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Why Your Local News Needs a “Spoonful of Sugar” (And Why That Spoon is a Comedian)
Is the news making you anxious? You aren't alone. This blog explores how Newsload.ca is reviving the historical tradition of satire—from Ben Franklin to The Daily Show—to save local journalism. Discover how our "franchise of the funny" connects underemployed comedians with hard-hitting reporters to make civic engagement fun again.

Bryan Bakker
4 days ago18 min read


Comedic Coverage For Events
The Event ROI Upgrade: Turning Your Gala into a 6-Month Social Media 'Force Multiplier'

Bryan Bakker
Oct 104 min read


Submit Your News Shorts
We're looking for independent creators in London and region to produce and submit news shorts destined for our Newsload YouTube channel.

Bryan Bakker
Sep 274 min read
Enhancing Your Business through Sponsoring Entertainment News Web Series in London, Ontario
These shows can serve as an excellent marketing platform that not only boosts visibility but also creates a sense of community connection.

Bryan Bakker
Mar 92 min read


Calling Digital Creatives
Get in on the ground floor with a business model that has legs and a future despite A.I.

Bryan Bakker
Aug 30, 20242 min read


Make Some Green, Build Your Channels, Support Your Issues, Contribute to our News Shorts Program
It's easier than you think to create some content that Newsload will give you cash for. Give it a try. It's free to submit.

Bryan Bakker
Aug 27, 20242 min read


Volunteer to Become A Newsload Comedic Producer, Correspondent or Videographer
Build portfolio, work with fun local talent, meet stars, get community exposure and third party recognition.

Bryan Bakker
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Re-Thinking Comedy
The Newsload is a comedy journalism franchise that does what the DAILY SHOW or RICK MERCER did on the national level, on the local level.

Bryan Bakker
Jan 8, 20243 min read


EXTRA! EXTRA! Promote Yourself Through Newsload London!
Choose one of our subscription packages and reach new customers.

Bryan Bakker
Dec 20, 20222 min read


Share Your Talent - Make Some Money - No Joke
If you can mix it up with folks you've never met, get them laughing and make it work on camera, we can offer you a shot at making some money

Bryan Bakker
Aug 11, 20221 min read


Contribute To The Newsload
Submit an article, an idea, a video. Don't think you have to be funny. You don't. The voices were looking for are casual and conversational

Bryan Bakker
Jul 15, 20221 min read


How To Build A Successful Newsload Outlet
In this blog I outline the raw resources you need, available almost everywhere in the western world, to build your Newsload Editor's team.

Bryan Bakker
Jul 13, 20227 min read


MEDIA RELEASE - Newsload Aims to Save Local Journalism
Bryan Bakker says the Newsload can, not only save local journalism, but turn the tide on disinformation and even extremism.

Bryan Bakker
Jul 12, 20222 min read


Comedy Campaign Coverage
We interview politicians, if they're brave enough, and aspiring politicians, if they're bold enough, in a fun and lightly grotesque way.

Bryan Bakker
Jul 9, 20223 min read


Newload Study Finds 59% Are Open to Locally Produced Comedy
In this report outlines what we found when we researched satire in relation to local news, audience habits and motives.

Bryan Bakker
Jul 1, 20227 min read


Left, Right, Center: Do Your Newsload Your Way!
The Newsload Editor's Licensing Agreement protects your ability to use the brand in perpetuity, without interference from anyone.

Bryan Bakker
Jun 27, 20222 min read


A Market Solution To Dwindling Local News
What if there was a business model that could elicit interest in local news stories, pass them along to the pros AND be profitable?

Bryan Bakker
May 25, 20224 min read


The Origin of the Newsload?
While many in my life tune out the news, because it makes them feel anxious, I've crossed a critical point of no return it seems.

Bryan Bakker
May 19, 20224 min read
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