In this episode, Kyle Scott discusses 7 digital media trends expected to dominate in 2025. He highlights the resurgence of local media, the importance of AI search optimization, the rise of online communities, the growth of live and social shopping, the emergence of prediction markets, the potential of Beehiiv as a content platform, and the trend of businesses acquiring audiences. TakeawaysLocal media is experiencing a resurgence due to underserved markets.AI search optimization will become crucial for visibility.Online communities will provide a sense of belonging and engagement.Live shopping will transform how brands sell products.Prediction markets will offer new ways to gauge public sentiment.Beehiiv is set to revolutionize content creation and distribution.Businesses will increasingly seek to acquire and engage their audiences.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Digital Media Trends01:11 Resurgence of Local Media08:08 AI Search Optimization11:13 Communities13:18 Live and Social Shopping17:02 Prediction Markets18:52 Beehive: The Shopify of Content21:43 Businesses Acquire AudiencesSubscribe to the Monetize Media newsletterFollow Kyle on X (@KyleScottL)Kyle's brandsAccessGMT.comWalkingTheBoards.comTip.NewsOnPattison.com