Where Should I Blog? A Field Guide from Corporate Platforms to the IndieWeb

When I assigned blog posts for HT 930: Digital Humanities at United Lutheran Seminary, the first question was not"what should I write?"but "where do I put it?" This made me realize that choosing a blog platform in 2026 is really overhwelming and there is a deep desire for ease of use, simplicity of url, and a community to join. Here is the field guide I have built learning from my students, their needs, and working with them to navigate the blogging landscape. Digital humanities people should care about thi