When changes happen, how do makers adapt without losing connection in the process?

From Australia’s under-16 social media restrictions to the way platforms have shifted from connection to consumption, our gals unpack what these changes reveal about the online spaces makers rely on. They discuss the loss of genuine community in social feeds, the growing dominance of advertising, and how makers can respond thoughtfully as the digital landscape continues to evolve. Along the way, they share trend insights, cultural news, planning prompts for the year ahead and a reminder that adapting with intention often matters more than reacting fast.

Segments include:

• From Scroll to Cart
• Gruen Lite
• Making News
• Now's a Good Time For...
• This Week I...

What we cover in this episode:

• Australia’s under-16 social media restrictions and what they could mean for connection, community and isolation
• What this changing landscape means for makers trying to stay visible, build trust and sell online
• Thoughtful shopping, including the MGTH holiday gift guide and using the Australian Makers Directory
• Diary season, planning for 2026 and the appeal of starting the year with clear systems
• Renée’s podcast recommendations and the comfort of finding familiar voices and shared experiences
• Creative and cultural news, including the NGV’s Westwood Kawakubo exhibition
• Pantone’s Colour of the Year conversation and what it signals about broader creative trends
• Pinterest’s 2026 trend predictions and how makers can use data to inform future work
• Why January is a valuable window for planning, clearing stock and maintaining momentum
• A rock and roll “This Week I…” featuring Queens of the Stone Age, live.

Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links.

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