The Weekly Download – June 18, 2021

June 18 2021

Happy Friday and welcome back to The Weekly Download! On the docket today: How COVID-19 has changed the way we search for jobs, Instagram rolls out ads for Reels worldwide, Spotify’s Clubhouse rival, Facebook’s insight into what’s influencing modern online shopping, and some friendly Friday Fun. How the Pandemic Has Changed the Way We Find […]

The Weekly Download – March 12, 2021

Welcome back to The Weekly Download! Here’s what made headlines this week: Mark Cuban’s podcasting platform, Fireside, a widespread release date for Twitter Spaces and an ‘undo’  tweet button in the works, new features rolling out at Facebook, and some royally good Friday Fun. Get a First Look at Mark Cuban’s New Podcasting Platform, Fireside […]

The Weekly Download – May 8, 2020

Weekly Download May 8

Happy Friday and welcome back to The Weekly Download!  Here’s what we’re chatting about today: Apple’s new initiative to assist during emergency calls, Facebook closes in on 3 billion users, Zoom acquires security startup Keybase, Google launches “Read Along”, the world’s first-ever magazine cover shot on iPhone, Twitter nudges users to use a little less […]

The Weekly Download – April 18, 2019

Weekly Download April 18 2019

It’s a rare occasion when Friday is on a Thursday, but here we are! In honour of this shortened week we’ve got a super-condensed version of The Weekly Download for you this time around. On today’s docket: the Notre Dame Cathedral fire, LinkedIn’s new post reactions, more user data privacy concerns for Facebook, and some […]

The Weekly Download – June 29, 2018

Weekly Download June 29 2018

Happy Friday, everyone. We’ve got another great weekend ahead of us – this time it’s extended for Canada Day! On the docket this week we are discussing Pinterest’s collaboration with FabFitFun, Facebook fact-checkers, fake influencers, The Red Hen D.C.’s PR, Google AdWords’ rebrand and Instagram’s new Video Chat with some Friday Fun! Pinterest Collaborates with […]

The Weekly Download – March 24, 2017

The Weekly Download – March 24, 2017

The calendar turned to my favourite season this week. Hello Spring! Let’s hope there aren’t any more wintery surprises by mother nature. The sun and milder temps definitely have a way of making me feel more refreshed, energized and positive. How about you? On that note, let’s see what’s new in digital stories this week. […]

The Weekly Download – March 3, 2017

The Weekly Download – March 3, 2017

If you’re a regular follower of the Weekly Download (which I really hope you are, and if so, thank you!), you may have noticed that I missed my post last Friday. Aside from the usual political gaffes and shockers, there wasn’t much exciting to post about, and frankly, I wanted to savour as much time […]

The Weekly Download – November 11, 2016

The Weekly Download – November 11, 2016

To say this has been an interesting week is putting it mildly. Needless to say, you’ve probably seen more than your fair share of U.S. election coverage, so… today I’m sharing some things that you may have missed in all the hoopla. This Remembrance Day Show Your Respect First and foremost, today is Remembrance Day. Please […]

The Weekly Download – Halloween Edition

The Weekly Download – Halloween Edition

This has been a rough week for me, if you subscribe to my newsletter you’ll know why. If not, sign up now and don’t miss the next issue! Since Halloween is on Monday and celebrations will begin this weekend, I decided to keep this edition of the Weekly Download lighter than usual and (for the […]

The Weekly Download – September 9, 2016

The Weekly Download – September 9, 2016

Welcome to the Back-to-School issue of The Weekly Download. Most schools in Ontario, Canada, where I live started this week. It feels a bit strange because this is the first year I’m not directly involved in the back-to-school chaos. Both my kids are now in university. It’s also strange because my younger son is celebrating […]