Nu Vibez and Roleplay Guide Magazine - December 2015 | Page 26

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from around the world. To me this is
what Pangaea would have been like
if all continents were connected.
NVM: What can we as news providers do to make our coverage more
engaging and relevant to insure demand for news from potential readers?

cus on the opinions of those that
matter and who appreciate my
efforts and what I have done and
still do in the SL community.
I myself have dealt with people
throughout the years who feel it
is ok to treat me with malice for
their own personal agendas and
gain, or talk behind my back and
smile in my face. That is ok. I can
sleep at night knowing I do what
I do with purpose and because
I love what I do. I dislike when it
happens to me so I try to help
people who deal with issues, but
don’t have the platform The SL
Enquirer has.
I believe everyone should have a
voice and be heard. As far as juicy
headlines, they can help publications boost readership because
people love drama as long as
they aren’t in it. I may post eyebrow raising articles at times but
I prefer featuring positive news
that is interesting and helpful for
our readers.
NVM: Fast forwarding to the
present, what are your thoughts

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on the discussion that in world
news and events does not interest this new generation of residents and could spell the end for
virtual news?
LJ: Just like in the real world, virtual world news is important and
will always be needed for sharing information with the masses. I don’t believe virtual news is
headed towards extinction. I just
think the existing news sources
here need to find new ways to
keep people engaged and interested.
I agree, the Second Life community has drastically changed over
the years. As times change so
do people. It is sad to see elders
lose interest and leave while the
new SL generation in Second Life
seems to lean towards “gaming”
rather than realizing the big picture and all of the possibilities this
virtual world has to offer.
Even after 10 years, I am still fascinated by the unique way people
can work , play and share their
cultures and ideas with others

LJ: I think one of the best ways to
stay engaged is to feature anyone
not just those who already have an
advantage. Big brand names seem
to do well on their own with longevity being on their side. But it is very
important to feature residents who
are just starting off and need exposure. Everyone has a unique story to
tell. It is how you approach topics,
asking the right questions and sharing information in a way that relates
to the times. These are the key ways
to staying relevant.
NVM: Do you think we are at the
end of in-world magazines due to
them being replaced by blogs as a
more convenient format?
LJ: This is an interesting question.
The SL Enquirer has always been a
blog so I cannot really predict the
fate of in-world magazines. However, it is a fact that we live in a fast
paced world and people want to
know what is going on now and in
a quick way. Waiting for monthly
issues to be released might be a bit
off putting to some people.
Both styles of media have come and
gone through the years but I think
people who like to read news about
Second Life want the option to engage. The difference is in-world