Inside the Battle To Preserve Human Craft in an Automated World

Episode notes

This week, host Sagi Eliyahu welcomes Fabio Bertoni , General Counsel of The New Yorker . They explore how legal leadership guides a major publication through sustained industry transformation, examining the intersection of media, law and business operations. Listeners gain actionable insights on managing complexity, maintaining editorial standards while adapting to technological change and balancing ethical responsibility with business demands in high-stakes environments. Key Takeaways: 00:00 Introduction. 05:09 Media law combines passion with practical career skills. 08:09 Public decisions feel high-stakes when consequences matter. 11:45 How digital transformation accelerated publication speed and reach. 14:30 Quality focus creates a profitable, loyal readership base. 16:54 Complex challenges require thorough work without shortcuts. 20:30 AI reduces search traffic and traditional advertising revenue. 23:42 Subscription value matters more than AI-generated content. 25:51 Editorial restrictions differ from operational AI applications. 28:45 Personal ethics remain an individual responsibility throughout careers.