Episodes

  • The Poynter 50 Project: Gamergate

    The Poynter 50 Project: Gamergate
    Sep 10 2025
    A fascinating look at how in 2014 an on-line argument about a video game had severe off-line repercussions and how "Gamergate" parallels what is happening today. Guest Alex Mahadevan also discusses how today's media still struggles to cover social media generated stories.

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    32 mins
  • A big change for a top media critic

    A big change for a top media critic
    Aug 27 2025
    Former CNN media reporter Oliver Darcy recently said goodbye to his high profile job with the network and went out on his own to start a newsletter and podcast. Find out what was behind that bold decision on this edition of The Poynter Report podcast.

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    43 mins
  • The Demise of Late Night TV

    The Demise of Late Night TV
    Aug 20 2025
    CBS cancelling the Stephen Cobert show raises the question of whether it was required part of the Paramount sale to Skydance or is late night TV on the decline and this was a smart move. Poynter Managing Editor Ren LaForme joins the Poynter Report podcast to discuss this hotly debated topic.

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    24 mins
  • Christine Brennan on One of the Biggest Names in Sports

    Christine Brennan on One of the Biggest Names in Sports
    Jul 30 2025
    One of the top sports journalists in the world is Christine Brennan, the USA Today Sports Columnist. She shares her insights on her latest book on WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark and how she became a singular athlete who transcended their sport.

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    55 mins
  • A Conversation with America's Writing Coach

    A Conversation with America's Writing Coach
    Jul 16 2025
    Roy Peter Clark, through his teaching and books, has helped countless journalists and non-journalists alike become better writers. Known as "America's Writing Coach," Clark joins host Tom Jones to talk about his journey, and offers more lessons on what it takes to be a good writer.

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    55 mins
  • Is Your News Diet Healthy or Unhealthy?

    Is Your News Diet Healthy or Unhealthy?
    Jul 2 2025
    Many people are complaining about being overwhelmed by the news. How can they cope while still being informed? Join this fascinating discussion with the Poynter's Ren LaForme and host Tom Jones on The Poynter Report.

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    38 mins
  • AI: The Death of Journalism or Its Savior?

    AI: The Death of Journalism or Its Savior?
    Jun 18 2025
    Should journalists be afraid of AI or embrace it? What will the newsroom of the future look like with AI? Will AI cost journalists their jobs or enhance their craft? This is a "must listen" for anyone in the media. The Director of MediaWise, and AI expert, Alex Mahadevan is the guest on the Poynter Report Podcast.

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    36 mins
  • Is Press Freedom Dead?

    Is Press Freedom Dead?
    Jun 4 2025
    What does the immediate future hold for the press during the Trump Administration? And how has the White House Press Corps changed? Has it gotten better? Poynter Institute Media Reporter Angela Fu provides some important insight on The Poynter Report Podcast.

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    25 mins