About Coda

As the pace of change accelerates it becomes even more important to detect shifts beneath the surface and uncover the changes in fundamental forces shaping our world. Coda Media is a journalism studio that deploys rigorous reporting and powerful storytelling to expose and explore the deep roots of global transformation. 

Our mission is to make complexity accessible, challenge prevailing narratives, and empower our community to see the world through nuanced, interconnected perspectives.

Together with our partners, we create spaces where important stories spark meaningful conversations, transforming complex information into insights that matter. 

At the heart of our coverage lies the changing landscape of power: the expanding geography of authoritarianism, the abuse of technology, the manipulation of scientific facts, the rise of oligarchy, and the weaponization of historical narratives. In each story, we don’t just explain why these issues matter—we illuminate how they intertwine to generate the future we’re collectively creating.

Our unique editorial approach tracks “currents” – patterns bubbling beneath daily headlines – allowing us to identify emerging trends before they become apparent. 

We bring stories to life through multiple formats: investigative features, newsletters, podcasts, and animations. In an era of media fragmentation, news avoidance and short-attention spans, we’ve pioneered experiential journalism that moves from page to stage. Through our signature ZEG Festival (“zeg” means “day after tomorrow” in one of the world’s most ancient languages: Georgian) and innovative live events, we create spaces for conversations that transcend digital noise and break through social silos.

Our name comes from the Latin word cauda, meaning “tail.” A coda is a distinctive movement at the end of a musical composition that helps define and make meaning of the entire work. Just as understanding the roots of a musical piece reveals its true essence, we believe that genuine solutions emerge only by excavating the deep, interconnected root causes of global challenges. Through our collaborative networks of journalists, partners, and communities, we weave together insights that transform understanding into meaningful action, creating a web of knowledge that reaches far beyond traditional reporting.