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The BookMachine Podcast: Conversations in Publishing

Reading, Resilience and Reclaiming the Truth Online with Amelia Fairney, Head of Strategy & Communications at Shout Out UK

November 03, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 5

Why a career in books has prepared Amelia Fairney to tackle digital misinformation and champion workplace inclusion. In this episode, we follow the inspiring career journey of publishing veteran Amelia Fairney as she pivots to advocate for digital integrity at Shout Out UK. We dive deep into the urgent threat of misinformation and the alarming link between declining children's literacy and vulnerability to harmful online influences. Amelia also shares the insights she gained founding the Age Inclusion Network at Penguin Random House and discusses the overlooked value of intergenerational workforces.

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