attention all dog owners: They are communicating more to us than we may understand.
www.20k.org/episodes/dog...
www.20k.org/episodes/dog...
Dog Translation Guide — Twenty Thousand Hertz - The stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds.
We all know that dogs are smart, sensitive creatures, but interpreting their vocalizations and behaviors can still be a challenge. In this episode, animal behaviorist Daniel Mills reveals the ...
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November 20, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Attention all dog owners: They are communicating more to us than we may understand.
www.20k.org/episodes/dog...
www.20k.org/episodes/dog...
This is going to drive a lot of conversations among journalists and communications pros...
www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2...
www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2...
America’s News Influencers
This study explores the makeup of the social media news influencer universe, including who they are, what content they create and who their audiences are.
www.pewresearch.org
November 18, 2024 at 4:46 PM
This is going to drive a lot of conversations among journalists and communications pros...
www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2...
www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2...
"This study suggests that at least for some people gaining the tips and tricks to be able to use social media more intentionally mindfully and positively, might be a good option, or an option other than just quitting."
bc.ctvnews.ca/thinking-abo...
bc.ctvnews.ca/thinking-abo...
Thinking about quitting social media? There may be another option, B.C. researcher says
Strategies for mitigating the negative mental health effects of social media tend to focus on reducing time spent scrolling, according to a B.C. researcher, who says there may be a way to limit the ha...
bc.ctvnews.ca
November 18, 2024 at 12:11 AM
"This study suggests that at least for some people gaining the tips and tricks to be able to use social media more intentionally mindfully and positively, might be a good option, or an option other than just quitting."
bc.ctvnews.ca/thinking-abo...
bc.ctvnews.ca/thinking-abo...
A great introduction to Information Architecture for anyone who is planning to update their website. Thanks to Chad Hester for sharing.
youtu.be/c8xqL6LN7XY?...
youtu.be/c8xqL6LN7XY?...
How Do I, Eh? IA for an effective UX!
YouTube video by Pacific Northwest Drupal Summit
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November 16, 2024 at 8:12 PM
A great introduction to Information Architecture for anyone who is planning to update their website. Thanks to Chad Hester for sharing.
youtu.be/c8xqL6LN7XY?...
youtu.be/c8xqL6LN7XY?...
A thought provoking discussion. Journalists adopting the strategies and practices of P2 to counter polarization in society
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podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/i...
PT 1: How journalism is fighting against polarization
Podcast Episode · Ideas · 2024-10-28 · 54m
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October 29, 2024 at 10:45 AM
A thought provoking discussion. Journalists adopting the strategies and practices of P2 to counter polarization in society
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/i...
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/i...
P2 practitioners at the #IAP2NACOttawa told us they would participate in an #IAP2 Online Engagement Community of Practice. Would you participate? Comment or share to express your interest.
October 26, 2024 at 3:12 PM
P2 practitioners at the #IAP2NACOttawa told us they would participate in an #IAP2 Online Engagement Community of Practice. Would you participate? Comment or share to express your interest.
“the key to success is understanding and leveraging the distinct but complementary roles that both humans and AI play.”
theconversation.com/generative-a...
theconversation.com/generative-a...
Generative AI can boost innovation – but only when humans are in control
As businesses continue to experiment with AI, it’s essential to strike a balance between leveraging AI’s efficiency while ensuring human judgment remains central to the innovation process.
theconversation.com
October 24, 2024 at 2:41 PM
“the key to success is understanding and leveraging the distinct but complementary roles that both humans and AI play.”
theconversation.com/generative-a...
theconversation.com/generative-a...
“The National Security Memorandum, which the White House will issue today, also directs the federal government to ensure that it uses AI in a responsible way and that the US leads the global development of “safe, secure, and trustworthy AI.” www.semafor.com/article/10/2...
Biden orders agencies to harness advanced AI | Semafor
The national security memorandum directs the government to ensure the US leads global development of safe, secure AI.
www.semafor.com
October 24, 2024 at 2:09 PM
“The National Security Memorandum, which the White House will issue today, also directs the federal government to ensure that it uses AI in a responsible way and that the US leads the global development of “safe, secure, and trustworthy AI.” www.semafor.com/article/10/2...
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If you are a public participation, professional, who relies on advertising driven algorithmic social media to reach your audience, think again
If you are a public participation, professional, who relies on advertising driven algorithmic social media to reach your audience, think again
On Instagram, politics is the new taboo
Podcast Episode · Marketplace Tech · 2024-10-23 · 14m
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October 23, 2024 at 11:50 PM
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If you are a public participation, professional, who relies on advertising driven algorithmic social media to reach your audience, think again
If you are a public participation, professional, who relies on advertising driven algorithmic social media to reach your audience, think again