Tag Archives: Google

Writing for Humans, Pleasing the Robots

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve spent a lifetime writing for people, not algorithms. These days, I let artificial intelligence help me convince search engines that my work deserves attention. It’s a strange arrangement, but it works for me. And if something goes viral and pays better than teaching? Well, I’m not opposed to early retirement. Continue reading →

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The Last Thing I Searched For: Down the Rabbit Hole of News Research

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes a blog post starts with an idea. Other times, it starts with curiosity. The other night, I found myself heading down a rabbit hole, all because of Cracker Barrel. I wanted to check a few things for the piece … Continue reading →

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