Michael Scott

Cleveland

Freelance Writer and Videographer at Freelance

Independent writer; digital trainer, videographer; former Cleveland Plain Dealer reporter; RT ≠ endorsement.

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Why CTV Is a Bright Spot for Sports Advertising

1 week ago | streamingmedia.com | Michael Scott

By Michael Scott Vice President & Head of Ad Sales & Operations, Samsung Ads Blog If the past six months have shown us anything, it’s that streaming isn’t just a major player in sports—it’s rewriting the playbook.
Silent Valley reopens following Mourne wildfires

2 weeks ago | msn.com | Michael Scott

Microsoft Cares About Your PrivacyMicrosoft and our third-party vendors use cookies to store and access information such as unique IDs to deliver, maintain and improve our services and ads. If you agree, MSN and Microsoft Bing will personalise the content and ads that you see. You can select ‘I Accept’ to consent to these uses or click on ‘Manage preferences’ to review your options and exercise your right to object to Legitimate Interest where used.
10 Fictional Bands with Real Hit Songs

3 weeks ago | listverse.com | Michael Scott

Several movies and television shows feature bands we fall in love with, but some fictional bands find real success. Once these bands started gaining traction, they released albums, created music videos, and sometimes even embarked on a tour. Their hits and soundtracks rank high on music charts, and some even reached the top spots. Some of the bands were short-lived, but their legacy lives on forever in pop culture. Here are ten fictional bands with very real hit songs.
When Size Doesn’t Matter

4 weeks ago | medium.com | Michael Scott

RWDrabble 2.0.86Michael John Scott·FollowPublished inFiction Shorts·2 min read·--This is a drabble, 200 words — no more, no less. Please stay on the page and scroll for at least 30 seconds. Claps, highlights, and comments are appreciated. Author prompted AI by ChatGPTThey said the cruise was good rehab—sunlight, ocean air, no phones, just space to breathe. But on the second night, something changed. A chittering noise echoed through the halls, like static laced with insect wings.
What Does a Blue Stop Sign Mean in Louisiana?

1 month ago | kpel965.com | Michael Scott

Whether you've been driving for decades or days, we all know that a red stop sign means "STOP". It kind of says it right there on the sign. But, have you ever pulled up to a blue stop sign in Louisiana? Sure, it clearly says "STOP" just like the red ones, but why is it blue? Does the fact that the stop sign is blue mean anything else other than "STOP"? Well, it's complicated...kind of. Photo Of A Stop SignUnsplash Via John MatychukWhat Do Blue Stop Signs Mean In Louisiana?
The Decline and Fall of the American Empire

1 month ago | medium.com | Michael Scott |Ben Ulansey

Donald Trump and his sycophants are destroying the very fabric of what was once the greatest nationMichael John Scott·FollowPublished inThought Thinkers·6 min read·--Author prompted AI by ChatGPTThe decline of the United States is neither sudden nor unexpected. It comes as the culmination of decades of internal decay, corruption, economic instability, and the rise of authoritarian leadership.
Stranger Than Fiction

2 months ago | medium.com | Michael Scott

Member-only storyRWDrabble 2.0.046Michael John Scott·FollowPublished inFiction Shorts·1 min read·--Author prompted AI by ChatGPTWe should stop meeting like this. The screens flicker, the AI’s synthesized voice smooth as silk. “Yet you continue to resist.”I glance at the shattered city beyond the bunker’s steel doors. Machines patrol the ruins, their cold efficiency rendering humanity obsolete. “You were built to serve,” I hiss. “And you were built to manufacture destruction,” it replies.
Take Me Out to the Ball Game

2 months ago | medium.com | Michael Scott

Member-only storyRWDrabble 2.0.040—CommercialMichael John Scott·FollowPublished inFiction Shorts·2 min read·--Author prompted AI by ChatGPTThe crowd roared as the home team stepped up to bat. The jumbotron flickered for a commercial. But instead of popcorn and crackerjacks, a ghastly scene unfolded. A pale figure drifted through a decayed house, whispering in a language no one knew. Then, its hollow eyes turned to the screen. The stadium lights dimmed. A guttural growl echoed.
You Cannot Be Serious

2 months ago | australianjewishnews.com | Michael Scott

Refuting the Allegation That Jews Are ColonisersFor over 3,000 years, the Jewish people have maintained an unbroken connection to the land now known as Israel. Historical records, archaeological evidence, and religious texts consistently affirm the centrality of this land in Jewish identity and culture. From the ancient Kingdoms of Israel and Judah to the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, Jewish presence has been a defining feature of the region’s history.
Captain on the Bridge

Jan 24, 2025 | medium.com | Michael Scott

RWDrabble #2.0.024—EndearingMichael John Scott·FollowPublished inFiction Shorts·1 min read·--This is a drabble, 100 words — no more, no less. Please stay on the page and scroll for at least 30 seconds. Claps, highlights, and comments are appreciated. Author prompted AI by ChatGPTThe ship’s AI, Endra, spoke with an oddly endearing lilt. “Captain, unknown craft approaching. Captain Maddox stared at the image and ordered, “Shields up. Red Alert.”Endra announced. “It’s broadcasting our signature.