Why Doesn't Wired Show The Contracts? - Go Watch Shane's Video
September 1, 2025
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Hawk discusses the story surrounding Shane Morris, the Chorus program, and the non-disclosure agreements creators were asked to sign. Hawk explains why NDAs are a common practice in these situations, why Shane Morris chose not to join Chorus, and how unique contract markings are often used to protect companies from leaks.
Hawk also focuses on why reporters like Taylor Lorenz and outlets such as Wired cannot publish the full contracts they’ve obtained, since doing so would risk identifying confidential sources. This highlights the importance of source protection in American journalism and the responsibility reporters have to maintain trust with those who share sensitive information.
At the same time, Hawk points out that nothing prevents Chorus itself from releasing contracts publicly or from lifting NDAs so creators can share their experiences. The decision not to do so leaves many questions unanswered about the program and how it operates.
This discussion about Shane Morris, Chorus, Taylor Lorenz, and Wired touches on broader issues of transparency, press freedom, and the relationship between creators, media, and tech platforms.
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