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BLOX Digital debuts ‘Embedded’: Season 1, featuring The Columbia Missourian & KOMU TV8

New series explores how BLOX Digital is driving newsroom innovation, transforming workflows and shaping the future of digital media

Step into the vibrant newsrooms of The Columbia Missourian and KOMU TV8 in Season 1 of BLOX Digital Embedded. This five-episode series showcases how these trailblazers are using BLOX Digital solutions — including our next-gen CMS, BLOX NXT — to master breaking news, foster seamless collaboration and train the next generation of digital journalists. From boosting efficiency in circulation teams to harnessing data for smarter storytelling, the season captures the real-world impact of cutting-edge tools and forward-thinking strategies. Join us for an inside look at how these innovators are transforming the way news connects with audiences.

Posted Tuesday, May 13, 2025 3:52 pm

Staff | BLOX Digital

BLOX Digital is thrilled to announce the release of BLOX Digital Embedded, a groundbreaking new series that goes behind the scenes of some of today's most innovative newsrooms. The five-episode Season 1 showcases how BLOX Digital solutions, including the powerful next-gen CMS BLOX NXT, are driving transformation at The Columbia Missourian and KOMU TV8.

Each episode dives deep into real-world newsroom challenges and uncovers how BLOX Digital's tools empower content creation teams to connect with audiences, streamline operations and produce impactful journalism:

EP1: Powering breaking news
Discover how BLOX NXT enables Columbia Missourian and KOMU TV8 to deliver real-time breaking news faster and more effectively, keeping their audiences at the heart of the action. Watch it now!
EP2: Transforming newsroom collaboration
Explore BLOX NXT’s collaboration tools, from real-time editing to intuitive workflows, that enhance teamwork and efficiency in the newsroom. Watch it now!
EP3: Harnessing data for smarter journalism
Learn how data-driven tools in BLOX NXT help The Missourian refine storytelling strategies, celebrate successes and better serve their audience. Watch it now!
EP4: Simplifying support and boosting subscriptions
See how BLOX NXT boosts subscription growth by streamlining payment processes and enhancing customer experiences, empowering teams to focus on high-value journalism. Coming 5-26-25.
EP5: Training the next generation of journalists
Get inspired by KOMU TV8 and The Missourian's innovative use of BLOX Digital’s integrated solutions to seamlessly train the next generation of reporters and editors. Coming 6-2-25.

“With Embedded Season 1, we're illustrating the profound, tangible impact BLOX Digital solutions have on dynamic newsrooms,” said Aaron Gillette, vice president of marketing at BLOX Digital. “This series is an invitation to experience how our solutions help media outlets adapt, thrive and deliver quality journalism in today's fast-changing environment.”

Episodes 1 and 2 of Embedded are now available to watch online, offering an inside look at how BLOX Digital's tools help the Missourian and KOMU TV8 deliver real-time updates that ensure breaking news hits the web in minutes. New episodes will release on Mondays at 1 p.m. CST.

Watch BLOX Digital Embedded at https://www.bloxdigital.com/embedded.