"It's a weird time to be a journalist. Digital news archives are disappearing. Generative AI is giving em dashes a bad name. Layoffs. Consolidations. Buyouts. Burnout. Countless, daily insults from the nation's most powerful people. At the same time, the work to share truth and report the news is needed now more than ever. It's a nonstop grind, and a nearly nonstop news cycle. Well, as the saying goes, you have to laugh to keep from crying."
"The jokes - some critiques on outdated industry practices, others funny translations of all-too-familiar moments - allow us to spark conversation (we see you, DM senders) on the topics top of mind for journalists right now. We post memes not just to provide levity, but to document a moment in history for our industry and to create a space where all the things journalists are facing feel less isolating."
Journalists face disappearing digital archives, generative AI challenges, layoffs, consolidations, buyouts, burnout, and daily insults from powerful figures while continuing essential reporting. Newsrooms operate on a relentless grind and nearly nonstop cycle, driving many to use humor as a coping mechanism. Instagram meme posts attract thousands of journalists who like, share, comment, and commiserate, creating connection and audience understanding. Memes spark conversations about industry practices, translate familiar moments, document a historical moment for the profession, and reduce isolation. The account thanks followers and highlights top memes of the year that resonated with the community.
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