In this episode of Changing the Channel, host Joe interviews Kira, the founder and CEO of Informed, a minimalist news concierge. Kira discusses his journey as a first-generation immigrant from Ukraine and Israel to the U.S., and how his experiences with misinformation and media bias have shaped his mission to provide trustworthy, concise news. They delve into the role of AI in reducing information overload and maintaining editorial oversight. Kira emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility in managing information consumption and how Informed aims to restore the dignity of being well-informed in an era flooded with content. The discussion also touches on the future implications of AI on various industries and the evolving landscape of news media.

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| Connect with Kira |

To join the media minimalist movement, text “channel” to 844-406-4636

informed’s Website: https://844406.info

Kira’s LinkedIn (his main social media): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirashishkin

| Connect with Joe |

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00:00 Mission to Restore Dignity Through Information

01:16 Introducing Kira: Founder of Informed

01:55 Kira's International Background and Perspective on Misinformation

03:18 The Complexity of Global Conflicts and Misinformation

08:02 The Role of Individual Responsibility in Information Consumption

15:59 Informed's Approach to Curating News with AI and Human Touch

24:30 Challenges and Innovations in News Curation

37:38 The Overload of Advertisements in Media38:16 The Problem with Sponsored Content

38:46 The Lengthy and Hidden Content in Newsletters

39:51 The Impact of Consolidation in Media

40:58 Respecting User Attention in Media

41:11 The Role of Venture Capital in Media Consolidation

42:43 The Rise of Personality-Driven News

43:17 Maintaining Mission in Media Companies

49:40 The Future of AI in Media

55:28 The Impact of AI on Job Functions

01:02:04 The Challenge of Distribution in AI

01:05:15 The Role of Open Source in AI Development

01:09:21 Conclusion and How to Join Informed