Engagement vs. Awareness
Tristan reflects on the naive belief that increasing awareness through immersive content would foster empathy for global issues. He reveals that the real concern for publishers was engagement metrics, emphasizing the disconnect between intentions and outcomes in the digital landscape. This conversation highlights the challenge of balancing meaningful storytelling with the demands of online engagement.In this clip
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