I just started a tumblog
Check out the brand spankin' new 'stream' link on the footer to check it out. Basically it'll be an easy to update stream of consciousness type of deal...all the crap I come across on the web. I previously posted this type of thing to Facebook, but I hate walled gardens. Plus, having it hosted on my own space makes me feel a little more open about what I can and can not post. http://stream.seanmulholland.com/...
posted on 02.10.09
The new WhiteHouse.gov brings new media to the forefront
The new WhiteHouse.gov site design has gone live today along with President Obama's inauguration, and I must say I'm impressed. The design looks great, and there are a number of new media features that really stand out to me. First, they have a blog! And the first blog post, by New Media director Macon Phillips, touts communication, transparency, and participation. Is this Washington DC or am I pitching a client? :-) Even more impressive...
posted on 01.20.09
My comment was chosen 'Comment of the Day' on Read Write Web
Didn't expect this, but my comment on a post dealing with the effect the internet has on reading habits was chosen as the 'Comment of the Day' on Read Write Web! In case you're not aware, Read Write Web is a super-blog with over 871,000 monthly unique visitors. It earned me a $30 Amazon gift certificate which is very cool, especially considering that I didn't even know a contest was going on :-) Comment of...
posted on 03.18.08
Does Anti-Blog Cynicism Make Sense?
There's been a long brewing cynicism online toward the whole concept of blogs, but I find that most of it is pretty misguided. If you're up for a long read, Adam Curtis' take on blogging is an interesting counterpoint to the usual Web 2.0 optimism. However I find a few holes in his argument. In short, Curtis criticizes the regurgitation of information on the blogosphere, the narcissistic nature of personal blogs, the idle chatter that...
posted on 01.21.08