2017

This Atlantic article examines Facebook's influence on the 2016 US presidential election and explores how the platform's algorithm, fake news, and targeted political ads created an environment ripe for manipulation. via The Atlantic

Design studio Dorothy created a poster mapping hip hop history in the style of a circuit diagram for a turntable, starting with DJ Kool Herc's Back to School Jam and covering various scenes, record labels, and artists. via kottke.org

Freakonomics congratulates 2017 Nobel Laureate Richard Thaler and links to several podcasts and articles featuring the behavioral economist.

Consulting firms may be eyeing advertising groups like Omnicom and IPG for acquisition, driven by industry shifts and expanding client needs. via The Drum

Tim O'Reilly discusses AI and capitalism in this interview with WIRED about his new book, *WTF: What’s the Future and Why It’s Up to Us*. via WIRED

The Drum shares Joe Parrish's advice for brands on running effective pitches, advocating for fairness and transparency in the process. via The Drum

Temple University researchers suggest that social media marketing, if overdone, may hurt brands in the long run, even with a short-term sales bump. via Campaign US.

A trip to Portugal inspired a new, low-effort dinner tradition of bread, cheese, meat, and wine. via The Kitchn.

Bon Appétit shares their top tips for making the best meatball recipe, including using soaked bread, 80% lean ground beef, and searing before adding them to the sauce. via Bon Appétit.