Notion’s latest database/data-source update has been one of those changes that looks “clean” on paper… but if you’re actually running a business on top of Notion, it can seriously mess with your day-to-day. In this video, I walk through why these new databases almost broke me, what Notion is trying to accomplish with the new data source model, and why power users are the ones feeling the pain first. I also touch on the wave of recent updates—Agents, MCP integrations, and the broader AI push—and where I think Notion is getting it right (and where it’s still confusing). I break down data sources in plain English, show how linked views and switching sources works now, and explain the new visibility + permission structure (including how invites and page-level access can get messy fast for teams). Then I get into the stuff that actually matters for real workflows: why this is not a “master rows view,” how the restructure can break existing setups, and what happens to automations—especially if you’re using Make.com, the API, and relying on stable IDs. If you’ve been confused by database hierarchy, permissions, or why your Notion systems suddenly feel fragile, this is the practical breakdown I wish I had before the update rolled out.