Journolist listserv in gmail

A blast from the past!

Journolist was a private online discussion list for journalists and academics, founded in 2008 by Ezra Klein, a journalist and founder of Vox. The list was known for its lively debates and discussions on various topics, including politics, media, and culture.

Unfortunately, Journolist was shut down in 2010 after a controversy surrounding some of the list's members and their discussions about politics and the media.

However, if you're looking to replicate the experience in Gmail, here are a few options:

  1. Google Groups: You can create a Google Group and invite others to join. Google Groups allows you to create a discussion list, share files, and collaborate on projects.
  2. Gmail Labels: You can use Gmail labels to create a virtual "list" of emails. Create a label for your discussion topic, and then use the label to categorize and filter emails related to that topic.
  3. Gmail Filters: You can use Gmail filters to automatically forward emails from specific senders or with specific subjects to a designated label or folder.
  4. Third-party apps: There are several third-party apps and plugins available that can help you create a discussion list or forum within Gmail, such as:
    • Discourse: A popular open-source discussion platform that can be integrated with Gmail.
    • Gmail Forum: A Chrome extension that allows you to create a forum within Gmail.
    • Gmail Discussion: A plugin that enables discussion threads within Gmail.

Keep in mind that these options may not replicate the exact experience of Journolist, but they can help you create a similar discussion platform within Gmail.