What Compilers Mike Farrell looks for in a story [Video]

I’ve been following Mike Farrell’s reporting for years, from his time at the Boston Globe to POLITICO to CyberScoop. So when I saw he was launching a new media outlet called Compiler, I was eager to see what he had up his sleeve. 

Launched in 2024, Compiler is focused on global tech policy, covering the people, institutions, and global forces shaping our digital future. 

Mike was nice enough to talk to me about his vision for the newsroom, what he looks for in a story, and some of the biggest mistakes he sees PR reps make when reaching out to reporters. Not to mention some great podcast recs. Here’s Mike: 

Mike Lizun: What’s your vision for Compiler? 

Mike Farrell: Ultimately, we’re trying to build a more accessible and approachable platform for global tech policy intelligence. 

That means giving readers free access to the highest quality policy journalism and most relevant information that will better …