RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4 -- Rendered At Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:39:03 +0000 The Journalism Salute https://redcircle.com/shows/the-journalism-salute en-US All rights reserved. Mark Simon The Journalism Salute is a journalism appreciation podcast. We interview working journalists about who they are and what they do. Our aim is to have diverse guests, thoughtful questions, and interesting conversation. If you're an aspiring journalist, you'll learn potential careers to pursue and tips to put to use. If you're an experienced journalist, you'll learn about like-minded members of your profession with notable stories to tell. And if you're not a journalist, we hope you'll garner or further an appreciation for journalists and realize that they are NOT the enemy. Try us! And find us at our website or on Twitter and e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com 3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4 The Journalism Salute is a journalism appreciation podcast. We interview working journalists about who they are and what they do.

Our aim is to have diverse guests, thoughtful questions, and interesting conversation.

If you're an aspiring journalist, you'll learn potential careers to pursue and tips to put to use.

If you're an experienced journalist, you'll learn about like-minded members of your profession with notable stories to tell.

And if you're not a journalist, we hope you'll garner or further an appreciation for journalists and realize that they are NOT the enemy.

Try us!

And find us at our website or on Twitter and e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com

]]> episodic no Mark Simon journalismsalute@gmail.com no full Kaela Roeder, Lead Reporter in D.C. and Virginia for Technically Kaela Roeder, Lead Reporter in D.C. and Virginia for Technically 274 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Kaela Roeder. Kaela is the lead reporter in Washington D.C. and Virginia for Technically (Technical dot LY), a national news organization that reports on local innovation economies in the United States, a newsroom that has done so since 2009. Kaela has been with them for 2 years. Prior to that she's had a few different jobs, including one as deputy editor for Street Sense Media, covering homelessness in the DC/Baltimore region and LGBTQ issues for the Washington Blade. Kaela is a graduate of American University with a journalism degree where, among other things, she won an award for aspiring LGBTQ journalists. Kaela explained Technically's purpose and the kind of stories she reports on. She shared how she learned on the fly so that she could cover this beat. And she detailed important things for young journalists to know as well as those she's recently learned that help her in her job. Kaela's salute: Street Sense Media Kaela's LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaela-roeder/ Kaela's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kaelacoverstech/ Subscribe to our newsletter here You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Kaela Roeder. Kaela is the lead reporter in Washington D.C. and Virginia for Technical dot LY, a national news organization that reports on local innovation economies in the United States, a newsroom that has done so since 2009.

Kaela has been with them for 2 years. Prior to that she's had a few different jobs, including one as deputy editor for Street Sense Media, covering homelessness in the DC/Baltimore region and LGBTQ issues for the Washington Blade.

Kaela is a graduate of American University with a journalism degree where, among other things, she won an award for aspiring LGBTQ journalists.

Kaela explained Technical.ly's purpose and the kind of stories she reports on. She shared how she learned on the fly so that she could cover this beat. And she detailed important things for young journalists to know as well as those she's recently learned that help in the job.

Kaela's salute: Street Sense Media

Kaela's LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaela-roeder/

Kaela's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kaelacoverstech/

We also heard from Anita Pinto, filing her monthly update as advisor to The Gateway Times, the school newspaper at the Urban Assembly for Gateway Technology in Manhattan. This is done in conjunction with Press Pass NYC, a non-profit that helps advisors start journalism clubs and programs in schools that don't have them.


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://technical.ly/author/kaelaroeder/" rel="nofollow">Kaela Roeder</a>. Kaela is the lead reporter in Washington D.C. and Virginia for <a href="http://technical.ly/" rel="nofollow">Technical dot LY</a>, a national news organization that reports on local innovation economies in the United States, a newsroom that has done so since 2009.</p><p>Kaela has been with them for 2 years. Prior to that she&#39;s had a few different jobs, including one as deputy editor for <a href="https://streetsensemedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Street Sense Media</a>, covering homelessness in the DC/Baltimore region and LGBTQ issues for the <a href="https://www.washingtonblade.com/author/kaela-roeder/" rel="nofollow">Washington Blade</a>.</p><p>Kaela is a graduate of American University with a journalism degree where, among other things, she won an award for aspiring LGBTQ journalists.</p><p>Kaela explained Technical.ly&#39;s purpose and the kind of stories she reports on. She shared how she learned on the fly so that she could cover this beat. And she detailed important things for young journalists to know as well as those she&#39;s recently learned that help in the job.</p><p><strong>Kaela&#39;s salute:</strong> Street Sense Media</p><p><strong>Kaela&#39;s LinkedIn</strong>- <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaela-roeder/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaela-roeder/</a></p><p><strong>Kaela&#39;s Instagram</strong>- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaelacoverstech/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/kaelacoverstech/</a></p><p>We also heard from Anita Pinto, filing her monthly update as advisor to<a href="https://thegatewaytimes.org/" rel="nofollow"> The Gateway Times</a>, the school newspaper at the Urban Assembly for Gateway Technology in Manhattan. This is done in conjunction with <a href="https://presspassnyc.org/" rel="nofollow">Press Pass NYC</a>, a non-profit that helps advisors start journalism clubs and programs in schools that don&#39;t have them.</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> e5e5c657-bf43-4643-b4c4-74e64bd50d97 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/31d0e29b-30a9-495d-9259-78690230e17e Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:00:10 +0000 1957 no full Judith Smelser & Abe Aboraya, News Collaborative of Central Florida Judith Smelser & Abe Aboraya, News Collaborative of Central Florida 273 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Judith Smelser and Abe Aboraya of the News Collaborative of Central Florida. Judith is the president and general manager of Central Florida Public Media. She's been in that job since September 2021. That's the only non-profit news organization in Central Florida. She has experience as a reporter and editor as well as a news director, managing editor, and wine columnist. She is a graduate of Rhodes College. Abe is the government accountability reporter for Oviedo Community News. Judith and Abe's organizations work together as part of the News Collaborative of Central Florida. He's a graduate of the University of Central Florida and has been a journalist for almost 20 years. The two of them explained why this collaborative is necessary and provided examples of the wins that have happened as a result. They also shared what things they've learned within journalism recently and gave examples of traits necessary to succeed in news reporting. Abe's salutes: Roger Simmons, Orlando Sentinel and former Sentinel reporter Jason Garcia Judith's salutes: Oviedo Community News and also NPR Media Reporter David Folkenflik Subscribe to our newsletter here You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Judith Smelser and Abe Aboraya of the News Collaborative of Central Florida.

Judith is the president and general manager of Central Florida Public Media. She's been in that job since September 2021. That's the only non-profit news organization in Central Florida. She has experience as a reporter and editor as well as a news director, managing editor, and wine columnist. She is a graduate of Rhodes College.

Abe is the government accountability reporter for Oviedo Community News. Judith and Abe's organizations work together as part of the News Collaborative of Central Florida. He's a graduate of the University of Central Florida and has been a journalist for almost 20 years.

The two of them explained why this collaborative is necessary and provided examples of the wins that have happened as a result. They also shared what things they've learned within journalism recently and gave examples of traits necessary to succeed in news reporting.

Abe's salutes: Roger Simmons, Orlando Sentinel and former Sentinel reporter Jason Garcia

Judith's salutes: Oviedo Community News and also NPR Media Reporter David Folkenflik

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.cfpublic.org/people/judith-smelser" rel="nofollow">Judith Smelser </a>and <a href="https://oviedocommunitynews.org/author/abe-aboraya/" rel="nofollow">Abe Aboraya </a>of the <a href="https://cffound.org/community-partnerships-2/news-collaborative-of-central-florida/" rel="nofollow">News Collaborative of Central Florida.</a></p><p>Judith is the president and general manager of <a href="https://www.cfpublic.org/" rel="nofollow">Central Florida Public Media</a>. She&#39;s been in that job since September 2021. That&#39;s the only non-profit news organization in Central Florida. She has experience as a reporter and editor as well as a news director, managing editor, and wine columnist. She is a graduate of Rhodes College.</p><p>Abe is the government accountability reporter for <a href="https://oviedocommunitynews.org/" rel="nofollow">Oviedo Community News</a>. Judith and Abe&#39;s organizations work together as part of the News Collaborative of Central Florida. He&#39;s a graduate of the University of Central Florida and has been a journalist for almost 20 years.</p><p>The two of them explained why this collaborative is necessary and provided examples of the wins that have happened as a result. They also shared what things they&#39;ve learned within journalism recently and gave examples of traits necessary to succeed in news reporting.</p><p><strong>Abe&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://www.orlandosentinel.com/author/roger-simmons/" rel="nofollow">Roger Simmons</a>, Orlando Sentinel and former Sentinel reporter <a href="https://jasongarcia.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">Jason Garcia</a></p><p><strong>Judith&#39;s salutes:</strong> Oviedo Community News and also NPR Media Reporter <a href="https://www.npr.org/people/4459112/david-folkenflik" rel="nofollow">David Folkenflik</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><br></p> 3ada19a8-13f0-4e36-8989-b64c9cd23880 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/30841689-d6bd-4b6b-a2a1-80517ca8d77d Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:00:32 +0000 2306 no full Elaine Díaz Rodríguez, Membership Director: Tiny News Collective Elaine Díaz Rodríguez, Membership Director: Tiny News Collective 272 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Elaine Díaz Rodríguez. Elaine is the membership director for Tiny News Collective, a non-profit organization whose goal is to equip visionary news entrepreneurs in underserved communities to transform journalism from the ground up, making it more equitable, accessible and connected. She's been with them since last August. Prior to that she worked in a similar role for another organization, Local Independent Online News Publishers for a little more than 3 years. Before that she was a journalist in Cuba and executive director at Periodismo de Barrio, a newsroom that covered the intersection of climate, environment, and social justice. And she was a professor at Univrsidad de la Habana, with one of her classes being – social impact of new technology. We talked about working in journalism roles that emphasize coaching, what her experience running a newsroom in Cuba was like, and her advice for aspiring journalists. Elaine's salute: Amy Bushatz, Mat-Su Sentinel Subscribe to our newsletter here You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Elaine Díaz Rodríguez.

Elaine is the membership director for Tiny News Collective, a non-profit organization whose goal is to equip visionary news entrepreneurs in underserved communities to transform journalism from the ground up, making it more equitable, accessible and connected.

She's been with them since last August. Prior to that she worked in a similar role for another organization, Local Independent Online News Publishers for a little more than 3 years.

Before that she was a journalist in Cuba and executive director at Periodismo de Barrio, a newsroom that covered the intersection of climate, environment, and social justice. And she was a professor at Univrsidad de la Habana, with one of her classes being – social impact of new technology.

We talked about working in journalism roles that emphasize coaching, what her experience running a newsroom in Cuba was like, and her advice for aspiring journalists.

Elaine's salute: Amy Bushatz, Mat-Su Sentinel

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainediaz2003/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Elaine Díaz Rodríguez.</strong></a></p><p>Elaine is the membership director for <a href="http://tinynewsco.org" rel="nofollow">Tiny News Collective</a>, a non-profit organization whose goal is to equip visionary news entrepreneurs in underserved communities to transform journalism from the ground up, making it more equitable, accessible and connected.</p><p>She&#39;s been with them since last August. Prior to that she worked in a similar role for another organization, Local Independent Online News Publishers for a little more than 3 years.</p><p>Before that she was a journalist in Cuba and executive director at Periodismo de Barrio, a newsroom that covered the intersection of climate, environment, and social justice. And she was a professor at Univrsidad de la Habana, with one of her classes being – social impact of new technology.</p><p>We talked about working in journalism roles that emphasize coaching, what her experience running a newsroom in Cuba was like, and her advice for aspiring journalists.</p><p><strong>Elaine&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.matsusentinel.com/author/amy/" rel="nofollow">Amy Bushatz</a>, Mat-Su Sentinel</p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> 40dc2178-ea86-4f89-ad23-ee4c721440cd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2ae73a17-fa79-449b-86ba-a483a938d167 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:00:25 +0000 2201 no full Chalssea Kate Echegoyen & Karis Tsang, The Varsitarian (Philippines student newspaper) Chalssea Kate Echegoyen & Karis Tsang, The Varsitarian (Philippines student newspaper) 271 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Chalssea Kate Echegoyen and Karis Tsang. They are the editor in chief and the managing editor of The Varsitarian, the award-winning student newspaper at the University of Santo Tomas, the largest college in the Philippines. Chalssea and Karis described their paths to becoming journalists and explained the state of journalism in the Philippines. They provided examples of their work, including an award-winning issue that focused on protesting government corruption and how they handled an instance in which a coach and athletic director thought the newsroom was too negative in its coverage. Special thanks to one of their advisors, Felipe Salvosa, for coordinating this interview. A Nation Flooded With Corruption https://varsitarian.net/a-nation-flooded-with-corruption/ Their salute: All student journalists Subscribe to our newsletter here You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Chalssea Kate Echegoyen and Karis Tsang. They are the editor in chief and the managing editor of The Varsitarian, the award-winning student newspaper at the University of Santo Tomas, the largest college in the Philippines.

Chalssea and Karis described their paths to becoming journalists and explained the state of journalism in the Philippines. They provided examples of their work, including an award-winning issue that focused on protesting government corruption and how they handled an instance in which a coach and athletic director thought the newsroom was too negative in its coverage.

Special thanks to one of their advisors, Felipe Salvosa, for coordinating this interview.

A Nation Flooded With Corruption

https://varsitarian.net/a-nation-flooded-with-corruption/


Their salute: All student journalists

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://ph.linkedin.com/in/chalssea-kate-echegoyen-bba51a245" rel="nofollow">Chalssea Kate Echegoyen</a> and <a href="https://ph.linkedin.com/in/karis-tsang-21717a21a" rel="nofollow">Karis Tsang</a>. They are the editor in chief and the managing editor of <a href="https://varsitarian.net/" rel="nofollow">The Varsitarian</a>, the award-winning student newspaper at the <a href="https://www.ust.edu.ph/" rel="nofollow">University of Santo Tomas</a>, the largest college in the Philippines.</p><p>Chalssea and Karis described their paths to becoming journalists and explained the state of journalism in the Philippines. They provided examples of their work, including <a href="https://issuu.com/varsitarianust/docs/the_varsitarian_p.y._2025-2026_issue_2_filipinos_?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ01aBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxbFpYN3MzcW5qSlN4cHRac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjmjCEdkYSpJT10DQP5SYKyVwQ-Z2eh8wF9p0yKR3yl_iTXX57APfTLroAAK_aem_D76jsDOrd4uo3FzYcA6etA" rel="nofollow">an award-winning issue</a> that focused on protesting government corruption and how they handled an instance in which a coach and athletic director thought the newsroom was too negative in its coverage.</p><p><em>Special thanks to one of their advisors, </em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fsalvosa/" rel="nofollow"><em>Felipe Salvosa</em></a><em>, for coordinating this interview.</em></p><p><strong>A Nation Flooded With Corruption</strong></p><p><a href="https://varsitarian.net/a-nation-flooded-with-corruption/" rel="nofollow">https://varsitarian.net/a-nation-flooded-with-corruption/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Their salute:</strong> All student journalists</p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> b1347cb9-5e64-436c-bc5a-1c3e7382e3b2 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ca2b095d-eaf5-45b2-b491-abe0d1510139 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:02 +0000 2376 no full Jen Russell, Founder: The Woodbury Warbler Jen Russell, Founder: The Woodbury Warbler 269 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jen Russell. Jen is the founder of The Woodbury Warbler, a hyperlocal newsletter covering 5 municipalities in southern New Jersey. She's been producing the weekly newsletter for about a year. She has a full-time job too – she's a paralegal. She's also a fiber artist and digital artist. She is a graduate of Peirce College. Jen explained why she started the newsletter and why she's showing her work and keeping a running dialogue about it as she goes along. She explained her philosophy of news as conversation, not product and how everything she does has a singular focus. She also shared her plans for the future and how being a journalism outsider has given her the chance to look at everything through fresh eyes. A good episode for those thinking about starting their own news project. Jen's salute: The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium, NJ News Commons, and the Center for Cooperative Media Subscribe to our newsletter here You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Jen Russell.

Jen is the founder of The Woodbury Warbler, a hyperlocal newsletter covering 5 municipalities in southern New Jersey. She's been producing the weekly newsletter for about a year. She has a full-time job too – she's a paralegal. She's also a fiber artist and digital artist. She is a graduate of Peirce College.

Jen explained why she started the newsletter and why she's showing her work and keeping a running dialogue about it as she goes along. She explained her philosophy of news as conversation, not product and how everything she does has a singular focus. She also shared her plans for the future and how being a journalism outsider has given her the chance to look at everything through fresh eyes.

A good episode for those thinking about starting their own news project.

Jen's salute: The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium, NJ News Commons, and the Center for Cooperative Media

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-russell-woo/" rel="nofollow">Jen Russell.</a> </p><p>Jen is the founder of <a href="https://woodburywarbler.com/" rel="nofollow">The Woodbury Warbler</a>, a hyperlocal newsletter covering 5 municipalities in southern New Jersey. She&#39;s been producing the weekly newsletter for about a year. She has a full-time job too – she&#39;s a paralegal. She&#39;s also a fiber artist and digital artist. She is a graduate of Peirce College.</p><p>Jen explained why she started the newsletter and why she&#39;s showing her work and keeping a running dialogue about it as she goes along. She explained her philosophy of news as conversation, not product and how everything she does has a singular focus. She also shared her plans for the future and how being a journalism outsider has given her the chance to look at everything through fresh eyes.</p><p>A good episode for those thinking about starting their own news project.</p><p><strong>Jen&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://njcivicinfo.org/" rel="nofollow">The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium</a>, <a href="https://centerforcooperativemedia.org/" rel="nofollow">NJ News Commons, and the Center for Cooperative Media</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> cafe486e-f447-4844-b311-9c057d6c95af https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7c11d881-c407-4b21-9dd3-1deadd441b1f Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:00:22 +0000 1631 no full Jackie Llanos, Immigration Reporter, NOTUS Jackie Llanos, Immigration Reporter, NOTUS 269 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jackie Llanos. Jackie is an immigration reporter for NOTUS, which stands for News of the United States, a newsroom that covers significant national issues and politics. Jackie has been with them for 6 months on a two-year fellowship. Previously she was a reporter in Florida for States Newsroom. She is a graduate of the University of Richmond. Jackie talked about covering immigration from the bureaucratic perspective, focusing on the legal and legislative system, as well as a story she did in her previous job about a U.S. citizen being taken and imprisoned by ICE, which she learned about through a Facebook group. Jackie's stories: U.S. citizen arrested by ICE https://floridaphoenix.com/2025/04/17/u-s-born-man-held-for-ice-under-floridas-new-anti-immigration-law/ How the immigration crackdown affects elder caretakers https://www.notus.org/immigration/trump-immigration-crackdown-tps-elder-caretakers Jackie's salute: Richmond journalism professor Tom Mullen You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we're joined by Jackie Llanos. Jackie is an immigration reporter for NOTUS, which stands for News of the United States, a newsroom that covers significant national issues and politics.

This interview was taped prior to NOTUS' announcement on March 16 of their plans to rebrand and expand.

Jackie has been with them for 6 months on a two-year fellowship. Previously she was a reporter in Florida for States Newsroom. She is a graduate of the University of Richmond.

Jackie talked about covering immigration from the bureaucratic perspective, focusing on the legal and legislative system, as well as a story she did in her previous job about a U.S. citizen being taken and imprisoned by ICE, which she learned about through a Facebook group.

At the end of the interview you'll again hear from New York City-based high school journalism club advisor Anita Pinto about her latest experiences in guiding and shaping her program at Urban Assembly Gateway School For Technology. You can listen to my original interview with Anita from September here)

Jackie's stories:

 U.S. citizen arrested by ICE

https://floridaphoenix.com/2025/04/17/u-s-born-man-held-for-ice-under-floridas-new-anti-immigration-law/

How the immigration crackdown affects elder caretakers

https://www.notus.org/immigration/trump-immigration-crackdown-tps-elder-caretakers


Jackie's salute: Richmond journalism professor Tom Mullen


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-llanos-9124881a2/" rel="nofollow">Jackie Llanos</a>. Jackie is an immigration reporter for <a href="https://www.notus.org/jackie-llanos" rel="nofollow">NOTUS</a>, which stands for News of the United States, a newsroom that covers significant national issues and politics.</p><p>This interview was taped prior to NOTUS&#39; announcement on March 16 of their plans to rebrand and expand.</p><p>Jackie has been with them for 6 months on a two-year fellowship. Previously she was a reporter <a href="https://floridaphoenix.com/author/jllanos/" rel="nofollow">in Florida for States Newsroom</a>. She is a graduate of the University of Richmond.</p><p>Jackie talked about covering immigration from the bureaucratic perspective, focusing on the legal and legislative system, as well as a story she did in her previous job about a U.S. citizen being taken and imprisoned by ICE, which she learned about through a Facebook group.</p><p>At the end of the interview you&#39;ll again hear from New York City-based high school journalism club advisor <a href="https://www.anitapinto.com/" rel="nofollow">Anita Pinto</a> about her latest experiences in guiding and shaping her program at Urban Assembly Gateway School For Technology. You can listen to my original interview with Anita from September <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749" rel="nofollow">here</a>)</p><p><strong>Jackie&#39;s stories:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong>U.S. citizen arrested by ICE</p><p><a href="https://floridaphoenix.com/2025/04/17/u-s-born-man-held-for-ice-under-floridas-new-anti-immigration-law/" rel="nofollow">https://floridaphoenix.com/2025/04/17/u-s-born-man-held-for-ice-under-floridas-new-anti-immigration-law/</a></p><p>How the immigration crackdown affects elder caretakers</p><p><a href="https://www.notus.org/immigration/trump-immigration-crackdown-tps-elder-caretakers" rel="nofollow">https://www.notus.org/immigration/trump-immigration-crackdown-tps-elder-caretakers</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Jackie&#39;s salute:</strong> Richmond journalism professor <a href="https://journalism.richmond.edu/faculty/tmullen/" rel="nofollow">Tom Mullen</a></p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> 4bf91386-5e73-45ab-a1aa-517475bbba20 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ce16c4ed-5fcb-4da2-8046-4b85a529283e Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:00:26 +0000 2202 no full Candice Borowitz, Ellie Sileo, Graham Goodman, Rebecca Barlace: College Journalists Candice Borowitz, Ellie Sileo, Graham Goodman, Rebecca Barlace: College Journalists 268 1 Mark Simon On this episode we talked to four early-college student journalists at the College Media Association National Convention in Manhattan: Candice Borowitz (Chatham, Communiqué), Elie Sileo (Lehigh, The Brown & White), Graham Goodman (Ithaca, The Ithacan), and Rebecca Borlace (Michigan, The Michigan Daily). The students talked about the kind of journalism they were doing, their best journalism accomplishments, the best things they had learned, the kinds of things they hoped to do in the future, and their thoughts on AI. Candice's salute: Public Source (Pittsburgh) Ellie's salute: Lehigh's international student magazine, Voices Graham's salute: Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic and also ProPublica Rebeccas's salute: Adrienne Roberts, Detroit Free Press You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) On this episode we talked to four early-college student journalists at the College Media Association National Convention in Manhattan: Candice Borowitz (Chatham, Communiqué), Ellie Sileo (Lehigh, The Brown & White), Graham Goodman (Ithaca, The Ithacan), and Rebecca Borlace (Michigan, The Michigan Daily).

The students talked about the kind of journalism they were doing, their best journalism accomplishments, the best things they had learned, the kinds of things they hoped to do in the future, and their thoughts on AI.

Candice's salute: Public Source (Pittsburgh)

Ellie's salute: Lehigh's international student magazine, Voices

Graham's salute: Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic and also ProPublica

Rebecca's salute: Adrienne Roberts, Detroit Free Press


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]]> <p>On this episode we talked to four early-college student journalists at the College Media Association National Convention in Manhattan: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/candice-borowitz-78b8683b1/" rel="nofollow">Candice Borowitz</a> (Chatham, <a href="http://chathamcommunique.com" rel="nofollow"><strong>Communiqué</strong></a>), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-sileo-8a88072b4/" rel="nofollow">Ellie Sileo </a>(Lehigh, <a href="https://thebrownandwhite.com/" rel="nofollow">The Brown &amp; White</a>), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-goodman-23483a37a/" rel="nofollow">Graham Goodman </a>(Ithaca, <a href="https://theithacan.org/" rel="nofollow">The Ithacan</a>), and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-borlace/" rel="nofollow">Rebecca Borlace</a> (Michigan, <a href="https://www.michigandaily.com/" rel="nofollow">The Michigan Daily</a>).</p><p>The students talked about the kind of journalism they were doing, their best journalism accomplishments, the best things they had learned, the kinds of things they hoped to do in the future, and their thoughts on AI.</p><p><strong>Candice&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.publicsource.org/" rel="nofollow">Public Source </a>(Pittsburgh)</p><p><strong>Ellie&#39;s salute:</strong> Lehigh&#39;s international student magazine, <a href="https://intlvoices.wixsite.com/lehigh" rel="nofollow">Voices</a></p><p><strong>Graham&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/jen-mccaffrey/" rel="nofollow">Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic</a> and also <a href="http://propublica.org" rel="nofollow">ProPublica</a></p><p><strong>Rebecca&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.freep.com/staff/5093772002/adrienne-roberts/" rel="nofollow">Adrienne Roberts</a>, Detroit Free Press</p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p> 8feb764d-9163-4c82-8e4d-d426934847c4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/fec90434-930d-4900-913c-47d2d5fd9b6a Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:00:55 +0000 1075 no full Jordan Gass-Poore' Freelance Audio and Print Journalist Jordan Gass-Poore' Freelance Audio and Print Journalist 267 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jordan Gass-Poore (GOSS-PO-ray). To try to pin down one job for Jordan is hard. She has 116 projects listed under experience on her LinkedIn page. One expertise is in podcast production and reporting on topics such as climate change and public health but she does plenty of written work too. She's a graduate of Texas State University with a Masters in investigative journalism from the University of London. Jordan talked about the path through many different jobs. We spotlighted a podcast about environmental hazards she conceived, narrated, and produced for NJ Spotlight News, a piece she wrote about what TV and movies gets wrong about having a parent in prison, and the journalist networking and media collective she's co-founded, Local Switchboard NYC. She also explained that as a freelancer, there's a lot of things she does beyond just doing the writing, and offered tips on producing and writing for audio. And she highlighted how journalism allows us to fins connections with each other that we might not otherwise. Work examples: Hazard NJ Podcast https://www.njspotlightnews.org/podcasts/hazard-nj/ What Movies And TV Get Wrong About Having A Parent In Prison https://scalawagmagazine.org/2022/06/prison-movies-lies/ Jordan's salutes: Michael Sol Warren, her former editor at NJ Spotlight News and now reporter at WNYC Jamie Kraft, senior managing editor, NJ Spotlight News Joe Lee, NJ PBS general manager Vernon Loeb, Inside Climate News You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Jordan Gass-Poore (GOSS-PO-ray). To try to pin down one job for Jordan is hard. She has 116 projects listed under experience on her LinkedIn page. One expertise is in podcast production and reporting on topics such as climate change and public health but she does plenty of written work too. She's a graduate of Texas State University with a Masters in investigative journalism from the University of London.

Jordan talked about the path through many different jobs. We spotlighted a podcast about environmental hazards she conceived, narrated, and produced for NJ Spotlight News, a piece she wrote about what TV and movies gets wrong about having a parent in prison, and the journalist networking and media collective she's co-founded, Local Switchboard NYC.

She also explained that as a freelancer, there's a lot of things she does beyond just doing the writing, and offered tips on producing and writing for audio. And she highlighted how journalism allows us to find connections with each other that we might not otherwise.

Work examples:

Hazard NJ Podcast

https://www.njspotlightnews.org/podcasts/hazard-nj/

What Movies And TV Get Wrong About Having A Parent In Prison

https://scalawagmagazine.org/2022/06/prison-movies-lies/

Jordan's salutes:

Michael Sol Warren, her former editor at NJ Spotlight News and now reporter at WNYC

Jamie Kraft, senior managing editor, NJ Spotlight News

Joe Lee, NJ PBS general manager

Vernon Loeb, Inside Climate News


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordangasspoore/details/experience/" rel="nofollow">Jordan Gass-Poore</a> (GOSS-PO-ray). To try to pin down one job for Jordan is hard. She has 116 projects listed under experience on her LinkedIn page. One expertise is in podcast production and reporting on topics such as climate change and public health but she does plenty of written work too. She&#39;s a graduate of Texas State University with a Masters in investigative journalism from the University of London.</p><p>Jordan talked about the path through many different jobs. We spotlighted a podcast about environmental hazards she conceived, narrated, and produced for NJ Spotlight News, a piece she wrote about what TV and movies gets wrong about having a parent in prison, and the journalist networking and media collective she&#39;s co-founded, <a href="https://localswitchboard.nyc/" rel="nofollow">Local Switchboard NYC</a>.</p><p>She also explained that as a freelancer, there&#39;s a lot of things she does beyond just doing the writing, and offered tips on producing and writing for audio. And she highlighted how journalism allows us to find connections with each other that we might not otherwise.</p><p><strong>Work examples:</strong></p><p>Hazard NJ Podcast</p><p><a href="https://www.njspotlightnews.org/podcasts/hazard-nj/" rel="nofollow">https://www.njspotlightnews.org/podcasts/hazard-nj/</a></p><p>What Movies And TV Get Wrong About Having A Parent In Prison</p><p><a href="https://scalawagmagazine.org/2022/06/prison-movies-lies/" rel="nofollow">https://scalawagmagazine.org/2022/06/prison-movies-lies/</a></p><p><strong>Jordan&#39;s salutes: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.njspotlightnews.org/author/michael-sol-warren/" rel="nofollow">Michael Sol Warren, her former editor at NJ Spotlight News</a> and now reporter at WNYC</p><p><a href="https://www.njpbs.org/about/njtv-team/" rel="nofollow">Jamie Kraft,</a> senior managing editor, NJ Spotlight News</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-lee-58434a7" rel="nofollow">Joe Lee</a>, NJ PBS general manager</p><p><a href="https://insideclimatenews.org/profile/vernon-loeb/" rel="nofollow">Vernon Loeb</a>, Inside Climate News</p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 4968975f-4d95-4380-a6b2-e2860f54e636 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6e8f3458-76f8-40e2-a702-97638bb21c2a Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:00:54 +0000 1782 no full Arielle Robinson, Racial Equity Reporter, Arkansas Times Arielle Robinson, Racial Equity Reporter, Arkansas Times 266 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Arielle Robinson. Arielle is a Racial Equity Reporter for the Arkansas Times, for whom she's worked for 9 months. This is part of the Report for America corps program She's previously had internships and freelance roles at CNN, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and a few other outlets. Arielle is a graduate of Kennesaw State University. Arielle talked about the experience of covering racial equity and gave examples of the different types of stories she covers. She shared her love of history, which often comes through in her writing. And she talked about reviewing theatre and the challenge of trying to remember important points in the middle of a show. Story examples Honoring Daisy Bates in Little Rock (read to the end) https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2026/02/17/new-historical-marker-unveiled-at-daisy-bates-home-honors-civil-rights-legends-desegregation-work The Palestinian art form, Tatreez https://arktimes.com/rock-candy/2025/09/23/tatreez-circle-helps-keep-palestinian-womens-tradition-alive Arielle's salute: Safura Syed, Verite News You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Arielle Robinson. Arielle is a Racial Equity Reporter for the Arkansas Times, for whom she's worked for 9 months. This is part of the Report for America corps program She's previously had internships and freelance roles at CNN, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and a few other outlets. Arielle is a graduate of Kennesaw State University.

Arielle talked about the experience of covering racial equity and gave examples of the different types of stories she covers. She shared her love of history, which often comes through in her writing. And she talked about reviewing theatre and the challenge of trying to remember important points in the middle of a show.

Plus, another update from Urban Assembly Gateway School Journalism Club Advisor Anita Pinto on how her club is progressing and facing challenges.

Story examples

Honoring Daisy Bates in Little Rock (read to the end)

https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2026/02/17/new-historical-marker-unveiled-at-daisy-bates-home-honors-civil-rights-legends-desegregation-work

The Palestinian art form, Tatreez

https://arktimes.com/rock-candy/2025/09/23/tatreez-circle-helps-keep-palestinian-womens-tradition-alive

Arielle's salute: Safura Syed, Verite News

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielle-robinson-24b445269/" rel="nofollow">Arielle Robinson</a>. Arielle is a Racial Equity Reporter for the <a href="http://arktimes.com" rel="nofollow">Arkansas Times</a>, for whom she&#39;s worked for 9 months. This is part of the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a> corps program She&#39;s previously had internships and freelance roles at CNN, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and a few other outlets. Arielle is a graduate of Kennesaw State University.</p><p>Arielle talked about the experience of covering racial equity and gave examples of the different types of stories she covers. She shared her love of history, which often comes through in her writing. And she talked about reviewing theatre and the challenge of trying to remember important points in the middle of a show.</p><p>Plus, another update from Urban Assembly Gateway School Journalism Club Advisor Anita Pinto on how her club is progressing and facing challenges.</p><p><strong>Story examples</strong></p><p>Honoring Daisy Bates in Little Rock (read to the end)</p><p><a href="https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2026/02/17/new-historical-marker-unveiled-at-daisy-bates-home-honors-civil-rights-legends-desegregation-work" rel="nofollow">https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2026/02/17/new-historical-marker-unveiled-at-daisy-bates-home-honors-civil-rights-legends-desegregation-work</a></p><p>The Palestinian art form, Tatreez</p><p><a href="https://arktimes.com/rock-candy/2025/09/23/tatreez-circle-helps-keep-palestinian-womens-tradition-alive" rel="nofollow">https://arktimes.com/rock-candy/2025/09/23/tatreez-circle-helps-keep-palestinian-womens-tradition-alive</a></p><p><strong>Arielle&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://veritenews.org/author/ssyed/" rel="nofollow">Safura Syed, Verite News</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> c1ecab16-43e0-448c-a5e8-5fe76cb4458e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/693b4077-5957-4d42-90fc-f80fe1ceb2ae Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:00:52 +0000 2197 no full Daarel Burnette, Senior Editor - The Chronicle of Higher Education Daarel Burnette, Senior Editor - The Chronicle of Higher Education 265 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Daarel Burnette. Daarel is a senior editor for The Chronicle of Higher Education, where he's been for about 4 years. He's spent virtually his entire 20-year professional career in education reporting and editing for places like the Louisville Courier Journal, The Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Chalkbeat, and Education Week. He's a graduate of Hampton University with a masters from Columbia University. The Chronicle describes itself as "Academe’s most trusted resource for independent journalism, career development, and forward-looking intelligence." Daarel explained why he thinks education is the best beat to cover, how he works with writers to shape individual stories and overall coverage, and offered advice to those thinking about making journalism their career Daarel's Salute: The Prison Journalism Project You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Daarel Burnette. Daarel is a senior editor for The Chronicle of Higher Education, where he's been for about 4 years. He's spent virtually his entire 20-year professional career in education reporting and editing for places like the Louisville Courier Journal, The Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Chalkbeat, and Education Week.

He's a graduate of Hampton University with a masters from Columbia University.

The Chronicle describes itself as "Academe’s most trusted resource for independent journalism, career development, and forward-looking intelligence."

Daarel explained why he thinks education is the best beat to cover, how he works with writers to shape individual stories and overall coverage, and offered advice to those thinking about making journalism their career

Daarel's Salute: The Prison Journalism Project


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.chronicle.com/author/daarel-burnette-ii" rel="nofollow">Daarel Burnette</a>. Daarel is a senior editor for <a href="https://www.chronicle.com/?gad_campaignid=23338348024&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAo7p3j424a9W1vVlus1jcntF3kxrw&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4pvMBhDYARIsAGfgwvxYScMUwdt0t6NCShwEXBkR-HwljEI-z7wtFWk2UT5Zk56rXuvZuuEaAoTZEALw_wcB&utm_campaign=che-eng-cr-brand-awareness-26&utm_content=25-12-01&utm_medium=p-srch&utm_source=ggl" rel="nofollow">The Chronicle of Higher Education</a>, where he&#39;s been for about 4 years. He&#39;s spent virtually his entire 20-year professional career in education reporting and editing for places like the Louisville Courier Journal, The Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Chalkbeat, and Education Week.</p><p>He&#39;s a graduate of Hampton University with a masters from Columbia University. </p><p>The Chronicle describes itself as &#34;Academe’s most trusted resource for independent journalism, career development, and forward-looking intelligence.&#34;</p><p>Daarel explained why he thinks education is the best beat to cover, how he works with writers to shape individual stories and overall coverage, and offered advice to those thinking about making journalism their career</p><p><strong>Daarel&#39;s Salute</strong>: <a href="https://prisonjournalismproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Prison Journalism Project</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 46e27c98-339b-4652-82ff-09ee65875500 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ee6bb23b-a188-4d3c-a4cb-95d839074647 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:56 +0000 2024 no full Jerome "Rome J" Johnson, Culture Correspondent, The Triibe Jerome "Rome J" Johnson, Culture Correspondent, The Triibe 264 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jerome Johnson, also known as Rome J. Jerome is a culture correspondent with The Triibe The Triibe is based in Chicago and its goal is to tell more thoughtful stories about Black people, stories that capture the multifaceted essence of their lived experiences, as well as solutions-driven stories that could teach and empower. It's aimed at a Black millennial audience. It was co-founded by Rome's sister, Morgan, The Tribe's publisher. It launched in 2017. Jerome explained his definition of a culture correspondent and explained the coverage he's done in sports (Bears-heavy in 2025), music, and fashion. His stories cover a wide array of topics, some lighter, some heavier in nature, but all focused on the Black Chicago experience. Story examples There's a Deeper Conversation To Be Had About Club JRoy https://thetriibe.com/2025/08/theres-a-deeper-conversation-to-be-had-about-club-jroy/ The Bears Are The Coolest Team in the NFL https://thetriibe.com/2026/01/caleb-williams-is-cold-and-the-chicago-bears-are-the-coolest-team-in-the-nfl/ Full list of his stories Jerome's salutes: Scoop Jackson, Ebony Magazine, Jet Magazine https://thetriibe.com/author/romej/ You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Jerome Johnson, also known as Rome J. Jerome is a culture correspondent with The Triibe.

The Triibe is based in Chicago and its goal is to tell more thoughtful stories about Black people, stories that capture the multifaceted essence of their lived experiences, as well as solutions-driven stories that could teach and empower. It's aimed at a Black millennial audience. It was co-founded by Rome's sister, Morgan, The Tribe's publisher. It launched in 2017.

Jerome explained his definition of a culture correspondent and explained the coverage he's done in sports (Bears-heavy in 2025), music, and fashion. His stories cover a wide array of topics, some lighter, some heavier in nature, but all focused on the Black Chicago experience.

Story examples

There's a Deeper Conversation To Be Had About Club JRoy

https://thetriibe.com/2025/08/theres-a-deeper-conversation-to-be-had-about-club-jroy/

The Bears Are The Coolest Team in the NFL

https://thetriibe.com/2026/01/caleb-williams-is-cold-and-the-chicago-bears-are-the-coolest-team-in-the-nfl/

Full list of his stories

Jerome's salutes: Scoop Jackson, Ebony Magazine, Jet Magazine

https://thetriibe.com/author/romej/

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://thetriibe.com/author/romej/" rel="nofollow">Jerome Johnson</a>, also known as Rome J. Jerome is a culture correspondent with <a href="https://thetriibe.com/" rel="nofollow">The Triibe</a>.</p><p>The Triibe is based in Chicago and its goal is to tell more thoughtful stories about Black people, stories that capture the multifaceted essence of their lived experiences, as well as solutions-driven stories that could teach and empower. It&#39;s aimed at a Black millennial audience. It was co-founded by Rome&#39;s sister, Morgan, The Tribe&#39;s publisher. It launched in 2017.</p><p>Jerome explained his definition of a culture correspondent and explained the coverage he&#39;s done in sports (Bears-heavy in 2025), music, and fashion. His stories cover a wide array of topics, some lighter, some heavier in nature, but all focused on the Black Chicago experience.</p><p><strong>Story examples</strong></p><p>There&#39;s a Deeper Conversation To Be Had About Club JRoy</p><p><a href="https://thetriibe.com/2025/08/theres-a-deeper-conversation-to-be-had-about-club-jroy/" rel="nofollow">https://thetriibe.com/2025/08/theres-a-deeper-conversation-to-be-had-about-club-jroy/</a></p><p>The Bears Are The Coolest Team in the NFL</p><p><a href="https://thetriibe.com/2026/01/caleb-williams-is-cold-and-the-chicago-bears-are-the-coolest-team-in-the-nfl/" rel="nofollow">https://thetriibe.com/2026/01/caleb-williams-is-cold-and-the-chicago-bears-are-the-coolest-team-in-the-nfl/</a></p><p>Full list of his stories</p><p><strong>Jerome&#39;s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/authors/scoop-jackson" rel="nofollow">Scoop Jackson</a>, <a href="https://www.ebony.com/" rel="nofollow">Ebony Magazine</a>, <a href="https://www.jetmag.com/" rel="nofollow">Jet Magazine</a></p><p><a href="https://thetriibe.com/author/romej/" rel="nofollow">https://thetriibe.com/author/romej/</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 982e2da3-f1e5-4259-8cc4-248c947dff9e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/494cebcb-47b9-4600-bc06-3ae88947ecfb Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:30 +0000 1911 no full Mikayla Newton, Freelance Reporter & Anchor, Professor, Foundation Founder Mikayla Newton, Freelance Reporter & Anchor, Professor, Foundation Founder 263 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Mikayla Newton. Mikayla is a freelance reporter and anchor in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area often focusing on news and education stories. She's an adjunct lecturer at the University of Maryland. And she's the president and founder of a non-profit aimed at empowering future journalists, The Mikayla Newton Foundation. She is a graduate from Georgia State with a Masters from Syracuse. Mikayla talked about what she learned from working as a weekend morning news anchor, her current project about private schools doing radical things in education in the DMV, and the goals of her foundation (which most recently awarded its first scholarship). Mikayla's documentary short on The Mandala School https://substack.com/home/post/p-182443346 Mikayla's salute: WABJ – The Washington D.C. chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists. You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Mikayla Newton. Mikayla is a freelance reporter and anchor in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area often focusing on news and education stories. She's an adjunct lecturer at the University of Maryland. And she's the president and founder of a non-profit aimed at empowering future journalists, The Mikayla Newton Foundation. She is a graduate from Georgia State with a Masters from Syracuse.

Mikayla talked about what she learned from working as a weekend morning news anchor, her current project about private schools doing radical things in education in the DMV, and the goals of her foundation (which most recently awarded its first scholarship).

Mikayla's documentary short on The Mandala School

https://substack.com/home/post/p-182443346

Mikayla's salute: WABJ – The Washington D.C. chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists.

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikayla-newton-85b591ba" rel="nofollow">Mikayla Newton</a>. Mikayla is a freelance reporter and anchor in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area often focusing on news and education stories. She&#39;s an adjunct lecturer at the University of Maryland. And she&#39;s the president and founder of a non-profit aimed at empowering future journalists, <a href="https://altnewsfoundation.org/mikayla-newton-foundation/" rel="nofollow">The Mikayla Newton Foundation</a>. She is a graduate from Georgia State with a Masters from Syracuse.</p><p>Mikayla talked about what she learned from working as a weekend morning news anchor, her current project about private schools doing radical things in education in the DMV, and the goals of her foundation (which most recently awarded its first scholarship).</p><p>Mikayla&#39;s documentary short on The Mandala School</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/home/post/p-182443346" rel="nofollow">https://substack.com/home/post/p-182443346</a></p><p><strong>Mikayla&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://wabjdc.org/" rel="nofollow">WABJ</a> – The Washington D.C. chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists.</p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> dc2b3d99-731a-4542-a077-b7a873450a35 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/31bd6963-2c50-497a-b2b2-172a07b1e1d9 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:00:10 +0000 1515 no full Jackson Juzang, Founder: Philadelphia Student Press Association Jackson Juzang, Founder: Philadelphia Student Press Association 262 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jackson Juzang. Jackson is a student journalist at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. He's quite busy. He's a research and editorial intern at NBC Sports, he's the founder of the Philadelphia Student Press Association, and he's the co-founder of PBJ Productions, whose services include podcasts, films and video series. And he does other things too, like serve as an associate editor on the Haverford school paper (The Clerk) and run on the school track team. We talked with Jackson mostly about the Philadelphia Student Press Association, what it does and what its goals are (it's the kind of organization that should exist in every state). We also addressed the various other projects he's involved in and what his overall aspirations are Philadelphia Student Press Association is a nonprofit coalition of student-run newsrooms across Philadelphia’s colleges and universities. We are founded to amplify student voices, promote press freedom, and build pathways into professional journalism. Jackson's salute: The Leinfest Institute for Journalism and all student journalists. You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Jackson Juzang. Jackson is a student journalist at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. He's quite busy.

He's a research and editorial intern at NBC Sports, he's the founder of the Philadelphia Student Press Association, and he's the co-founder of PBJ Productions, whose services include podcasts, films and video series. And he does other things too, like serve as an associate editor on the Haverford school paper (The Clerk) and run on the school track team.

We talked with Jackson mostly about the Philadelphia Student Press Association, what it does and what its goals are (it's the kind of organization that should exist in every state). We also addressed the various other projects he's involved in and what his overall aspirations are

Philadelphia Student Press Association is a nonprofit coalition of student-run newsrooms across Philadelphia’s colleges and universities. We are founded to amplify student voices, promote press freedom, and build pathways into professional journalism.

Jackson's salute: The Leinfest Institute for Journalism and all student journalists.

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacksonjuzang7" rel="nofollow">Jackson Juzang</a>. Jackson is a student journalist at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. He&#39;s quite busy. </p><p>He&#39;s a research and editorial intern at <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/jackson-juzang" rel="nofollow">NBC Sports</a>, he&#39;s the founder of the <a href="http://phillystudentpress.org/" rel="nofollow">Philadelphia Student Press Association,</a> and he&#39;s the co-founder of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pbj-productions" rel="nofollow">PBJ Productions</a>, whose services include podcasts, films and video series. And he does other things too, like serve as an <a href="https://haverfordclerk.com/" rel="nofollow">associate editor on the Haverford school paper</a> (The Clerk) and <a href="https://haverfordathletics.com/sports/mens-indoor-track/roster/jackson-juzang/10501" rel="nofollow">run on the school track team</a>.</p><p>We talked with Jackson mostly about the Philadelphia Student Press Association, what it does and what its goals are (it&#39;s the kind of organization that should exist in every state). We also addressed the various other projects he&#39;s involved in and what his overall aspirations are </p><p>Philadelphia Student Press Association is a nonprofit coalition of student-run newsrooms across Philadelphia’s colleges and universities. We are founded to amplify student voices, promote press freedom, and build pathways into professional journalism.</p><p><strong>Jackson&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.lenfestinstitute.org/" rel="nofollow">The Leinfest Institute for Journalism</a> and all student journalists.</p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> baf0777d-31ad-4aab-906b-67b5e83f4792 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3e2cbcac-2a3c-43bb-9793-f1a13fb2b127 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:00:54 +0000 1883 no full Alana Van Der Sluys, Journalism Teacher at Kinnelon High School Alana Van Der Sluys, Journalism Teacher at Kinnelon High School 261 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Alana Van Der Sluys. Alana is a journalism teacher at Kinnelon High School in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Alana was a guest on episode 16 on this podcast back in December 2020. She's back nearly 250 episodes later to reflect on what happened since, which includes writing a book. Alana is a graduate of Iona University with masters' from there and Montclair State. Alana talked about her experience as a teacher, how her program includes the possibility of college credit, how the value of journalism goes beyond the class itself, and her own writing about a difficult personal experience. Kinnelon Colt Chronicle School Newspaper: https://coltchronicle.org/ Alana's salutes: Ava Gutkin (Colt Chronicle editor-in-chief), The Garden State Scholastic Press Association, Anna Helhoski (Nerd Wallet) Alana's book: https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Food-Fitness-Alana-Sluys/dp/1953027199 You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Alana Van Der Sluys. Alana is a journalism teacher at Kinnelon High School in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Alana was a guest on episode 16 on this podcast back in December 2020. She's back nearly 250 episodes later to reflect on what happened since, which includes writing a book. Alana is a graduate of Iona University with masters' from there and Montclair State.

Alana talked about her experience as a teacher, how her program includes the possibility of college credit, how the value of journalism goes beyond the class itself, and her own writing about a difficult personal experience.

Kinnelon Colt Chronicle School Newspaper: https://coltchronicle.org/

Alana's salutes: Ava Gutkin (Colt Chronicle editor-in-chief), The Garden State Scholastic Press Association, Anna Helhoski (Nerd Wallet)

Alana's book: https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Food-Fitness-Alana-Sluys/dp/1953027199

You'll also hear from Anita Pinto, a speech therapist for Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology, a high school in Manhattan in which she started a journalism club last year. Anitahas been checking in with us once a month to let us know how her club is doing, the challenges the students face, and the things they learn. We thank the non-profit Press Pass NYC for connecting us with her.

Anita'sSchool Newspaper: The Gateway Times

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanavandersluys" rel="nofollow">Alana Van Der Sluys</a>. Alana is a journalism teacher at <a href="https://khs.kinnelonpublicschools.org/~board/khs-general-news/post/khs-highlights-newsletter-14" rel="nofollow">Kinnelon High School</a> in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Alana was a guest on episode 16 on this podcast back in December 2020. She&#39;s back nearly 250 episodes later to reflect on what happened since, which includes writing a book. Alana is a graduate of Iona University with masters&#39; from there and Montclair State.</p><p>Alana talked about her experience as a teacher, how her program includes the possibility of college credit, how the value of journalism goes beyond the class itself, and her own writing about a difficult personal experience.</p><p><strong>Kinnelon Colt Chronicle School Newspaper:</strong> <a href="https://coltchronicle.org/" rel="nofollow">https://coltchronicle.org/</a></p><p><strong>Alana&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://coltchronicle.org/staff_name/ava-gutkin/" rel="nofollow">Ava Gutkin</a><strong> (</strong>Colt Chronicle editor-in-chief<strong>), </strong><a href="https://gsspa.org/" rel="nofollow">The Garden State Scholastic Press Association</a>, <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/anna-helhoski" rel="nofollow">Anna Helhoski</a> (Nerd Wallet)</p><p><strong>Alana&#39;s book: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Food-Fitness-Alana-Sluys/dp/1953027199" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Food-Fitness-Alana-Sluys/dp/1953027199</a></p><p>You&#39;ll also hear from Anita Pinto, a speech therapist for <a href="https://www.theuagway.org/" rel="nofollow">Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology</a>, a high school in Manhattan in which she started a journalism club last year. Anitahas been checking in with us once a month to let us know how her club is doing, the challenges the students face, and the things they learn. We thank the non-profit <a href="http://presspassnyc.org/" rel="nofollow">Press Pass NYC</a> for connecting us with her.</p><p><strong>Anita&#39;sSchool Newspaper:</strong> <a href="https://thegatewaytimes.org/" rel="nofollow">The Gateway Times</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p><p><br></p> a8518243-955b-4355-9c0b-539d05111de1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8e014356-2eda-4e82-a63f-da86138d1941 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:00:03 +0000 2267 no full Stacy Kess, Founder and Chief of Editorial: Equal Access Public Media Stacy Kess, Founder and Chief of Editorial: Equal Access Public Media 260 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Stacy Kess. Stacy is a journalist and the founder and head of editorial for Equal Access Public Media. She's a graduate of Indiana University and is based in Boston. The mission of Equal Access Public Media is to make news more accessible to all audiences so that it is more inclusive of those with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and others with accessibility needs; and to make jobs more accessible to journalists with disabilities, with chronic illnesses, who are military veterans, and who are caregivers. Stacy talked about her connection to disability, what her organization does and its points of emphasis, the importance of alt text, and why she believes journalism is a calling. Stacy's salute: 4 journalism professors she interviewed: Nicole Carr, Meghan Irons, Nicki Mayo, and Jason Strother Donate to Equal Access Public Media: https://equalaccesspublicmedia.org/ You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Stacy Kess. Stacy is a journalist and the founder and head of editorial for Equal Access Public Media. She's a graduate of Indiana University and is based in Boston.

The mission of Equal Access Public Media is to make news more accessible to all audiences so that it is more inclusive of those with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and others with accessibility needs; and to make jobs more accessible to journalists with disabilities, with chronic illnesses, who are military veterans, and who are caregivers.

Stacy talked about her connection to disability, what her organization does and its points of emphasis, the importance of alt text, and why she believes journalism is a calling.

Stacy's salute: 4 journalism professors she interviewed: Nicole Carr, Meghan Irons, Nicki Mayo, and Jason Strother

 

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-kess/" rel="nofollow">Stacy Kess</a>. Stacy is a journalist and the founder and head of editorial for <a href="https://equalaccesspublicmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Equal Access Public Media</a>. She&#39;s a graduate of Indiana University and is based in Boston.</p><p>The mission of Equal Access Public Media is to make news more accessible to all audiences so that it is more inclusive of those with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and others with accessibility needs; and to make jobs more accessible to journalists with disabilities, with chronic illnesses, who are military veterans, and who are caregivers.</p><p>Stacy talked about her connection to disability, what her organization does and its points of emphasis, the importance of alt text, and why she believes journalism is a calling.</p><p><strong>Stacy&#39;s salute:</strong> 4 journalism professors <a href="https://the-word.news/2025/1201/teaching-journalism/" rel="nofollow">she interviewed</a>: <a href="https://www.nicolefcarr.com/bio" rel="nofollow">Nicole Carr</a>, <a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/meghan-irons/" rel="nofollow">Meghan Irons</a>, <a href="https://www.nickimayonews.com/about/" rel="nofollow">Nicki Mayo</a>, and <a href="https://jasonstrother.net/" rel="nofollow">Jason Strother</a></p><p> </p><p>Donate to Equal Access Public Media: <a href="https://equalaccesspublicmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">https://equalaccesspublicmedia.org/</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 0752fcbf-bd01-4af5-a9d8-0cd20bdfb7a6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3c33d9b8-39da-4837-908a-3830ab9d1f3b Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:00:26 +0000 1842 no full David Covucci, Founder and Editor-in-Chief: FOIABall.com David Covucci, Founder and Editor-in-Chief: FOIABall.com 259 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by David Covucci. David is the editor-in-chief of FOIAball – FOIA standing for "Freedom of Information Act." It's a newsletter that uses public records reporting to investigate college football. As he said- collectives, consultants, cops, contracts, and communications. Whether or not you like sports, I think you'll find this conversation informative as we're going to talk about the idea of finding a niche in a very crowded field. David's past experience in journalism includes time as a news editor for BroBible and the senior tech and politics editor for nearly 9 years at The Daily Dot. He's a graduate of Virginia Tech. David talked about his experience with FOIA requests and what led him to doing a newsletter centered around them. He gave examples of the kinds of stories he's done (from tax fraud allegations to how much schools spend on entertaining recruits), and how accidental discoveries can lead to significant revelations. The website: FOIAball.com David's salutes: College sports newsletter founder Matt Brown, Daniel Libit (Sportico), Matt Baker (The Athletic), Jason Leopold (Bloomberg News) You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by David Covucci. David is the editor-in-chief of FOIAball – FOIA standing for "Freedom of Information Act." It's a newsletter that uses public records reporting to investigate college football. As he said- collectives, consultants, cops, contracts, and communications.

Whether or not you like sports, I think you'll find this conversation informative as we're going to talk about the idea of finding a niche in a very crowded field.

David's past experience in journalism includes time as a news editor for BroBible and the senior tech and politics editor for nearly 9 years at The Daily Dot. He's a graduate of Virginia Tech. 

David talked about his experience with FOIA requests and what led him to doing a newsletter centered around them. He gave examples of the kinds of stories he's done (from tax fraud allegations to how much schools spend on entertaining recruits), and how accidental discoveries can lead to significant revelations.

The website: FOIAball.com

David's salutes: College sports newsletter founder Matt Brown, Daniel Libit (Sportico), Matt Baker (The Athletic), Jason Leopold (Bloomberg News)

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcovucci/" rel="nofollow">David Covucci</a>. David is the editor-in-chief of <a href="http://foiaball.com" rel="nofollow">FOIAball </a>– FOIA standing for &#34;Freedom of Information Act.&#34; It&#39;s a newsletter that uses public records reporting to investigate college football. As he said- collectives, consultants, cops, contracts, and communications.</p><p>Whether or not you like sports, I think you&#39;ll find this conversation informative as we&#39;re going to talk about the idea of finding a niche in a very crowded field.</p><p>David&#39;s past experience in journalism includes time as a news editor for BroBible and the senior tech and politics editor for nearly 9 years at The Daily Dot. He&#39;s a graduate of Virginia Tech. </p><p>David talked about his experience with FOIA requests and what led him to doing a newsletter centered around them. He gave examples of the kinds of stories he&#39;s done (from tax fraud allegations to how much schools spend on entertaining recruits), and how accidental discoveries can lead to significant revelations.</p><p><strong>The website:</strong> FOIAball.com</p><p><strong>David&#39;s salutes: </strong>College sports newsletter founder <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-brown-04851a20" rel="nofollow">Matt Brown</a>, <a href="https://www.sportico.com/author/daniel-libit/" rel="nofollow">Daniel Libit</a> (Sportico), <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/matt-baker/" rel="nofollow">Matt Baker </a>(The Athletic), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonleopold" rel="nofollow">Jason Leopold</a> (Bloomberg News)</p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p><p><br></p> c0d3c22e-7a84-4534-b020-a33403bc67cf https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/116407a2-c803-4dcc-b56f-a99cbd0d6fa8 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:00:07 +0000 2069 no full Sam Donndelinger, Investigative Journalist & Lead Designer, Uncloseted Media Sam Donndelinger, Investigative Journalist & Lead Designer, Uncloseted Media 258 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Sam Donndelinger. Sam is an investigative journalist and lead designer for Uncloseted Media. Uncloseted Media is a non-profit newsroom started by NYU professor Spencer MacNaughton to do investigative reporting on LGBTQ issues. It has 4 full-time employees and well-followed Instagram and tiktok accounts. Sam has won multiple awards for her reporting. She's a recent graduate of NYU Sam talked about the kinds of stories she covers and the importance of being an empathetic and present reporter. She explained the design role she has. And she shared why a job like this is the best fit for her. Examples of stories: Transgender men and struggles with eating disorders https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/transgender-men-experience-eating Google and conversion therapy https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/google-sends-parents-of-lgbtq-kids Unequitable access to drugs that would deter HIV https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/unraveling-the-urgent-unspoken-struggle More on Sam's life and backstory https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/why-am-i-still-explaining-being-bisexual You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Sam Donndelinger. Sam is an investigative journalist and lead designer for Uncloseted Media.

Uncloseted Media is a non-profit newsroom started by NYU professor Spencer MacNaughton to do investigative reporting on LGBTQ issues. It has 4 full-time employees and well-followed Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok accounts. Sam has won multiple awards for her reporting. She's a recent graduate of NYU.

Sam talked about the kinds of stories she covers and the importance of being an empathetic and present reporter. She explained the design role she has. And she shared why a job like this is the best fit for her.

Sam's salute: Liz Plank

Examples of stories:

Transgender men and struggles with eating disorders

https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/transgender-men-experience-eating

Google and conversion therapy

https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/google-sends-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

Unequitable access to drugs that would deter HIV

https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/unraveling-the-urgent-unspoken-struggle

More on Sam's life and backstory

https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/why-am-i-still-explaining-being-bisexual


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-donndelinger-620604236/" rel="nofollow">Sam Donndelinger.</a> Sam is an investigative journalist and lead designer for <a href="https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Uncloseted Media.</a></p><p>Uncloseted Media is a non-profit newsroom started by NYU professor Spencer MacNaughton to do investigative reporting on LGBTQ issues. It has 4 full-time employees and well-followed <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unclosetedmedia/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Uncloseted-Media-61561509999344/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@unclosetedmedia" rel="nofollow">TikTok </a>accounts. Sam has won multiple awards for her reporting. She&#39;s a recent graduate of NYU.</p><p>Sam talked about the kinds of stories she covers and the importance of being an empathetic and present reporter. She explained the design role she has. And she shared why a job like this is the best fit for her.</p><p><strong>Sam&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="http://www.elizabethplank.com/" rel="nofollow">Liz Plank</a></p><p><strong>Examples of stories:</strong></p><p>Transgender men and struggles with eating disorders</p><p><a href="https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/transgender-men-experience-eating" rel="nofollow">https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/transgender-men-experience-eating</a></p><p>Google and conversion therapy</p><p><a href="https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/google-sends-parents-of-lgbtq-kids" rel="nofollow">https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/google-sends-parents-of-lgbtq-kids</a></p><p>Unequitable access to drugs that would deter HIV</p><p><a href="https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/unraveling-the-urgent-unspoken-struggle" rel="nofollow">https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/unraveling-the-urgent-unspoken-struggle</a></p><p>More on Sam&#39;s life and backstory</p><p><a href="https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/why-am-i-still-explaining-being-bisexual" rel="nofollow">https://www.unclosetedmedia.com/p/why-am-i-still-explaining-being-bisexual</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 86b72257-f88c-48b7-b9b8-95a44a3a6ef8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9ffd6528-c6e3-4e7c-8384-db571a42538d Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:52 +0000 1964 no full Ben Chase, Managing Editor - Huron Plainsman Ben Chase, Managing Editor - Huron Plainsman 257 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Ben Chase. Ben is a two-time guest. We talked to him in 2021 when he was a reporter for the Huron Daily Plainsman in Huron, South Dakota (population ~14,000, one-third of which is Hispanic or Asian). Now he's the paper's managing editor, a role he's held for roughly a year … and it's been quite a year as he’ll share.

The paper was shut down (briefly), sold, and brought back, but with some changes, including fewer print editions and a directive to be more local.

Ben talked about running a small-town newspaper, the types of things the paper covers, how he writes his weekly op-ed piece, and how his stress relief is … more journalism (of a different type).

Ben's salute: South Dakota Searchlight


Example of Ben's Op-Eds – "It's Not The Same."

https://www.plainsman.com/stories/its-not-the-same,163806


Background on the sale of the newspaper

 

https://www.plainsman.com/stories/plainsman-three-other-south-dakota-papers-purchased-by-champion-media,148535


https://www.midstory.org/can-local-news-survive-south-dakota-says-yes/

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-chase-20b08419/" rel="nofollow">Ben Chase</a>. Ben is a two-time guest. We talked to him in 2021 when he was a reporter for the <a href="https://www.plainsman.com/" rel="nofollow">Huron Daily Plainsman</a> in Huron, South Dakota (population ~14,000, one-third of which is Hispanic or Asian). Now he&#39;s the paper&#39;s managing editor, a role he&#39;s held for roughly a year … and it&#39;s been quite a year as he’ll share.</p><p>The paper was shut down (briefly), sold, and brought back, but with some changes, including fewer print editions and a directive to be <em>more local</em>.</p><p>Ben talked about running a small-town newspaper, the types of things the paper covers, how he writes his weekly op-ed piece, and how his stress relief is … more journalism (of a different type).</p><p><strong>Ben&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://southdakotasearchlight.com/" rel="nofollow">South Dakota Searchlight</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Example of Ben&#39;s Op-Eds – &#34;It&#39;s Not The Same.&#34;</u></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.plainsman.com/stories/its-not-the-same,163806" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.plainsman.com/stories/its-not-the-same,163806</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Background on the sale of the newspaper</u></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.plainsman.com/stories/plainsman-three-other-south-dakota-papers-purchased-by-champion-media,148535" rel="nofollow">https://www.plainsman.com/stories/plainsman-three-other-south-dakota-papers-purchased-by-champion-media,148535</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.midstory.org/can-local-news-survive-south-dakota-says-yes/" rel="nofollow">https://www.midstory.org/can-local-news-survive-south-dakota-says-yes/</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 2e1293da-ce0a-4d78-86ba-e114663edf61 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/55ed67af-d9e9-479d-a5a6-30e78c304601 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:00:26 +0000 2160 no full Jules Roscoe, Freelance Journalist (404 Media, Matter News, The Boston Guardian) Jules Roscoe, Freelance Journalist (404 Media, Matter News, The Boston Guardian) 256 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jules Roscoe. Jules is an independent journalist (freelance writer) who covers labor and technology from a national perspective and politics from a local perspective. Jules has written for (among other places), 404 Media, The Boston Guardian, Vice, Wired, and Matter News, is a 2024 graduate of NYU, and works full-time as a legal proofreader. We talked about Jules' experience, approach to writing stories (why it needs to sound good to the ear) and why a 'stupid question' is often a good question. Jules' salutes: 404 Media, and journalists Ken Klippenstein and Matthew Gault You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Jules Roscoe. Jules is an independent journalist (freelance writer) who covers labor and technology from a national perspective and politics from a local perspective.

Jules has written for (among other places), 404 Media, The Boston Guardian, Vice, Wired, and Matter News, is a 2024 graduate of NYU, and works full-time as a legal proofreader.

We talked about Jules' experience, approach to writing stories (why it needs to sound good to the ear) and why a 'stupid question' is often a good question.

Plus, we'll get an update from Anita Pinto, adviser to The Gateway Times at Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology in New York City. She's been providing monthly reports on what her students have been doing. One highlight: They got to visit the New York Post. You can hear Anita's original interview with me here.

Jules' salutes: 404 Media, and journalists Ken Klippenstein and Matthew Gault

Work examples

UPS workers driving in heat story

https://www.vice.com/en/article/ups-workers-share-horror-stories-about-driving-in-heat/

Indonesian fishermen story

https://www.404media.co/they-sometimes-worry-that-im-dead-already-deep-sea-fishers-fight-for-wi-fi/

Other stories

https://muckrack.com/julesaroscoe

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julesroscoe" rel="nofollow">Jules Roscoe</a>. Jules is an independent journalist (freelance writer) who covers labor and technology from a national perspective and politics from a local perspective.</p><p>Jules has written for (among other places), <a href="http://www.404media.co/" rel="nofollow">404 Media</a>, <a href="http://read.thebostonguardian.com/" rel="nofollow">The Boston Guardian</a>, <a href="http://www.vice.com/" rel="nofollow">Vice</a>, <a href="http://www.wired.com/" rel="nofollow">Wired</a>, and <a href="http://matternews.org/" rel="nofollow">Matter News</a>, is a 2024 graduate of NYU, and works full-time as a legal proofreader.</p><p>We talked about Jules&#39; experience, approach to writing stories (why it needs to sound good to the ear) and why a &#39;stupid question&#39; is often a good question.</p><p>Plus, we&#39;ll get an update from Anita Pinto, adviser to The Gateway Times at Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology in New York City. She&#39;s been providing monthly reports on what her students have been doing. One highlight: They got to visit the <em>New York Post. </em>You can hear Anita&#39;s original interview with me <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749&l=pt-BR" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p><p><strong>Jules&#39; salutes:</strong> <a href="http://www.404media.co/" rel="nofollow">404 Media</a>, and journalists <a href="https://www.kenklippenstein.com/" rel="nofollow">Ken Klippenstein</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-gault-9b286384" rel="nofollow">Matthew Gault</a></p><p><strong><u>Work examples</u></strong></p><p><strong>UPS workers driving in heat story</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.vice.com/en/article/ups-workers-share-horror-stories-about-driving-in-heat/" rel="nofollow">https://www.vice.com/en/article/ups-workers-share-horror-stories-about-driving-in-heat/</a></p><p><strong>Indonesian fishermen story</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.404media.co/they-sometimes-worry-that-im-dead-already-deep-sea-fishers-fight-for-wi-fi/" rel="nofollow">https://www.404media.co/they-sometimes-worry-that-im-dead-already-deep-sea-fishers-fight-for-wi-fi/</a></p><p><strong>Other stories</strong></p><p><a href="https://muckrack.com/julesaroscoe" rel="nofollow">https://muckrack.com/julesaroscoe</a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> ba9dee1d-d2ac-42e1-91d7-9011ad1752bf https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/59bada6f-066c-4442-9380-30f080d688b2 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:00:14 +0000 2366 no full Megan Tagami, Education Reporter, Honolulu Civil Beat Megan Tagami, Education Reporter, Honolulu Civil Beat 255 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Megan Tagami. Megan is a reporter covering education for Honolulu Civil Beat, a non-profit newsroom in Hawaii. She's a native of Honolulu and a 2023 graduate of UCLA with a degree in political science and government. Megan talked about her entry into journalism, how she overcame her hesitance to ask people questions, explained her writing process, and shared the kinds of stories she covers on the education beat. Lots of good lessons for aspiring journalists from the perspective of a young writer beginning her career. Megan's story about mental health and Hawaii schools https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/the-crisis-isnt-over-maui-kids-mental-health-needs-are-mounting/ Megan's story about the librarian shortage https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/03/hawai%ca%bbi-school-libraries-are-shrinking-when-students-may-need-them-most/ Megan's story about how teachers are dealing with free speech and challenging discussion topics, like Charlie Kirk's assassination https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/11/whats-controversial-teachers-grapple-with-free-speech-in-hawaii-schools/ Megan's salute: You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Megan Tagami. Megan is a reporter covering education for Honolulu Civil Beat, a non-profit newsroom in Hawaii. She's a native of Honolulu and a 2023 graduate of UCLA with a degree in political science and government. 

Megan talked about her entry into journalism, how she overcame her hesitance to ask people questions, explained her writing process, and shared the kinds of stories she covers on the education beat. Lots of good lessons for aspiring journalists from the perspective of a young writer beginning her career.

Megan's story about mental health and Hawaii schools

 https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/the-crisis-isnt-over-maui-kids-mental-health-needs-are-mounting/

Megan's story about the librarian shortage

https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/03/hawai%ca%bbi-school-libraries-are-shrinking-when-students-may-need-them-most/

Megan's story about how teachers are dealing with free speech and challenging discussion topics, like Charlie Kirk's assassination

https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/11/whats-controversial-teachers-grapple-with-free-speech-in-hawaii-schools/


Megan's salute: Joe Hong, WNYC

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-tagami" rel="nofollow">Megan Tagami</a>. Megan is a reporter covering education for <a href="http://civilbeat.org" rel="nofollow">Honolulu Civil Beat</a>, a non-profit newsroom in Hawaii. She&#39;s a native of Honolulu and a 2023 graduate of UCLA with a degree in political science and government. </p><p>Megan talked about her entry into journalism, how she overcame her hesitance to ask people questions, explained her writing process, and shared the kinds of stories she covers on the education beat. Lots of good lessons for aspiring journalists from the perspective of a young writer beginning her career.</p><p><strong>Megan&#39;s story about mental health and Hawaii schools</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/the-crisis-isnt-over-maui-kids-mental-health-needs-are-mounting/" rel="nofollow">https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/the-crisis-isnt-over-maui-kids-mental-health-needs-are-mounting/</a></p><p><strong>Megan&#39;s story about the librarian shortage</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/03/hawai%ca%bbi-school-libraries-are-shrinking-when-students-may-need-them-most/" rel="nofollow">https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/03/hawai%ca%bbi-school-libraries-are-shrinking-when-students-may-need-them-most/</a></p><p><strong>Megan&#39;s story about how teachers are dealing with free speech and challenging discussion topics, like Charlie Kirk&#39;s assassination</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/11/whats-controversial-teachers-grapple-with-free-speech-in-hawaii-schools/" rel="nofollow">https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/11/whats-controversial-teachers-grapple-with-free-speech-in-hawaii-schools/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Megan&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-hong-46292911b" rel="nofollow"><strong>Joe Hong, WNYC</strong></a></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 2d37aded-c938-456e-a622-827dc9119130 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2c729a0a-8f5d-409a-b2be-bde2fb2eaae3 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:00:38 +0000 1826 no full Alyssa Rosenberg, Former Letters & Community Editor, The Washington Post Alyssa Rosenberg, Former Letters & Community Editor, The Washington Post 254 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Alyssa Rosenberg. Alyssa is a former editor and columnist for The Washington Post. She was at the Post for 11 and a half years, the last year and a half was spent as the letters and community editor. After the Post declined to endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential election she invited readers to write in. The result was 21,000 letters. And over a 6-month period, Alyssa read every one. She wrote about this recently for NOTUS (News of the United States) and she joined us to talk about her work and career. Alyssa explained what her job as a letters editor was like, her process for editing (and shortening letters), what one goes through when they read 21,000 letters on the same subject, and the value of allowing someone to feel heard. Alyssa's article for NOTUS about the 21,000 letters https://www.notus.org/perspectives/the-washington-post-got-21-000-emails-after-it-didnt-endorse-i-read-them-all Across The Movie Aisle Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-the-movie-aisle/id1491840893 The Shop Around The Corner- Children's Book Newsletter https://alyssarosenberg.substack.com/ Alyssa's salutes: Shane Harris, The Atlantic, Richard Just, Notus You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Alyssa Rosenberg. Alyssa is a former editor and columnist for The Washington Post. She was at the Post for 11 and a half years, the last year and a half was spent as the letters and community editor.

After the Post declined to endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential election she invited readers to write in. The result was 21,000 letters. And over a 6-month period, Alyssa read every one. She wrote about this recently for NOTUS (News of the United States) and she joined us to talk about her work and career.

Alyssa explained what her job as a letters editor was like, her process for editing (and shortening letters), what one goes through when they read 21,000 letters on the same subject, and the value of allowing someone to feel heard.

 Alyssa's article for NOTUS about the 21,000 letters

https://www.notus.org/perspectives/the-washington-post-got-21-000-emails-after-it-didnt-endorse-i-read-them-all

Youth 250 Writing Program

https://historymadebyus.org/youth250

 Across The Movie Aisle Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-the-movie-aisle/id1491840893

 The Shop Around The Corner- Children's Book Newsletter

https://alyssarosenberg.substack.com/

 

Alyssa's salutes: Shane Harris, The Atlantic, Richard Just, Notus

 

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-rosenberg-153402180/" rel="nofollow">Alyssa Rosenberg</a>. Alyssa is a former editor and columnist for <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/alyssa-rosenberg/" rel="nofollow">The Washington Post</a>. She was at the Post for 11 and a half years, the last year and a half was spent as the letters and community editor.</p><p>After the Post <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2024/10/25/washington-post-endorsement-president/" rel="nofollow">declined to endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential election</a> she invited readers to write in. The result was 21,000 letters. And over a 6-month period, Alyssa read every one. She wrote about this recently for <a href="http://notus.org/" rel="nofollow">NOTUS</a> (News of the United States) and she joined us to talk about her work and career.</p><p>Alyssa explained what her job as a letters editor was like, her process for editing (and shortening letters), what one goes through when they read 21,000 letters on the same subject, and the value of allowing someone to feel heard.</p><p> <strong>Alyssa&#39;s article for NOTUS about the 21,000 letters</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.notus.org/perspectives/the-washington-post-got-21-000-emails-after-it-didnt-endorse-i-read-them-all" rel="nofollow">https://www.notus.org/perspectives/the-washington-post-got-21-000-emails-after-it-didnt-endorse-i-read-them-all</a></p><p><strong>Youth 250 Writing Program</strong></p><p><a href="https://historymadebyus.org/youth250" rel="nofollow">https://historymadebyus.org/youth250</a></p><p> <strong>Across The Movie Aisle Podcast</strong></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-the-movie-aisle/id1491840893" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-the-movie-aisle/id1491840893</a></p><p> <strong>The Shop Around The Corner- Children&#39;s Book Newsletter</strong></p><p><a href="https://alyssarosenberg.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">https://alyssarosenberg.substack.com/</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Alyssa&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/author/shane-harris/" rel="nofollow">Shane Harris</a>, <em>The Atlantic, </em><a href="https://www.notus.org/richard-just" rel="nofollow">Richard Just</a>, <em>Notus</em></p><p> </p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 1369ee0c-4a6d-45eb-8426-7dd344bc584e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d37b8927-5b05-4f71-a280-2842e1e55dd2 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:00:56 +0000 2179 no full Filmmakers Babette Hogan & Julie Eisenberg (Running For the Mountains) Filmmakers Babette Hogan & Julie Eisenberg (Running For the Mountains) 253 1 Mark Simon On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people. On this episode we're joined by Babette Hogan and Julie Eisenberg. They are the filmmakers behind Running for the Mountains, a new documentary film about environmental policies and politics and the fight between activists and politicians about this issue in West Virginia. It's available on Amazon Prime and also, if you have a library card, on Kanopy. Babette and Julie talked about the process by which they made their movie, which took 15 years to complete. They explained why they made the movie, how – as outsiders – they gained the trust of West Virginians, and shared some of the adventures they had along the way (including an arrest. Babette and Julie's salutes: Chris Hayes of MS Now, Gasland director Josh Fox, and the movie Knock Down the House. You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people.

On this episode we're joined by Babette Hogan and Julie Eisenberg. They are the filmmakers behind Running for the Mountains, a new documentary film about environmental policies and politics and the fight between activists and politicians about this issue in West Virginia. It's available on Amazon Prime and also, if you have a library card, on Kanopy.

Babette and Julie talked about the process by which they made their movie, which took 15 years to complete. They explained why they made the movie, how – as outsiders – they gained the trust of West Virginians, and shared some of the adventures they had along the way (including an arrest.

Babette and Julie's salutes: Chris Hayes of MS Now, Gasland director Josh Fox, and the movie Knock Down the House, as well as photojournalists Dorothea Lange, Gordon Parks, and Sebastião Salgado. 


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]]> <p>On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people.</p><p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/babettehogan" rel="nofollow">Babette Hogan</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-eisenberg-90560a76" rel="nofollow">Julie Eisenberg</a>. They are the filmmakers behind <a href="http://firstrunfeatures.com/runningforthemountainsvod.html?srsltid=AfmBOorAtAc1eps4fEvcV6Ng8jKxBUNBDVWKN9fdxJiKeA8AMUazQv8p" rel="nofollow">Running for the Mountains</a>, a new documentary film about environmental policies and politics and the fight between activists and politicians about this issue in West Virginia. It&#39;s available on <a href="https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Running-for-the-Mountains/0R7W7ISRVG5I6W6M9RH6QTYCWT" rel="nofollow">Amazon Prime</a> and also, if you have a library card, on <a href="https://www.kanopy.com/en/product/15642478" rel="nofollow">Kanopy</a>.</p><p>Babette and Julie talked about the process by which they made their movie, which took 15 years to complete. They explained why they made the movie, how – as outsiders – they gained the trust of West Virginians, and shared some of the adventures they had along the way (including an arrest.</p><p><strong>Babette and Julie&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://x.com/chrislhayes" rel="nofollow">Chris Hayes of MS Now,</a> Gasland director <a href="https://www.joshfoxfilm.com/" rel="nofollow">Josh Fox</a>, and the movie <a href="https://knockdownthehouse.com/" rel="nofollow">Knock Down the House</a>, as well as photojournalists <a href="https://www.moma.org/collection/artists/3373" rel="nofollow">Dorothea Lange,</a> <a href="https://www.moma.org/collection/artists/8083" rel="nofollow">Gordon Parks</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sebastiaosalgadooficial/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Sebastião Salgado.</a> </p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 6a71ebe2-51e9-41c3-a086-32962cbf38d0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e067ed54-5c0d-43e7-ab63-1515fb9e0ce1 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:00:37 +0000 2590 no full A'lauren Gilchrist, Student Representative, NABJ (Norfolk State) A'lauren Gilchrist, Student Representative, NABJ (Norfolk State) 252 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by A'lauren Gilchrist. A'lauren is a senior at Norfolk State University, an HBCU in Norfolk, Virginia. She is also the student representative at the National Association of Black Journalists, NABJ. A'lauren's experience includes an internship with WAVY 10 News and we talked about the different things she learned, including the importance of having Black voices in the newsroom and in pitch meetings. She also shared the goals she has in her position with NABJ and the work she's done as a student newspaper editor and an intern with Historically Black Since. At the end of the episode, we'll hear an update from Urban Assembly Gateway School journalism club advisor Anita Pinto about what her students have been working on in the past month. We originally interviewed Anita in September. A'lauren's salutes: Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals and its president Eugene Daniel, and her mentors April Woodard of WTKR, and Aesia Toliver of WAVY 10. Article summarizing her internship: https://www.wavy.com/blogs/intern-blog/wavys-fire-intern-from-smoke-filled-scenes-to-broadcast-success/ You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by A'lauren Gilchrist. A'lauren is a senior at Norfolk State University, an HBCU in Norfolk, Virginia. She is also the student representative at the National Association of Black Journalists, NABJ.

A'lauren's experience includes an internship with WAVY 10 News and we talked about the different things she learned, including the importance of having Black voices in the newsroom and in pitch meetings. She also shared the goals she has in her position with NABJ and the work she's done as a student newspaper editor and an intern with Historically Black Since.

At the end of the episode, we'll hear an update from Urban Assembly Gateway School journalism club advisor Anita Pinto about what her students have been working on in the past month. We originally interviewed Anita in September.

A'lauren's salutes: Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals and its president Eugene Daniel, and her mentors April Woodard of WTKR, and Aesia Toliver of WAVY 10.

Article summarizing her internship:

https://www.wavy.com/blogs/intern-blog/wavys-fire-intern-from-smoke-filled-scenes-to-broadcast-success/


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/a-lauren-gilchrist-b20737256" rel="nofollow">A&#39;lauren Gilchrist</a>. A&#39;lauren is a senior at Norfolk State University, an HBCU in Norfolk, Virginia. She is also the student representative at the National Association of Black Journalists, <a href="http://nabj.org" rel="nofollow">NABJ</a>.</p><p>A&#39;lauren&#39;s experience includes an internship with <a href="https://www.wavy.com/" rel="nofollow">WAVY 10 News</a> and we talked about the different things she learned, including the importance of having Black voices in the newsroom and in pitch meetings. She also shared the goals she has in her position with NABJ and the work she&#39;s done as a student newspaper editor and an intern with <em>Historically Black Since</em>.</p><p>At the end of the episode, we&#39;ll hear an update from Urban Assembly Gateway School journalism club advisor <a href="https://www.anitapinto.com/" rel="nofollow">Anita Pinto</a> about what her students have been working on in the past month. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749" rel="nofollow">We originally interviewed Anita in September</a>.</p><p><strong>A&#39;lauren&#39;s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://www.hrbmpinc.com/" rel="nofollow">Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals</a> and its president <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eugenedanieltv/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Eugene Daniel</a>, and her mentors <a href="https://www.wtkr.com/april-woodard" rel="nofollow">April Woodard</a> of WTKR, and <a href="https://www.wavy.com/author/aesia-toliver/" rel="nofollow">Aesia Toliver</a> of WAVY 10.</p><p><strong>Article summarizing her internship:</strong> </p><p><a href="https://www.wavy.com/blogs/intern-blog/wavys-fire-intern-from-smoke-filled-scenes-to-broadcast-success/" rel="nofollow">https://www.wavy.com/blogs/intern-blog/wavys-fire-intern-from-smoke-filled-scenes-to-broadcast-success/</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> e2317d3f-a3c5-4d62-b252-6f202ebfc6dc https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/50084329-eabf-406c-a5ef-13899c549ad3 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:00:45 +0000 2412 no full Maryam Jameel, Engagement Reporter, ProPublica Maryam Jameel, Engagement Reporter, ProPublica 251 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Maryam Jameel. Maryam is a graduate of Northwestern and an engagement reporter for ProPublica focused on workers' rights, occupational safety, immigration, and the federal government. Being an engagement reporter means both connecting with your audience and connecting with sources and Marayam is working on a campaign featuring ads on D.C. Metro cars encouraging federal workers to share their stories. This follows a campaign that ProPublica did with a truck traveling around Washington D.C. also encouraging workers to call. We talk to her about writing, sourcing, and her approach to stories. Maryam's salute: Reporters covering the war and atrocities in Gaza Helpful links: More on the way ProPublica is finding sources https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/propublica-wanted-to-find-more-sources-in-the-federal-government-so-it-brought-a-truck/ Our interview with her reporting colleague, Melissa Sanchez https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melissa-sanchez-pro-publica/id1526063503?i=1000615807775 You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Maryam Jameel. Maryam is a graduate of Northwestern and an engagement reporter for ProPublica focused on workers' rights, occupational safety, immigration, and the federal government.

Being an engagement reporter means both connecting with your audience and connecting with sources and Marayam is working on a campaign featuring ads on D.C. Metro cars encouraging federal workers to share their stories.

This follows a campaign that ProPublica did with a truck traveling around Washington D.C. also encouraging workers to call.

We talk to her about writing, innovative ways of sourcing, the challenges of ethical reporting, and her approach to stories.

Maryam's salute: Reporters covering the war and genocide in Gaza

Helpful links:

More on the way ProPublica is finding sources

https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/propublica-wanted-to-find-more-sources-in-the-federal-government-so-it-brought-a-truck/

Our interview with her reporting colleague, Melissa Sanchez

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melissa-sanchez-pro-publica/id1526063503?i=1000615807775


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by Maryam Jameel. Maryam is a graduate of Northwestern and an engagement reporter for ProPublica focused on workers&#39; rights, occupational safety, immigration, and the federal government.</p><p>Being an engagement reporter means both connecting with your audience and connecting with sources and Marayam is working on a campaign featuring ads on D.C. Metro cars encouraging federal workers to share their stories.</p><p>This follows a campaign that ProPublica did with a truck traveling around Washington D.C. also encouraging workers to call.</p><p>We talk to her about writing, innovative ways of sourcing, the challenges of ethical reporting, and her approach to stories.</p><p><strong>Maryam&#39;s salute: </strong>Reporters covering the war and genocide in Gaza</p><p><strong>Helpful links:</strong></p><p>More on the way ProPublica is finding sources</p><p><a href="https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/propublica-wanted-to-find-more-sources-in-the-federal-government-so-it-brought-a-truck/" rel="nofollow">https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/propublica-wanted-to-find-more-sources-in-the-federal-government-so-it-brought-a-truck/</a></p><p>Our interview with her reporting colleague, Melissa Sanchez</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melissa-sanchez-pro-publica/id1526063503?i=1000615807775" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melissa-sanchez-pro-publica/id1526063503?i=1000615807775</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 8ffefe3a-a134-40c5-a5df-fd8de19b4c17 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/257e7186-43db-4bc4-83ee-0076a1466f31 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:00:33 +0000 2300 no full Joe Coughlin, Co-Founder, Editor-in-Chief: The Record - North Shore Joe Coughlin, Co-Founder, Editor-in-Chief: The Record - North Shore 250 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Joe Coughlin. Joe is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Record - North Shore, a non-profit newsroom serving Chicago's North Shore suburbs. Joe has 20 years in the journalism industry to draw upon. The Record and The Journalism Salute started at around the same time. In fact, Joe reached out to me not long after he started to tell me what he was doing. I said – I'll talk to you eventually. Eventually is now – 5 years later! Joe talked about why he has such a passion for local news, how he started and manages a small, local, award-winning non-profit and how it has been able to survive. He also provided examples of the kind of stories that work and why he thinks sports is so important to local news coverage. Joe's salute: Block Club Chicago You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Joe Coughlin. Joe is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Record - North Shore, a non-profit newsroom serving Chicago's North Shore suburbs.

Joe has 20 years in the journalism industry to draw upon. The Record and The Journalism Salute started at around the same time. In fact, Joe reached out to me not long after he started to tell me what he was doing. I said – I'll talk to you eventually. Eventually is now – 5 years later!

Joe talked about why he has such a passion for local news, how he started and manages a small, local, award-winning non-profit and how it has been able to survive. He also provided examples of the kind of stories that work and why he thinks sports is so important to local news coverage.

Joe's salute: Block Club Chicago


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeacoughlin/" rel="nofollow">Joe Coughlin</a>. Joe is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of <a href="https://www.therecordnorthshore.org/about-us/" rel="nofollow">The Record - North Shore</a>, a non-profit newsroom serving Chicago&#39;s North Shore suburbs.</p><p>Joe has 20 years in the journalism industry to draw upon. The Record and <em>The Journalism Salute</em> started at around the same time. In fact, Joe reached out to me not long after he started to tell me what he was doing. I said – I&#39;ll talk to you eventually. Eventually is now – 5 years later!</p><p>Joe talked about why he has such a passion for local news, how he started and manages a small, local, award-winning non-profit and how it has been able to survive. He also provided <a href="https://www.therecordnorthshore.org/topics/news/" rel="nofollow">examples of the kind of stories that work</a> and why he thinks <a href="https://www.therecordnorthshore.org/topics/sports/" rel="nofollow">sports</a> is so important to local news coverage.</p><p><strong>Joe&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://blockclubchicago.org/" rel="nofollow">Block Club Chicago</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 1e23c302-5288-47af-86cd-5b2f4f919c19 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/258a6691-c72d-4ae5-b2e6-461748d143ed Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:13 +0000 2041 no full Nicole Lewis, Engagement Editor, The Marshall Project Nicole Lewis, Engagement Editor, The Marshall Project 249 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Nicole Lewis. Nicole is the engagement editor for The Marshall Project, leading the organization’s strategic efforts to deepen reporting that reaches communities most affected by the criminal legal system. She also leads certain investigative reporting projects. The Marshall Project is a non-profit nonpartisan newsroom covering America's criminal justice system with the belief that the system is broken and needs reform. We talked to Nicole about both her purpose as a journalist and The Marshall Project's purpose as an organization. She provided examples of stories she's worked on, everything from 'as-told-to' pieces with incarcerated people dealing with pregnancy issues to lawmakers' response to a supposed shoplifting crisis, to a massive survey of those incarcerated about the 2024 election (which featured a surprising level of support for Donald Trump). Nioole's salutes: Outlier Media and New York Magazine You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one) here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Nicole Lewis. Nicole is the engagement editor for The Marshall Project, leading the organization’s strategic efforts to deepen reporting that reaches communities most affected by the criminal legal system. She also leads certain investigative reporting projects.

The Marshall Project is a non-profit nonpartisan newsroom covering America's criminal justice system with the belief that the system is broken and needs reform.

We talked to Nicole about both her purpose as a journalist and The Marshall Project's purpose as an organization. She provided examples of stories she's worked on, everything from 'as-told-to' pieces with incarcerated people dealing with pregnancy issues to lawmakers' response to a supposed shoplifting crisis, to a massive survey of those incarcerated about the 2024 election (which featured a surprising level of support for Donald Trump).

Nicole's salutes: Outlier Media and New York Magazine

Related interviews on this podcast:

Trina Reynolds-Tyler & Sarah Conway (Invisible Institute)

Justin Baxley, More Than A Number

Erin Perry, Outlier Media


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilewis09/" rel="nofollow">Nicole Lewis</a>. Nicole is the engagement editor for <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Marshall Project</a>, leading the organization’s strategic efforts to deepen reporting that reaches communities most affected by the criminal legal system. She also leads certain investigative reporting projects.</p><p>The Marshall Project is a non-profit nonpartisan newsroom covering America&#39;s criminal justice system with the belief that the system is broken and needs reform.</p><p>We talked to Nicole about both her purpose as a journalist and The Marshall Project&#39;s purpose as an organization. She provided examples of stories she&#39;s worked on, everything from <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/2023/07/07/texas-miscarriage-collin-county-jail-wellpath" rel="nofollow">&#39;as-told-to&#39; pieces with incarcerated</a> people dealing with pregnancy issues to <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/2023/02/27/shoplifting-retail-theft-lawmakers-response" rel="nofollow">lawmakers&#39; response to a supposed shoplifting crisis</a>, to a massive survey of <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/2024/10/17/election-voting-harris-trump-incarceration-poll" rel="nofollow">those incarcerated</a> about the 2024 election (which featured a surprising level of support for Donald Trump).</p><p><strong>Nicole&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://outliermedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Outlier Media</a> and <a href="https://nymag.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>New York Magazine</em></a></p><p><strong>Related interviews on this podcast: </strong></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pulitzer-prize-winners-sarah-conway-and-trina/id1526063503?i=1000660868287" rel="nofollow">Trina Reynolds-Tyler &amp; Sarah Conway (Invisible Institute)</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/justin-baxley-creator-more-than-a-number/id1526063503?i=1000710957206" rel="nofollow">Justin Baxley, More Than A Number</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/erin-perry-managing-editor-of-outlier-media/id1526063503?i=1000577040307" rel="nofollow">Erin Perry, Outlier Media</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one) <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> e983b210-d997-4b8a-9788-ea6e1d409361 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/955e1a76-877e-4c49-a511-86921cd7a579 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 03:00:44 +0000 2389 no full Ishan Thakore, Reporter, Colorado Public Radio (formerly of Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) Ishan Thakore, Reporter, Colorado Public Radio (formerly of Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) 248 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Ishan Thakore. Ishan is a climate and environmental reporter for Colorado Public Radio. He previously worked as a researcher, fact checker and field associate producer for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, a show that ran on TBS that used comedy to tell and analyze news stories. We talked to Ishan about both jobs. He discussed his responsibilities on Full Frontal, the kinds of stories he did, the process that went into producing them, and why comedy was an effective storytelling tool. He also explained his current beat and how almost every story has a climate and environmental aspect to it, and he shared what it's like to work in public radio right now. Ishan's website https://www.ishanthakore.com/ Lumpkin or Leave It (Full Frontal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL1EyLolFUk Trump Administration Canceling Funding https://www.cpr.org/2025/07/10/trump-cancels-millions-agriculture-funding/ Ishan's salutes: The Committee to Protect Journalists and The Society for Environmental Journalists You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one) here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode we're joined by Ishan Thakore. Ishan is a climate and environmental reporter for Colorado Public Radio. He previously worked as a researcher, fact checker and field associate producer for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, a show that ran on TBS that used comedy to tell and analyze news stories.

We talked to Ishan about both jobs. He discussed his responsibilities on Full Frontal, the kinds of stories he did, the process that went into producing them, and why comedy was an effective storytelling tool.

He also explained his current beat and how almost every story has a climate and environmental aspect to it, and he shared what it's like to work in public radio right now.

Ishan's website

https://www.ishanthakore.com/

Lumpkin or Leave It (Full Frontal)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL1EyLolFUk

Trump Administration Canceling Funding

https://www.cpr.org/2025/07/10/trump-cancels-millions-agriculture-funding/

Ishan's salutes: The Committee to Protect Journalists and The Society for Environmental Journalists


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ishan-thakore-4053938a/?profileId=ACoAABLr84UBRVMQqhQFncY2XgiBu-QCK5SbuEU" rel="nofollow">Ishan Thakore</a>. Ishan is a climate and environmental reporter for <a href="https://www.cpr.org/author/ishan-thakore/" rel="nofollow">Colorado Public Radio</a>. He previously worked as a researcher, fact checker and field associate producer for <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJBo3iyb1U0cyUy3c1RhnL9k6v8bLVf_Z" rel="nofollow"><em>Full Frontal with Samantha Bee</em></a>, a show that ran on TBS that used comedy to tell and analyze news stories.</p><p>We talked to Ishan about both jobs. He discussed his responsibilities on Full Frontal, the kinds of stories he did, the process that went into producing them, and why comedy was an effective storytelling tool.</p><p>He also explained his current beat and how almost every story has a climate and environmental aspect to it, and he shared what it&#39;s like to work in public radio right now.</p><p><strong>Ishan&#39;s website</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.ishanthakore.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ishanthakore.com/</a></p><p><strong>Lumpkin or Leave It (Full Frontal)</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL1EyLolFUk" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL1EyLolFUk</a></p><p><strong>Trump Administration Canceling Funding</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.cpr.org/2025/07/10/trump-cancels-millions-agriculture-funding/" rel="nofollow">https://www.cpr.org/2025/07/10/trump-cancels-millions-agriculture-funding/</a></p><p><strong>Ishan&#39;s salutes:</strong> The <a href="http://cpj.org/" rel="nofollow">Committee to Protect Journalists</a> and <a href="https://www.sej.org/" rel="nofollow">The Society for Environmental Journalists</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one)</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 1b174808-45f3-4c42-8315-e7726c3b50d3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/cef3dbf7-6360-4ff6-a250-108738918c36 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 03:00:37 +0000 2301 no full 2-Time Academy Award Nominee Rick Goldsmith, Director of Stripped For Parts, American Journalism On The Brink 2-Time Academy Award Nominee Rick Goldsmith, Director of Stripped For Parts, American Journalism On The Brink 247 1 Mark Simon On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do, with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people. On this episode, we're joined by Rick Goldsmith. Rick is a 2-time Academy Award nominated documentary filmmaker. His most recent film, Stripped For Parts, American Journalism On The Brink is streaming on PBS.com through the end of 2025 and is scheduled for airing on many local PBS stations on October 20. We talked to Rick both about the movie and how he made it. We explored why Alden Global Capital is so dangerous and what people are doing to fight back against them. Rick also provided advice for aspiring documentary filmmakers Rick's salutes: The documentaries No Other Land and Love + War You can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one) here, Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do, with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people.

On this episode, we're joined by Rick Goldsmith. Rick is a 2-time Academy Award nominated documentary filmmaker. His most recent film, Stripped For Parts, American Journalism On The Brink is streaming on PBS.com through the end of 2025 and is scheduled for airing on many local PBS stations on October 20.

We talked to Rick both about the movie and how he made it. We explored why Alden Global Capital is so dangerous and what people are doing to fight back against them. Rick also provided advice for aspiring documentary filmmakers.

And then (35:29) we checked in with Anita Pinto, speech therapist and student newspaper advisor at Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology in New York City, who shared the growing success of the school's second-year newspaper.

Here's a link to Anita's appearance on the podcast a month ago

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749


Rick's salutes: The documentaries No Other Land and Love + War

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]]> <p>On The Journalism Salute we talk to journalists about who they are and what they do, with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy of the people.</p><p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://kovnocommunications.org/rick_goldsmith/" rel="nofollow">Rick Goldsmith</a>. Rick is a 2-time Academy Award nominated documentary filmmaker. His most recent film, <a href="https://strippedforpartsfilm.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>Stripped For Parts, American Journalism On The Brink</em></a> is <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?adurl=&ai=DChsSEwjaqr_UmZqQAxXNbkcBHesaHZkYACICCAEQABoCcXU&ase=2&category=acrcp_v1_32&cce=2&cid=CAASNuRo2K5rpML_ygE-cLkLMAZ28_V86i5PxxeH030zqzm9UIIOxKpEe17zsNBjl89XGOk-ShgrtQ&co=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3aLHBhDTARIsAIRij59PCJ-q7C8hZYw0OJ9IYczT3M7z4s8LZglFofnD5zR8QUf610__FnoaAojEEALw_wcB&nis=4&q=&sa=L&sig=AOD64_0VP5Mmg2IX4VNpQXyGZYS13qBrzg&ved=2ahUKEwiEkrjUmZqQAxWJF1kFHeRIK5MQ0Qx6BAgREAE" rel="nofollow">streaming on PBS.com</a> through the end of 2025 and is scheduled for airing on many local PBS stations on October 20.</p><p>We talked to Rick both about the movie and how he made it. We explored why Alden Global Capital is so dangerous and what people are doing to fight back against them. Rick also provided advice for aspiring documentary filmmakers.</p><p>And then (35:29) we checked in with <a href="https://www.anitapinto.com/" rel="nofollow">Anita Pinto</a>, speech therapist and student newspaper advisor at Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology in New York City, who shared the growing success of the school&#39;s <a href="https://thegatewaytimes.org/" rel="nofollow">second-year newspaper</a>.</p><p>Here&#39;s a link to Anita&#39;s appearance on the podcast a month ago</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anita-pinto-speech-therapist-journalism-club-advisor/id1526063503?i=1000727283749</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Rick&#39;s salutes:</strong> The documentaries <a href="https://releasing.dogwoof.com/no-other-land" rel="nofollow"><em>No Other Land</em></a><em> </em>and <a href="https://films.nationalgeographic.com/love-war" rel="nofollow"><em>Love + War</em></a></p><p>You can find all our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one)</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>,</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> f1056e8e-16ff-486e-8695-54a773a11418 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/82a37626-2e83-4891-b047-cb4b0bb6c68b Tue, 14 Oct 2025 03:00:15 +0000 2373 no full Gregorio Olivares Gutierrez, Editor-In-Chief: The Retrograde (UT-Dallas) Gregorio Olivares Gutierrez, Editor-In-Chief: The Retrograde (UT-Dallas) Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Gregorio Olivares Gutierrez. He is a political science and philosophy student at the University of Texas at Dallas. He's the editor-in-chief of The Retrograde, a student newspaper that operates independent of school administration.

He previously was editor-in-chief of The Mercury, which was the campus newspaper that received funding from the school, until school administration took an extremely hostile position towards the paper and local media, leading to a series of events discussed in this episode.

Gregorio talked about his journalism interest (he took an atypical path to it) and described what he and his staff have been through.

You can learn more about Gregorio and his colleagues in these articles

https://www.keranews.org/education/2024-09-18/ut-dallas-mercury-student-newspaper-strike-eic-fired

https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/ut-dallas-newspaper-ban-is-another-blow-to-freedom-on-campus-23056264

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/education/schools/ut-dallas-student-newspaper-student-groups-sue-to-block-texas-law-used-to-suppress-student-protest


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-olivares-gutierrez-12173624b/" rel="nofollow">Gregorio Olivares Gutierrez</a>. He is a political science and philosophy student at the University of Texas at Dallas. He&#39;s the editor-in-chief of <a href="http://retrogradenews.com" rel="nofollow">The Retrograde</a>, a student newspaper that operates independent of school administration.</p><p>He previously was editor-in-chief of The Mercury, which was the campus newspaper that received funding from the school, until school administration took an extremely hostile position towards the paper and local media, leading to a series of events discussed in this episode.</p><p>Gregorio talked about his journalism interest (he took an atypical path to it) and described what he and his staff have been through.</p><p>You can learn more about Gregorio and his colleagues in these articles</p><p><a href="https://www.keranews.org/education/2024-09-18/ut-dallas-mercury-student-newspaper-strike-eic-fired" rel="nofollow">https://www.keranews.org/education/2024-09-18/ut-dallas-mercury-student-newspaper-strike-eic-fired</a></p><p><a href="https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/ut-dallas-newspaper-ban-is-another-blow-to-freedom-on-campus-23056264" rel="nofollow">https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/ut-dallas-newspaper-ban-is-another-blow-to-freedom-on-campus-23056264</a></p><p><a href="https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/education/schools/ut-dallas-student-newspaper-student-groups-sue-to-block-texas-law-used-to-suppress-student-protest" rel="nofollow">https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/education/schools/ut-dallas-student-newspaper-student-groups-sue-to-block-texas-law-used-to-suppress-student-protest</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors (including this one)</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>, </p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 03a1430d-57af-49c3-9ebe-5720014f3b0c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b8aae089-8df5-484e-93aa-003536f26fc6 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 03:00:33 +0000 2695 no full Introducing: Small Press, Big Ideas, featuring an interview with Matthew Watkins, Texas Tribune Editor-in-Chief Introducing: Small Press, Big Ideas, featuring an interview with Matthew Watkins, Texas Tribune Editor-in-Chief Mark Simon Hi everyone - Wanted to alert you to another journalism podcast that you might enjoy listening to. This is a recent episode of Small Press, Big Ideas hosted by Paul Gewuerz, who owns and runs a company that produces podcasts for news organizations. Today Paul sits down with Matthew Watkins, Editor-in-Chief of The Texas Tribune, for a conversation on nonprofit journalism, civic engagement, and navigating polarization in today’s media environment. Matthew shares his journey from local Texas reporting to leading one of the nation's premier nonprofit newsrooms, and offers candid insights into what makes The Tribune unique, from its funding model and newsroom culture to its commitment to transparency and nonpartisanship. If you like it, be sure to follow it on Apple or at LocalNews.co - we'll be back with a new episode of The Journalism Salute next Tuesday. Hi everyone - Wanted to alert you to another journalism podcast that you might enjoy listening to. This is a recent episode of Small Press, Big Ideas hosted by Paul Gewuerz, who owns and runs a company that produces podcasts for news organizations. It's a podcast about the business of local news and community journalism.

Today Paul sits down with Matthew Watkins, Editor-in-Chief of The Texas Tribune, for a conversation on nonprofit journalism, civic engagement, and navigating polarization in today’s media environment. Matthew shares his journey from local Texas reporting to leading one of the nation's premier nonprofit newsrooms, and offers candid insights into what makes The Tribune unique, from its funding model and newsroom culture to its commitment to transparency and nonpartisanship.

If you like it, be sure to follow it on Apple or at LocalPod.co - we'll be back with a new episode of The Journalism Salute next Tuesday.

]]> <p>Hi everyone - Wanted to alert you to another journalism podcast that you might enjoy listening to. This is a recent episode of Small Press, Big Ideas hosted by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-gewuerz/" rel="nofollow">Paul Gewuerz</a>, who owns and runs a company that produces podcasts for news organizations. It&#39;s a podcast about the business of local news and community journalism.</p><p>Today Paul sits down with Matthew Watkins, Editor-in-Chief of <a href="http://texastribune.org" rel="nofollow">The Texas Tribune</a>, for a conversation on nonprofit journalism, civic engagement, and navigating polarization in today’s media environment. Matthew shares his journey from local Texas reporting to leading one of the nation&#39;s premier nonprofit newsrooms, and offers candid insights into what makes The Tribune unique, from its funding model and newsroom culture to its commitment to transparency and nonpartisanship.</p><p>If you like it, be sure to follow it on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/small-press-big-ideas/id1733101178" rel="nofollow">Apple </a>or at <a href="http://localpod.co" rel="nofollow">LocalPod.co</a> - we&#39;ll be back with a new episode of The Journalism Salute next Tuesday.</p> d0b8f116-c639-40b2-be04-0932fa8f96e6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/eeb72b76-1dc0-4e3e-a34b-5bcacb8fd6a8 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:00:04 +0000 1698 no full Laura Kebede-Twumasi, Producer and Host: Civil Wrongs Podcast Laura Kebede-Twumasi, Producer and Host: Civil Wrongs Podcast 245 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Laura Kebede-Twumasi. Laura is a journalist and public historian based in Virginia. She has formerly been a staff writer at the Richmond Times-Dispatch and an education reporter at Chalkbeat. From 2022 to 2025 she was a journalist in residence (and professor) at the University of Memphis, where she got her masters. During that time she launched Civil Wrongs, a podcast and series of articles investigating lynchings, deaths related to Civil Rights work and racially-motivated massacres. It spanned 21 episodes and was a collaborative effort with students in social justice classes she taught. She is a 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri and lists her job as Professional Listener. She was recommended by our recent guest, another journalist-historian, Logan Jaffe. Laura's salute: Cardinal News You can find our episode guides for teachers and professors here Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.beehiiv.com On this episode, we're joined by Laura Kebede-Twumasi. Laura is a journalist and public historian based in Virginia. She has formerly been a staff writer at the Richmond Times-Dispatch and an education reporter at Chalkbeat.

From 2022 to 2025 she was a journalist in residence (and professor) at the University of Memphis, where she got her masters, and the Institute for Public Service Reporting. During that time she launched Civil Wrongs, a podcast and series of articles investigating lynchings, deaths related to Civil Rights work and racially-motivated massacres. It spans 21 episodes (so far) and was a collaborative effort with students in social justice classes she taught.

She is a 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri and lists her job as Professional Listener.

She was recommended by our recent guest, another journalist-historian, Logan Jaffe.

Laura's salute: Cardinal News


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurakebedetwumasi/" rel="nofollow">Laura Kebede-Twumasi</a>. Laura is a journalist and public historian based in Virginia. She has formerly been a staff writer at the Richmond Times-Dispatch and an education reporter at Chalkbeat.</p><p>From 2022 to 2025 she was a journalist in residence (and professor) at the University of Memphis, where she got her masters, and the Institute for Public Service Reporting. During that time she launched <a href="https://www.psrmemphis.org/civil-wrongs/" rel="nofollow">Civil Wrongs</a>, a podcast and <a href="https://www.psrmemphis.org/author/lkebede/" rel="nofollow">series of articles</a> investigating lynchings, deaths related to Civil Rights work and racially-motivated massacres. It spans 21 episodes (so far) and was a collaborative effort with students in social justice classes she taught.</p><p>She is a 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri and lists her job as Professional Listener.</p><p>She was recommended by our recent guest, another journalist-historian, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/238-logan-jaffe-newsletter-reporter-propublica/id1526063503?i=1000722595498" rel="nofollow">Logan Jaffe</a>.</p><p><strong>Laura&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://cardinalnews.org/" rel="nofollow">Cardinal News</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can find all our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>, and you can find the one for this episode <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sXuXBNhG8gQ3pEbRb6JiZzX579U97q6o/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.beehiiv.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> 408701ed-f6c9-4400-aa51-8be503a048c1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c2f5441b-2ae8-4181-97eb-c4c2d077ec6c Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:00:42 +0000 2366 no full Ana Valdez, Multimedia Reporter, KWCH-TV (Kansas) Ana Valdez, Multimedia Reporter, KWCH-TV (Kansas) Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Ana Valdez. Ana is a multimedia journalist for KWCH-12 TV in Wichita, Kansas. Ana, a native of Bolivia, describes herself as dedicated to sharing bilingual stories, believing that journalism should create impact and that language should be a bridge, not a barrier. Ana shared her career path and gave examples of her work ranging from covering immigration and other political issues in Kansas to local news like the birth of a hippo or a local pinball league. She had advice for aspiring journalists, applicable given that she was one herself not long ago (she's a graduate of Emporia State and CUNY-Newmark). Story example: https://www.kwch.com/2025/07/26/wichita-schools-reassure-families-immigration-concerns-rise/ Ana's salutes: The National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Leila Medina of the New York Times, and Charlie Spicer of the Committee to Protect Journalists (who recommended Ana for this episode). You can find our episode guides for teachers and professors here Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Ana Valdez. Ana is a multimedia journalist for KWCH-12 TV in Wichita, Kansas. Ana, a native of Bolivia, describes herself as dedicated to sharing bilingual stories, believing that journalism should create impact and that language should be a bridge, not a barrier.

Ana shared her career path and gave examples of her work ranging from covering immigration and other political issues in Kansas to local news like the birth of a hippo or a local pinball league. She had advice for aspiring journalists, applicable given that she was one herself not long ago (she's a graduate of Emporia State and CUNY-Newmark).

Story example:

https://www.kwch.com/2025/07/26/wichita-schools-reassure-families-immigration-concerns-rise/

Ana's salutes: The National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Leila Medina of the New York Times, and Charlie Spicer of the Committee to Protect Journalists (who recommended Ana for this episode).

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-valdez-saravia/details/experience/" rel="nofollow">Ana Valdez</a>. Ana is a multimedia journalist for <a href="https://www.kwch.com/" rel="nofollow">KWCH-12 TV</a> in Wichita, Kansas. Ana, a native of Bolivia, describes herself as dedicated to sharing bilingual stories, believing that journalism should create impact and that language should be a bridge, not a barrier.</p><p>Ana shared her career path and gave <a href="https://www.kplctv.com/authors/AnaValdez/" rel="nofollow">examples of her work</a> ranging from covering immigration and other political issues in Kansas to local news like the birth of a hippo or a local pinball league. She had advice for aspiring journalists, applicable given that she was one herself not long ago (she&#39;s a graduate of Emporia State and CUNY-Newmark).</p><p><strong>Story example:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.kwch.com/2025/07/26/wichita-schools-reassure-families-immigration-concerns-rise/" rel="nofollow">https://www.kwch.com/2025/07/26/wichita-schools-reassure-families-immigration-concerns-rise/</a></p><p><strong>Ana&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="http://nahj.org/" rel="nofollow">The National Association of Hispanic Journalists</a>, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/by/leila-medina" rel="nofollow">Leila Medina</a> of the New York Times, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-spicer-232b08123" rel="nofollow">Charlie Spicer</a> of the Committee to Protect Journalists (who recommended Ana for this episode).</p><p>You can find our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 0b34c8a8-da85-4a28-af27-1c1acc8941f4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5aff7a7e-7b71-4f72-a43c-327985a7d6ca Tue, 23 Sep 2025 03:00:20 +0000 1875 no full Anita Pinto, Speech Therapist & Journalism Club Advisor Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology Anita Pinto, Speech Therapist & Journalism Club Advisor Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology 243 1 Mark Simon On this special edition of The Journalism Salute, we talk to Anita Pinto, a speech therapist for  Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology, a high school in Manhattan in which she started a journalism club last year. Anita is going to check in with us once a month to let us know how her club is doing, the challenges the students face, and the things they learn. We thank the non-profit Press Pass NYC for connecting us with her. Press Pass is supporting the efforts of Anita and other journalism educators starting new programs throughout New York City. In this episode, Anita introduced us to her school and club and explained why she started the program. She shared what Year 1 was like and what her expectations are for Year 2. Look for more updates from Anita throughout the school year. Anita's salute: Kevin Benoit, founder Parlé Magazine You can find our episode guides for teachers and professors here Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this special edition of The Journalism Salute, we talk to Anita Pinto, a speech therapist for Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology, a high school in Manhattan in which she started a journalism club last year.

Anita is going to check in with us once a month to let us know how her club is doing, the challenges the students face, and the things they learn. We thank the non-profit Press Pass NYC for connecting us with her. Press Pass is supporting the efforts of Anita and other journalism educators starting new programs throughout New York City.

In this episode, Anita introduced us to her school and club and explained why she started the program. She shared what Year 1 was like and what her expectations are for Year 2. Look for more updates from Anita throughout the school year.

School Newspaper: The Gateway Times

Anita's salute: Kevin Benoit, founder Parlé Magazine

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]]> <p>On this special edition of The Journalism Salute, we talk to Anita Pinto, a speech therapist for <a href="https://www.theuagway.org/" rel="nofollow">Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology</a>, a high school in Manhattan in which she started a journalism club last year.</p><p>Anita is going to check in with us once a month to let us know how her club is doing, the challenges the students face, and the things they learn. We thank the non-profit <a href="http://presspassnyc.org/" rel="nofollow">Press Pass NYC</a> for connecting us with her. Press Pass is supporting the efforts of Anita and other journalism educators starting new programs throughout New York City.</p><p>In this episode, Anita introduced us to her school and club and explained why she started the program. She shared what Year 1 was like and what her expectations are for Year 2. Look for more updates from Anita throughout the school year.</p><p><strong>School Newspaper:</strong> <a href="https://thegatewaytimes.org/" rel="nofollow">The Gateway Times</a></p><p><strong>Anita&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-benoit-mba/" rel="nofollow">Kevin Benoit</a>, founder <a href="https://parlemag.com/" rel="nofollow">Parlé Magazine</a></p><p>You can find our <strong>episode guides for teachers and professors</strong> <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1neH14NxXfzBLRw7oV8hbE0_nczXE6T90/edit?ouid=112218086091753666773&rtpof=true&sd=true&usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Bluesky</strong> at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 806127eb-80a6-4cd4-8d45-cc4edfd83a49 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b3d091bc-3d2f-48a1-9bae-ac5ae4faf73c Thu, 18 Sep 2025 03:30:10 +0000 912 no full Cara Kuhlman, Founder: Future Tides; Also KNKX Public Radio, Seattle Cara Kuhlman, Founder: Future Tides; Also KNKX Public Radio, Seattle 242 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Cara Kuhlman. Cara is the director of digital strategy and products for KNXX Public Radio in Seattle. She is also the founder of Future Tides, which provides news for people who work, play, and live on the Pacific Northwest's waterways. I'm interested in that in particular because Cara is doing some clever things to engage with her readership, including using her expertise to give tours to local residents. Cara talked about how she started this project from scratch and how she's built it over the last few years. She spoke about what she's done with her tours and how she's planning to help others who want to give tours to their community. She also shared the organizations that have been helpful to her, which includes a program at CUNY-Newmark, Lion Publishers, and Tiny News Collective. Cara's salute: Monica Nickelsburg, KUOW-FM reporter Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Cara Kuhlman. Cara is the director of digital strategy and products for KNKX Public Radio in Seattle. She is also the founder of Future Tides, which provides news for people who work, play, and live on the Pacific Northwest's waterways.

I'm interested in that in particular because Cara is doing some clever things to engage with her readership, including using her expertise to give tours to local residents.

Cara talked about how she started this project from scratch and how she's built it over the last few years. She spoke about what she's done with her tours and how she's planning to help others who want to give tours to their community. She also shared the organizations that have been helpful to her, which includes a program at CUNY-Newmark, Lion Publishers, and Tiny News Collective.

Cara's salute: Monica Nickelsburg, KUOW-FM reporter

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carakuhlman" rel="nofollow">Cara Kuhlman</a>. Cara is the director of digital strategy and products for <a href="https://www.knkx.org/" rel="nofollow">KNKX Public Radio</a> in Seattle. She is also the founder of <a href="https://www.futuretides.org/about/" rel="nofollow">Future Tides</a>, which provides news for people who work, play, and live on the Pacific Northwest&#39;s waterways.</p><p>I&#39;m interested in that in particular because Cara is doing some clever things to engage with her readership, including using her expertise to <a href="https://rjionline.org/news/walking-tours-for-community-engagement/" rel="nofollow">give tours to local residents</a>.</p><p>Cara talked about how she started this project from scratch and how she&#39;s built it over the last few years. She spoke about what she&#39;s done with her tours and <a href="https://rjionline.org/news/why-walking-tours-offer-another-medium-for-local-journalism/" rel="nofollow">how she&#39;s planning to help others</a> who want to give tours to their community. She also shared the organizations that have been helpful to her, which includes a program at <a href="https://www.journalism.cuny.edu/2021/03/journalism-creators-program-announces-spring-2021-class/" rel="nofollow">CUNY-Newmark</a>, <a href="https://lionpublishers.com/" rel="nofollow">Lion Publishers</a>, and <a href="https://www.tinynewsco.org/" rel="nofollow">Tiny News Collective</a>.</p><p><strong>Cara&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/monica-nickelsburg" rel="nofollow">Monica Nickelsburg</a>, KUOW-FM reporter</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong> Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong> Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong> Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.beehiiv.com</a></p> d0186755-0eb0-4692-9351-10e7ca6d2f67 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/10716125-2f1f-44ec-8a3a-092980dd579a Tue, 16 Sep 2025 03:00:59 +0000 1956 no full Elisha Brown: Reproductive Rights Newsletter Writer, States Newsroom Elisha Brown: Reproductive Rights Newsletter Writer, States Newsroom 241 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Elisha Brown. Elisha is the Reproductive Rights Today Newsletter for the non-profit States Newsroom. She's based in Durham, North Carolina and is a 2017 graduate of American University in Washington D.C. She worked for some prominent newsrooms prior to her current job, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Daily Beast. Elisha talked about those jobs and her current work. She gave examples of the type of stories she covers and explained the other things that go into producing the newsletter. She shared how the coverage of this issue goes well beyond just covering abortion. Elisha's salute: The 19th Examples of her writing: Texas man sues California doctor over mailing abortion pills Baby bonds economist says so-called Trump accounts ‘co-opted a good idea’ What top IVF advocates want from the White House fertility care plan Momnibus Act aims to improve maternal health nationally despite budget cuts Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Elisha Brown. Elisha is the Reproductive Rights Today Newsletter for the non-profit States Newsroom. She's based in Durham, North Carolina and is a 2017 graduate of American University in Washington D.C. She worked for some prominent newsrooms prior to her current job, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Daily Beast.

Elisha talked about those jobs and her current work. She gave examples of the type of stories she covers and explained the other things that go into producing the newsletter. She shared how the coverage of this issue goes well beyond just covering abortion.

Elisha's salute: The 19th

Examples of her writing:

Texas man sues California doctor over mailing abortion pills

Baby bonds economist says so-called Trump accounts ‘co-opted a good idea’

What top IVF advocates want from the White House fertility care plan

Momnibus Act aims to improve maternal health nationally despite budget cuts

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.elishacbrown.com/" rel="nofollow">Elisha Brown</a>. Elisha is the<a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/newsletter/reproductive-rights-today" rel="nofollow"> Reproductive Rights Today</a> Newsletter for the non-profit <a href="https://statesnewsroom.com/" rel="nofollow">States Newsroom</a>. She&#39;s based in Durham, North Carolina and is a 2017 graduate of American University in Washington D.C. She worked for some prominent newsrooms prior to her current job, including <em>The New York Times</em>, <em>The Atlantic, </em>and <em>The Daily Beast</em>.</p><p>Elisha talked about those jobs and her current work. She gave examples of the type of stories she covers and explained the other things that go into producing the newsletter. She shared how the coverage of this issue goes well beyond just covering abortion.</p><p><strong>Elisha&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://19thnews.org/" rel="nofollow">The 19th</a></p><p><strong>Examples of her writing:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/texas-man-sues-california-doctor-over-mailing-abortion-pills" rel="nofollow">Texas man sues California doctor over mailing abortion pills</a></p><p><a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/baby-bonds-economist-says-so-called-trump-accounts-co-opted-good-idea" rel="nofollow">Baby bonds economist says so-called Trump accounts ‘co-opted a good idea’</a></p><p><a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/what-top-ivf-advocates-want-white-house-fertility-care-plan" rel="nofollow">What top IVF advocates want from the White House fertility care plan</a></p><p><a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/momnibus-act-aims-improve-maternal-health-nationally-despite-budget-cuts" rel="nofollow">Momnibus Act aims to improve maternal health nationally despite budget cuts</a></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 1760e1a7-bbc6-4c55-8ced-1e77abce8be6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4e9c8b77-c926-4ae7-a05d-ec3e84df3f49 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 03:00:28 +0000 2254 no full 35-year feature writer and book author John Glionna 35-year feature writer and book author John Glionna 240 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by a great longform feature writer, John Glionna. John is a longtime journalist – older than most of our guests (he's in his 60s). He spent 35 years in newspapers including 26 at the Los Angeles Times. He's been based in different places around the world, including Seoul, South Korea and Las Vegas. This interview is intended to pick John's brain on what goes into writing features about some of the most interesting and unusual people you'll ever encounter. We discuss several of his past features, which are excerpted in his new book, Rebels and Outliers, Real Stories of the American West. There are a lot of good lessons for aspiring journalists on everything from writing ledes to what can be gained from reading your work aloud. John's blog: https://www.johnglionna.com/blog Article examples: The Bridge Jumper – https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2005-may-23-me-jumper23-story.html The Lonesome Phone Booth https://www.mediafire.com/file/xnr8uqryadrdt3b/19960223_OC_Register_Lonesome_Phone_has_the_ring_of_a_Desert_Landmark.pdf/file John's salute: The current staff of the Los Angeles Times Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by a great longform feature writer, John Glionna. John is a longtime journalist – older than most of our guests (he's in his 60s). He spent 35 years in newspapers including 26 at the Los Angeles Times. He's been based in different places around the world, including Seoul, South Korea and Las Vegas.

This interview is intended to pick John's brain on what goes into writing features about some of the most interesting and unusual people you'll ever encounter. We discuss several of his past features, which are excerpted in his new book, Rebels and Outliers, Real Stories of the American West. There are a lot of good lessons for aspiring journalists on everything from writing ledes to what can be gained from reading your work aloud.

John's blog: https://www.johnglionna.com/blog

Article examples:

The Bridge Jumper –

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2005-may-23-me-jumper23-story.html

The Lonesome Phone Booth

https://www.mediafire.com/file/xnr8uqryadrdt3b/19960223_OC_Register_Lonesome_Phone_has_the_ring_of_a_Desert_Landmark.pdf/file

John's salute: The current staff of the Los Angeles Times

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by a great longform feature writer, <a href="http://www.johnglionna.com/" rel="nofollow">John Glionna</a>. John is a longtime journalist – older than most of our guests (he&#39;s in his 60s). He spent 35 years in newspapers including 26 at the <em>Los Angeles Times</em>. He&#39;s been based in different places around the world, including Seoul, South Korea and Las Vegas.</p><p>This interview is intended to pick John&#39;s brain on what goes into writing features about some of the most interesting and unusual people you&#39;ll ever encounter. We discuss several of his past features, which are excerpted in his new book, <em>Rebels and Outliers, Real Stories of the American West. </em>There are a lot of good lessons for aspiring journalists on everything from writing ledes to what can be gained from reading your work aloud.</p><p><strong>John&#39;s blog:</strong> <a href="https://www.johnglionna.com/blog" rel="nofollow">https://www.johnglionna.com/blog</a></p><p><strong>Article examples: </strong></p><p>The Bridge Jumper –</p><p><a href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2005-may-23-me-jumper23-story.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2005-may-23-me-jumper23-story.html</a></p><p>The Lonesome Phone Booth</p><p><a href="https://www.mediafire.com/file/xnr8uqryadrdt3b/19960223_OC_Register_Lonesome_Phone_has_the_ring_of_a_Desert_Landmark.pdf/file" rel="nofollow">https://www.mediafire.com/file/xnr8uqryadrdt3b/19960223_OC_Register_Lonesome_Phone_has_the_ring_of_a_Desert_Landmark.pdf/file</a></p><p><strong>John&#39;s salute</strong>: The current staff of the <em>Los Angeles Times</em></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 9f02307c-f643-40e6-bd04-deebd1d9f62c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9ed800f9-2aeb-42e4-b5c3-21be40e172dd Tue, 02 Sep 2025 03:00:14 +0000 2485 no full Laura Robertson, Reporter, Formerly of The Nome Nugget (Alaska) Laura Robertson, Reporter, Formerly of The Nome Nugget (Alaska) Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Laura Robertson. Laura just completed a stint as a writer for The Nome Nugget – that's Nome as in Nome, Alaska – and the Nugget is an award-winning weekly that serves a population of 3,700 in western Alaska. It is Alaska's oldest newspaper. She is a graduate of Princeton University. As she prepares to start a new job she talked about her experience both with the Nugget and in freelance writing. She shared examples of stories she's written (including an award-winning piece before going to Nome). She described what Nome is like and what kind of stories she covered. She also had some profound observations about what it's like to be an early-career journalist in 2025. Article examples New York Press Club award-winning piece https://nysfocus.com/2024/07/18/primecare-private-medical-contractor-jail-deaths Gold mining story https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvSugUUYYa6gUnJ6BrexfoSpzrxt9jiW/view Laura can sing too - jazz and opera Laura's salutes: Laurelai Ivanoff High Country News; Anna Lionis, Diana Haecker, and Nils Hahn of The Nome Nugget Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Laura Robertson. Laura just completed a stint as a writer for The Nome Nugget – that's Nome as in Nome, Alaska – and the Nugget is an award-winning weekly that serves a population of 3,700 in western Alaska. It is Alaska's oldest newspaper. She is a graduate of Princeton University.

As she prepares to start a new job she talked about her experience both with the Nugget and in freelance writing. She shared examples of stories she's written (including an award-winning piece before going to Nome). She described what Nome is like and what kind of stories she covered.

She also had some profound observations about what it's like to be an early-career journalist in 2025.

Article examples

New York Press Club award-winning piece

https://nysfocus.com/2024/07/18/primecare-private-medical-contractor-jail-deaths

Gold mining story

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvSugUUYYa6gUnJ6BrexfoSpzrxt9jiW/view

Laura can sing too - jazz and opera

Laura's salutes: Laurelai Ivanoff High Country News; Anna Lionis, Diana Haecker, and Nils Hahn of The Nome Nugget


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://laurajoycerobertson.com/" rel="nofollow">Laura Robertson</a>. Laura just completed a stint as a writer for <a href="https://www.nomenugget.com/" rel="nofollow">The Nome Nugget</a> – that&#39;s Nome as in Nome, Alaska – and the Nugget is an award-winning weekly that serves a population of 3,700 in western Alaska. It is Alaska&#39;s oldest newspaper. She is a graduate of Princeton University.</p><p>As she prepares to start a new job she talked about her experience both with the Nugget and in freelance writing. She shared examples of stories she&#39;s written (including an award-winning piece before going to Nome). She described what Nome is like and what kind of stories she covered.</p><p>She also had some profound observations about what it&#39;s like to be an early-career journalist in 2025.</p><p><u>Article examples</u></p><p><strong>New York Press Club award-winning piece</strong></p><p><a href="https://nysfocus.com/2024/07/18/primecare-private-medical-contractor-jail-deaths" rel="nofollow">https://nysfocus.com/2024/07/18/primecare-private-medical-contractor-jail-deaths</a></p><p><strong>Gold mining story</strong></p><p><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvSugUUYYa6gUnJ6BrexfoSpzrxt9jiW/view" rel="nofollow">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvSugUUYYa6gUnJ6BrexfoSpzrxt9jiW/view</a></p><p><strong>Laura can sing too</strong> - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18413604034045939/" rel="nofollow">jazz and opera</a></p><p><strong>Laura&#39;s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://www.hcn.org/author/laureli-ivanoff/" rel="nofollow">Laurelai Ivanoff</a> High Country News; Anna Lionis, Diana Haecker, and Nils Hahn of <a href="https://www.nomenugget.com/" rel="nofollow">The Nome Nugget</a></p><p><br></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> f60e292f-7b02-483f-bb21-3d5e4668e49d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/53e3c38a-a075-4aea-a734-00c4fff42236 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:00:09 +0000 1835 no full Logan Jaffe, Newsletter Reporter, ProPublica Logan Jaffe, Newsletter Reporter, ProPublica 238 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Logan Jaffe. Logan is based in Chicago and is a reporter for ProPublica focusing on newsletters. She's been there for 8 years and her work often centers on using historical research to tell stories about the present. She is a 2011 grad of the University of Florida and is pursuing a masters in public/applied history from Loyola, Chicago. Logan recently wrote about the floods in Kerr County, Texas, and how oral histories existed that refuted the idea that you couldn't have predicted such an event would happen there. Other examples of things she's written in other jobs include researching the murder of a Black baseball manager in the 1920s to provide answers to his descendants, and telling the story of her experience with racist household objects. Logan talked about how she does her work and why history is so important to her. Logan's salute: Laura Kebede-Twumasi, public historian Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Logan Jaffe. Logan is based in Chicago and is a reporter for ProPublica focusing on newsletters. She's been there for 8 years and her work often centers on using historical research to tell stories about the present. She is a 2011 grad of the University of Florida and is pursuing a masters in public/applied history from Loyola, Chicago.

Logan recently wrote about the floods in Kerr County, Texas, and how oral histories existed that refuted the idea that you couldn't have predicted such an event would happen there. Other examples of things she's written in other jobs include researching the murder of a Black baseball manager in the 1920s to provide answers to his descendants, and telling the story of her experience with racist household objects.

Logan talked about how she does her work and why history is so important to her.

Logan's salute: Laura Kebede-Twumasi, public historian

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-jaffe-5bba5a4a/" rel="nofollow">Logan Jaffe</a>. Logan is based in Chicago and is a reporter for ProPublica focusing on newsletters. She&#39;s been there for 8 years and her work often centers on using historical research to tell stories about the present. She is a 2011 grad of the University of Florida and is pursuing a masters in public/applied history from Loyola, Chicago.</p><p>Logan <a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/texas-floods-oral-histories" rel="nofollow">recently wrote about the floods in Kerr County, Texas</a>, and how oral histories existed that refuted the idea that you couldn&#39;t have predicted such an event would happen there. Other examples of things she&#39;s written in other jobs include <a href="https://www.wbez.org/curious-city/2016/05/30/the-killing-of-fred-goree-a-white-cop-a-buick-and-segregation-in-the-age-of-negro-league-baseball" rel="nofollow">researching the murder of a Black baseball manager in</a> the 1920s to provide answers to his descendants, and <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/07/us/confronting-my-racist-object.html" rel="nofollow">telling the story of her experience with racist household objects</a>.</p><p>Logan talked about how she does her work and why history is so important to her.</p><p><strong>Logan&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurakebedetwumasi/" rel="nofollow">Laura Kebede-Twumasi</a>, public historian</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> cd02679f-a969-427d-9b21-a69abfb29bbc https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/07001d0b-17ee-42d7-8271-db477fe87849 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 03:00:28 +0000 2264 no full Bryan Vance, Founder: Stumptown Savings Bryan Vance, Founder: Stumptown Savings 237 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Bryan Vance. Bryan is the founder of Stumptown Savings, a newsletter and website that helps the people of Portland Oregon shop for food smarter. This is a chance for us to talk about creator-model journalism and service journalism. Bryan talked about the motivation for starting Stumptown Savings (a combination of a Nieman Lab article and getting laid off), what he aims to offer his readers, the creator-model as a way of producing journalism, and much more. Story examples https://stumptownsavings.com/p/grocery-price-stress-portland-oregon-community-solutions https://stumptownsavings.com/p/portland-oregon-grocery-deals-july-31-aug-5-hatch-chile-verde Bryan's salute: Copper and Heat Podcast Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.comOn this episode, we're joined by Bryan Vance. Bryan is the founder of Stumptown Savings, a newsletter and website that helps the people of Portland Oregon shop for food smarter. This is a chance for us to talk about creator-model journalism and service journalism. Bryan talked about the motivation for starting Stumptown Savings (a combination of a Nieman Lab article and getting laid off), what he aims to offer his readers, the creator-model as a way of producing journalism, and much more. Story examples https://stumptownsavings.com/p/grocery-price-stress-portland-oregon-community-solutions https://stumptownsavings.com/p/portland-oregon-grocery-deals-july-31-aug-5-hatch-chile-verde Bryan's salute: Copper and Heat Podcast Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Bryan Vance.

Bryan is the founder of Stumptown Savings, a newsletter and website that helps the people of Portland Oregon shop for food smarter. This is a chance for us to talk about creator-model journalism and service journalism.

Bryan talked about the motivation for starting Stumptown Savings (a combination of a Nieman Lab article and getting laid off), what he aims to offer his readers, the creator-model as a way of producing journalism, and much more.

Story examples

https://stumptownsavings.com/p/grocery-price-stress-portland-oregon-community-solutions

https://stumptownsavings.com/p/portland-oregon-grocery-deals-july-31-aug-5-hatch-chile-verde

Bryan's salute: Copper and Heat Podcast

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanmvance" rel="nofollow">Bryan Vance</a>.</p><p>Bryan is the founder of <a href="https://stumptownsavings.com/" rel="nofollow">Stumptown Savings</a>, a newsletter and website that helps the people of Portland Oregon shop for food smarter. This is a chance for us to talk about creator-model journalism and service journalism.</p><p>Bryan talked about the motivation for starting Stumptown Savings (a combination of a Nieman Lab article and getting laid off), what he aims to offer his readers, the creator-model as a way of producing journalism, and much more.</p><p><u>Story examples</u></p><p><a href="https://stumptownsavings.com/p/grocery-price-stress-portland-oregon-community-solutions" rel="nofollow">https://stumptownsavings.com/p/grocery-price-stress-portland-oregon-community-solutions</a></p><p><a href="https://stumptownsavings.com/p/portland-oregon-grocery-deals-july-31-aug-5-hatch-chile-verde" rel="nofollow">https://stumptownsavings.com/p/portland-oregon-grocery-deals-july-31-aug-5-hatch-chile-verde</a></p><p><strong>Bryan&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.copperandheat.com/" rel="nofollow">Copper and Heat Podcast</a></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 6845d3d5-d2a6-4e27-b477-6be19418498f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/23c6fbff-d880-4769-a8bf-5f0571e0c912 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 03:00:50 +0000 2145 no full Jai Smith, Founder and Editor-in-Chief: Lehigh Daily Jai Smith, Founder and Editor-in-Chief: Lehigh Daily 236 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Jai Smith. Jai is the founder and editor-in-chief of Lehigh Daily. Lehigh Daily is a hyperlocal newsroom covering my community- the Lehigh Valley part of Pennsylvania. It has a presence not just as a website but as an Instagram account with 24,000 followers and a TikTok with 28,000 followers. And it's just over a year old. Jai explained why he started the newsroom, how he and a small staff pursue stories and videos, and what he hopes this project will eventually become. Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Jai Smith. Jai is the founder and editor-in-chief of Lehigh Daily. Lehigh Daily is a hyperlocal newsroom covering my community- the Lehigh Valley part of Pennsylvania. It has a presence not just as a website but as an Instagram account with 24,000 followers and a TikTok with 28,000 followers. And it's just over a year old.

Jai explained why he started the newsroom, how he and a small staff pursue stories and videos, and what he hopes this project will eventually become.

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jai-smith" rel="nofollow">Jai Smith</a>. Jai is the founder and editor-in-chief of <a href="http://lehighdaily.com" rel="nofollow">Lehigh Daily.</a> Lehigh Daily is a hyperlocal newsroom covering my community- the Lehigh Valley part of Pennsylvania. It has a presence not just as a website but as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehighdaily/" rel="nofollow">an Instagram account </a>with 24,000 followers and a <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lehighdaily" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> with 28,000 followers. And it&#39;s just over a year old.</p><p>Jai explained why he started the newsroom, how he and a small staff pursue stories and videos, and what he hopes this project will eventually become.</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> a74a6764-8c29-4734-8fa9-1bbd2d0ef252 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2ab9d7e1-84a9-45ff-b296-e215376e8fc9 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 03:00:07 +0000 1515 no full Veda Thangudu, Student Mentor - Youth Environmental Press Team Veda Thangudu, Student Mentor - Youth Environmental Press Team 235 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Veda Thangudu. Veda will be a sophomore biology major at Purdue this fall. Veda is a part of the Youth Environmental Press Team (YEPT), an organization whose goal is to elevate the voices of middle school, high school, and college journalists writing about the environment and the climate crisis. The program exists in 7 states. Students are paid to participate. Veda has been a writer and is a director, so she helps run the program. She's been with them for 4 years under the mentorship of former journalist Jim Poyser. Veda explained how YEPT works, shared examples of the stories she writes and described how she mentors other student writers. Examples of Veda's stories can be found here https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/youth-involvement-in-environmental-protection?rq=veda https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/willow-project-approved-striking-controversies?rq=veda For more on YEPT, visit http://www.yept.org/ Veda's salute: Covering Climate Now Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.org Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Veda Thangudu. Veda will be a sophomore biology major at Purdue this fall.

Veda is a part of the Youth Environmental Press Team (YEPT), an organization whose goal is to elevate the voices of middle school, high school, and college journalists writing about the environment and the climate crisis. The program exists in 7 states. Students are paid to participate.

Veda has been a writer and is a director, so she helps run the program. She's been with them for 4 years under the mentorship of former journalist Jim Poyser.

Veda explained how YEPT works, shared examples of the stories she writes and described how she mentors other student writers.

Examples of Veda's stories can be found here

https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/youth-involvement-in-environmental-protection?rq=veda

https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/willow-project-approved-striking-controversies?rq=veda

For more on YEPT, visit http://www.yept.org/

Veda's salute: Covering Climate Now


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by Veda Thangudu. Veda will be a sophomore biology major at Purdue this fall.</p><p>Veda is a part of the <a href="http://www.yept.org/" rel="nofollow">Youth Environmental Press Team</a> (YEPT), an organization whose goal is to elevate the voices of middle school, high school, and college journalists writing about the environment and the climate crisis. The program exists in 7 states. Students are paid to participate.</p><p>Veda has been a writer and is a director, so she helps run the program. She&#39;s been with them for 4 years under the mentorship of former journalist <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-poyser-48a4633/" rel="nofollow">Jim Poyser</a>.</p><p>Veda explained how YEPT works, shared examples of the stories she writes and described how she mentors other student writers.</p><p>Examples of Veda&#39;s stories can be found here</p><p><a href="https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/youth-involvement-in-environmental-protection?rq=veda" rel="nofollow">https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/youth-involvement-in-environmental-protection?rq=veda</a></p><p><a href="https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/willow-project-approved-striking-controversies?rq=veda" rel="nofollow">https://www.yept.org/latest-stories/willow-project-approved-striking-controversies?rq=veda</a></p><p>For more on YEPT, visit <a href="http://www.yept.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.yept.org/</a></p><p><strong>Veda&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://coveringclimatenow.org/" rel="nofollow">Covering Climate Now</a></p><p><br></p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org/" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> ce5278f5-8e6f-4951-9ae6-7d7677c3cbad https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0baa7ec5-ebfe-482d-86a7-6f6dcac2d108 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:00:16 +0000 1800 no full Angilee Shah, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Charlottesville Tomorrow Angilee Shah, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Charlottesville Tomorrow 234 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Angilee Shah. Angilee is the CEO and editor-in-chief of Charlottesville Tomorrow, a non-profit newsroom in Charlottesville, Virginia. A couple of years ago we interviewed someone from that newsroom, Erin O'Hare, in an interview that I've cited in every presentation I've done to students since. So I thought it would be good to talk to someone else from this organization. Angilee is a thought leader in the industry (definitely worth a follow on LinkedIn) who has 20 years of journalism experience. She's a grad of Cal-Berkeley, class of 2004. In our discussion, she talked about her introduction to journalism,, what it was like to work for The World, covering international news, and why she transitioned to local news. She explained how her organization covers the area and connects with the local community. And she offered advice for aspiring journalists ("embrace the struggle"). Work examples Charlottesville's Housing Resource Guide https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/charlottesville-and-albemarle-county-housing-resources-guide/ Yogaville's Toxic Work Environment https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/she-left-yogaville-because-of-its-toxic-environment-but-wants-to-keep-telling-the-stories-of-survivors/ What Reporters Get Wrong About Immigration https://www.angileeshah.com/2018/10/14/covering-immigration-what-reporters-get-wrong-and-how-to-get-it-right/ Angilee's Salute: Documented (immigration news website) Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Angilee Shah. Angilee is the CEO and editor-in-chief of Charlottesville Tomorrow, a non-profit newsroom in Charlottesville, Virginia.

A couple of years ago we interviewed someone from that newsroom, Erin O'Hare, in an interview that I've cited in every presentation I've done to students since. So I thought it would be good to talk to someone else from this organization.

Angilee is a thought leader in the industry (definitely worth a follow on LinkedIn) who has 20 years of journalism experience. She's a grad of Cal-Berkeley, class of 2004.

In our discussion, she talked about her introduction to journalism,, what it was like to work for The World, covering international news, and why she transitioned to local news. She explained how her organization covers the area and connects with the local community. And she offered advice for aspiring journalists ("embrace the struggle").

Work examples

Charlottesville's Housing Resource Guide

https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/charlottesville-and-albemarle-county-housing-resources-guide/

Yogaville's Toxic Work Environment

https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/she-left-yogaville-because-of-its-toxic-environment-but-wants-to-keep-telling-the-stories-of-survivors/

What Reporters Get Wrong About Immigration

https://www.angileeshah.com/2018/10/14/covering-immigration-what-reporters-get-wrong-and-how-to-get-it-right/

Angilee's Salute: Documented (immigration news website)

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.angileeshah.com/" rel="nofollow">Angilee Shah</a>. Angilee is the CEO and editor-in-chief of <a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/" rel="nofollow">Charlottesville Tomorrow</a>, a non-profit newsroom in Charlottesville, Virginia.</p><p>A couple of years ago we interviewed someone from that newsroom, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2siuzogDGxQE6wjKLb2O0D?dlsi=7ceab396f42a441b&go=1&nd=1&si=Z8e_MTksQzm_Ap9zGiaivg&sp_cid=d3b4ff3afd9e31e5e86f0636066afced&utm_medium=desktop&utm_source=embed_player_p" rel="nofollow">Erin O&#39;Hare</a>, in an interview that I&#39;ve cited in every presentation I&#39;ve done to students since. So I thought it would be good to talk to someone else from this organization.</p><p>Angilee is a thought leader in the industry (definitely worth a follow on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/angileeshah/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>) who has 20 years of journalism experience. She&#39;s a grad of Cal-Berkeley, class of 2004.</p><p>In our discussion, she talked about her introduction to journalism,, what it was like to work for The World, covering international news, and why she transitioned to local news. She explained how her organization covers the area and connects with the local community. And she offered advice for aspiring journalists (&#34;embrace the struggle&#34;).</p><p><u>Work examples</u></p><p><strong>Charlottesville&#39;s Housing Resource Guide</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/charlottesville-and-albemarle-county-housing-resources-guide/" rel="nofollow">https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/charlottesville-and-albemarle-county-housing-resources-guide/</a></p><p><strong>Yogaville&#39;s Toxic Work Environment</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/she-left-yogaville-because-of-its-toxic-environment-but-wants-to-keep-telling-the-stories-of-survivors/" rel="nofollow">https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/she-left-yogaville-because-of-its-toxic-environment-but-wants-to-keep-telling-the-stories-of-survivors/</a></p><p><strong>What Reporters Get Wrong About Immigration</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.angileeshah.com/2018/10/14/covering-immigration-what-reporters-get-wrong-and-how-to-get-it-right/" rel="nofollow">https://www.angileeshah.com/2018/10/14/covering-immigration-what-reporters-get-wrong-and-how-to-get-it-right/</a></p><p><strong>Angilee&#39;s Salute</strong>: <a href="https://documentedny.com/" rel="nofollow">Documented</a> (immigration news website)</p><p>Please support your local public radio station: <a href="http://adoptastation.org" rel="nofollow">adoptastation.org</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 182d341f-79cc-4aa7-af17-23bb751d2d5e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e4dd5c35-3c7f-447c-8950-6e8377b3afbc Tue, 22 Jul 2025 03:00:27 +0000 1852 no full Hanaa' Tameez: Staff Writer for Nieman Lab Hanaa' Tameez: Staff Writer for Nieman Lab 233 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Hanaa' Tameez. Hanaa' is a staff writer for Nieman Journalism Lab at Harvard University. Hanaa' and Nieman report on the future of journalism. She previously worked for the Fort Worth Star Telegram as its diversity reporter (one example here). Hanaa is a 2016 graduate of Stony Brook Univesity, where she was editor in chief of the school paper. She has a masters in Spanish language journalism from CUNY Newmark Graduate School. She is Pakistani-American and speaks 3 languages. Hanaa' talked about the types of stories she covers, everything from author Q&A's to clever ways newsrooms use language to teach climate policy, to the development of a news aggregator/dating app. She shared the challenges of working in the industry and how taking a class on the business of news changed her perspective for the better. Her biggest piece of advice to future journos: read about developments in the industry! Hanaa's salute: Journalists everywhere who are putting the public's right to know above their own safety. Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Hanaa' Tameez. Hanaa' is a staff writer for Nieman Journalism Lab at Harvard University. Hanaa' and Nieman report on the future of journalism. She previously worked for the Fort Worth Star Telegram as its diversity reporter (one example here). Hanaa is a 2016 graduate of Stony Brook University, where she was editor in chief of the school paper. She has a masters in Spanish language journalism from CUNY Newmark Graduate School. She is Pakistani-American and speaks 3 languages.

Hanaa' talked about the types of stories she covers, everything from author Q&A's to clever ways newsrooms use language to teach climate policy, to the development of a news aggregator/dating app. She shared the challenges of working in the industry and how taking a class on the business of news changed her perspective for the better.

Her biggest piece of advice to future journos: read about developments in the industry!

Hanaa's salute: Journalists everywhere who are putting the public's right to know above their own safety.


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://hanaatameez.com/" rel="nofollow">Hanaa&#39; Tameez</a>. Hanaa&#39; is a staff writer for <a href="http://niemanlab.org" rel="nofollow">Nieman Journalism Lab</a> at Harvard University. Hanaa&#39; and Nieman report on the future of journalism. She previously worked for the <em>Fort Worth Star Telegram </em>as its diversity reporter (one example <a href="https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/article210715009.html" rel="nofollow">here</a>). Hanaa is a 2016 graduate of Stony Brook University, where she was editor in chief of the school paper. She has a masters in Spanish language journalism from CUNY Newmark Graduate School. She is Pakistani-American and speaks 3 languages.</p><p>Hanaa&#39; talked about the types of stories she covers, everything from <a href="https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/02/lightning-in-a-bottle-meredith-clark-on-black-twitters-journalistic-impact-legacy-and-writing-its-obituary/" rel="nofollow">author Q&amp;A&#39;s</a> <a href="https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/02/a-new-outlet-covers-climate-policy-in-the-language-brazil-knows-best-soccer/" rel="nofollow">to clever ways newsrooms use language to teach climate policy</a>, to the development of <a href="https://www.niemanlab.org/2024/08/this-news-aggregator-slash-dating-app-helps-news-nerds-meet/" rel="nofollow">a news aggregator/dating app</a>. She shared the challenges of working in the industry and how taking a class on the business of news changed her perspective for the better.</p><p>Her biggest piece of advice to future journos: read about developments in the industry!</p><p><strong>Hanaa&#39;s salute: </strong>Journalists everywhere who are putting the public&#39;s right to know above their own safety.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong> Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong> Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong> Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 83b7f5e7-7cb9-45b0-88f3-9c58bf1ad6b1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/82ef9d1b-6c9b-47bb-87c8-f9567e3df535 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 03:00:33 +0000 2090 no full José Ignacio Castañeda Perez, Reporter for Spotlight Delaware José Ignacio Castañeda Perez, Reporter for Spotlight Delaware Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by José Ignacio Castañeda Perez. He's a reporter for Spotlight Delaware, a local independent journalism non-profit. He's been there for the last year and a half. Previously he covered border issues for the The Arizona Republic and Underserved Communities for The Wilmington Delaware News Journal. He's specializing in reporting on immigration in Delaware. He's a graduate of Arizona State and is a recent recipient of The Chauncey Bailey Fellowship, for which he'll be doing an investigative project. José talked about all that covering immigration entails, the kind of stories that Spotlight Delaware pursues and how those stories are presented to their audience. He also shared advice for aspiring reporters and provided insights into some of the tough realities of the job. José's salute: Migrant Insider Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by José Ignacio Castañeda Perez. He's a reporter for Spotlight Delaware, a local independent journalism non-profit. He's been there for the last year and a half. Previously he covered border issues for the The Arizona Republic and Underserved Communities for The Wilmington Delaware News Journal. He's specializing in reporting on immigration in Delaware. He's a graduate of Arizona State and is a recent recipient of The Chauncey Bailey Fellowship, for which he'll be doing an investigative project.

José talked about all that covering immigration entails, the kind of stories that Spotlight Delaware pursues and how those stories are presented to their audience. He also shared advice for aspiring reporters and provided insights into some of the tough realities of the job.

José's salute: Migrant Insider


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://spotlightdelaware.org/author/joseignaciocastaneda/" rel="nofollow">José Ignacio Casta<strong>ñ</strong>eda Perez</a>. He&#39;s a reporter for <a href="http://spotlightdelaware.org/" rel="nofollow">Spotlight Delaware</a>, a local independent journalism non-profit. He&#39;s been there for the last year and a half. Previously he covered border issues for the <em>The</em> <em>Arizona Republic</em> and Underserved Communities for <em>The</em> <em>Wilmington Delaware News Journal</em>. He&#39;s specializing in reporting on immigration in Delaware. He&#39;s a graduate of Arizona State and is a recent recipient of The Chauncey Bailey Fellowship, for which he&#39;ll be doing an investigative project.</p><p>José talked about all that covering immigration entails, the kind of stories that Spotlight Delaware pursues and how those stories are presented to their audience. He also shared advice for aspiring reporters and provided insights into some of the tough realities of the job.</p><p><strong>José&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://migrantinsider.com/" rel="nofollow">Migrant Insider</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong> Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong> Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong> Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 2e696f1c-35e2-4186-9c8f-d55b3f6f9e14 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c22e15c7-c07c-472f-bb76-455eeeec6296 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 03:00:58 +0000 2093 no full Marcela García, Associate Editor & Columnist: Boston Globe Marcela García, Associate Editor & Columnist: Boston Globe 231 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon speaks to Marcela García, associate editor and columnist for the op-ed page at The Boston Globe. Marcela often writes about Latinx communities in Boston including in a newsletter she launched, ¡Mira!, that is written in English and Spanish. She also writes some of the Globe's unsigned editorials. For that, she and two of her colleagues were finalists for this year's Pulitzer Prize in editorial writing. As the Pulitzer board noted "For their politically courageous and deeply reported editorials on how Boston can humanely and effectively close underutilized schools in ways that improve student learning." We talked to Marcela about the series, the work that goes into reporting and writing, and her advice for students with aspirations of writing op-eds and editorials. If you like the former podcast, Longform, I think you'll enjoy this episode. Link to the Pulitzer series: https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/22653 Marcela's salutes: New Bedford Light and Texas Tribune Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, Mark Simon speaks to Marcela García, associate editor and columnist for the op-ed page at The Boston Globe. 

Marcela often writes about Latinx communities in Boston including in a newsletter she launched, ¡Mira!, that is written in English and Spanish. She also writes some of the Globe's unsigned editorials.

For that, she and two of her colleagues were finalists for this year's Pulitzer Prize in editorial writing. As the Pulitzer board noted "For their politically courageous and deeply reported editorials on how Boston can humanely and effectively close underutilized schools in ways that improve student learning."

We talked to Marcela about the series, the work that goes into reporting and writing, and her advice for students with aspirations of writing op-eds and editorials. If you like the former podcast, Longform, I think you'll enjoy this episode.

Link to the Pulitzer series: https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/22653

Marcela's salutes: New Bedford Light and Texas Tribune


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]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-simon-92355124/" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> speaks to <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/about/staff-list/columnist/marcela-garcia/" rel="nofollow">Marcela García</a>, associate editor and columnist for the op-ed page at <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Boston Globe</em></a>. </p><p>Marcela often writes about Latinx communities in Boston including in a newsletter she launched<strong>, ¡</strong><a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/05/03/opinion/introducing-mira-bilingual-latinx-newsletter-globe-opinion-columnist-marcela-garcia/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Mira!,</strong></a> that is written in English and Spanish. She also writes some of the Globe&#39;s unsigned editorials.</p><p>For that, she and two of her colleagues were finalists for this year&#39;s Pulitzer Prize in editorial writing. As the Pulitzer board noted &#34;For their politically courageous and deeply reported editorials on how Boston can humanely and effectively close underutilized schools in ways that improve student learning.&#34;</p><p>We talked to Marcela about the series, the work that goes into reporting and writing, and her advice for students with aspirations of writing op-eds and editorials. If you like the former podcast, <em>Longform</em>, I think you&#39;ll enjoy this episode.</p><p><strong>Link to the Pulitzer series:</strong> <a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/22653" rel="nofollow">https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/22653</a></p><p><strong>Marcela&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://newbedfordlight.org/" rel="nofollow">New Bedford Light</a> and <a href="http://texastribune.org/" rel="nofollow">Texas Tribune</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 5a3bdd46-402f-45dc-89bb-1a6a6063cf8b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/40e6c110-dd7d-49ac-befc-36b752595994 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2448 no full Alan Tai, JEA Student Journalist Of The Year Alan Tai, JEA Student Journalist Of The Year 230 1 Mark Simon On The Journalism Salute we interview journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy. Today we're joined by Alan Tai. Alan just won the Journalism Education Association's Student Journalist of the Year award as a senior at Monta Vista High School in California. Alan talked about his experiences on the student newspaper, El Estoque as an editor-in-chief and also as a writer of features and op-eds. He explained what the school's journalism program is like and how it successfully deals with school administration. He also shared lessons he learned and offered tips to guide future editors-in-chief. This is the 4th straight year we've interviewed the national winner of that award, the first of them was Anushka De, also from Monta Vista High School. Alan's salutes: The Journalism Education Association, Student Press Law Center, Columbia Scholastic Press Association, and The News Literacy Project. Story examples: Feature on local residents who were military veterans https://elestoque.org/2022/11/11/features/american-heroes/ Cheat GPT: Is It Time To Kill The Essay? https://elestoque.org/2023/03/21/opinion/cheatgpt-is-it-time-to-kill-the-essay/ Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On The Journalism Salute we interview journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy. Today we're joined by Alan Tai. Alan just won the Journalism Education Association's Student Journalist of the Year award as a senior at Monta Vista High School in California.

Alan talked about his experiences on the student newspaper, El Estoque as an editor-in-chief and also as a writer of features and op-eds. He explained what the school's journalism program is like and how it successfully deals with school administration. He also shared lessons he learned and offered tips to guide future editors-in-chief.

This is the 4th straight year we've interviewed the national winner of that award, the first of them was Anushka De, also from Monta Vista High School.

 Alan's salutes: The Journalism Education Association, Student Press Law Center, Columbia Scholastic Press Association, and The News Literacy Project.

Story examples:

Feature on local residents who were military veterans

https://elestoque.org/2022/11/11/features/american-heroes/

Cheat GPT: Is It Time To Kill The Essay?

https://elestoque.org/2023/03/21/opinion/cheatgpt-is-it-time-to-kill-the-essay/


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]]> <p>On The Journalism Salute we interview journalists about who they are and what they do with the intent of showing that journalists are not the enemy. Today we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://alantaijournal.weebly.com/journalist-of-the-year.html" rel="nofollow">Alan Tai</a>. Alan just won the <a href="https://jea.org/awards/journalist-of-the-year-scholarships/" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association&#39;s Student Journalist of the Year award</a> as a senior at Monta Vista High School in California.</p><p>Alan talked about his experiences on the student newspaper, <a href="http://elestoque.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>El Estoque</em></a> as an editor-in-chief and also as a writer of features and op-eds. He explained what the school&#39;s journalism program is like and how it successfully deals with school administration. He also shared lessons he learned and offered tips to guide future editors-in-chief.</p><p>This is the 4th straight year we&#39;ve interviewed the national winner of that award, the first of them was <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anushka-de-national-student-journalist-of-the-year/id1526063503?i=1000577751104" rel="nofollow">Anushka De</a>, also from Monta Vista High School.</p><p><strong> Alan&#39;s salutes: </strong>The <a href="http://jea.org/" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association</a>, <a href="http://splc.org/" rel="nofollow">Student Press Law Center</a>, <a href="https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/columbia-scholastic-press-association" rel="nofollow">Columbia Scholastic Press Association</a>, and <a href="http://newslit.org/" rel="nofollow">The News Literacy Project</a>.</p><p><strong>Story examples:</strong></p><p><strong>Feature on local residents who were military veterans</strong></p><p><a href="https://elestoque.org/2022/11/11/features/american-heroes/" rel="nofollow">https://elestoque.org/2022/11/11/features/american-heroes/</a></p><p><strong>Cheat GPT: Is It Time To Kill The Essay?</strong></p><p><a href="https://elestoque.org/2023/03/21/opinion/cheatgpt-is-it-time-to-kill-the-essay/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://elestoque.org/2023/03/21/opinion/cheatgpt-is-it-time-to-kill-the-essay/</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> eeca10ed-9f2e-44e4-addd-67c706d65719 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/75f998fc-3b5d-4c3f-a44d-c889b9b3d38e Tue, 24 Jun 2025 03:00:00 +0000 1896 no full Pulitzer Prize-Winning Architectural Critic Alexandra Lange Pulitzer Prize-Winning Architectural Critic Alexandra Lange 229 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Alexandra Lange. She is a journalist, design critic, author and teacher. She was recently named the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winner in criticism for a series of pieces at Bloomberg CityLab about designing cities for families. The judges wrote: For graceful and genre-expanding writing about public spaces for families, deftly using interviews, observations and analysis to consider the architectural components that allow children and communities to thrive. Her portfolio encompassed 7 pieces in all, spaced out from March to December of 2024. You can find the stories here: https://www.bloomberg.com/features/designing-cities-for-families/ Alexandra shared her approach to writing these stories, providing multiple examples of the choices she made at different points along the way. She also spoke about the evolution of architectural criticism and how her writing is similar to that which you would see in op-ed pieces written at the high school, college, or professional level. Alexandra's salutes: Critical Minded and also journalism unions Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Alexandra Lange. She is a journalist, design critic, author and teacher. She was recently named the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winner in criticism for a series of pieces at Bloomberg CityLab about designing cities for families. The judges wrote:

For graceful and genre-expanding writing about public spaces for families, deftly using interviews, observations and analysis to consider the architectural components that allow children and communities to thrive.

Her portfolio encompassed 7 pieces in all, spaced out from March to December of 2024. You can find the stories here:

https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/22649

Alexandra shared her approach to writing these stories, providing multiple examples of the choices she made at different points along the way. She also spoke about the evolution of architectural criticism and how her writing is similar to that which you would see in op-ed pieces written at the high school, college, or professional level.

 Alexandra's salutes: Critical Minded and also journalism unions


Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com

Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org 

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.alexandralange.net/" rel="nofollow">Alexandra Lange</a>. She is a journalist, design critic, author and teacher. She was recently named the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winner in criticism for a series of pieces at <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/citylab" rel="nofollow">Bloomberg CityLab</a> about designing cities for families. The judges wrote:</p><p><em>For graceful and genre-expanding writing about public spaces for families, deftly using interviews, observations and analysis to consider the architectural components that allow children and communities to thrive.</em></p><p>Her portfolio encompassed 7 pieces in all, spaced out from March to December of 2024. You can find the stories here:</p><p><a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/22649" rel="nofollow">https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/22649</a></p><p>Alexandra shared her approach to writing these stories, providing multiple examples of the choices she made at different points along the way. She also spoke about the evolution of architectural criticism and how her writing is similar to that which you would see in op-ed pieces written at the high school, college, or professional level.</p><p><strong> Alexandra&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://criticalminded.org/reports/" rel="nofollow">Critical Minded</a> and also journalism unions</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 721656c5-b79d-4d5b-86e8-0b791402f171 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0cc84d99-9a85-4722-9d9a-bbf2e1040255 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2240 no full Ayaan Shah, Pennsylvania Student Journalist Of The Year Ayaan Shah, Pennsylvania Student Journalist Of The Year 228 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ayaan Shah. He's the Pennsylvania Student Journalist of the Year and newly graduated from Emmaus High School in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Ayaan and I live in the same county- Lehigh County. Ayaan talked about his journalism interests. He shared the story of covering Joe Biden's appearance in his town and one interview from that experience that stood out. He also told the story of another highlight, covering governor Josh Shapiro's press conference at his school. Ayaan explained the work he did as editor-in-chief of his school newspaper, The Stinger and what it was like to be a teaching assistant for a journalism class. Ayaan's salutes: Emmaus teachers/advisors Shelby Ramirez, Denise Freeman, and Matthew Shaw, and journalist Mehdi Hasan. Articles Biden protest coverage https://stingerehs.com/17358/news/biden-visits-emmaus-encounters-protestors/ Shapiro press conference https://stingerehs.com/17650/news/pennsylvania-governor-josh-shapiro-visits-emmaus-high-school-to-promote-new-education-budget/ Pro-Palestinian Protests https://stingerehs.com/17254/features/lehigh-valley-pro-palestinian-movement-echoes-national-trends/ Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ayaan Shah. He's the Pennsylvania Student Journalist of the Year and newly graduated from Emmaus High School in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Ayaan and I live in the same county- Lehigh County.

Ayaan talked about his journalism interests. He shared the story of covering Joe Biden's appearance in his town and one interview from that experience that stood out. He also told the story of another highlight, covering governor Josh Shapiro's press conference at his school.

Ayaan explained the work he did as editor-in-chief of his school newspaper, The Stinger and what it was like to be a teaching assistant for a journalism class.

Ayaan's salutes: Emmaus teachers/advisors Shelby Ramirez, Denise Freeman, and Matthew Shaw, and journalist Mehdi Hasan.

Articles

Biden protest coverage

https://stingerehs.com/17358/news/biden-visits-emmaus-encounters-protestors/

Shapiro press conference

https://stingerehs.com/17650/news/pennsylvania-governor-josh-shapiro-visits-emmaus-high-school-to-promote-new-education-budget/

Pro-Palestinian Protests

https://stingerehs.com/17254/features/lehigh-valley-pro-palestinian-movement-echoes-national-trends/

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]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.ayaanshahmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Ayaan Shah</a>. He&#39;s the Pennsylvania Student Journalist of the Year and newly graduated from <a href="https://www.eastpennsd.org/ehs/" rel="nofollow">Emmaus High School</a> in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Ayaan and I live in the same county- Lehigh County.</p><p>Ayaan talked about his journalism interests. He shared the story of covering Joe Biden&#39;s appearance in his town and one interview from that experience that stood out. He also told the story of another highlight, covering governor Josh Shapiro&#39;s press conference at his school.</p><p>Ayaan explained the work he did as editor-in-chief of his school newspaper, <a href="https://stingerehs.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Stinger</em></a><em> </em>and what it was like to be a teaching assistant for a journalism class.</p><p><strong>Ayaan&#39;s salutes:</strong> Emmaus teachers/advisors Shelby Ramirez, Denise Freeman, and Matthew Shaw, and journalist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mehdirhasan/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Mehdi Hasan</a>.</p><p><strong>Articles</strong></p><p>Biden protest coverage</p><p><a href="https://stingerehs.com/17358/news/biden-visits-emmaus-encounters-protestors/" rel="nofollow">https://stingerehs.com/17358/news/biden-visits-emmaus-encounters-protestors/</a></p><p>Shapiro press conference</p><p><a href="https://stingerehs.com/17650/news/pennsylvania-governor-josh-shapiro-visits-emmaus-high-school-to-promote-new-education-budget/" rel="nofollow">https://stingerehs.com/17650/news/pennsylvania-governor-josh-shapiro-visits-emmaus-high-school-to-promote-new-education-budget/</a></p><p>Pro-Palestinian Protests</p><p><a href="https://stingerehs.com/17254/features/lehigh-valley-pro-palestinian-movement-echoes-national-trends/" rel="nofollow">https://stingerehs.com/17254/features/lehigh-valley-pro-palestinian-movement-echoes-national-trends/</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> edba4225-ab4a-44d3-9762-3f9111df5fe6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/077c022c-ad04-4150-a9d0-2829c2e9f7c4 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:00:00 +0000 1759 no full Justin Baxley. Creator: More Than A Number Justin Baxley. Creator: More Than A Number 227 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Justin Baxley. Justin is a journalist based in the south who just completed 3 years working as a digital content manager for 13 WMAZ in Macon, Georgia. He is in the process of transitioning to a new journalism job, but we wanted to talk to him now at the suggestion of Kristen Hare, our recent guest from the Poynter Institute. Justin's father Michael was killed in 2017 in what is believed to be a robbery (multiple arrests were made just this February). Justin went through the experience of grieving his father while having to deal with probes from many different media outlets. To give families of victims more control, Justin created the More Than A Number website, whose purpose is "To honor lives lost to violent crime, support their loved ones and promote more empathetic journalism." The link to it is in the show notes. The project, done as part of a Poynter fellowship, won a national journalism innovation award. We talked to Justin about that project and other notable accomplishments from his journalism career. Justin's salutes: Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News; Kati Kokal, WUWM-Milwaukee. More Than A Number Website https://www.13wmaz.com/more-than-a-number More Than A Number YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc8Ny6J4NZVlbJaWRYVdNiXwDmk6IC3Zc Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Justin Baxley. Justin is a journalist based in the south who just completed 3 years working as a digital content manager for 13 WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.

He is in the process of transitioning to a new journalism job, but we wanted to talk to him now at the suggestion of Kristen Hare, our recent guest from the Poynter Institute.

 Justin's father Michael was killed in 2017 in what is believed to be a robbery (multiple arrests were made just this February). Justin went through the experience of grieving his father while having to deal with probes from many different media outlets.

To give families of victims more control, Justin created the More Than A Number website, whose purpose is "To honor lives lost to violent crime, support their loved ones and promote more empathetic journalism."

The project, done as part of a Poynter fellowship, won a national journalism innovation award.

We talked to Justin about that project and other notable accomplishments from his journalism career.

Justin's salutes: Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News; Kati Kokal, WUWM-Milwaukee.


More Than A Number Website

https://www.13wmaz.com/more-than-a-number

More Than A Number YouTube link

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc8Ny6J4NZVlbJaWRYVdNiXwDmk6IC3Zc


Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-b-a2ab42108/" rel="nofollow">Justin Baxley</a>. Justin is a journalist based in the south who just completed 3 years working as a digital content manager for <a href="https://www.13wmaz.com/" rel="nofollow">13 WMAZ</a> in Macon, Georgia.</p><p>He is in the process of transitioning to a new journalism job, but we wanted to talk to him now at the suggestion of Kristen Hare, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WH2XIyQqJ1my5o5GTaxDy?si=r927mLmLTJqrmG_YwyGp4Q" rel="nofollow">our recent guest</a> from the Poynter Institute.</p><p><strong> </strong>Justin&#39;s father Michael was killed in 2017 in what is believed to be a robbery (multiple arrests were made just this February). Justin went through the experience of grieving his father while having to deal with probes from many different media outlets.</p><p>To give families of victims more control, Justin created the More Than A Number website, whose purpose is &#34;To honor lives lost to violent crime, support their loved ones and promote more empathetic journalism.&#34;</p><p>The project, done as part of a Poynter fellowship, won a national journalism innovation award.</p><p>We talked to Justin about that project and other notable accomplishments from his journalism career.</p><p><strong>Justin&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bynickewoot/" rel="nofollow">Nick Wooten</a>, Dallas Morning News; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-kokal" rel="nofollow">Kati Kokal</a>, WUWM-Milwaukee.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>More Than A Number Website</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.13wmaz.com/more-than-a-number" rel="nofollow">https://www.13wmaz.com/more-than-a-number</a></p><p><strong>More Than A Number YouTube link</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc8Ny6J4NZVlbJaWRYVdNiXwDmk6IC3Zc" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc8Ny6J4NZVlbJaWRYVdNiXwDmk6IC3Zc</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can e-mail me at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 64f28449-6207-46bd-a72a-a60e784c6252 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/94cb585d-de95-449e-af27-1c4f44af1342 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2428 no full Roberto Camacho, Freelance Journalist Roberto Camacho, Freelance Journalist 226 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Roberto Camacho. Roberto is Chicano (an American of Mexican heritage), a freelance journalist who often writes about issues impacting local immigrants, especially Chicanos but touches on other subjects too, like hip hop culture. He is based in San Diego and is a 2017 graduate of Arizona State University. Roberto talked about life as a freelancer, connecting with communities that haven't had good relationships with American journalists in the past, and how he looks for stories about groups that are closest to the harm that's being done. He also shared examples of his writing about groups protecting undocumented people from ICE, pollution in local neighborhoods, and hip hop. Story examples Protecting Immigrants from Ice https://boltsmag.org/how-volunteer-patrols-are-working-to-protect-san-diego-immigrant-communities-from-ice/ Port Communities Long Fight Against Industrial Pollution Emissions Impact https://nextcity.org/features/san-diego-port-communities-long-fight-industrial-pollution-emissions-impact Neighborhood Kids Bring Revolutionary Message To Hip Hop https://www.calonews.com/featured-topics/culture/the-neighborhood-kids-bring-revolutionary-messages-back-to-hip-hop/article_39a80635-98a3-494b-987b-694e20336338.html Group Documenting Latino People Killed By Police https://www.palabranahj.org/archive/the-heavy-toll Roberto's salutes: Ruben Salazar, Shaun King, Brandon Loran Maxwell, Aysha Khan, Abraham Marquez, Ben Camacho, Jeremiah Cothren and all the journalists in Gaza. Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Roberto Camacho. Roberto is Chicano (an American of Mexican heritage), a freelance journalist who often writes about issues impacting local immigrants, especially Chicanos but touches on other subjects too, like hip hop culture. He is based in San Diego and is a 2017 graduate of Arizona State University.

Roberto talked about life as a freelancer, connecting with communities that haven't had good relationships with American journalists in the past, and how he looks for stories about groups that are closest to the harm that's being done. He also shared examples of his writing about groups protecting undocumented people from ICE, pollution in local neighborhoods, and hip hop.

Story examples

Protecting Immigrants from Ice

https://boltsmag.org/how-volunteer-patrols-are-working-to-protect-san-diego-immigrant-communities-from-ice/

Port Communities Long Fight Against Industrial Pollution Emissions Impact

https://nextcity.org/features/san-diego-port-communities-long-fight-industrial-pollution-emissions-impact

Neighborhood Kids Bring Revolutionary Message To Hip Hop

https://www.calonews.com/featured-topics/culture/the-neighborhood-kids-bring-revolutionary-messages-back-to-hip-hop/article_39a80635-98a3-494b-987b-694e20336338.html

 Group Documenting Latino People Killed By Police

https://www.palabranahj.org/archive/the-heavy-toll

 Roberto's salutes: Ruben Salazar, Shaun King, Brandon Loran Maxwell, Aysha Khan, Abraham Marquez, Ben Camacho, Jeremiah Cothren and all the journalists in Gaza.

 Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org 

Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com)

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberto-camacho-san-diego" rel="nofollow">Roberto Camacho</a>. Roberto is Chicano (an American of Mexican heritage), a freelance journalist who often writes about issues impacting local immigrants, especially Chicanos but touches on other subjects too, like hip hop culture. He is based in San Diego and is a 2017 graduate of Arizona State University.</p><p>Roberto talked about life as a freelancer, connecting with communities that haven&#39;t had good relationships with American journalists in the past, and how he looks for stories about groups that are closest to the harm that&#39;s being done. He also shared examples of his writing about groups protecting undocumented people from ICE, pollution in local neighborhoods, and hip hop.</p><p><strong>Story examples</strong></p><p><strong>Protecting Immigrants from Ice</strong></p><p><a href="https://boltsmag.org/how-volunteer-patrols-are-working-to-protect-san-diego-immigrant-communities-from-ice/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://boltsmag.org/how-volunteer-patrols-are-working-to-protect-san-diego-immigrant-communities-from-ice/</strong></a></p><p><strong>Port Communities Long Fight Against Industrial Pollution Emissions Impact</strong></p><p><a href="https://nextcity.org/features/san-diego-port-communities-long-fight-industrial-pollution-emissions-impact" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://nextcity.org/features/san-diego-port-communities-long-fight-industrial-pollution-emissions-impact</strong></a></p><p><strong>Neighborhood Kids Bring Revolutionary Message To Hip Hop</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.calonews.com/featured-topics/culture/the-neighborhood-kids-bring-revolutionary-messages-back-to-hip-hop/article_39a80635-98a3-494b-987b-694e20336338.html" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.calonews.com/featured-topics/culture/the-neighborhood-kids-bring-revolutionary-messages-back-to-hip-hop/article_39a80635-98a3-494b-987b-694e20336338.html</strong></a></p><p><strong> Group Documenting Latino People Killed By Police</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.palabranahj.org/archive/the-heavy-toll" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.palabranahj.org/archive/the-heavy-toll</strong></a></p><p><strong> Roberto&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://rubensalazarproject.com/" rel="nofollow">Ruben Salazar</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/shaunking" rel="nofollow">Shaun King</a>, <a href="https://x.com/brandonlmaxwell?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Brandon Loran Maxwell</a>, <a href="https://aysha.us/" rel="nofollow">Aysha Khan</a>, <a href="https://abemarquez.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">Abraham Marquez</a>, <a href="https://bencamacho.com/" rel="nofollow">Ben Camacho</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiah-cothren" rel="nofollow">Jeremiah Cothren</a> and all the journalists in Gaza.</p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 9b271fa6-8cd5-4b21-9ac7-39b275227e24 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/bdff2e33-a70e-452e-9dba-1ad145180516 Tue, 27 May 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2122 no full Mollie Simon, Research Reporter: ProPublica Mollie Simon, Research Reporter: ProPublica 225 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Mollie Simon. Mollie has been a research reporter for ProPublica for the last 5 years, working oftentimes behind the scenes on stories such as ones we've talked to past guests about. She's also been a newspaper reporter in South Carolina and a data researcher for LegiStorm. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia with dual degrees in public affairs journalism and political science. Mollie talked about the skills needed to be a researcher and work behind-the-scenes on stories and projects. She also provided examples of the types of stories she's worked on, including one about a homebuying franchise that was using inappropriate methods to take advantage of seller desperation. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Story example "The ugly truth behind We Buy Ugly Houses" https://www.propublica.org/article/ugly-truth-behind-we-buy-ugly-houses Mollie's salutes: Specialty team members, copy editors, newsroom lawyers, newspapers that invest in investigative reporting, and journalism "ex-pats." Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Mollie Simon. Mollie has been a research reporter for ProPublica for the last 5 years, working oftentimes behind the scenes on stories such as ones we've talked to past guests about. She's also been a newspaper reporter in South Carolina and a data researcher for LegiStorm.

She is a graduate of the University of Georgia with dual degrees in public affairs journalism and political science.

Mollie talked about the skills needed to be a researcher and work behind-the-scenes on stories and projects. She also provided examples of the types of stories she's worked on, including one about a homebuying franchise that was using inappropriate methods to take advantage of seller desperation.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com 

Story example

"The ugly truth behind We Buy Ugly Houses"

https://www.propublica.org/article/ugly-truth-behind-we-buy-ugly-houses

 Mollie's salutes: Specialty team members, copy editors, newsroom lawyers, newspapers that invest in investigative reporting, and journalism "ex-pats."

Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org 

Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com)

Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social

Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com

]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.propublica.org/people/mollie-simon" rel="nofollow">Mollie Simon</a>. Mollie has been a research reporter for <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow">ProPublica</a> for the last 5 years, working oftentimes behind the scenes on stories such as ones we&#39;ve talked to past guests about. She&#39;s also been a newspaper reporter in South Carolina and a data researcher for LegiStorm.</p><p>She is a graduate of the University of Georgia with dual degrees in public affairs journalism and political science. </p><p>Mollie talked about the skills needed to be a researcher and work behind-the-scenes on stories and projects. She also provided examples of the types of stories she&#39;s worked on, including one about a homebuying franchise that was using inappropriate methods to take advantage of seller desperation.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><u>Story example</u></strong></p><p><strong>&#34;The ugly truth behind We Buy Ugly Houses&#34;</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/ugly-truth-behind-we-buy-ugly-houses" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.propublica.org/article/ugly-truth-behind-we-buy-ugly-houses</strong></a></p><p><strong> Mollie&#39;s salutes: </strong>Specialty team members, copy editors, newsroom lawyers, newspapers that invest in investigative reporting, and journalism &#34;ex-pats.&#34;</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 06cd7468-7337-4469-94a2-6b3179d3ef26 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/fc139ce8-68d0-4a77-b180-c64b78228752 Tue, 20 May 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2164 no full Tara García Mathewson, Education Reporter: The Markup & Cal Matters Tara García Mathewson, Education Reporter: The Markup & Cal Matters 224 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Tara García Mathewson. Tara is a bilingual reporter covering education and technology, particularly the harms within them, both on a national and state level for The Markup and CalMatters. The Markup is a non-profit newsroom that challenges technology to serve the public good. A motto often within its stories is 'report deeply and fix things.' Its stories combine news reporting and data analysis and 'The Markup Method' means they show their work. CalMatters is a non-partisan and non-profit news organization covering California policies and politics to make the government more transparent and accountable. Tara talked about her experience covering artificial intelligence, technological surveillance, and digital censorship in education and the work that went into specific stories. She also spoke about the benefit of getting a background in newspaper reporting before working for non-profit journalism outlets. Work examples: Digital Book Banning https://themarkup.org/digital-book-banning/2024/04/13/schools-were-just-supposed-to-block-porn-instead-they-sabotaged-homework-and-censored-suicide-prevention-sites Technological surveillance https://themarkup.org/machine-learning/2023/11/30/he-wanted-privacy-his-college-gave-him-none Artificial intelligence https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/03/school-counselors-ai-chatbots/ Tara's salutes: The 74, Caitlin Dickerson (The Atlantic), Hannah Dreier (New York Times) Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Tara García Mathewson. Tara is a bilingual reporter covering the intersection of education and technology, particularly the harms within them, both on a national and state level for The Markup and CalMatters.

The Markup is a non-profit newsroom that challenges technology to serve the public good. A motto often within its stories is 'report deeply and fix things.' Its stories combine news reporting and data analysis and 'The Markup Method' means they show their work.

CalMatters is a non-partisan and non-profit news organization covering California policies and politics to make the government more transparent and accountable.

Tara talked about her experience covering artificial intelligence, technological surveillance, and digital censorship in education and the work that went into specific stories. She also spoke about the benefit of getting a background in newspaper reporting before working for non-profit journalism outlets.

At the end of the episode, we were joined by Chris Daggett, interim executive director of the New Jersey Information Consortium, which provides funding to online news outlets and students interested in studying journalism. Chris talked about potential budget cuts that would jeopardize what the organization is able to do. You can learn more about it and what you can do to help here.

https://njcivicinfo.org/

Work examples:

Digital Book Banning

https://themarkup.org/digital-book-banning/2024/04/13/schools-were-just-supposed-to-block-porn-instead-they-sabotaged-homework-and-censored-suicide-prevention-sites

Technological surveillance

https://themarkup.org/machine-learning/2023/11/30/he-wanted-privacy-his-college-gave-him-none

Artificial intelligence

https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/03/school-counselors-ai-chatbots/

Tara's salutes: The 74, Caitlin Dickerson (The Atlantic), Hannah Dreier (New York Times)

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com 

 Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org 

Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com)

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="http://taragm.com" rel="nofollow">Tara García Mathewson</a>. Tara is a bilingual reporter covering the intersection of education and technology, particularly the harms within them, both on a national and state level for <a href="http://themarkup.org/" rel="nofollow">The Markup</a> and <a href="http://calmatters.org/" rel="nofollow">CalMatters</a>.</p><p>The Markup is a non-profit newsroom that challenges technology to serve the public good. A motto often within its stories is &#39;report deeply and fix things.&#39; Its stories combine news reporting and data analysis and &#39;The Markup Method&#39; means they show their work.</p><p>CalMatters is a non-partisan and non-profit news organization covering California policies and politics to make the government more transparent and accountable.</p><p>Tara talked about her experience covering artificial intelligence, technological surveillance, and digital censorship in education and the work that went into specific stories. She also spoke about the benefit of getting a background in newspaper reporting before working for non-profit journalism outlets.</p><p>At the end of the episode, we were joined by Chris Daggett, interim executive director of the New Jersey Information Consortium, which provides funding to online news outlets and students interested in studying journalism. Chris talked about potential budget cuts that would jeopardize what the organization is able to do. You can learn more about it and what you can do to help here.</p><p><a href="https://njcivicinfo.org/" rel="nofollow">https://njcivicinfo.org/</a></p><p><strong>Work examples:</strong></p><p>Digital Book Banning</p><p><a href="https://themarkup.org/digital-book-banning/2024/04/13/schools-were-just-supposed-to-block-porn-instead-they-sabotaged-homework-and-censored-suicide-prevention-sites" rel="nofollow">https://themarkup.org/digital-book-banning/2024/04/13/schools-were-just-supposed-to-block-porn-instead-they-sabotaged-homework-and-censored-suicide-prevention-sites</a></p><p>Technological surveillance</p><p><a href="https://themarkup.org/machine-learning/2023/11/30/he-wanted-privacy-his-college-gave-him-none" rel="nofollow">https://themarkup.org/machine-learning/2023/11/30/he-wanted-privacy-his-college-gave-him-none</a></p><p>Artificial intelligence</p><p><a href="https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/03/school-counselors-ai-chatbots/" rel="nofollow">https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/03/school-counselors-ai-chatbots/</a></p><p><strong>Tara&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="http://the74.org/" rel="nofollow">The 74</a>, <a href="https://www.caitlindickersonjournalist.com/" rel="nofollow">Caitlin Dickerson</a> (The Atlantic), <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/by/hannah-dreier" rel="nofollow">Hannah Dreier</a> (New York Times)</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> d09e3a26-f950-4f8b-8875-f6fd6a311b8f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e69157ac-8709-4aa2-b58f-8fc0d6844c29 Tue, 13 May 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2849 no full Daniel Newman: Digital Content Producer, Cleveland Jewish News Daniel Newman: Digital Content Producer, Cleveland Jewish News 223 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Daniel Newman. Daniel is a digital content producer for Cleveland Jewish News in Cleveland Ohio. He's an early-career journalist who also spent a year as a news reporter for the Tribune Chronicle in Warren, Ohio. He's a native of Youngstown, Ohio and a 2023 graduate of Cleveland State University, where he spent a year as news editor of the student newspaper. Daniel discussed his upbringing and multi-layered racial religious background and what he's enjoying about working for a Jewish media outlet. He walked us through the different elements of his job, gave examples of what he's covered, and shared several other interests he has. Daniel's salute: Chris McBride, Tribune-Chronicle Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Daniel Newman. Daniel is a digital content producer for Cleveland Jewish News in Cleveland Ohio. He's an early-career journalist who also spent a year as a news reporter for the Tribune Chronicle in Warren, Ohio. He's a native of Youngstown, Ohio and a 2023 graduate of Cleveland State University, where he spent a year as news editor of the student newspaper. 

Daniel discussed his upbringing and multi-layered racial religious background and what he's enjoying about working for a Jewish media outlet. He walked us through the different elements of his job, gave examples of what he's covered, and shared several other interests he has.

Work example: Cleveland Museum of Natural History Transformation

Daniel's salute: Chris McBride, Tribune-Chronicle

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://danielalexandernewman.myportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow">Daniel Newman</a>. Daniel is a digital content producer for <a href="https://www.clevelandjewishnews.com/" rel="nofollow">Cleveland Jewish News</a> in Cleveland Ohio. He&#39;s an early-career journalist who also spent a year as a news reporter for the <em>Tribune Chronicle</em> in Warren, Ohio. He&#39;s a native of Youngstown, Ohio and a 2023 graduate of Cleveland State University, where he spent a year as news editor of the student newspaper. </p><p>Daniel discussed his upbringing and multi-layered racial religious background and what he&#39;s enjoying about working for a Jewish media outlet. He walked us through the different elements of his job, gave examples of what he&#39;s covered, and shared several other interests he has.</p><p>Work example: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-q4DOQyP-M" rel="nofollow">Cleveland Museum of Natural History Transformation</a></p><p><strong>Daniel&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcbride-2132521a3" rel="nofollow">Chris McBride</a>, <em>Tribune-Chronicle</em></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 97edd76a-e07d-4e1b-af46-660aae98aed4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2a8cc357-a1a8-4d84-b50c-228dfbd76e09 Tue, 06 May 2025 03:01:00 +0000 2300 no full Miranda Green, Investigative Journalist Miranda Green, Investigative Journalist 222 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Miranda Green. Miranda is a freelance investigative reporter based in Los Angeles. She was the director of investigations at Floodlight news covering corporations and political interests stalling climate action. She's also previously worked for Newsweek, The Daily Beast, Decode DC, CNN, the Hill, and Huffington Post. She's a graduate of George Washington University. I became interested in talking to Miranda after I found stories she wrote about a specific way in which misinformation about climate science is spreading. We spent much of the episode discussing how she reported on those stories, how those are both individual stories and also a problem for the journalism industry, and advice she has on covering one story that may lead to many more stories. Examples of coverage: Chevron owns a newspaper https://mirandacgreen.com/chevron-owns-this-citys-news-site-many-stories-arent-told-2/ The North Dakota "newspaper" and a Greenpeace lawsuit https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/a-pipeline-company-is-suing-greenpeace-for-300-million-a-pay-to-play-newspaper-is-accused-of-tainting-the-jury-pool/ How an Alabama utility wields influence by financing news https://mirandacgreen.com/control-the-narrative-how-an-alabama-utility-wields-influence-by-financing-news/ Miranda's salute: Byron Tau, investigative reporter, AP Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Miranda Green. Miranda is a freelance investigative reporter based in Los Angeles. She was the director of investigations at Floodlight news covering corporations and political interests stalling climate action.

She's also previously worked for Newsweek, The Daily Beast, Decode DC, CNN, the Hill, and Huffington Post. She's a graduate of George Washington University.

I became interested in talking to Miranda after I found stories she wrote about a specific way in which misinformation about climate science is spreading.

We spent much of the episode discussing how she reported on those stories, how those are both individual stories and also a problem for the journalism industry, and advice she has on covering one story that may lead to many more stories.

Examples of coverage:

Chevron owns a newspaper

https://mirandacgreen.com/chevron-owns-this-citys-news-site-many-stories-arent-told-2/

The North Dakota "newspaper" and a Greenpeace lawsuit

https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/a-pipeline-company-is-suing-greenpeace-for-300-million-a-pay-to-play-newspaper-is-accused-of-tainting-the-jury-pool/

How an Alabama utility wields influence by financing news

https://mirandacgreen.com/control-the-narrative-how-an-alabama-utility-wields-influence-by-financing-news/


Miranda's salute: Byron Tau, investigative reporter, AP

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://mirandacgreen.com/" rel="nofollow">Miranda Green</a>. Miranda is a freelance investigative reporter based in Los Angeles. She was the director of investigations at Floodlight news covering corporations and political interests stalling climate action.</p><p>She&#39;s also previously worked for Newsweek, The Daily Beast, Decode DC, CNN, the Hill, and Huffington Post. She&#39;s a graduate of George Washington University.</p><p>I became interested in talking to Miranda after I found stories she wrote about a specific way in which misinformation about climate science is spreading.</p><p>We spent much of the episode discussing how she reported on those stories, how those are both individual stories and also a problem for the journalism industry, and advice she has on covering one story that may lead to many more stories.</p><p><strong>Examples of coverage:</strong></p><p>Chevron owns a newspaper</p><p><a href="https://mirandacgreen.com/chevron-owns-this-citys-news-site-many-stories-arent-told-2/" rel="nofollow">https://mirandacgreen.com/chevron-owns-this-citys-news-site-many-stories-arent-told-2/</a></p><p>The North Dakota &#34;newspaper&#34; and a Greenpeace lawsuit</p><p><a href="https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/a-pipeline-company-is-suing-greenpeace-for-300-million-a-pay-to-play-newspaper-is-accused-of-tainting-the-jury-pool/" rel="nofollow">https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/03/a-pipeline-company-is-suing-greenpeace-for-300-million-a-pay-to-play-newspaper-is-accused-of-tainting-the-jury-pool/</a></p><p>How an Alabama utility wields influence by financing news</p><p><a href="https://mirandacgreen.com/control-the-narrative-how-an-alabama-utility-wields-influence-by-financing-news/" rel="nofollow">https://mirandacgreen.com/control-the-narrative-how-an-alabama-utility-wields-influence-by-financing-news/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Miranda&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/byrontau" rel="nofollow">Byron Tau</a>, investigative reporter, AP</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 6bc27d0a-668e-4f6c-aae5-f839f42e139b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/86e8db1a-3f84-4a2e-93c0-336ac581b09b Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2437 no full Kristen Hare, Director of Craft and Local News, Poynter Institute Kristen Hare, Director of Craft and Local News, Poynter Institute 221 1 Mark Simon On our 221st episode, we're joined by Kristen Hare. Kristen is Poynter Institute's director of craft and local news. She teaches local journalists the skills they need to serve and cover their communities. Previously she covered the people of business and local news for Poynter. She's based near Tampa, Florida. We covered a wide range of topics with Kristen, including what local news looks like in 2025, tips she has for maximizing local news coverage, and how she views the work of college students helping local news thrive and the role of newsletters in covering local news. And she talked about one of her passions- obituary writing (our first obituaries discussion!). Kristen's salute: Justin Baxley, WMAZ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On our 221st episode, we're joined by Kristen Hare. Kristen is Poynter Institute's director of craft and local news. She teaches local journalists the skills they need to serve and cover their communities. Previously she covered the people of business and local news for Poynter. She's based near Tampa, Florida. 

We covered a wide range of topics with Kristen, including what local news looks like in 2025, tips she has for maximizing local news coverage, and how she views the work of college students helping local news thrive and the role of newsletters in covering local news.

And she talked about one of her passions- obituary writing (our first obituaries discussion!).

Kristen's salute: Justin Baxley, WMAZ

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]]> <p>On our 221st episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.poynter.org/author/kristenhare/" rel="nofollow">Kristen Hare</a>. Kristen is <a href="http://poynter.org/" rel="nofollow">Poynter Institute&#39;s</a> director of craft and local news. She teaches local journalists the skills they need to serve and cover their communities. Previously she covered the people of business and local news for Poynter. She&#39;s based near Tampa, Florida. </p><p>We covered a wide range of topics with Kristen, including what local news looks like in 2025, tips she has for maximizing local news coverage, and how she views the work of college students helping local news thrive and the role of newsletters in covering local news.</p><p>And she talked about one of her passions- obituary writing (our first obituaries discussion!).</p><p><strong>Kristen&#39;s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.11alive.com/article/news/community/more-than-a-number/son-turns-grief-advocacy-more-than-a-number-program-crime-victims/85-92f9c615-7d2c-4a34-bdbc-3c871236a625" rel="nofollow">Justin Baxley, WMAZ</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 4ea1445e-5bac-4fdd-9922-764f3c98252a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0748e9a7-13c0-420f-911f-49687be3fb14 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2089 no full Evan Urquhart, Founder: Assigned Media; Community Manager: Slate Evan Urquhart, Founder: Assigned Media; Community Manager: Slate 220 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Evan Urquhart. Evan covers anti-transgender propaganda and transgender news issues for Assigned Media (AssignedMedia.org), an organization he founded. He is also the community manager for Slate's comments section and is a freelance writer with many prominent bylines. And he's currently doing a Knight science writing fellowship at MIT. We interviewed Evan, who is transgender, on Trans Day of Visibility (March 31) Evan talked about why he started Assigned Media and the kind of stories it covers. He discussed covering news and writing personal essays. He also explained the kinds of things that mainstream media, like the New York Times, gets wrong when covering transgender issues and the kind of stories that are currently getting overlooked, with all the attention given to whether transgender women should play high school and college sports. Evan's salute: The Trans Journalist Association Coverage examples: Stories about the New York Times and its mistakes https://www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/you-betrayed-us-azeen-parents-of-trans-youth-reeling-after-speaking-to-the-nyt Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Evan Urquhart. Evan covers anti-transgender propaganda and transgender news issues for Assigned Media (AssignedMedia.org), an organization he founded. He is also the community manager for Slate's comments section and is a freelance writer with many prominent bylines. And he's currently doing a Knight science writing fellowship at MIT.

We interviewed Evan, who is transgender, on Trans Day of Visibility (March 31)

Evan talked about why he started Assigned Media and the kind of stories it covers. He discussed covering news and writing personal essays. He also explained the kinds of things that mainstream media, like the New York Times, gets wrong when covering transgender issues and the kind of stories that are currently getting overlooked, with all the attention given to whether transgender women should play high school and college sports.

Evan's salute: The Trans Journalist Association

Coverage examples:

Stories about the New York Times and its mistakes

https://www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/you-betrayed-us-azeen-parents-of-trans-youth-reeling-after-speaking-to-the-nyt


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-urquhart-15127990/" rel="nofollow">Evan Urquhart</a>. Evan covers anti-transgender propaganda and transgender news issues for Assigned Media (<a href="http://assignedmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">AssignedMedia.org</a>), an organization he founded. He is also the community manager for Slate&#39;s comments section and is a freelance writer with many prominent bylines. And he&#39;s currently doing a Knight science writing fellowship at MIT.</p><p>We interviewed Evan, who is transgender, on Trans Day of Visibility (March 31)</p><p>Evan talked about why he started Assigned Media and the kind of stories it covers. He discussed covering news and writing personal essays. He also explained the kinds of things that mainstream media, like the <em>New York Times</em>, gets wrong when covering transgender issues and the kind of stories that are currently getting overlooked, with all the attention given to whether transgender women should play high school and college sports.</p><p><strong>Evan&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="http://transjournalists.org/" rel="nofollow">The Trans Journalist Association</a></p><p><strong>Coverage examples:</strong></p><p>Stories about the New York Times and its mistakes</p><p><a href="https://www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/you-betrayed-us-azeen-parents-of-trans-youth-reeling-after-speaking-to-the-nyt" rel="nofollow">https://www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/you-betrayed-us-azeen-parents-of-trans-youth-reeling-after-speaking-to-the-nyt</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 5ecfd679-2c5f-46ea-97a2-89b17a33533d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/122073da-785f-4bd9-bfb7-6e551a01fae1 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 1967 no full Lizzy Lawrence, FDA Reporter, STAT News Lizzy Lawrence, FDA Reporter, STAT News 219 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Lizzy Lawrence. Lizzy covers the Food and Drug Administration for STAT News, a subscription-based part of Boston Globe's media newsroom owned by the Boston Globe that covers the frontiers of health and medicine. As they say- "We take you inside the science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms, and political backrooms. We dissect crucial discoveries. We examine controversies and puncture hype. We hold individuals and institutions accountable. We introduce you to the power brokers and personalities who are driving a revolution in human health." Lizzy has been with them for 2 1/2 years and she's been part of stories that have won prominent awards. She's previously covered technology and was editor-in-chief of the University of Michigan's student newspaper. And she's a graduate of my alma mater, Stuyvesant High School in New York City. Lizzy talked about what it's like to cover both breaking news, like the mass firing of thousands of people at the FDA and bigger enterprise stories, like the team coverage on United Healthcare that won a Polk Award for investigative journalism. She shared the biggest lessons she learned and what she feels she's taken from being a journalist. Lizzy's salute: The Association of Health Care Journalists A detailed interview explaining STAT's coverage of United Healthcare https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0VJGEv5IGw On this episode we're joined by Lizzy Lawrence. Lizzy covers the Food and Drug Administration for STAT News, a subscription-based part of Boston Globe's media newsroom owned by the Boston Globe that covers the frontiers of health and medicine.

As they say- "We take you inside the science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms, and political backrooms. We dissect crucial discoveries. We examine controversies and puncture hype. We hold individuals and institutions accountable. We introduce you to the power brokers and personalities who are driving a revolution in human health."

Lizzy has been with them for 2 1/2 years and she's been part of stories that have won prominent awards. She's previously covered technology and was editor-in-chief of the University of Michigan's student newspaper. And she's a graduate of my alma mater, Stuyvesant High School in New York City.

Lizzy talked about what it's like to cover both breaking news, like the mass firing of thousands of people at the FDA and bigger enterprise stories, like the team coverage on United Healthcare that won a Polk Award for investigative journalism. She shared the biggest lessons she learned and what she feels she's taken from being a journalist.

Lizzy's salute: The Association of Health Care Journalists

A detailed interview explaining STAT's coverage of United Healthcare

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0VJGEv5IGw


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.statnews.com/staff/lizzy-lawrence/" rel="nofollow">Lizzy Lawrence</a>. Lizzy covers the Food and Drug Administration for <a href="http://statnews.com/" rel="nofollow">STAT News</a>, a subscription-based part of Boston Globe&#39;s media newsroom owned by the <em>Boston Globe</em> that covers the frontiers of health and medicine. </p><p>As they say- &#34;We take you inside the science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms, and political backrooms. We dissect crucial discoveries. We examine controversies and puncture hype. We hold individuals and institutions accountable. We introduce you to the power brokers and personalities who are driving a revolution in human health.&#34; </p><p>Lizzy has been with them for 2 1/2 years and she&#39;s been part of stories that have won prominent awards. She&#39;s previously covered technology and was editor-in-chief of the University of Michigan&#39;s student newspaper. And she&#39;s a graduate of my alma mater, Stuyvesant High School in New York City.</p><p>Lizzy talked about what it&#39;s like to cover both breaking news, like the mass firing of thousands of people at the FDA and bigger enterprise stories, like the team coverage on United Healthcare that won a Polk Award for investigative journalism. She shared the biggest lessons she learned and what she feels she&#39;s taken from being a journalist.</p><p><strong>Lizzy&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://healthjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">The Association of Health Care Journalists</a></p><p>A detailed interview explaining STAT&#39;s coverage of United Healthcare</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0VJGEv5IGw" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0VJGEv5IGw</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><br></p> 134cf86f-1525-441d-aa52-31767e8611b3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/04217dd5-6c4a-4ee7-a454-a40e0b46e4f3 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 1824 no full Lola Claire, Editor-in-Chief, Hilltop Views (St. Edward's University) Lola Claire, Editor-in-Chief, Hilltop Views (St. Edward's University) 218 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Lola Claire. Lola is a student at St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas and the editor in chief of Hilltop Views, the student newspaper there. Lola is also the chair of the Title IX Student Advisory Board at the school. Lola is from southern Louisiana. She caught my attention because of something she's working on. Hilltop Views has a grant from the Solutions Journalism Network for its mental health reporting and she spoke about that at the College Media Association national convention. Lola talked about how her love of writing led her to journalism, how her small student staff is able to accomplish a lot, what it's like to be an editor-in-chief, what the newspaper is doing with their solutions journalism initiative, and what it's like to do theatre reviews. Work examples Review of Macbeth https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/29916/life-and-arts-art/review-mary-moody-northen-theatres-production-of-macbeth-takes-the-crown/ Op-ed about Elon Musk https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/26293/viewpoints/opinion-elon-musks-vision-for-uncensored-speech-invites-bigotry-contention/ Example of solutions journalism https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/30961/viewpoints/solutions-opinion-new-yorks-solution-to-traffic-deserves-consideration-in-texas/ Lola's salutes: The Austin Chronicle and Hilltop Views adviser Curt Yowell. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Lola Claire. Lola is a student at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas and the editor in chief of Hilltop Views, the student newspaper there. Lola is also the chair of the Title IX Student Advisory Board at the school.

Lola is from southern Louisiana. She caught my attention because of something she's working on. Hilltop Views has a grant from the Solutions Journalism Network for its mental health reporting and she spoke about that at the College Media Association national convention.

Lola talked about how her love of writing led her to journalism, how her small student staff is able to accomplish a lot, what it's like to be an editor-in-chief, what the newspaper is doing with their solutions journalism initiative, and what it's like to do theatre reviews.

Work examples

Review of Macbeth

https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/29916/life-and-arts-art/review-mary-moody-northen-theatres-production-of-macbeth-takes-the-crown/

Op-ed about Elon Musk

https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/26293/viewpoints/opinion-elon-musks-vision-for-uncensored-speech-invites-bigotry-contention/

Example of solutions journalism

https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/30961/viewpoints/solutions-opinion-new-yorks-solution-to-traffic-deserves-consideration-in-texas/


Lola's salutes: The Austin Chronicle and Hilltop Views adviser Curt Yowell.

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lola-sullivan-1bb40a227" rel="nofollow">Lola Claire</a>. Lola is a student at St. Edward&#39;s University in Austin, Texas and the editor in chief of <a href="https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/" rel="nofollow">Hilltop Views</a>, the student newspaper there. Lola is also the chair of the Title IX Student Advisory Board at the school.</p><p>Lola is from southern Louisiana. She caught my attention because of something she&#39;s working on. Hilltop Views has a grant from the <a href="https://www.solutionsjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">Solutions Journalism Network</a> for its mental health reporting and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGqX9v7J7iL/" rel="nofollow">she spoke about that</a> at the College Media Association national convention.</p><p>Lola talked about how her love of writing led her to journalism, how her small student staff is able to accomplish a lot, what it&#39;s like to be an editor-in-chief, what the newspaper is doing with their solutions journalism initiative, and what it&#39;s like to do theatre reviews.</p><p><strong>Work examples</strong></p><p>Review of Macbeth</p><p><a href="https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/29916/life-and-arts-art/review-mary-moody-northen-theatres-production-of-macbeth-takes-the-crown/" rel="nofollow">https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/29916/life-and-arts-art/review-mary-moody-northen-theatres-production-of-macbeth-takes-the-crown/</a></p><p>Op-ed about Elon Musk</p><p><a href="https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/26293/viewpoints/opinion-elon-musks-vision-for-uncensored-speech-invites-bigotry-contention/" rel="nofollow">https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/26293/viewpoints/opinion-elon-musks-vision-for-uncensored-speech-invites-bigotry-contention/</a></p><p>Example of solutions journalism</p><p><a href="https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/30961/viewpoints/solutions-opinion-new-yorks-solution-to-traffic-deserves-consideration-in-texas/" rel="nofollow">https://www.hilltopviewsonline.com/30961/viewpoints/solutions-opinion-new-yorks-solution-to-traffic-deserves-consideration-in-texas/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lola&#39;s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://www.austinchronicle.com/" rel="nofollow">The Austin Chronicle</a> and Hilltop Views adviser <a href="https://www.solutionsjournalism.org/directory-profile/curt-yowell" rel="nofollow">Curt Yowell</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> eb061ab0-2d89-4809-aea3-2d8ba70fc9b4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/001a12a7-58ea-4ae4-980a-923970b5e315 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2614 no full Denise Watson, Team Editor: WHRO Public Media (longtime feature writer/editor) Denise Watson, Team Editor: WHRO Public Media (longtime feature writer/editor) 217 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Denise Watson. Denise is an editor at WHRO Public Media in Norfolk, Virginia. For more than 30 years she was an award-winning writer and features and education editor for the Virginian-Pilot. She often writes about race and history. Additionally, she is a journalist in residence at William & Mary, teaching a masterclass there. And she is a fellow at the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education. Denise shared many lessons that she applied to her work, including what it means to "vacuum a scene," how to interview people about their past, and how to do research for a story about a prominent historical event, local or otherwise. She also shared what her classes are like at William & Mary and explained why history is so important to her. Story Links Story about a woman's search for her Japanese grandfather who never returned from an internment camp during World War II https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r14mRphohLD9AIClzEqy4niITfD-txL43i563D3OYIE/edit?usp=sharing 17 Students Break Through Color Barrier (50th anniversary in Norfolk) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IPT1xhekYGl2SqV5Dm9kSoceCeOjsobGFdBNCPQTtgU/edit?usp=sharing Denise's salutes: The Maynard Institute, Maria Carrillo, Kris Worrell Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Denise Watson. Denise is an editor at WHRO Public Media in Norfolk, Virginia. For more than 30 years she was an award-winning writer and features and education editor for the Virginian-Pilot. She often writes about race and history.

Additionally, she is a journalist in residence at William & Mary, teaching a masterclass there. And she is a fellow at the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education.

Denise shared many lessons that she applied to her work, including what it means to "vacuum a scene," how to interview people about their past, and how to do research for a story about a prominent historical event, local or otherwise. She also shared what her classes are like at William & Mary and explained why history is so important to her.

Story Links

Story about a woman's search for her Japanese grandfather who never returned from an internment camp during World War II

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r14mRphohLD9AIClzEqy4niITfD-txL43i563D3OYIE/edit?usp=sharing

17 Students Break Through Color Barrier (50th anniversary in Norfolk)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IPT1xhekYGl2SqV5Dm9kSoceCeOjsobGFdBNCPQTtgU/edit?usp=sharing


Denise's salutes: The Maynard Institute, Maria Carrillo, Kris Worrell

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-m-watson-1584764a" rel="nofollow">Denise Watson</a>. Denise is an editor at <a href="https://www.whro.org/people/denise-watson" rel="nofollow">WHRO Public Media</a> in Norfolk, Virginia. For more than 30 years she was an award-winning writer and features and education editor for the <a href="https://www.pilotonline.com/" rel="nofollow">Virginian-Pilot</a>. She often writes about race and history.</p><p>Additionally, she is a journalist in residence at William &amp; Mary, teaching a masterclass there. And she is a fellow at the <a href="https://mije.org/" rel="nofollow">Maynard Institute for Journalism Education</a>.</p><p>Denise shared many lessons that she applied to her work, including what it means to &#34;vacuum a scene,&#34; how to interview people about their past, and how to do research for a story about a prominent historical event, local or otherwise. She also shared what her classes are like at William &amp; Mary and explained why history is so important to her.</p><p><strong>Story Links</strong></p><p>Story about a woman&#39;s search for her Japanese grandfather who never returned from an internment camp during World War II</p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r14mRphohLD9AIClzEqy4niITfD-txL43i563D3OYIE/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r14mRphohLD9AIClzEqy4niITfD-txL43i563D3OYIE/edit?usp=sharing</a></p><p>17 Students Break Through Color Barrier (50th anniversary in Norfolk)</p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IPT1xhekYGl2SqV5Dm9kSoceCeOjsobGFdBNCPQTtgU/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IPT1xhekYGl2SqV5Dm9kSoceCeOjsobGFdBNCPQTtgU/edit?usp=sharing</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Denise&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://mije.org/" rel="nofollow">The Maynard Institute</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-carrillo-7070545" rel="nofollow">Maria Carrillo</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-worrell-81b07768" rel="nofollow">Kris Worrell</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 40229e96-da25-4c38-a603-58dea3e33da7 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/785c7b36-34fe-4338-8629-1ce523ebd5a9 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2541 no full Leanne Yoon, Journalism Student: Daegu International School (South Korea) Leanne Yoon, Journalism Student: Daegu International School (South Korea) 216 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Leanne Yoon. Leanne is the co-editor in chief of the Jets Flyover, the student news website of Daegu International School in South Korea, where she's in her junior year. Leanne also just started writing a column for Nutgraf News, a student journalism newsletter, and she founded High School Press Central, whose goal is to make student journalism accessible to all by connecting high school journalists across the world to share ideas, resources, and practices. Leanne discussed her diverse living experiences and interests (which include music and public speaking), how she handles her leadership role, challenges related to press freedom limitations, and why she considers it important to leave a legacy. Notable Links Jets Flyover http://jetsflyover.com High School Press Central https://www.hspresscentral.com/ Her story about a notable fencer https://jetsflyover.com/15488/features/under-the-mask-of-azul-rivera-a-young-fencers-leap-of-faith/ Her story about high school dropouts https://jetsflyover.com/16503/features/high-school-dropouts-find-detours-in-purported-dead-ends/ Her co-authored story about deepfakes https://jetsflyover.com/14471/opinions/unmasking-the-truths-of-stolen-faces/ Leanne's salutes: The staff at Jets Flyover, advisor Jefferson Lipsky, the American School in London, and the Columbia Scholastic Press Association Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Leanne Yoon. Leanne is the co-editor in chief of the Jets Flyover, the student news website of Daegu International School in South Korea, where she's in her junior year.

Leanne also just started writing a column for Nutgraf News, a student journalism newsletter, and she founded High School Press Central, whose goal is to make student journalism accessible to all by connecting high school journalists across the world to share ideas, resources, and practices.

Leanne discussed her diverse living experiences and interests (which include music and public speaking), how she handles her leadership role, challenges related to press freedom limitations, and why she considers it important to leave a legacy.

Interested students can e-mail Leanne at hspresscentral@gmail.com

Notable Links

Jets Flyover

http://jetsflyover.com

High School Press Central

https://www.hspresscentral.com/

Her story about a notable fencer

https://jetsflyover.com/15488/features/under-the-mask-of-azul-rivera-a-young-fencers-leap-of-faith/

Her story about high school dropouts

https://jetsflyover.com/16503/features/high-school-dropouts-find-detours-in-purported-dead-ends/

Her co-authored story about deepfakes

https://jetsflyover.com/14471/opinions/unmasking-the-truths-of-stolen-faces/


Leanne's salutes: The staff at Jets Flyover, advisor Jefferson Lipsky, the American School in London, and the Columbia Scholastic Press Association

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://kr.linkedin.com/in/leanne-yoon" rel="nofollow">Leanne Yoon</a>. Leanne is the co-editor in chief of the Jets Flyover, the student news website of Daegu International School in South Korea, where she&#39;s in her junior year.</p><p>Leanne also just started writing a column for <a href="http://nutgrafnews.com" rel="nofollow">Nutgraf News</a>, a student journalism newsletter, and she founded High School Press Central, whose goal is to make student journalism accessible to all by connecting high school journalists across the world to share ideas, resources, and practices.</p><p>Leanne discussed her diverse living experiences and interests (which include music and public speaking), how she handles her leadership role, challenges related to press freedom limitations, and why she considers it important to leave a legacy.</p><p>Interested students can e-mail Leanne at <a href="mailto:hspresscentral@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">hspresscentral@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong><u>Notable Links</u></strong></p><p><strong>Jets Flyover</strong></p><p><a href="http://jetsflyover.com/" rel="nofollow">http://jetsflyover.com</a></p><p><strong>High School Press Central</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.hspresscentral.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.hspresscentral.com/</a></p><p><strong>Her story about a notable fencer</strong></p><p><a href="https://jetsflyover.com/15488/features/under-the-mask-of-azul-rivera-a-young-fencers-leap-of-faith/" rel="nofollow">https://jetsflyover.com/15488/features/under-the-mask-of-azul-rivera-a-young-fencers-leap-of-faith/</a></p><p><strong>Her story about high school dropouts</strong></p><p><a href="https://jetsflyover.com/16503/features/high-school-dropouts-find-detours-in-purported-dead-ends/" rel="nofollow">https://jetsflyover.com/16503/features/high-school-dropouts-find-detours-in-purported-dead-ends/</a></p><p><strong>Her co-authored story about deepfakes</strong></p><p><a href="https://jetsflyover.com/14471/opinions/unmasking-the-truths-of-stolen-faces/" rel="nofollow">https://jetsflyover.com/14471/opinions/unmasking-the-truths-of-stolen-faces/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Leanne&#39;s salutes: </strong>The staff at Jets Flyover, advisor <a href="mailto:jlipsky@dis.sc.kr" rel="nofollow">Jefferson Lipsky</a>, the <a href="https://www.asl.org/" rel="nofollow">American School in London</a>, and the <a href="https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/columbia-scholastic-press-association" rel="nofollow">Columbia Scholastic Press Association</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> d1ecf2ed-5302-4963-b1c6-b77f9b795538 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9fea53b8-28a4-4e4e-ae92-fad4a671b90d Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:00:00 +0000 2365 no full 8 College Student Journalists From The College Media Association Convention 8 College Student Journalists From The College Media Association Convention 215 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by eight students who attended the College Media Association convention a series of mini-interviews that ran 2 to 3 minutes each. The students come from schools in Boston, Virginia, Ohio, and California In these interviews we talked about some of their early-career highlights, important lessons they learned, and how being a journalist impacted them as a person. Students interviewed and their salutes: Maeve Bauer (VCU) – Virginia Walker, Woodgrove High School Maren Halpin (Suffolk University) – practitioner in residence Charles St. Amand Ranjini Shank (Ohio University) – Andrea Lewis, director of student media Ava Jelepis (Ohio) – The staff of The New Political Joseph Dimino (Suffolk) – Charles St. Ahmed Michael Najarian (Suffolk) – former Suffolk Journal editors J.D. Conte and Jamie Taris Brooklyn Leighton (Suffolk) – Shealagh Sullivan and Sally Rooney Nikki Yunker (El Camino College) – Gary Kohatsu, Kate McLaughlin, Stephanie Frith Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by eight students who attended the College Media Association convention a series of mini-interviews that ran 2 to 3 minutes each. The students come from schools in Boston, Virginia, Ohio, and California

In these interviews we talked about some of their early-career highlights, important lessons they learned, and how being a journalist impacted them as a person.

Students interviewed and their salutes:

Maeve Bauer (VCU) – Virginia Walker, Woodgrove High School

Maren Halpin (Suffolk University) – practitioner in residence Charles St. Amand

Ranjini Shank (Ohio University) – Andrea Lewis, director of student media

Ava Jelepis (Ohio) – The staff of The New Political

Joseph Dimino (Suffolk) – Charles St. Ahmand

Michael Najarian  (Suffolk) – former Suffolk Journal editors J.D. Conte and Jamie Taris

Brooklyn Leighton (Suffolk) – Shealagh Sullivan and Sally Rooney

Nikki Yunker (El Camino College) – Gary Kohatsu, Kate McLaughlin, Stephanie Frith


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by eight students who attended the <a href="http://collegemedia.org" rel="nofollow">College Media Association</a> convention a series of mini-interviews that ran 2 to 3 minutes each. The students come from schools in Boston, Virginia, Ohio, and California</p><p>In these interviews we talked about some of their early-career highlights, important lessons they learned, and how being a journalist impacted them as a person.</p><p>Students interviewed and their salutes:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/maeve-bauer-467427289" rel="nofollow">Maeve Bauer</a> (VCU) – <a href="https://www.thewoodgroveoutlander.com/news/2025/02/03/how-a-newspaper-article-is-written/" rel="nofollow">Virginia Walker</a>, Woodgrove High School</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/maren-halpin" rel="nofollow">Maren Halpin</a> (Suffolk University) – practitioner in residence <a href="https://www.suffolk.edu/academics/faculty/s/t/charles-st-amand" rel="nofollow">Charles St. Amand</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranjini-shank-750845295" rel="nofollow">Ranjini Shank</a> (Ohio University) – <a href="https://www.ohio.edu/administrative-senate/lewisa3" rel="nofollow">Andrea Lewis</a>, director of student media</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/avajelepis" rel="nofollow">Ava Jelepis</a> (Ohio) – The staff of <a href="https://www.thenewpolitical.com/" rel="nofollow">The New Political</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-dimino-7296a8297" rel="nofollow">Joseph Dimino</a> (Suffolk) – Charles St. Ahmand</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-najarian-5a245a348/" rel="nofollow">Michael Najarian </a> (Suffolk) – former Suffolk Journal editors <a href="https://www.wwnytv.com/authors/jconte/" rel="nofollow">J.D. Conte</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-taris" rel="nofollow">Jamie Taris</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklyn-o%E2%80%99brien-leighton-b9a867259" rel="nofollow">Brooklyn Leighton</a> (Suffolk) – <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shealagh-sullivan-2959331ba" rel="nofollow">Shealagh Sullivan</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallyrooneyofficial/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Sally Rooney</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-yunker-86bb44341/" rel="nofollow">Nikki Yunker</a> (El Camino College) – <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-kohatsu-b8137418" rel="nofollow">Gary Kohatsu</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-mclaughlin-338b015" rel="nofollow">Kate McLaughlin</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-frith-19316a6" rel="nofollow">Stephanie Frith</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 89603e66-5dd0-41a9-8e4a-2d4cc658d2ef https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6b0db099-3ff6-4b24-941b-c899a9c16d20 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 03:00:00 +0000 1392 no full Nada Hassanein, Health Care Reporter, Stateline Nada Hassanein, Health Care Reporter, Stateline 214 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Nada Hassanein. Nada is a staff writer and health care reporter for Stateline, covering state policy decisions with a focus on inequities. She's been with them for a year and a half. She has previously covered social issues for the Tallahassee Democrat and was also USA Today's national environmental and health inequities reporter. She is a 2015 graduate of the University of Central Florida. Stateline provides free coverage of health care, education, the environment, and other issues that shape lives. It was formerly part of The Pew Charitable Trusts and is now part of States Newsroom. Neda shared how her background as a Middle Eastern North African immigrant influenced her path into journalism and her interest in representing diverse communities. She shared impactful stories such as interviewing Syrian refugee families and a comprehensive series on health deserts affecting minority mothers. She also talked about her writing process, how she gets impactful quotes, and her commitment to holding power accountable. Nada's salute: Her colleagues at Stateline and also CPJ (The Committee to Protect Journalists) Work examples https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/03/09/grateful-but-grieving-syrian-refugee-family-grapples-uprooting/99227598/ https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/04/22/census-change-will-lead-to-more-data-on-health-of-middle-eastern-north-african-people-in-us/ Interview with Sarah Spicer, CPJ https://open.spotify.com/episode/50jyuAPi3oIUhpkQ4NyzQh?autoplay=true Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Nada Hassanein. Nada is a staff writer and health care reporter for Stateline, covering state policy decisions with a focus on inequities. She's been with them for a year and a half. She has previously covered social issues for the Tallahassee Democrat and was also USA Today's national environmental and health inequities reporter. She is a 2015 graduate of the University of Central Florida.

Stateline provides free coverage of health care, education, the environment, and other issues that shape lives. It was formerly part of The Pew Charitable Trusts and is now part of States Newsroom.

Nada shared how her background as a Middle Eastern North African immigrant influenced her path into journalism and her interest in representing diverse communities. She shared impactful stories such as interviewing Syrian refugee families and a comprehensive series on health deserts affecting minority mothers. She also talked about her writing process, how she gets impactful quotes, and her commitment to holding power accountable.

Nada's salute: Her colleagues at Stateline and also CPJ (The Committee to Protect Journalists)


Work examples

https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/03/09/grateful-but-grieving-syrian-refugee-family-grapples-uprooting/99227598/

https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/04/22/census-change-will-lead-to-more-data-on-health-of-middle-eastern-north-african-people-in-us/

https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/maternal-health-care-disparities-people-of-color-rural-america/10086706002/

https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/rural-native-americans-suffer-lack-maternal-health-care-access/10084897002/

Our Interview with Sarah Spicer, CPJ

https://open.spotify.com/episode/50jyuAPi3oIUhpkQ4NyzQh?autoplay=true


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://stateline.org/author/nhassanein/" rel="nofollow">Nada Hassanein</a>. Nada is a staff writer and health care reporter for Stateline, covering state policy decisions with a focus on inequities. She&#39;s been with them for a year and a half. She has previously covered social issues for the Tallahassee Democrat and was also USA Today&#39;s national environmental and health inequities reporter. She is a 2015 graduate of the University of Central Florida.</p><p>Stateline provides free coverage of health care, education, the environment, and other issues that shape lives. It was formerly part of The Pew Charitable Trusts and is now part of <a href="https://statesnewsroom.com/" rel="nofollow">States Newsroom</a>.</p><p>Nada shared how her background as a Middle Eastern North African immigrant influenced her path into journalism and her interest in representing diverse communities. She shared impactful stories such as interviewing Syrian refugee families and a comprehensive series on health deserts affecting minority mothers. She also talked about her writing process, how she gets impactful quotes, and her commitment to holding power accountable.</p><p><strong>Nada&#39;s salute</strong>: Her colleagues at Stateline and also <a href="http://cpj.org/" rel="nofollow">CPJ</a> (The Committee to Protect Journalists)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Work examples</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/03/09/grateful-but-grieving-syrian-refugee-family-grapples-uprooting/99227598/" rel="nofollow">https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/03/09/grateful-but-grieving-syrian-refugee-family-grapples-uprooting/99227598/</a></p><p><a href="https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/04/22/census-change-will-lead-to-more-data-on-health-of-middle-eastern-north-african-people-in-us/" rel="nofollow">https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/04/22/census-change-will-lead-to-more-data-on-health-of-middle-eastern-north-african-people-in-us/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/maternal-health-care-disparities-people-of-color-rural-america/10086706002/" rel="nofollow">https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/maternal-health-care-disparities-people-of-color-rural-america/10086706002/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/rural-native-americans-suffer-lack-maternal-health-care-access/10084897002/" rel="nofollow">https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/health/2022/08/11/rural-native-americans-suffer-lack-maternal-health-care-access/10084897002/</a></p><p><strong>Our Interview with Sarah Spicer, CPJ</strong></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/50jyuAPi3oIUhpkQ4NyzQh?autoplay=true" rel="nofollow">https://open.spotify.com/episode/50jyuAPi3oIUhpkQ4NyzQh?autoplay=true</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 322fc9e5-2479-4471-8c0c-654928d4c0ce https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9e93947d-9a1f-497b-9301-9d77b80160ef Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000 1502 no full Delbert (Del) Ellerton, Journalism Teacher, Midtown High School (Atlanta) Delbert (Del) Ellerton, Journalism Teacher, Midtown High School (Atlanta) 213 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Del Ellerton. Del is a journalism teacher at Midtown High School, formerly Grady High School, in Atlanta, where he's also the school's track and field coach (he previously coached football too) for a school that has won a bunch of city and region championships. Del is a Mississippi native whose experience includes 10 years as a journalist at places including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Bloomberg News and 22 years as a teacher. He's advised student media since 2008. Del is a grad of Grady himself as well as the University of Georgia college of business with a masters in journalism from Columbia. Del talked about becoming a teacher, how he teaches his classes, balancing teaching and coaching, and the stories his students report on. Read the work of Del's students in The Southerner https://thesoutherneronline.com/ Del's salutes: William Raspberry, Byron Pitts, Robin Roberts, John Blake, Monica Pierce Kaufman and Max Robinson Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com It's Scholastic Journalism Week - On this episode we're joined by Del Ellerton. Del is a journalism teacher at Midtown High School, formerly Grady High School, in Atlanta, where he's also the school's track and field coach (he previously coached football too) for a school that has won a bunch of city and region championships.

Del is a Mississippi native whose experience includes 10 years as a journalist at places including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Bloomberg News and 22 years as a teacher. He's advised student media since 2008. Del is a grad of Grady himself as well as the University of Georgia College of Business with a masters in journalism from Columbia.

Del talked about becoming a teacher, how he teaches his classes, balancing teaching and coaching, and the stories his students report on.

Read the work of Del's students in The Southerner

https://thesoutherneronline.com/

Del's salutes:

William Raspberry, Byron Pitts, Robin Roberts, John Blake, Monica Kaufman Pearson, and Max Robinson

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]]> <p>It&#39;s Scholastic Journalism Week - On this episode we&#39;re joined by Del Ellerton. Del is a journalism teacher at Midtown High School, formerly Grady High School, in Atlanta, where he&#39;s also the school&#39;s track and field coach (he previously coached football too) for a school that has won a bunch of city and region championships.</p><p>Del is a Mississippi native whose experience includes 10 years as a journalist at places including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Bloomberg News and 22 years as a teacher. He&#39;s advised student media since 2008. Del is a grad of Grady himself as well as the University of Georgia College of Business with a masters in journalism from Columbia.</p><p>Del talked about becoming a teacher, how he teaches his classes, balancing teaching and coaching, and the stories his students report on.</p><p>Read the work of Del&#39;s students in The Southerner</p><p><a href="https://thesoutherneronline.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thesoutherneronline.com/</a></p><p><strong>Del&#39;s salutes:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/william-raspberry" rel="nofollow">William Raspberry</a>, <a href="https://horatioalger.org/members/detail/byron-pitts/" rel="nofollow">Byron Pitts</a>, <a href="https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/robin-roberts-gma-return-118959020" rel="nofollow">Robin Roberts</a>, <a href="https://johnkblake.com/" rel="nofollow">John Blake</a>, <a href="https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/authors/monica.pearson/" rel="nofollow">Monica Kaufman Pearson</a>, and <a href="https://www.wsls.com/news/2025/02/17/max-robinson-the-first-african-american-broadcast-network-news-anchor/" rel="nofollow">Max Robinson</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> ca68e186-ebff-40cb-9903-72d77bb6b846 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0d63347e-4e79-41e2-a355-50577f24da20 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2557 no full Damaso Reyes: Executive & Investigative Editor, New York Amsterdam News Damaso Reyes: Executive & Investigative Editor, New York Amsterdam News 212 1 Mark Simon In this episode, we're joined by Damaso Reyes. Damaso is both the executive and investigative editor at New York Amsterdam News, one of the oldest Black weeklies in the United States. Damaso has nearly 30 years of experience in journalism. Last year, he won the National Association of Black Journalists Ida B Wells Award. That's given to someone providing distinguished leadership in increasing access and opportunities for Black journalists and improving the coverage of communities of color in American media. Damaso discussed his early newspaper influences from growing up in Brooklyn, particularly in how he felt his neighborhood was not covered fairly. He shared his interest and history with photojournalism and international news coverage. He also explained the formation of Amsterdam News' investigative unit, Blacklight, and talked about series he'd worked on related to the aftermath of gun violence and also to bail reform. He spoke about the challenges of covering the city and his desire to affect change. Damaso's salute: Ida B. Wells and the NABJ. In this episode, we're joined by Damaso Reyes. Damaso is both the executive and investigative editor at New York Amsterdam News, one of the oldest Black weeklies in the United States.

Damaso has nearly 30 years of experience in journalism. Last year, he won the National Association of Black Journalists Ida B Wells Award. That's given to someone providing distinguished leadership in increasing access and opportunities for Black journalists and improving the coverage of communities of color in American media.

Damaso discussed his early newspaper influences from growing up in Brooklyn, particularly in how he felt his neighborhood was not covered fairly. He shared his interest and history with photojournalism and international news coverage.

He also explained the formation of Amsterdam News' investigative unit, Blacklight, and talked about series he'd worked on related to the aftermath of gun violence and also to bail reform. He spoke about the challenges of covering the city and his desire to affect change.

Damaso's salute: Ida B. Wells and the NABJ.


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]]> <p>In this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="http://www.damaso.com/" rel="nofollow">Damaso Reyes</a>. Damaso is both the executive and investigative editor at <a href="http://amsterdamnews.com/" rel="nofollow">New York Amsterdam News</a>, one of the oldest Black weeklies in the United States.</p><p>Damaso has nearly 30 years of experience in journalism. Last year, he won the National Association of Black Journalists Ida B Wells Award. That&#39;s given to someone providing distinguished leadership in increasing access and opportunities for Black journalists and improving the coverage of communities of color in American media.</p><p>Damaso discussed his early newspaper influences from growing up in Brooklyn, particularly in how he felt his neighborhood was not covered fairly. He shared his interest and history with photojournalism and international news coverage.</p><p>He also explained the formation of Amsterdam News&#39; investigative unit, <a href="https://amsterdamnews.com/blacklight-whoweare/" rel="nofollow">Blacklight</a>, and talked about series he&#39;d worked on related to the aftermath of <a href="https://amsterdamnews.com/beyond/" rel="nofollow">gun violence</a> and also to <a href="https://amsterdamnews.com/bail-reform/" rel="nofollow">bail reform</a>. He spoke about the challenges of covering the city and his desire to affect change.</p><p><strong>Damaso&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/ida-b-wells-barnett" rel="nofollow">Ida B. Wells</a> and the <a href="http://nabj.org/" rel="nofollow">NABJ</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> f134b7b8-5a1d-42f4-b497-acabe07061c4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/de338f86-823a-4741-8aca-8ab203527979 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2691 no full Jada Vasser, Human Resources Manager, The State News (Michigan State University) Jada Vasser, Human Resources Manager, The State News (Michigan State University) 211 1 Mark Simon In this episode, we are joined by Jada Vassar, Human Resources Manager for the State News at Michigan State University and host of the award-winning podcast 'All Shades of Chocolate'. Jada discussed her journey into journalism, the impact of her family and upbringing in Detroit, and her various roles at the State News, with an emphasis on her work in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and her current role, which she created. She also shared her experiences with the New York Times Student Corps, her internship at Planet Detroit, and her aspirations in journalism. Jada highlighted the importance of representation and advocacy for marginalized communities and detailed her efforts to foster diversity and support within her newsroom. Jada's salutes: Outlier Media, SaMya Overall, and Ida B. Wells Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, we are joined by Jada Vassar, Human Resources Manager for the State News at Michigan State University and host of the award-winning podcast 'All Shades of Chocolate'.

Jada discussed her journey into journalism, the impact of her family and upbringing in Detroit, and her various roles at the State News, with an emphasis on her work in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and her current role, which she created. She also shared her experiences with the New York Times Student Corps, her internship at Planet Detroit, and her aspirations in journalism.

Jada highlighted the importance of representation and advocacy for marginalized communities and detailed her efforts to foster diversity and support within her newsroom.

Jada's salutes: Outlier Media, SaMya Overall, and Ida B. Wells 

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]]> <p><span>In this episode, we are joined by Jada Vassar, Human Resources Manager for the State News at Michigan State University and host of the award-winning podcast &#39;All Shades of Chocolate&#39;. </span></p><p><span>Jada discussed her journey into journalism, the impact of her family and upbringing in Detroit, and her various roles at the State News, with an emphasis on her work in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&amp;I) and her current role, which she created. She also shared her experiences with the </span><em>New York Times</em><span> Student Corps, her internship at Planet Detroit, and her aspirations in journalism. </span></p><p><span>Jada highlighted the importance of representation and advocacy for marginalized communities and detailed her efforts to foster diversity and support within her newsroom.</span></p><p><strong>Jada&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="http://outliermedia.org" rel="nofollow">Outlier Media</a>, <a href="https://outliermedia.org/author/samya-overall/" rel="nofollow"><u>SaMya Overall</u></a><a href="https://outliermedia.org/author/samya-overall/" rel="nofollow">,</a> and <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/ida-b-wells-barnett" rel="nofollow">Ida B. Wells</a><span> </span> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 1722678c-b81a-4ac6-951a-96fd398f14dc https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f464e0db-a56a-4533-a25b-5f1522cb577b Tue, 11 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2253 no full Eda Uzunlar, WSHU-FM Arts & Culture Reporter and News Anchor Eda Uzunlar, WSHU-FM Arts & Culture Reporter and News Anchor 210 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Eda Uzunlar. Eda is the arts and culture reporter and a news anchor for WSHU Public Radio, an NPR affiliate in Connecticut that covers both that state and Long Island, New York. Eda is a first generation Turkish-American who grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota. In addition to radio and print work, she's also done illustrations, graphics, and comics journalism. Eda is a graduate of Yale University Eda talked about her having a curious nature from a very early age, as well as her early interest in radio. She explained the importance of being an emotive speaker in her reporting and anchoring work and someone who tries to make her stories as easy to understand as possible. Eda also discussed how she manages her passions for print, audio, and illustrative journalism. She shared how she comes up with story ideas and how she relates to interview subjects. Examples of her work The local teen with a technology museum https://www.wshu.org/connecticut-news/2024-08-12/ct-teen-westport-tech-museum-historic-innovations Illustrative piece on maternal health care challenges https://wyofile.com/saras-story-one-womans-birthing-trials-underscores-broader-challenges/ The evil eye (nazar) and what it means in different cultures https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/p/CyJUKOUMjMN/?img_index=4 Eda's salutes: Tennessee Watson (Wyofile) and Fatma Tanis and Jasmine Garsd (NPR) Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Eda Uzunlar. Eda is the arts and culture reporter and a news anchor for WSHU Public Radio, an NPR affiliate in Connecticut that covers both that state and Long Island, New York.

Eda is a first generation Turkish-American who grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota. In addition to radio and print work, she's also done illustrations, graphics, and comics journalism. Eda is a graduate of Yale University

Eda talked about her having a curious nature from a very early age, as well as her early interest in radio. She explained the importance of being an emotive speaker in her reporting and anchoring work and someone who tries to make her stories as easy to understand as possible.

Eda also discussed how she manages her passions for print, audio, and illustrative journalism. She shared how she comes up with story ideas and how she relates to interview subjects.

Examples of her work

The local teen with a technology museum

https://www.wshu.org/connecticut-news/2024-08-12/ct-teen-westport-tech-museum-historic-innovations

Illustrative piece on maternal health care challenges

https://wyofile.com/saras-story-one-womans-birthing-trials-underscores-broader-challenges/

The evil eye (nazar) and what it means in different cultures

https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/p/CyJUKOUMjMN/?img_index=4

Eda's salutes: Tennessee Watson (Wyofile) and Fatma Tanis and Jasmine Garsd (NPR)


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.wshu.org/people/eda-uzunlar-1" rel="nofollow">Eda Uzunlar</a>. Eda is the arts and culture reporter and a news anchor for <a href="https://www.wshu.org/" rel="nofollow">WSHU Public Radio</a>, an NPR affiliate in Connecticut that covers both that state and Long Island, New York.</p><p>Eda is a first generation Turkish-American who grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota. In addition to radio and print work, she&#39;s also done illustrations, graphics, and comics journalism. Eda is a graduate of Yale University</p><p>Eda talked about her having a curious nature from a very early age, as well as her early interest in radio. She explained the importance of being an emotive speaker in her reporting and anchoring work and someone who tries to make her stories as easy to understand as possible.</p><p>Eda also discussed how she manages her passions for print, audio, and illustrative journalism. She shared how she comes up with story ideas and how she relates to interview subjects.</p><p><strong><u>Examples of her work</u></strong></p><p><strong>The local teen with a technology museum</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.wshu.org/connecticut-news/2024-08-12/ct-teen-westport-tech-museum-historic-innovations" rel="nofollow">https://www.wshu.org/connecticut-news/2024-08-12/ct-teen-westport-tech-museum-historic-innovations</a></p><p><strong>Illustrative piece on maternal health care challenges</strong></p><p><a href="https://wyofile.com/saras-story-one-womans-birthing-trials-underscores-broader-challenges/" rel="nofollow">https://wyofile.com/saras-story-one-womans-birthing-trials-underscores-broader-challenges/</a></p><p><strong>The evil eye (nazar) and what it means in different cultures</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/p/CyJUKOUMjMN/?img_index=4" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/p/CyJUKOUMjMN/?img_index=4</a></p><p><strong>Eda&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://wyofile.com/author/tennessee-watson/" rel="nofollow">Tennessee Watson</a> (Wyofile) and <a href="https://www.npr.org/people/607433023/fatma-tanis" rel="nofollow">Fatma Tanis</a> and <a href="https://www.npr.org/people/297147616/jasmine-garsd" rel="nofollow">Jasmine Garsd</a> (NPR)</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 9388895c-3560-4698-b094-a7253db5b6e0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/bb59edcc-8ff8-4d52-bb16-999ceb51dc92 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2271 no full DorMiya Vance, Reporter WABE-FM, Atlanta (Report for America) DorMiya Vance, Reporter WABE-FM, Atlanta (Report for America) 209 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Dormiya Vance. Dormiya is a multimedia reporter for WABE, the NPR and PBS affiliate serving Atlanta, Georgia. She's been with them for almost 3 years. Dormiya is a graduate of an HBCU, Fayetteville State University with a masters from Georgia State. She's part of Report for America, a non-profit that provides and helps pay the salaries of journalists at newsrooms across the country. Dormiya talked about taking on a radio job without having experience in radio and how she learned what to do on the job. She gave examples of the reporting she did and explained how she gets her story ideas. And she talked about the value of both an HBCU education and of working with Report for America. Dormiya's salutes: Journalists of Color at WABE (including Marlon Hyde, Julien Virgin, Rahul Bali, Jasmine Robinson) and also Ethel Payne, The First Lady of the Black Press Story examples Blighted properties in South Dekalb https://www.wabe.org/whos-responsible-for-south-dekalbs-blighted-properties/ Atlanta's LGBTQ rappers and hip hop artists https://www.wabe.org/queering-the-mic-lack-of-representation-in-hip-hop-creates-challenges-for-lgbtq-atlanta-rappers/ Atlanta's transgender basketball league https://www.wabe.org/how-a-transgender-basketball-league-is-creating-space-for-trans-people-in-atlanta/ Black Women Mayor's Roundtable https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XS95Xnhdio4 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by DorMiya Vance. DorMiya is a multimedia reporter for WABE, the NPR and PBS affiliate serving Atlanta, Georgia. She's been with them for almost 3 years.

DorMiya is a graduate of an HBCU, Fayetteville State University with a masters from Georgia State. She's part of Report for America, a non-profit that provides and helps pay the salaries of journalists at newsrooms across the country.

DorMiya talked about taking on a radio job without having experience in radio and how she learned what to do on the job. She gave examples of the reporting she did and explained how she gets her story ideas. And she talked about the value of both an HBCU education and of working with Report for America.

DorMiya's salutes: Journalists of Color at WABE (including Marlon Hyde, Julien Virgin, Rahul Bali, Jasmine Robinson) and also Ethel Payne, The First Lady of the Black Press


Story examples

Blighted properties in South Dekalb

https://www.wabe.org/whos-responsible-for-south-dekalbs-blighted-properties/

Atlanta's LGBTQ rappers and hip hop artists

https://www.wabe.org/queering-the-mic-lack-of-representation-in-hip-hop-creates-challenges-for-lgbtq-atlanta-rappers/

Atlanta's transgender basketball league

https://www.wabe.org/how-a-transgender-basketball-league-is-creating-space-for-trans-people-in-atlanta/

Black Women Mayor's Roundtable

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XS95Xnhdio4


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/dormiya-vance/" rel="nofollow">DorMiya Vance</a>. DorMiya is a multimedia reporter for <a href="http://wabe.org" rel="nofollow">WABE</a>, the NPR and PBS affiliate serving Atlanta, Georgia. She&#39;s been with them for almost 3 years.</p><p>DorMiya is a graduate of an HBCU, Fayetteville State University with a masters from Georgia State. She&#39;s part of <a href="http://reportforamerica.org" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>, a non-profit that provides and helps pay the salaries of journalists at newsrooms across the country.</p><p>DorMiya talked about taking on a radio job without having experience in radio and how she learned what to do on the job. She gave examples of the reporting she did and explained how she gets her story ideas. And she talked about the value of both an HBCU education and of working with Report for America.</p><p><strong>DorMiya&#39;s salutes</strong>: Journalists of Color at WABE (including <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/marlon-hyde/" rel="nofollow">Marlon Hyde</a>, <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/julien-virgin/" rel="nofollow">Julien Virgin</a>, <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/rahul-bali/" rel="nofollow">Rahul Bali</a>, <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/jasmine-robinson/" rel="nofollow">Jasmine Robinson</a>) and also <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/ethel-payne" rel="nofollow">Ethel Payne, The First Lady of the Black Press</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Story examples</strong></p><p>Blighted properties in South Dekalb</p><p><a href="https://www.wabe.org/whos-responsible-for-south-dekalbs-blighted-properties/" rel="nofollow">https://www.wabe.org/whos-responsible-for-south-dekalbs-blighted-properties/</a></p><p>Atlanta&#39;s LGBTQ rappers and hip hop artists</p><p><a href="https://www.wabe.org/queering-the-mic-lack-of-representation-in-hip-hop-creates-challenges-for-lgbtq-atlanta-rappers/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.wabe.org/queering-the-mic-lack-of-representation-in-hip-hop-creates-challenges-for-lgbtq-atlanta-rappers/</strong></a></p><p>Atlanta&#39;s transgender basketball league</p><p><a href="https://www.wabe.org/how-a-transgender-basketball-league-is-creating-space-for-trans-people-in-atlanta/" rel="nofollow">https://www.wabe.org/how-a-transgender-basketball-league-is-creating-space-for-trans-people-in-atlanta/</a></p><p>Black Women Mayor&#39;s Roundtable</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XS95Xnhdio4" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XS95Xnhdio4</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> db5b2f04-2e15-4379-96e6-468eca8d053d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8855226e-1376-4bd7-96b9-fbef725dc2c2 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000 1980 no full Katelyn Vue, Reporter: Sahan Journal Katelyn Vue, Reporter: Sahan Journal 208 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Katelyn Vue. Katelyn is a reporter for the non-profit newsroom Sahan Journal in Minnesota covering the immigration and housing beats. She's been with them for a little over 2 years. In 2024 she shared the Young Journalist of the Year award from the Minnesota branch of the Society of Professional Journalists. Katelyn is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. She's our 2nd Hmong guest to appear, joining tv news anchor Chenue Her. Katelyn is a product of Report for America, a non-profit that helps pay the salaries of journalists across the country. Applications to join the next Report for America corps of reporters are due on February 3. Katelyn talked about the importance of building trust with sources and recounted notable stories, including those on housing issues and different cultural communities. She also reflected on the challenges and rewards of her work, the impact of Report for America on her career, and the importance of maintaining mental health as a journalist. Notable articles You live day by day’: Language, cultural stigma add to barriers for unhoused Hmong https://sahanjournal.com/housing/hmong-homeless-st-paul-minnesota-encampments The funeral with 400 Whopper Juniors https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/burger-king-whopper-jr-400-burgers-hmong-funeral/ The West Side Flats Displacement https://sahanjournal.com/housing/st-paul-west-side-flats-displacement-report-apology-reparations/ Lebanese Community Response To Israeli Attacks https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/lebanon-minnesota-community-response-israeli-attacks/ Katelyn's Salutes: Susan Du, Minneapolis Star Tribune and Chao Xiong, Sahan Journal Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Katelyn Vue. Katelyn is a reporter for the non-profit newsroom Sahan Journal in Minnesota covering the immigration and housing beats. She's been with them for a little over 2 years. In 2024 she shared the Young Journalist of the Year award from the Minnesota branch of the Society of Professional Journalists.

Katelyn is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. She's our 2nd Hmong guest to appear, joining tv news anchor Chenue Her.

Katelyn is a product of Report for America, a non-profit that helps pay the salaries of journalists across the country. Applications to join the next Report for America corps of reporters are due on February 3.

Katelyn talked about the importance of building trust with sources and recounted notable stories, including those on housing issues and different cultural communities. She also reflected on the challenges and rewards of her work, the impact of Report for America on her career, and the importance of maintaining mental health as a journalist.

Notable articles

You live day by day’: Language, cultural stigma add to barriers for unhoused Hmong

https://sahanjournal.com/housing/hmong-homeless-st-paul-minnesota-encampments

The funeral with 400 Whopper Juniors

https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/burger-king-whopper-jr-400-burgers-hmong-funeral/

The West Side Flats Displacement

https://sahanjournal.com/housing/st-paul-west-side-flats-displacement-report-apology-reparations/

 Lebanese Community Response To Israeli Attacks

https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/lebanon-minnesota-community-response-israeli-attacks/

Katelyn's Salutes: Susan Du, Minneapolis Star Tribune and Chao Xiong, Sahan Journal


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://sahanjournal.com/author/katelyn-vue/" rel="nofollow">Katelyn Vue</a>. Katelyn is a reporter for the non-profit newsroom <a href="http://sahanjournal.com/" rel="nofollow">Sahan Journal</a> in Minnesota covering the immigration and housing beats. She&#39;s been with them for a little over 2 years. In 2024 she shared the Young Journalist of the Year award from the Minnesota branch of the Society of Professional Journalists.</p><p>Katelyn is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. She&#39;s our 2nd Hmong guest to appear, joining tv news anchor <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/pt/podcast/chenue-her-morning-news-anchor-woi-des-moines/id1526063503?i=1000655505564" rel="nofollow">Chenue Her</a>.</p><p>Katelyn is a product of Report for America, a non-profit that helps pay the salaries of journalists across the country. <a href="https://reportforamerica.submittable.com/submit/310201/2025-2026-rfa-corps-member-application#:~:text=Ends%20on%20Mon%2C%20Feb%203,to%20Apply:%20February%203%2C%202025" rel="nofollow">Applications to join the next Report for America corps of reporters are due on February 3.</a></p><p>Katelyn talked about the importance of building trust with sources and recounted notable stories, including those on housing issues and different cultural communities. She also reflected on the challenges and rewards of her work, the impact of Report for America on her career, and the importance of maintaining mental health as a journalist.</p><p><strong><u>Notable articles</u></strong></p><p><strong>You live day by day’: Language, cultural stigma add to barriers for unhoused Hmong</strong></p><p><a href="https://sahanjournal.com/housing/hmong-homeless-st-paul-minnesota-encampments" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://sahanjournal.com/housing/hmong-homeless-st-paul-minnesota-encampments</strong></a></p><p><strong>The funeral with 400 Whopper Juniors</strong></p><p><a href="https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/burger-king-whopper-jr-400-burgers-hmong-funeral/" rel="nofollow">https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/burger-king-whopper-jr-400-burgers-hmong-funeral/</a></p><p><strong>The West Side Flats Displacement</strong></p><p><a href="https://sahanjournal.com/housing/st-paul-west-side-flats-displacement-report-apology-reparations/" rel="nofollow">https://sahanjournal.com/housing/st-paul-west-side-flats-displacement-report-apology-reparations/</a></p><p><strong> Lebanese Community Response To Israeli Attacks</strong></p><p><a href="https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/lebanon-minnesota-community-response-israeli-attacks/" rel="nofollow">https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/lebanon-minnesota-community-response-israeli-attacks/</a></p><p><strong>Katelyn&#39;s Salutes: </strong><a href="https://www.startribune.com/susan-du/6370761" rel="nofollow">Susan Du</a>, Minneapolis Star Tribune and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chao-xiong-084a474" rel="nofollow">Chao Xiong</a>, Sahan Journal</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 3a408a1e-200f-4957-ab7d-48173790a004 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/77086aea-fbae-484d-a74f-34869e4873b4 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2070 no full Jennifer Berry Hawes, Reporter, ProPublica; Book Author and Pulitzer winner Jennifer Berry Hawes, Reporter, ProPublica; Book Author and Pulitzer winner 207 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Jennifer Berry Hawes. Jennifer is a reporter for the non-profit ProPublica focusing on criminal justice, religion, race, and the welfare of women and children in the southern part of the United States. Prior to ProPublica, Jennifer was a longtime Watchdog and Public Service reporter for The Charleston Post and Courier. She was part of a team that won a Pulitzer Prize in 2015 for Public Service for a series about South Carolina's failure to protect women from domestic violence. She's won several other prominent awards. Her book- Grace Will Lead Us Home- about a mass shooting in a South Carolina church was published in 2019. Jennifer discussed her work on stories about domestic violence, segregation academies, human trafficking, and the challenges of reporting on emotionally taxing topics, while emphasizing the importance of empathy, detailed storytelling, and teamwork in journalism. This episode abounds with lessons for aspiring journalists in how to excel at longform reporting. Jennifer's salute: Asheville Watchdog On this episode, we're joined by Jennifer Berry Hawes. Jennifer is a reporter for the non-profit ProPublica focusing on criminal justice, religion, race, and the welfare of women and children in the southern part of the United States.

Prior to ProPublica, Jennifer was a longtime Watchdog and Public Service reporter for The Charleston Post and Courier. She was part of a team that won a Pulitzer Prize in 2015 for Public Service for a series about South Carolina's failure to protect women from domestic violence. She's won several other prominent awards. Her book- Grace Will Lead Us Home- about a mass shooting in a South Carolina church was published in 2019.

Jennifer discussed her work on stories about domestic violence, segregation academies, human trafficking, and the challenges of reporting on emotionally taxing topics, while emphasizing the importance of empathy, detailed storytelling, and teamwork in journalism.

This episode abounds with lessons for aspiring journalists in how to excel at longform reporting.

Jennifer's salute: Asheville Watchdog


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-berry-hawes-6818043b" rel="nofollow">Jennifer Berry Hawes</a>. Jennifer is a reporter for the non-profit <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow">ProPublica</a> focusing on criminal justice, religion, race, and the welfare of women and children in the southern part of the United States.</p><p>Prior to ProPublica, Jennifer was a longtime Watchdog and Public Service reporter for <a href="http://postandcourier.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Charleston Post and Courier</em></a>. She was part of a team that won a Pulitzer Prize in 2015 for Public Service for <a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/post-and-courier#:~:text=For%20%22Till%20Death%20Do%20Us,left)%2C%20and%20Lee%20C." rel="nofollow">a series about South Carolina&#39;s failure to protect women from domestic violence</a>. She&#39;s won several other prominent awards. Her book- <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Will-Lead-Home-Forgiveness/dp/1250117763" rel="nofollow"><em>Grace Will Lead Us Home</em></a>- about a mass shooting in a South Carolina church was published in 2019. </p><p>Jennifer discussed her work on stories about domestic violence, <a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/segregation-academies-public-schools-amite-county-mississippi" rel="nofollow">segregation academies</a>, <a href="https://www.postandcourier.com/news/special_reports/one-sc-mans-journey-to-freedom-after-years-in-modern-day-slavery/article_f0fb3d58-7dfd-11ec-a7f4-2fc0f52d0b94.html" rel="nofollow">human trafficking</a>, and the challenges of reporting on emotionally taxing topics, while emphasizing the importance of empathy, detailed storytelling, and teamwork in journalism. </p><p>This episode abounds with lessons for aspiring journalists in how to excel at longform reporting.</p><p><strong>Jennifer&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="https://avlwatchdog.org/" rel="nofollow">Asheville Watchdog</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 0df16248-c1c4-4870-81ee-de7ffa8b0925 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1c34754f-2f08-4860-b66b-58c9f854bc60 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2454 no full High School Students Poojasai Kona and Nico Fischer, PBS Student Reporting Labs - On Our Minds: Election 2024 Podcast Hosts High School Students Poojasai Kona and Nico Fischer, PBS Student Reporting Labs - On Our Minds: Election 2024 Podcast Hosts 206 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by student journalists Poojasai Kona and Nico Fischer. They are wrapping up their time as this season's hosts for On Our Minds: Election 2024, a podcast run by the PBS News Hour Student Reporting Labs. Poojasai is an 11th grader at Frisco High School in Texas. Nico is an 11th grader at Santa Clara High School in California. You'll also hear from Christine Zirneklis, the organization's director of communication and partnerships and Briget Ganske, youth media producer and lead podcast producer for Student Reporting Labs. The two students, who come from vastly different backgrounds, share insights into the skills they've gained from working on the podcast (particularly the importance of gaining self-confidence), the need for diverse youth perspectives in media, and stories of their triumphs and rejections. They also talk about balancing school and their outside activities and managing their mental health. Christine and Briget share some background on the program, what is so impressive about the students who work on it, and how other students can get involved. Poojasai's salutes: All the people at Student Reporting Labs; Neha Madhira, New Voices Nico's salutes: Amanda Vigil, digital producer and youth specialist at KQED Public Radio Washington Post reporter Arelis Hernández Notable Links Where to find On Our Minds Election 2024 (select your app of choice) https://studentreportinglabs.org/on-our-minds/ Teen Vogue article referenced by Nico about conspiracy theories aimed at Latino men https://www.teenvogue.com/story/conspiracy-theories-young-latino-men-gaming-sports-sites Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by student journalists Poojasai Kona and Nico Fischer. They are wrapping up their time as this season's hosts for On Our Minds: Election 2024, a podcast run by the PBS News Hour Student Reporting Labs. Poojasai is an 11th grader at Frisco High School in Texas. Nico is an 11th grader at Santa Clara High School in California.

You'll also hear from Christine Zirneklis, the organization's director of communication and partnerships and Briget Ganske, youth media producer and lead podcast producer for Student Reporting Labs.

The two students, who come from vastly different backgrounds, share insights into the skills they've gained from working on the podcast (particularly the importance of gaining self-confidence), the need for diverse youth perspectives in media, and stories of their triumphs and rejections. They also talk about balancing school and their outside activities and managing their mental health.

Christine and Briget share some background on the program, what is so impressive about the students who work on it, and how other students can get involved. Both students saluted Student Reporting Labs, as well as ...

Poojasai's salutes: Neha Madhira, New Voices

Nico's salutes: Amanda Vigil, digital producer and youth specialist at KQED Public Radio and Washington Post reporter Arelis Hernández


Notable Links

Where to find On Our Minds Election 2024 (select your app of choice)

https://studentreportinglabs.org/on-our-minds/

Teen Vogue article referenced by Nico about conspiracy theories aimed at Latino men

https://www.teenvogue.com/story/conspiracy-theories-young-latino-men-gaming-sports-sites

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by student journalists <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojasai-kona-3b5349276" rel="nofollow">Poojasai Kona</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nico-fischer-b61401207" rel="nofollow">Nico Fischer</a>. They are wrapping up their time as this season&#39;s hosts for <a href="https://studentreportinglabs.org/on-our-minds/" rel="nofollow">On Our Minds: Election 2024</a>, a podcast run by the <a href="https://studentreportinglabs.org/" rel="nofollow">PBS News Hour Student Reporting Labs</a>. Poojasai is an 11th grader at Frisco High School in Texas. Nico is an 11th grader at Santa Clara High School in California.</p><p>You&#39;ll also hear from <a href="https://christinezirneklis.com/" rel="nofollow">Christine Zirneklis</a>, the organization&#39;s director of communication and partnerships and <a href="https://www.brigetganske.com/" rel="nofollow">Briget Ganske</a>, youth media producer and lead podcast producer for Student Reporting Labs.</p><p>The two students, who come from vastly different backgrounds, share insights into the skills they&#39;ve gained from working on the podcast (particularly the importance of gaining self-confidence), the need for diverse youth perspectives in media, and stories of their triumphs and rejections. They also talk about balancing school and their outside activities and managing their mental health.</p><p>Christine and Briget share some background on the program, what is so impressive about the students who work on it, and how other students can get involved. Both students saluted Student Reporting Labs, as well as ...</p><p><strong>Poojasai&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://nehamadhira.com/" rel="nofollow">Neha Madhira</a>, New Voices</p><p><strong>Nico&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-vigil-54b74542" rel="nofollow">Amanda Vigil</a>, digital producer and youth specialist at KQED Public Radio and Washington Post reporter <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/arelis-r-hernandez/" rel="nofollow">Arelis Hernández</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Notable Links</strong></p><p>Where to find On Our Minds Election 2024 (select your app of choice)</p><p><a href="https://studentreportinglabs.org/on-our-minds/" rel="nofollow">https://studentreportinglabs.org/on-our-minds/</a></p><p>Teen Vogue article referenced by Nico about conspiracy theories aimed at Latino men</p><p><a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/story/conspiracy-theories-young-latino-men-gaming-sports-sites" rel="nofollow">https://www.teenvogue.com/story/conspiracy-theories-young-latino-men-gaming-sports-sites</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 7ea47d29-5b86-4a43-8d5d-d4556e711b12 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e932ac3b-cc0e-4399-9f0c-a05aa25731b7 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000 2632 no full Tony Bartelme, Senior Projects Reporter: Charleston Post & Courier Tony Bartelme, Senior Projects Reporter: Charleston Post & Courier 205 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Tony Bartelme. Tony is the senior projects reporter for the Charleston Post and Courier, for whom he has worked for 35 years. He's a 4-time Pulitzer Prize finalist with one designation in four different categories (explanatory, breaking, feature, and local reporting). He's also the author of 4 books, most recently A Surgeon in the Village, an American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa in 2017. And he's done other recent reporting in both Greenland and Africa as well, as relates to the origin of hurricanes that have hit South Carolina. Tony shared how his reporting on hurricanes came together, how an Elvis impersonator helped him explain what happened as they watched glaciers met, what goes into writing cinematically, and how an angeltree played a pivotal role in his career. He also discussed the evolving mission of local newspapers amid current media dynamics. Tony's salute: The Pulitzer Center Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by Tony Bartelme. Tony is the senior projects reporter for the Charleston Post and Courier, for whom he has worked for 35 years. He's a four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist with one designation in four different categories (explanatory, breaking, feature, and local reporting).

He's also the author of 4 books, most recently A Surgeon in the Village, an American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa in 2017. And he's done other recent reporting in both Greenland and Africa as well, as relates to the origin of hurricanes that have hit South Carolina.

Tony shared how his reporting on hurricanes came together, how an Elvis impersonator helped him explain what happened as they watched glaciers met, what goes into writing cinematically, and how an angeltree played a pivotal role in his career. He also discussed the evolving mission of local newspapers amid current media dynamics. 


Tony's salute: The Pulitzer Center

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.postandcourier.com/users/profile/tonybartelme/" rel="nofollow">Tony Bartelme</a>. Tony is the senior projects reporter for the <a href="http://www.charlestonpostandcourier.com/" rel="nofollow">Charleston Post and Courier</a>, for whom he has worked for 35 years. He&#39;s a four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist with one designation in four different categories (explanatory, breaking, feature, and local reporting).</p><p>He&#39;s also the author of 4 books, most recently <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Surgeon-Village-American-Teaches-Surgery/dp/0807044881" rel="nofollow"><em>A Surgeon in the Village, an American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa</em></a> in 2017. And he&#39;s done other recent reporting in both <a href="https://www.postandcourier.com/greenland/" rel="nofollow">Greenland</a> and <a href="https://www.postandcourier.com/hurricanewire/will-hurricanes-hammer-the-east-coast-we-traveled-to-the-sahara-desert-to-find-answers/article_5b1d8650-f3e1-11ed-9a53-3b8fb6f41c60.html" rel="nofollow">Africa</a> as well, as relates to the origin of hurricanes that have hit South Carolina.</p><p>Tony shared how his reporting on hurricanes came together, how an Elvis impersonator helped him explain what happened as they watched glaciers met, what goes into writing cinematically, and how an angeltree played a pivotal role in his career. He also discussed the evolving mission of local newspapers amid current media dynamics. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Tony&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="http://pulitzercenter.org/" rel="nofollow">The Pulitzer Center</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> da95a360-0881-4cfc-a765-7bd4c67da4e8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/edf126bc-aeb5-4db9-8f89-8cde1528878d Mon, 30 Dec 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2263 no full Diego Mendoza-Moyers, Energy and Evironment Reporter, El Paso Matters Diego Mendoza-Moyers, Energy and Evironment Reporter, El Paso Matters 204 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Diego Mendoza-Moyers. Diego is a reporter covering energy and the environment in western Texas for El Paso Matters for the last 2 years. He's previously worked for papers in San Antonio, Phoenix, and Albany N.Y. He's a graduate of Arizona State University. El Paso Matters is a non-profit news website covering El Paso and the surrounding area in western Texas. Diego discussed his approach to storytelling, how he sources his stories, and provided examples of stories he covers on his beat. He explained what makes El Paso such an interesting city to cover and shared how he's still learning as a journalist. Diego's salutes: Houston Landing, Source New Mexico, Texas Monthly Article examples: An Ode to El Paso Story about rare earth deposits Impact of Trump Tariffs Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Diego Mendoza-Moyers. Diego is a reporter covering energy and the environment in western Texas for El Paso Matters for the last 2 years. He's previously worked for papers in San Antonio, Phoenix, and Albany N.Y. He's a graduate of Arizona State University.

El Paso Matters is a non-profit news website covering El Paso and the surrounding area in western Texas.

Diego discussed his approach to storytelling, how he sources his stories, and provided examples of stories he covers on his beat. He explained what makes El Paso such an interesting city to cover and shared how he's still learning as a journalist.

Diego's salutes: Houston Landing, Source New Mexico, Texas Monthly

Article examples:

An Ode to El Paso

Story about rare earth deposits

Impact of Trump Tariffs


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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://elpasomatters.org/author/diego-mendoza-moyers/" rel="nofollow">Diego Mendoza-Moyers</a>. Diego is a reporter covering energy and the environment in western Texas for<a href="http://elpasomatters.org" rel="nofollow"> El Paso Matters</a> for the last 2 years. He&#39;s previously worked for papers in San Antonio, Phoenix, and Albany N.Y. He&#39;s a graduate of Arizona State University.</p><p>El Paso Matters is a non-profit news website covering El Paso and the surrounding area in western Texas.</p><p><span>Diego discussed his approach to storytelling, how he sources his stories, and provided examples of stories he covers on his beat. He explained what makes El Paso such an interesting city to cover and shared how he&#39;s still learning as a journalist.</span></p><p><strong>Diego&#39;s salutes: </strong><a href="https://houstonlanding.org/" rel="nofollow">Houston Landing</a>, <a href="https://sourcenm.com/" rel="nofollow">Source New Mexico</a>, <a href="https://www.texasmonthly.com/" rel="nofollow">Texas Monthly</a></p><p><strong>Article examples:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/opinion/2016/06/18/diego-mendoza-ode-el-paso/86094306/" rel="nofollow">An Ode to El Paso</a></p><p><a href="https://elpasomatters.org/2024/05/13/round-top-mountain-rare-earth-deposit-sierra-blanca-texas/" rel="nofollow">Story about rare earth deposits</a></p><p><a href="https://elpasomatters.org/2024/12/08/trump-tariffs-el-paso-border-trade-economy-impact/" rel="nofollow">Impact of Trump Tariffs</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> a3045202-47a1-4307-8714-5230f473e5f1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2ed2352d-8cad-4f3f-a7e1-023d6588de0f Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2072 no full Isabella Ramírez, 148th Editor-in-Chief, Columbia Daily Spectator Isabella Ramírez, 148th Editor-in-Chief, Columbia Daily Spectator 203 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Isabella Ramírez. Isabella just completed her tenure as editor in chief of the Columbia Daily Spectator at Columbia University and President of Spectator Publishing Company. She is the first Latina to hold that position. She just received the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Student of the Year award. One of the people who nominated her for the award said Isabella's leadership changed her campus. Isabella led a staff covering protests against the Israel-Hama War and the university's investments in Israel. That included a Gaza Solidarity ecampment in April, the takeover of a campus building, Hamilton Hall, the subsequent arrests of hundreds of protesters by the NYPD, and the resignation of the school president. The protests at Columbia were a catalyst for other collegiate protests across the country. Isabella also represented The Spectator in national and international interviews. Isabella discussed her journalistic leadership during campus protests, her approach to storytelling, managing, and teaching, and the significant internal and external challenges faced by The Spectator during her tenure. She also reflected on her heritage, how she manages her mental health, and her aspirations within journalism. Isabella's salute: National Association of Hispanic Journalists. An oral history of the protests written by Columbia students for New York Magazine https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/columbia-university-protests-israel-gaza-campus.html An interview with Isabella on how the staff managed its mental health https://mindsitenews.org/2024/05/08/a-student-journalist-on-how-her-team-coped-with-the-stress-of-covering-a-campus-under-siege/ On this episode, we're joined by Isabella Ramírez. Isabella just completed her tenure as editor in chief of the Columbia Daily Spectator at Columbia University and President of Spectator Publishing Company. She is the first Latina to hold that position. She just received the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Student of the Year award.

One of the people who nominated her for the award said Isabella's leadership changed her campus.

Isabella led a staff covering protests against the Israel-Hamas War and the university's investments in Israel. That included a Gaza Solidarity encampment in April, the takeover of a campus building, Hamilton Hall, the subsequent arrests of hundreds of protesters by the NYPD, and the resignation of the school president. The protests at Columbia were a catalyst for other collegiate protests across the country. Isabella also represented The Spectator in national and international interviews.

Isabella discussed her journalistic leadership during campus protests, her approach to storytelling, managing, and teaching, and the significant internal and external challenges faced by The Spectator during her tenure. She also reflected on her heritage, how she manages her mental health, and her aspirations within journalism.

Isabella's salute: National Association of Hispanic Journalists.

An oral history of the protests written by Columbia students for New York Magazine

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/columbia-university-protests-israel-gaza-campus.html

An interview with Isabella on how the staff managed its mental health

https://mindsitenews.org/2024/05/08/a-student-journalist-on-how-her-team-coped-with-the-stress-of-covering-a-campus-under-siege/

 

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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-ramirez-439528229/" rel="nofollow">Isabella Ramírez</a>. Isabella just completed her tenure as editor in chief of the <a href="https://www.columbiaspectator.com/" rel="nofollow">Columbia Daily Spectator</a> at Columbia University and President of Spectator Publishing Company. She is the first Latina to hold that position. She just received the <a href="https://nahj.org/news/excelencia-award-winners/" rel="nofollow">National Association of Hispanic Journalists Student of the Year</a> award.</p><p>One of the people who nominated her for the award said Isabella&#39;s leadership changed her campus.</p><p>Isabella led a staff covering protests against the Israel-Hamas War and the university&#39;s investments in Israel. That included a Gaza Solidarity encampment in April, the takeover of a campus building, Hamilton Hall, the subsequent arrests of hundreds of protesters by the NYPD, and the resignation of the school president. The protests at Columbia were a catalyst for other collegiate protests across the country. Isabella also represented <em>The Spectator</em> in <a href="https://www.cnn.com/videos/tv/2024/04/29/amanpour-columbia-protests-student-journalist-isabella-ramirez.cnn" rel="nofollow">national and international interviews</a>.</p><p>Isabella discussed her journalistic leadership during campus protests, <a href="https://www.columbiaspectator.com/contributors/isabella-ramirez/" rel="nofollow">her approach to storytelling</a>, managing, and teaching, and the significant internal and external challenges faced by <em>The Spectator</em> during her tenure. She also reflected on her heritage, how she manages her mental health, and her aspirations within journalism.</p><p><strong>Isabella&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="http://nahj.org/" rel="nofollow">National Association of Hispanic Journalists</a>.</p><p>An oral history of the protests written by Columbia students for <em>New York Magazine</em></p><p><a href="https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/columbia-university-protests-israel-gaza-campus.html" rel="nofollow">https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/columbia-university-protests-israel-gaza-campus.html</a></p><p>An interview with Isabella on how the staff managed its mental health</p><p><a href="https://mindsitenews.org/2024/05/08/a-student-journalist-on-how-her-team-coped-with-the-stress-of-covering-a-campus-under-siege/" rel="nofollow">https://mindsitenews.org/2024/05/08/a-student-journalist-on-how-her-team-coped-with-the-stress-of-covering-a-campus-under-siege/</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 5e137d7d-e514-4f9b-86b3-50f0c0c6aba9 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/a0e76d6e-5592-496e-866a-cf3317df87e8 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 +0000 2474 no full Erin Ferrare: Sportswriter and Science Writer, North Carolina State University Erin Ferrare: Sportswriter and Science Writer, North Carolina State University 202 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by North Carolina State University student journalist Erin Ferrare. Erin is a junior majoring in science, technology, and society with a specialization in science and technical writing. She's also a sports writer for Technician, the school newspaper at NC State. She recently wrote a piece 'The Invisible Girl on Press Row' about the contrast in experiences between male and female writers in covering college sports and the Carolina Hurricanes. And she's also written about how men's sports at her school have been more highlighted at her school than on social media. I learned of Erin through Melissa Ludtke's newsletter, Let's Row Together – Melissa is a pioneer among women in sports journalism. We talked to Erin about both her sportswriting and science writing experiences (an example of the latter, here), how she views her purpose as a journalist, and more. Erin's salutes: Any woman pushing boundaries in women's sports and also research communication lead Matt Shipman. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.social Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we're joined by North Carolina State University student journalist Erin Ferrare. Erin is a junior majoring in science, technology, and society with a specialization in science and technical writing.

She's also a sports writer for Technician, the school newspaper at NC State. She recently wrote a piece 'The Invisible Girl on Press Row' about the contrast in experiences between male and female writers in covering college sports and the Carolina Hurricanes.

And she's also written about how men's sports at her school have been more highlighted at her school than on social media.

Erin has also worked in science communication both at her school and at Yale.

I learned of Erin through Melissa Ludtke's newsletter, Let's Row Together – Melissa is a pioneer among women in sports journalism.

We talked to Erin about both her sportswriting and science writing experiences (an example of the latter, here), how she views her purpose as a journalist, and more.


Erin's salutes: Any woman pushing boundaries in women's sports and also research communication lead Matt Shipman.


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]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by North Carolina State University student journalist <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinferrare/" rel="nofollow">Erin Ferrare</a>. Erin is a junior majoring in science, technology, and society with a specialization in science and technical writing.</p><p>She&#39;s also a sports writer for <a href="https://www.technicianonline.com/" rel="nofollow">Technician</a>, the school newspaper at NC State. She recently wrote a piece <a href="https://www.technicianonline.com/opinion/opinion-the-invisible-girl-on-press-row/article_adfc9d0c-a87b-11ef-a7ec-5f015cf50586.html" rel="nofollow">&#39;The Invisible Girl on Press Row&#39;</a> about the contrast in experiences between male and female writers in covering college sports and the Carolina Hurricanes.</p><p>And she&#39;s also written <a href="https://www.technicianonline.com/sports/column-breaking-down-the-inequality-within-nc-state-athletics-social-media/article_f5696626-835f-11ee-b960-bf93026aafba.html" rel="nofollow">about how men&#39;s sports at her school have been more highlighted at her school than on social media</a>.</p><p>Erin has also worked in science communication both at her school and at Yale.</p><p>I learned of Erin through Melissa Ludtke&#39;s newsletter, <a href="https://melissaludtke.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">Let&#39;s Row Together</a> – Melissa is a pioneer among women in sports journalism.</p><p>We talked to Erin about both her sportswriting and science writing experiences (an example of the latter, <a href="https://www.thecoastlandtimes.com/2024/10/28/can-sea-turtles-get-too-cold-during-the-winter-in-north-carolina/" rel="nofollow">here</a>), how she views her purpose as a journalist, and more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Erin&#39;s salutes</strong>: Any woman pushing boundaries in women&#39;s sports and also research communication lead <a href="https://publicscience.ncsu.edu/people/wmshipma/" rel="nofollow">Matt Shipman</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> and Bluesky at <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social/" rel="nofollow">@marksimon.bsky.social</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 30f5a312-b973-4112-ac6f-02a2fc772b48 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/132e230e-026b-4f22-a402-12a255d2e046 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 03:46:00 +0000 1917 no full Humberto Basilio, Freelance Science Writer Humberto Basilio, Freelance Science Writer 201 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon interviews science journalist and NYU grad student Humberto Basilio, who covers stories about science globally. Humberto's stories touch on climate change, biodiversity, and vulnerable communities across the globe, as well as many other topics. Humberto discussed one example of his approach to a story, a piece about desert racers in Chile destroying ancient art that ran in The New York Times and a story about the future of science in Venezuela. He also shared insights into his featured essay in 'The Craft of Science Writing' (edited by past podcast guest Siri Carpenter) and his methods for pitching stories to major outlets. Basilio revealed the challenges and rewards of being a freelance journalist and emphasized the impact of journalism on personal perspective. Humberto's salutes: Science writer Alexa Robles Gil and The Mexican Network of Science Journalists. In this episode, Mark Simon interviews science journalist and NYU grad student Humberto Basilio, who covers stories about science globally, with an emphasis on Latin America. Humberto's stories touch on climate change, biodiversity, and vulnerable communities across the globe, as well as many other topics.

Humberto discussed one example of his approach to a story, a piece about desert racers in Chile destroying ancient art that ran in The New York Times and a story about the future of science in Venezuela.

He also shared insights into his featured essay in 'The Craft of Science Writing' (edited by past podcast guest Siri Carpenter) and his methods for pitching stories to major outlets. Humberto revealed the challenges and rewards of being a freelance journalist and emphasized the impact of journalism on personal perspective.

Humberto's salutes: Science writer Alexa Robles Gil and The Mexican Network of Science Journalists.


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]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="http://marksimon.bsky.social" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> interviews science journalist and NYU grad student <a href="https://x.com/HumbertoBasilio" rel="nofollow">Humberto Basilio</a>, who covers stories about science globally, with an emphasis on Latin America. Humberto&#39;s stories touch on climate change, biodiversity, and vulnerable communities across the globe, as well as many other topics.</p><p>Humberto discussed one example of his approach to a story, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/24/science/geoglyphs-atacama-desert-rallies.html" rel="nofollow">a piece about desert racers in Chile destroying ancient art</a> that ran in <em>The New York Times </em>and a story about <a href="https://www.science.org/content/article/yet-another-term-sight-venezuela-s-maduro-scientists-hold-little-hope-their-future" rel="nofollow">the future of science in Venezuela</a>.</p><p>He also shared insights into his featured essay in &#39;<a href="https://www.theopennotebook.com/the-craft-of-science-writing/" rel="nofollow">The Craft of Science Writing</a>&#39; (edited by <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/siri-carpenter-on-the-open-notebook-and-creating/id1526063503?i=1000498937382" rel="nofollow">past podcast guest Siri Carpenter</a>) and his methods for pitching stories to major outlets. Humberto revealed the challenges and rewards of being a freelance journalist and emphasized the impact of journalism on personal perspective.</p><p><strong>Humberto&#39;s salutes</strong>: Science writer <a href="https://twitter.com/alexaroblesgil" rel="nofollow">Alexa Robles Gil</a> and <a href="https://redmpc.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">The Mexican Network of Science Journalists</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 962f370b-2954-4733-a902-dc6a80d5388c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0c4dad6d-8cec-4f13-81e9-f72a1919aad8 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2285 no full Tamika Smith, Host, All Things Considered (Local edition, WAMU, Washington D.C.) Tamika Smith, Host, All Things Considered (Local edition, WAMU, Washington D.C.) 200 1 Mark Simon On this episode we're joined by Tamika Smith. Tamika is the local host of All Things Considered and also hosts Consider This on WAMU in Washington D.C. She has been with the station since 2014. She's worked in radio as a host, producer, and reporter. She also worked in print journalism as a managing editor for Patch. Tamika discussed her passion for storytelling, her Caribbean heritage's impact, and the empathy she brings to her work. The conversation touches on lessons from her career, how a show is put together, her significant investigative series on sickle cell disease, and the importance of diversity and careful language in journalism. Tamika's salute: NPR's Michel Martin Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we're joined by Tamika Smith. Tamika is the local host of All Things Considered on WAMU in Washington D.C. She has been with the station since 2014. She's worked in radio as a host, producer, and reporter. She also worked in print journalism as a managing editor for Patch.

Tamika discussed her passion for storytelling, her Caribbean heritage's impact, and the empathy she brings to her work. The conversation touches on lessons from her career, how a show is put together, her significant investigative series on sickle cell disease, and the importance of diversity and careful language in journalism. 

Tamika's salute: NPR's Michel Martin

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]]> <p>On this episode we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://wamu.org/person/tamika_smith/" rel="nofollow">Tamika Smith</a>. Tamika is the local host of <em>All Things Considered</em> on <a href="http://wamu.org/" rel="nofollow">WAMU</a> in Washington D.C. She has been with the station since 2014. She&#39;s worked in radio as a host, producer, and reporter. She also worked in print journalism as a managing editor for Patch.</p><p>Tamika discussed her passion for storytelling, her Caribbean heritage&#39;s impact, and the empathy she brings to her work. The conversation touches on lessons from her career, how a show is put together, <a href="https://wamu.org/story/22/08/30/how-local-families-cope-with-sickle-cell-disease/" rel="nofollow">her significant investigative series on sickle cell disease</a>, and the importance of diversity and careful language in journalism. </p><p><strong>Tamika&#39;s salute:</strong> NPR&#39;s <a href="https://www.npr.org/people/5201175/michel-martin" rel="nofollow">Michel Martin</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 7ad3caf3-825f-4228-8bb6-61f9eb1338df https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/87a6e6c6-a82b-46cb-bbe9-1c661c5f294b Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2238 no full Special Episode: Journalism Education Association National Convention- 12 Student Journalists Special Episode: Journalism Education Association National Convention- 12 Student Journalists 199 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we talk to students who attended the Journalism Education Association's national convention in Philadelphia, November 7-10. We got their perspective on how they view journalism and why it's important to them, as well as their take on the president-elect calling journalists the enemy. Student Journalists we spoke to: * Sophie Nguyen, Granite Bay High School, California (1:21) * Ghost Taylor, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas (12:38) * Linus Bossardt, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (15:29) * Jenny Marquez, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (18:29) * Hannah Berk, Pulitzer Center (21:28) * Allesandra Tremulis, Carlmont High School, Carlmont California (23:00) * C.J. Getting, Naperville High, Naperville, Illinois (33:55) * Vivian Kumpf, Delaware Hayes High, Delaware, Ohio (35:41) * Juliana Yao-Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania (39:07) * Anna Herr Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana (41:57) * Oscar Doepke (44:12), American School in London * Sophia Bateman (47:19), American School in London * Rena Felde (49:18), Redondo Union High School, Los Angeles * Student newspaper tribute (37:19) - The Spoke- Conestoga High, Berwyn, PA - Comet- Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana - The Dispatch- James Bowie High School, Austin Tx - Eastside- Cherry Hill East, Cherry Hill, NJ - The Nexus- Westview High School, San Diego, CA - The Redwood Bark- Redwood High School, Larkspur, CA Advisors saluted - Julie Francesconi, Granite Bay High School, Granite Bay, California - Adriana Chavira, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles - Lindsey Skaggs, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas - Cyndi Hyatt, former advisor, Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania - Kristina Collard, Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana - Keith Carlson, Naperville High School, Naperville, Illinois - Julieanne McLain, Delaware Hayes High School, Delaware, Ohio - Louisa Avery, American School in London, London, England - Justin Raisner, Carlmont High School, Carlmont, California Also saluted - Journalist Kitty Felde - Washington Post reporter, Arelis Hernández - Sophia Bassi, student, Columbia University Articles of note - Why Does Wellness Notify My Parents by Sophie Nguyen https://granitebaytoday.org/why-does-wellness-notify-my-parents/ - Hidden Narratives, Individual Realities of Student Drug Dealing by Allesandra Tremulis https://scotscoop.com/hidden-narratives-individual-realities-of-student-drug-dealing/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we talk to students who attended the Journalism Education Association's national convention in Philadelphia, November 7-10. We got their perspective on how they view journalism and why it's important to them, as well as their take on the president-elect calling journalists the enemy.


Student Journalists we spoke to:

* Sophie Nguyen, Granite Bay High School, California (1:21)

* Ghost Taylor, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas (12:38)

* Linus Bossardt, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (15:29)

* Jenny Marquez, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (18:29)

* Hannah Berk, Pulitzer Center (21:28)

* Allesandra Tremulis, Carlmont High School, Carlmont California (23:00)

* C.J. Getting, Naperville High, Naperville, Illinois (33:55)

* Vivian Kumpf, Delaware Hayes High, Delaware, Ohio (35:41)

* Juliana Yao, Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania (39:07)

* Anna Herr Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana (41:57)

* Oskar Doepke (44:12), American School in London

* Sophia Bateman (47:19), American School in London

* Rena Felde (49:18), Redondo Union High School, Los Angeles


* Student newspaper tribute (37:19)

- The Spoke- Conestoga High, Berwyn, PA

- Comet- Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana

- The Dispatch- James Bowie High School, Austin Tx

- Eastside- Cherry Hill East, Cherry Hill, NJ

- The Nexus- Westview High School, San Diego, CA

- The Redwood Bark- Redwood High School, Larkspur, CA


Advisors saluted

- Julie Francesconi, Granite Bay High School, Granite Bay, California

- Adriana Chavira, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles

- Lindsey Skaggs, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas

- Cyndi Hyatt, former advisor, Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania

- Kristina Collard, Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana

- Keith Carlson, Naperville High School, Naperville, Illinois

- Julianne McLain, Delaware Hayes High School, Delaware, Ohio

- Louisa Avery, American School in London, London, England

- Justin Raisner, Carlmont High School, Carlmont, California


Also saluted

- Journalist Kitty Felde

- Washington Post reporter, Arelis Hernández

- Sophia Bassi, student, Columbia University 


Articles of note

- Why Does Wellness Notify My Parents by Sophie Nguyen

https://granitebaytoday.org/why-does-wellness-notify-my-parents/

- Hidden Narratives, Individual Realities of Student Drug Dealing by Allesandra Tremulis

https://scotscoop.com/hidden-narratives-individual-realities-of-student-drug-dealing/


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]]> <p>On this episode, we talk to students who attended the <a href="http://jea.org" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association&#39;s</a> national convention in Philadelphia, November 7-10. We got their perspective on how they view journalism and why it&#39;s important to them, as well as their take on the president-elect calling journalists the enemy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Student Journalists we spoke to:</strong></p><p>* Sophie Nguyen, Granite Bay High School, California (1:21)</p><p>* Ghost Taylor, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas (12:38)</p><p>* Linus Bossardt, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (15:29)</p><p>* Jenny Marquez, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles (18:29)</p><p>* Hannah Berk, Pulitzer Center (21:28)</p><p>* Allesandra Tremulis, Carlmont High School, Carlmont California (23:00)</p><p>* C.J. Getting, Naperville High, Naperville, Illinois (33:55)</p><p>* Vivian Kumpf, Delaware Hayes High, Delaware, Ohio (35:41)</p><p>* Juliana Yao, Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania (39:07)</p><p>* Anna Herr Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana (41:57)</p><p>* Oskar Doepke (44:12), American School in London</p><p>* Sophia Bateman (47:19), American School in London</p><p>* Rena Felde (49:18), Redondo Union High School, Los Angeles</p><p><br></p><p>*<strong> Student newspaper tribute </strong>(37:19)</p><p>- The Spoke- Conestoga High, Berwyn, PA</p><p>- Comet- Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana</p><p>- The Dispatch- James Bowie High School, Austin Tx</p><p>- Eastside- Cherry Hill East, Cherry Hill, NJ</p><p>- The Nexus- Westview High School, San Diego, CA</p><p>- The Redwood Bark- Redwood High School, Larkspur, CA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advisors saluted</strong></p><p>- Julie Francesconi, Granite Bay High School, Granite Bay, California</p><p>- Adriana Chavira, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Los Angeles</p><p>- Lindsey Skaggs, Olathe East High School, Olathe, Kansas</p><p>- Cyndi Hyatt, former advisor, Conestoga High School, Berwyn, Pennsylvania</p><p>- Kristina Collard, Lake Central High School, St. John, Indiana</p><p>- Keith Carlson, Naperville High School, Naperville, Illinois</p><p>- Julianne McLain, Delaware Hayes High School, Delaware, Ohio</p><p>- Louisa Avery, American School in London, London, England</p><p>- Justin Raisner, Carlmont High School, Carlmont, California</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Also saluted</strong></p><p>- Journalist Kitty Felde</p><p>- Washington Post reporter, Arelis Hernández</p><p>- Sophia Bassi, student, Columbia University </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Articles of note</strong></p><p>- Why Does Wellness Notify My Parents by Sophie Nguyen</p><p><a href="https://granitebaytoday.org/why-does-wellness-notify-my-parents/" rel="nofollow">https://granitebaytoday.org/why-does-wellness-notify-my-parents/</a></p><p>- Hidden Narratives, Individual Realities of Student Drug Dealing by Allesandra Tremulis</p><p><a href="https://scotscoop.com/hidden-narratives-individual-realities-of-student-drug-dealing/" rel="nofollow">https://scotscoop.com/hidden-narratives-individual-realities-of-student-drug-dealing/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> fdfe3132-3bd4-4418-b700-5727a330cd19 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5d822914-3908-4ba0-89b5-4a0dcda16497 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:05:00 +0000 3131 no full Ben Kaplan: Author- Pipeline to the Pros Ben Kaplan: Author- Pipeline to the Pros 198 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Kaplan, a VP in the sports and entertainment industry and a former Division III basketball player, who is the co-author of 'Pipelines to the Pros: How D3 Small College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA' with Danny Parkins. Ben wanted to talk about how a non-journalist learns journalism on the fly for the purpose of writing a book, so that's what we did! We look at the lessons he learned along the way about how a book needs a throughline, how to interview prominent people (like former NBA head coaches Jeff Van Gundy and Stan Van Gundy) and dig for anecdotes they haven't shared before, and how to fight through the struggles of being a first-time author. Ben's salutes: Chris Herring, Mirin Fader, Chris Ballard, Jeff Pearlman, and Jeff Passan Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Kaplan, a VP in the sports and entertainment industry and a former Division III basketball player, who is the co-author of 'Pipelines to the Pros: How D3 Small College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA' with Danny Parkins.

Ben wanted to talk about how a non-journalist learns journalism on the fly for the purpose of writing a book, so that's what we did!

We look at the lessons he learned along the way about how a book needs a throughline, how to interview prominent people (like former NBA head coaches Jeff Van Gundy and Stan Van Gundy) and dig for anecdotes they haven't shared before, and how to fight through the struggles of being a first-time author.

Ben's salutes: Chris Herring, Mirin Fader, Chris Ballard, Jeff Pearlman, and Jeff Passan

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]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/bkaplan4" rel="nofollow">Ben Kaplan</a>, a VP in the sports and entertainment industry and a former Division III basketball player, who is the co-author of &#39;Pipelines to the Pros: How D3 Small College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA&#39; with <a href="http://twitter.com/dannyparkins" rel="nofollow">Danny Parkins</a>. </p><p>Ben wanted to talk about how a non-journalist learns journalism on the fly for the purpose of writing a book, so that&#39;s what we did! </p><p>We look at the lessons he learned along the way about how a book needs a throughline, how to interview prominent people (like former NBA head coaches Jeff Van Gundy and Stan Van Gundy) and dig for anecdotes they haven&#39;t shared before, and how to fight through the struggles of being a first-time author.</p><p><strong>Ben&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/herring_nba" rel="nofollow">Chris Herring</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/mirinfader" rel="nofollow">Mirin Fader</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/Chris_Ballard33" rel="nofollow">Chris Ballard</a>, Jeff Pearlman, and <a href="http://twitter.com/jeffpassan" rel="nofollow">Jeff Passan</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> a891fc38-f311-4203-8672-3e33c64a9d0e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ae20cb4a-9995-40b7-82ae-354a35ea8703 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2151 no full Stella Mackler, Davidson College student journalist Stella Mackler, Davidson College student journalist 197 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Stella Mackler. Stella is a junior at Davidson College in North Carolina. Stella was co-editor in chief of her college’s newspaper, The Davidsonian, this past year and spent considerable time reporting on student reaction to the war in Gaza. Additionally, she’s done an independent reporting podcast project on the Jewish community in Moldova, written a freelance piece for The Forward, and spent several months as a researcher on a book about the history of Sesame Street. Stella is double majoring in environmental studies and Arab studies. She lives in Atlanta and is currently studying abroad in Cambodia. Stella’s salute: WABE, 90.1 FM – Atlanta’s NPR affiliate. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Stella Mackler. Stella is a junior at Davidson College in North Carolina. Stella was co-editor in chief of her college’s newspaper, The Davidsonian, this past year and spent considerable time reporting on student reaction to the war in Gaza. Additionally, she’s done an independent reporting podcast project on the Jewish community in Moldova, written a freelance piece for The Forward, and spent several months as a researcher on a book about the history of Sesame Street.

Stella is double majoring in environmental studies and Arab studies. She lives in Atlanta and is currently studying abroad in Cambodia.

Stella’s salute: WABE, 90.1 FM – Atlanta’s NPR affiliate.

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stella-mackler-810602298/" rel="nofollow">Stella Mackler</a>. Stella is a junior at Davidson College in North Carolina. Stella was co-editor in chief of her college’s newspaper, <a href="https://www.davidsonian.news/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Davidsonian</em></a>, this past year and spent considerable time reporting on <a href="https://issuu.com/_davidsonian/docs/news_9-20-23_e9f6a0b221b348" rel="nofollow">student reaction to the war in Gaza</a>. Additionally, she’s done <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nd5pRdjKYZJk5xCpcrWuC" rel="nofollow">an independent reporting podcast project</a> on the Jewish community in Moldova, <a href="https://forward.com/culture/630795/in-the-dwindling-jewish-community-of-moldova-one-man-fights-to-keep-the-old-traditions-alive/" rel="nofollow">written a freelance piece</a> for <em>The Forward,</em> and spent several months as a researcher on a book about the history of Sesame Street.</p><p>Stella is double majoring in environmental studies and Arab studies. She lives in Atlanta and is currently studying abroad in Cambodia.</p><p><strong>Stella’s salute</strong>: <a href="https://www.wabe.org/" rel="nofollow">WABE, 90.1 FM</a> – Atlanta’s NPR affiliate.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> ddd023f7-37e6-4444-be43-261f8d0ca02f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9d18aa70-ee1d-4735-9607-d0125976905a Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2503 no full Special Presentation from The Nutgraf: From Campus to Campaign- Student Media's Role in Election Coverage Special Presentation from The Nutgraf: From Campus to Campaign- Student Media's Role in Election Coverage 196 1 Mark Simon This week's episode is a special presentation from The Nutgraf- Campus To Campaign- Student Media's Role in Election Coverage- hosted by The Journalism Salute's Mark Simon. Our guests were Peggy Dodd, editor-in-chief of OU Daily at the University of Oklahoma, Lily Alexander, editor-in-chief of The Daily Lobo at the University of New Mexico, and Sarah Hutter, executive producer of E2024 at The LA Loyolan at Loyola Marymount University. The three of them share their journeys into journalism, their reporting strategies and team coverage of the election, the challenges unique to student journalists, the value of diverse perspectives, how they're handling misinformation, and much more. The Nutgraf covers student journalism and is edited and published by Chatwan Mongkol. We highly recommend subscribing to his newsletter, nutgrafnews.substack.com Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com This week's episode is a special presentation from The Nutgraf- Campus To Campaign- Student Media's Role in Election Coverage- hosted by The Journalism Salute's Mark Simon.

Our guests were Peggy Dodd, editor-in-chief of OU Daily at the University of Oklahoma, Lily Alexander, editor-in-chief of The Daily Lobo at the University of New Mexico, and Sarah Hutter, executive producer of E2024 at The LA Loyolan at Loyola Marymount University.

The three of them share their journeys into journalism, their reporting strategies and team coverage of the election, the challenges unique to student journalists, the value of diverse perspectives, how they're handling misinformation, and much more.

The Nutgraf covers student journalism and is edited and published by Chatwan Mongkol. We highly recommend subscribing to his newsletter, nutgrafnews.substack.com


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]]> <p>This week&#39;s episode is a special presentation from <a href="http://nutgrafnews.substack.com" rel="nofollow">The Nutgraf</a>- Campus To Campaign- Student Media&#39;s Role in Election Coverage- hosted by The Journalism Salute&#39;s <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-simon-92355124/" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a>.</p><p>Our guests were <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggy-dodd-7b80a921a" rel="nofollow">Peggy Dodd</a>, editor-in-chief of <a href="http://oudaily.com" rel="nofollow">OU Daily </a>at the University of Oklahoma, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lily-alexander-717b1028a" rel="nofollow">Lily Alexander</a>, editor-in-chief of <a href="https://www.dailylobo.com/" rel="nofollow">The Daily Lobo</a> at the University of New Mexico, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hutter-083426203" rel="nofollow">Sarah Hutter</a>, executive producer of E2024 at <a href="https://www.laloyolan.com/" rel="nofollow">The LA Loyolan</a> at Loyola Marymount University.</p><p>The three of them share their journeys into journalism, their reporting strategies and team coverage of the election, the challenges unique to student journalists, the value of diverse perspectives, how they&#39;re handling misinformation, and much more.</p><p><em>The Nutgraf covers student journalism and is edited and published by Chatwan Mongkol. We highly recommend subscribing to his newsletter, </em><a href="http://nutgrafnews.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><em>nutgrafnews.substack.com</em></a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> b7572f33-6985-4376-8297-0a9f501e2a7f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8f6548d3-d07c-4f5f-b40c-ce4e07ce1ee3 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:35:00 +0000 3150 no full Michelle Pera-McGhee, Senior Journalist-Engineer, The Pudding Michelle Pera-McGhee, Senior Journalist-Engineer, The Pudding 195 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Michelle Pera-McGhee, a senior journalist-engineer at The Pudding. (Pudding.cool) Michelle discussed her unique career path and projects and her original pursuit being computer science. The conversation covers various projects including data-driven analyses of crossword puzzles for inclusivity, the rhythmic influence of hip-hop producer J Dilla, a recent collaboration with sportswriter Neil Paine on baseball lineup strategies, and an analysis of how famous National Anthems compare in terms of a "diva score." Michelle elaborated on the technical and creative process behind her work, her views on journalism's state and her role within it, along with advice for aspiring journalists seeking to innovate through personal passion projects. Michelle's salute: XOXO Fest Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark’s website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Michelle Pera-McGhee, a senior journalist-engineer at The Pudding. (Pudding.cool)

Michelle discussed her unique career path and projects and her original pursuit being computer science.

The conversation covers various projects including data-driven analyses of crossword puzzles for inclusivity, the rhythmic influence of hip-hop producer J Dilla, a recent collaboration with sportswriter Neil Paine on baseball lineup strategies, and an analysis of how famous National Anthems compare in terms of a "diva score."

Michelle elaborated on the technical and creative process behind her work, her views on journalism's state and her role within it, along with advice for aspiring journalists seeking to innovate through personal passion projects.

Michelle's salute: XOXO Fest

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Show summary written with the help of Descript AI

]]> <p><span>In this episode, </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a><span> is joined by </span><a href="https://pudding.cool/author/michelle-pera-mcghee/" rel="nofollow">Michelle Pera-McGhee</a><span>, a senior journalist-engineer at The Pudding. (</span><a href="http://Pudding.cool" rel="nofollow">Pudding.cool</a><span>)</span></p><p><span>Michelle discussed her unique career path and projects and her original pursuit being computer science. </span></p><p><span>The conversation covers various projects including </span><a href="https://pudding.cool/2020/11/crossword-puzzles" rel="nofollow">data-driven analyses of crossword puzzles for inclusivity</a><span>, the rhythmic influence of </span><a href="https://pudding.cool/2023/06/groove" rel="nofollow">hip-hop producer J Dilla</a><span>, a recent collaboration with sportswriter Neil Paine on </span><a href="https://pudding.cool/2024/09/lineup/" rel="nofollow">baseball lineup strategies</a>, and an analysis of<a href="https://pudding.cool/2024/02/anthems" rel="nofollow"> how famous National Anthems compare</a> in terms of a &#34;diva score.&#34;<span> </span></p><p><span>Michelle elaborated on the technical and creative process behind her work, her views on journalism&#39;s state and her role within it, along with advice for aspiring journalists seeking to innovate through personal passion projects.</span></p><p><strong>Michelle&#39;s salute</strong><span>: </span><a href="https://xoxofest.com/" rel="nofollow">XOXO Fest</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark’s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>– <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><em>Show summary written with the help of Descript AI</em></p> d57f1d5a-4e18-4e05-b890-3e62c5fb1b01 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8cb2f3cf-9629-4086-881c-54943cc95f69 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2265 no full Esmy Jimenez, Boston Globe Reporter Esmy Jimenez, Boston Globe Reporter 194 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon talks to Esmy Jimenez, who shares her unconventional journey into journalism, discussing her work at the Boston Globe covering the racial wealth gap in New England. She reflects on her career's turning points, including her time working in radio and at the Seattle Times, and the influence of DACA on her life and ability to work in the United States Esmy offers insights into covering complex beats such as immigration and mental health, and highlights the importance of community engagement, mindful interviewing practices, and mental health awareness for journalists. She also shares stories of impactful reporting, like an explanatory piece on Family Self Sufficiency home ownership programs, her investigation on Ron DeSantis' controversial flights of migrants to Martha's Vineyard, and how Latino voters are often misundersood, as well as one in which she covered 23 weddings in one town on one day. Esmy's Salutes: Latino USA, Reveal, and small-town journalists Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Mark Simon talks to Esmy Jimenez, who shares her unconventional journey into journalism, discussing her work at the Boston Globe covering the racial wealth gap in New England. She reflects on her career's turning points, including her time working in radio and at the Seattle Times, and the influence of DACA on her life and ability to work in the United States

Esmy offers insights into covering complex beats such as immigration and mental health, and highlights the importance of community engagement, mindful interviewing practices, and mental health awareness for journalists.

She also shares stories of impactful reporting, like an explanatory piece on Family Self Sufficiency home ownership programs, her investigation on Ron DeSantis' controversial flights of migrants to Martha's Vineyard, and how Latino voters are often misunderstood, as well as one in which she covered 23 weddings in one town on one day.

Esmy's Salutes: Latino USA, Reveal, and small-town journalists

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]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> talks to <a href="http://esmyjimenez.com" rel="nofollow">Esmy Jimenez</a>, who shares her unconventional journey into journalism, discussing her work at the Boston Globe covering the racial wealth gap in New England. She reflects on her career&#39;s turning points, including her time working in radio and at the Seattle Times, and the influence of DACA on her life and ability to work in the United States</p><p>Esmy offers insights into covering complex beats such as immigration and mental health, and highlights the importance of community engagement, mindful interviewing practices, and mental health awareness for journalists.</p><p>She also shares stories of impactful reporting, like an explanatory piece on <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/06/26/metro/fss-homeownership-federal-program/?p1=StaffPage" rel="nofollow">Family Self Sufficiency home ownership programs</a>, her investigation on <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/09/20/metro/ron-desantis-massachusetts-marthas-vineyard-migrants/?p1=StaffPage" rel="nofollow">Ron DeSantis&#39; controversial flights of migrants to Martha&#39;s Vineyard</a>, and <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/09/09/metro/misunderstood-latino-voters/?p1=StaffPage" rel="nofollow">how Latino voters are often misunderstood</a>, as well as one in which <a href="https://www.kuow.org/stories/23-weddings" rel="nofollow">she covered 23 weddings</a> in one town on one day.</p><p><strong>Esmy&#39;s Salutes</strong>: <a href="https://www.latinousa.org/" rel="nofollow">Latino USA</a>, <a href="https://revealnews.org/" rel="nofollow">Reveal</a>, and small-town journalists</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><em>Show notes written with help of Descript AI</em><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> ecb1799a-d3a6-492f-bdbd-0a99d95d14d3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1523c205-36d5-4d41-a207-4267a29bd5c9 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2294 no full Kimberly Cortez: Editor-in-Chief The Beacon (University of Portland) Kimberly Cortez: Editor-in-Chief The Beacon (University of Portland) 193 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon talks to Kimberly Cortez, editor-in-chief of The Beacon, the University of Portland's school newspaper. Kimberly (pronouns: she/they) is a social work major who is the child of Mexican and Guatemalan immigrants. She explained the importance of their cultural heritage to her work covering diverse stories, including one on the transgender students at Portland, a Catholic university. Her approach emphasizes passion, empathy, and resilience. She also shared the impactful role of The Beacon in her career, their time as a New York Times student corps member (with a bylined story covering a Pro-Palestinian protest), and the work she's doing for Portland's weekly newspaper, Street Roots. And she explained her deep interest in journalism, the challenges she faces as a young journalist of color, and their unwavering hope for the future of the industry. Through personal anecdotes and valuable advice, Cortez provides a poignant perspective on the evolving landscape of journalism and the importance of staying true to one's values. Kimberly's salute: Underscore News and all journalists from marginalized backgrounds Our salute: I'm doing a salute as well. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Asaka Park. If you just listen to the podcast, you don't know Asaka, but if you have read our newsletter in the last year, you know her as someone who wrote articles to supplement episodes of the podcast for about 6 months. Asaka had a distinct journalism voice. She was passionate and courageous and a strong voice for college students and for people with disabilities. I never met Asaka in person but we connected over Zoom when I spoke to a journalism class at The College of New Jersey. She wasn't afraid to critique the podcast in pretty strong terms. A few months later, she reached out to ask about interning and I told her I knew exactly who she was and I appreciated her critique. She laughed nervously but I assured her that she'd done well. And she did well by this podcast with her writing. Asaka died over the weekend of the 28th from complications of Vascular Ehlers-Danlos, an extremely rare genetic condition. You can learn more about it at marfan.org. Thank you Asaka. We salute you for your journalism excellence. In this episode, Mark Simon talks to Kimberly Cortez, editor-in-chief of The Beacon, the University of Portland's school newspaper. 

Kimberly (pronouns: she/they) is a social work major who is the child of Mexican and Guatemalan immigrants. She explained the importance of their cultural heritage to their work covering diverse stories, including one on the transgender students at Portland, a Catholic university. Their approach emphasizes passion, empathy, and resilience.

She also shared the impactful role of The Beacon in their career, their time as a New York Times student corps member (with a bylined story covering a Pro-Palestinian protest), and the work she's doing for Portland's weekly newspaper, Street Roots.

And she explained their deep interest in journalism, the challenges she faces as a young journalist of color, and their unwavering hope for the future of the industry. Through personal anecdotes and valuable advice, Cortez provides a poignant perspective on the evolving landscape of journalism and the importance of staying true to one's values.

Kimberly's salute: Underscore News and all journalists from marginalized backgrounds

Our salute: I'm doing a salute as well. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Asaka Park.

If you just listen to the podcast, you don't know Asaka, but if you have read our newsletter in the last year, you know her as someone who wrote articles to supplement episodes of the podcast for about 6 months.

Asaka had a distinct journalism voice. She was passionate and courageous and a strong voice for college students and for people with disabilities.

I never met Asaka in person but we connected over Zoom when I spoke to a journalism class at The College of New Jersey. She wasn't afraid to critique the podcast in pretty strong terms. A few months later, she reached out to ask about interning and I told her I knew exactly who she was and I appreciated her critique. She laughed nervously but I assured her that she'd done well. And she did well by this podcast with her writing. 

Asaka died over the weekend of the 28th from complications of Vascular Ehlers-Danlos, an extremely rare genetic condition. You can learn more about it at marfan.org.

Thank you Asaka. We salute you for your journalism excellence. 

]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> talks to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-c-07b61413a?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3Bxc60BxsQTlmmfZrXDK1HxQ%3D%3D&miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAACHoFF8BHu4pkhKKplvy7x2DGW1QcBD5FO0" rel="nofollow">Kimberly Cortez</a>, editor-in-chief of <a href="http://upbeacon.com" rel="nofollow">The Beacon,</a> the University of Portland&#39;s school newspaper. </p><p>Kimberly (pronouns: she/they) is a social work major who is the child of Mexican and Guatemalan immigrants. She explained the importance of their cultural heritage to their work covering diverse stories, including one on the <a href="https://www.upbeacon.com/article/2023/10/being-transgender-at-up-the-fight-to-be-accepted-and-to-be-yourself" rel="nofollow">transgender students</a> at Portland, a Catholic university. Their approach emphasizes passion, empathy, and resilience.</p><p>She also shared the impactful role of The Beacon in their career, their time as a New York Times student corps member (<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/01/us/portland-state-university-library-protest.html" rel="nofollow">with a bylined story</a> covering a Pro-Palestinian protest), and the work she&#39;s doing for Portland&#39;s weekly newspaper, <a href="https://www.streetroots.org/news/2024/08/07/nearly-30-affordable-rents-within-6-fair-market-rate-under-inclusionary-housing" rel="nofollow">Street Roots</a>.</p><p>And she explained their deep interest in journalism, the challenges she faces as a young journalist of color, and their unwavering hope for the future of the industry. Through personal anecdotes and valuable advice, Cortez provides a poignant perspective on the evolving landscape of journalism and the importance of staying true to one&#39;s values.</p><p><strong>Kimberly&#39;s salute</strong>: <a href="http://www.underscore.news" rel="nofollow">Underscore News</a> and all journalists from marginalized backgrounds</p><p><strong>Our salute: </strong>I&#39;m doing a salute as well. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Asaka Park.</p><p>If you just listen to the podcast, you don&#39;t know Asaka, but if you have read our newsletter in the last year, you know her as someone who wrote articles to supplement episodes of the podcast for about 6 months.</p><p>Asaka had a distinct journalism voice. She was passionate and courageous and a strong voice for college students and for people with disabilities.</p><p>I never met Asaka in person but we connected over Zoom when I spoke to a journalism class at The College of New Jersey. She wasn&#39;t afraid to critique the podcast in pretty strong terms. A few months later, she reached out to ask about interning and I told her I knew exactly who she was and I appreciated her critique. She laughed nervously but I assured her that she&#39;d done well. And she did well by this podcast with her writing. </p><p>Asaka died over the weekend of the 28th from complications of Vascular Ehlers-Danlos, an extremely rare genetic condition. You can learn more about it at <a href="http://marfan.org" rel="nofollow">marfan.org</a>.</p><p>Thank you Asaka. We salute you for your journalism excellence. </p> ac0a1ba9-7703-455f-881f-e58ed7239dbb https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2001a531-5154-4b96-a0f7-46977f0bc1bb Tue, 01 Oct 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2563 no full Arifa Akbar, Chief Theatre Critic, The Guardian Arifa Akbar, Chief Theatre Critic, The Guardian 192 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Arifa Akbar. Arifa is the chief theatre critic for the British newspaper, The Guardian, a newspaper that has been in existence since 1821. Arifa shares insights on the preparation involved in reviewing plays and the importance of honest criticism. She also touched upon the influence of her upbringing, the legacy of her predecessors, and her views on inclusivity in the arts. Arifa is the cousin of Aisha Sultan, the columnist for the St. Louis Post Dispatch, whom we recently interviewed. Articles - Review of The Years - When a critic changes their mind upon 2nd viewing Arifa’s salutes: Margo Jefferson (New York Times), longtime critic Michael Billington (The Guardian), and investigative journalists at The Guardian. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Arifa Akbar. Arifa is the chief theatre critic for the British newspaper, The Guardian, a newspaper that has been in existence since 1821.

Arifa shares insights on the preparation involved in reviewing plays and the importance of honest criticism. She also touched upon the influence of her upbringing, the legacy of her predecessors, and her views on inclusivity in the arts.

Arifa is the cousin of Aisha Sultan, the columnist for the St. Louis Post Dispatch, whom we recently interviewed.

Articles

- Review of The Years

- When a critic changes their mind upon 2nd viewing

Arifa’s salutes: Margo Jefferson (New York Times), longtime critic Michael Billington (The Guardian), and investigative journalists at The Guardian.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com

 

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/arifa_akbar" rel="nofollow">Arifa Akbar</a>. Arifa is <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/profile/arifa-akbar" rel="nofollow">the chief theatre critic</a> for the British newspaper, <a href="http://twitter.com/theguardian" rel="nofollow"><em>The Guardian</em></a>, a newspaper that has been in existence since 1821.</p><p>Arifa shares insights on the preparation involved in reviewing plays and the importance of honest criticism. She also touched upon the influence of her upbringing, the legacy of her predecessors, and her views on inclusivity in the arts.</p><p>Arifa is the cousin of <a href="http://twitter.com/aishas" rel="nofollow">Aisha Sultan</a>, the columnist for the St. Louis Post Dispatch, whom we recently interviewed.</p><p><strong>Articles</strong></p><p>- Review of <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/stage/article/2024/aug/02/the-years-review-almeida-theatre-london-annie-ernaux-five-stars" rel="nofollow">The Years</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2022/may/03/theatre-criticism-views-change-and-so-do-plays" rel="nofollow">When a critic changes their mind</a> upon 2nd viewing</p><p><strong>Arifa’s salutes: </strong><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/by/margo-jefferson" rel="nofollow">Margo Jefferson</a> (<em>New York Times</em>), longtime critic <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/profile/michaelbillington" rel="nofollow">Michael Billington</a> (<em>The Guardian</em>), and investigative journalists at <em>The Guardian</em>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> b11b1072-e0f3-46ed-9f3b-137aae1fd27c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/83d16426-207e-48e2-9427-a513e384f799 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2335 no full Jeff Singer, Managing Editor: The Downballot Jeff Singer, Managing Editor: The Downballot 191 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Jeff Singer. Jeff is managing editor of The Downballot, a reader-supported newsletter that covers thousands of elections other than the presidency- everything from senate to legislature to attorney general and secretary of state, district attorney and city council. It also calculates the results of the presidential election in every congressional district and produces data sets so people can evaluate elections themselves. Jeff was a writer and editor at Daily Kos, a progressive news site, for 10 years prior to this. He’s a graduate of Tulane University. Jeff talked about The Downballot's function in the journalistic ecosphere, why he loves covering elections, no matter the type, and shared other resources that are important to following election coverage. Jeff's Salute: Inside Elections and NOLA.com for election coverage. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Jeff Singer. Jeff is managing editor of The Downballot, a reader-supported newsletter that covers thousands of elections other than the presidency- everything from senate to legislature to attorney general and secretary of state, district attorney and city council.

It also calculates the results of the presidential election in every congressional district and produces data sets so people can evaluate elections themselves.

Jeff was a writer and editor at Daily Kos, a progressive news site, for 10 years prior to this. He’s a graduate of Tulane University.

Jeff talked about The Downballot's function in the journalistic ecosphere, why he loves covering elections, no matter the type, and shared other resources that are important to following election coverage.

Jeff's Salute: Inside Elections and NOLA.com for election coverage.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/darthjeff90" rel="nofollow">Jeff Singer</a>. Jeff is managing editor of <a href="https://www.thedownballot.org/" rel="nofollow">The Downballot</a>, a reader-supported newsletter that covers thousands of elections other than the presidency- everything from senate to legislature to attorney general and secretary of state, district attorney and city council. </p><p>It also calculates the results of the presidential election in every congressional district and produces data sets so people can evaluate elections themselves.</p><p>Jeff was a writer and editor at <a href="http://dailykos.com" rel="nofollow">Daily Kos</a>, a progressive news site, for 10 years prior to this. He’s a graduate of Tulane University.</p><p>Jeff talked about The Downballot&#39;s function in the journalistic ecosphere, why he loves covering elections, no matter the type, and shared other resources that are important to following election coverage.</p><p><strong>Jeff&#39;s Salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.insideelections.com/" rel="nofollow">Inside Elections </a>and <a href="http://nola.com" rel="nofollow">NOLA.com</a> for election coverage.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 2d8101ec-6e2b-42bd-89f4-303f9f0783db https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f2f70854-57e2-4e2b-b9bc-2d3339b98f9b Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1826 no full Miles Griffis, Co-Founder: The Sick Times (which covers Long Covid) Miles Griffis, Co-Founder: The Sick Times (which covers Long Covid) 190 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Miles Griffis. Miles is the co-founder of The Sick Times, a non-profit website chronicling the Long Covid crisis. He knows the impact of the disease firsthand. As is written on The Sick Times website “We report on the common, life-changing disease following COVID-19 infection that affects over 400 million people worldwide and can be fatal. Our coverage spans related infection-associated chronic conditions such as myalgic encephalomyelitis, dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome, and more. Unlike many outlets, we continue to report on the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. No denial, minimizing, or gaslighting here. Join us as we investigate injustices, challenge powerful institutions, wade through the latest research, assess COVID-19 data, and offer a platform for those most affected by the crisis.” Miles also writes about nature, science and about LGBTQ+ culture. Among his regular outlets for writing is High Country News. Miles talked about the origin of The Sick Times, the different types of stories he covers, and why he does what he does. Miles’ salute: The Palestinian journalists killed during the war in Gaza. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Miles Griffis. Miles is the co-founder of The Sick Times, a non-profit website chronicling the Long Covid crisis. He knows the impact of the disease firsthand.

As is written on The Sick Times website

“We report on the common, life-changing disease following COVID-19 infection that affects over 400 million people worldwide and can be fatal. Our coverage spans related infection-associated chronic conditions such as myalgic encephalomyelitis, dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome, and more. Unlike many outlets, we continue to report on the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. No denial, minimizing, or gaslighting here.

Join us as we investigate injustices, challenge powerful institutions, wade through the latest research, assess COVID-19 data, and offer a platform for those most affected by the crisis.”

Miles also writes about nature, science and about LGBTQ+ culture. Among his regular outlets for writing is High Country News.

Miles talked about the origin of The Sick Times, the different types of stories he covers, and why he does what he does.

Examples of stories

- How to Live and Die with Long Covid

- Drag Artists and Organizers Making Spaces More Covid Safe

- COVID-19 a Threat To Wildland Firefighters

Miles’ salute: The Palestinian journalists killed during the war in Gaza.

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="http://mileswgriffis.com/new-gallery" rel="nofollow">Miles Griffis</a>. Miles is the co-founder of <a href="https://thesicktimes.org/" rel="nofollow">The Sick Times</a>, a non-profit website chronicling the Long Covid crisis. He knows the impact of the disease firsthand. </p><p>As is written on The Sick Times website</p><p><em>“We report on the common, life-changing disease following COVID-19 infection that affects </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-03173-6" rel="nofollow"><em>over 400 million people worldwide</em></a><em> and can be fatal. Our coverage spans related infection-associated chronic conditions such as myalgic encephalomyelitis, dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome, and more. Unlike many outlets, we continue to report on the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. No denial, minimizing, or gaslighting here.</em></p><p><em>Join us as we investigate injustices, challenge powerful institutions, wade through the latest research, assess COVID-19 data, and offer a platform for those most affected by the crisis.”</em></p><p>Miles also writes about nature, science and about LGBTQ+ culture. Among his regular outlets for writing is High Country News.</p><p>Miles talked about the origin of The Sick Times, the different types of stories he covers, and why he does what he does.</p><p><strong>Examples of stories</strong></p><p>- <a href="https://thesicktimes.org/2024/06/11/learning-how-to-live-and-die-with-long-covid/" rel="nofollow">How to Live and Die with Long Covid</a></p><p><a href="https://thesicktimes.org/2024/08/21/these-are-the-drag-artists-and-organizers-fighting-to-make-queer-spaces-more-covid-safe/" rel="nofollow">- Drag Artists and Organizers Making Spaces More Covid Safe</a></p><p><a href="https://www.hcn.org/issues/54-10/south-covid19-a-smoldering-threat-to-wildland-firefighters/" rel="nofollow">- COVID-19 a Threat To Wildland Firefighters</a></p><p><strong>Miles’ salute: </strong>The Palestinian journalists killed during the war in Gaza.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> d3a8ae76-51bd-4bc7-b140-04fa7a2b1acf https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/98ed693b-e4d5-4d2b-a4c9-e6dfe72cbcab Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2068 no full Vivienne Serret, Reporter: The Alligator & Fresh Take Florida (U. of Florida) Vivienne Serret, Reporter: The Alligator & Fresh Take Florida (U. of Florida) 189 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Vivienne Serret, a student at the University of Florida who has been covering the resignation of president Ben Sasse and other notable stories for The Alligator, an independent newspaper covering the school, and Fresh Take Florida, a wire service. Vivienne talked about what went into her reporting on Sasse, discussed other stories she's covered, explained essays she's written about the pressure of being a first-generation Latina and also the difficulty of covering the trauma of others while dealing with her own trauma. She discussed the fearlessness required to be an investigative reporter, how she views her place in journalism, and how being a journalist has shaped her worldview. Vivienne's salutes: Professors Ted Bridis, Brandon Meyer, Harrison Hove, reporter Garrett Shanley and the staff of Fresh Take Florida Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Vivienne Serret, a student at the University of Florida who has been covering the resignation of president Ben Sasse and other notable stories for The Alligator, an independent newspaper covering the school, and Fresh Take Florida, a wire service.

Vivienne talked about what went into her reporting on Sasse, discussed other stories she's covered, explained essays she's written about the pressure of being a first-generation Latina and also the difficulty of covering the trauma of others while dealing with her own trauma. She discussed the fearlessness required to be an investigative reporter, how she views her place in journalism, and how being a journalist has shaped her worldview.

Vivienne's salutes: Professors Ted Bridis, Brandon Meyer, Harrison Hove, reporter Garrett Shanley and the staff of Fresh Take Florida

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]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.alligator.org/staff/vivienne_serret" rel="nofollow">Vivienne Serret</a>, a student at the University of Florida who has been covering the resignation of president Ben Sasse and other notable stories for <a href="https://www.alligator.org/" rel="nofollow">The Alligator</a>, an independent newspaper covering the school, and <a href="https://x.com/FreshTakeFla?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Fresh Take Florida</a>, a wire service.</p><p>Vivienne talked about what went into <a href="https://www.alligator.org/article/2024/08/reason-behind-sasse-departure" rel="nofollow">her reporting on Sasse</a>, discussed <a href="https://www.wusf.org/education/2024-05-17/jewish-activist-anthony-damon-wray-undercover-criticism-israel-muslim-professors-uf" rel="nofollow">other stories she&#39;s covered</a>, explained essays she&#39;s written about <a href="https://theindependentflalligator.github.io/our-interwoven-legacy/opinions.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawE2DuNleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe3CsM9iZqgr8TYhHluLo51x9nEgsCJUl0blPtChqM6Onzj1skLnmrBDkw_aem_i3rCnI0QYqEUO-8Ya87bAg#vivi" rel="nofollow">the pressure of being a first-generation Latina</a> and also the difficulty of covering the trauma of others while dealing with her own trauma. She discussed the fearlessness required to be an investigative reporter, how she views her place in journalism, and how being a journalist has shaped her worldview.</p><p><strong>Vivienne&#39;s salutes:</strong> Professors <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/ted-bridis/" rel="nofollow">Ted Bridis</a>, <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/brandon-meyer/#:~:text=Brandon%20Meyer%20is%20a%20visiting,In%202022%20he%20launched%20FreshTake." rel="nofollow">Brandon Meyer</a>, <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/harrison-hove/" rel="nofollow">Harrison Hove</a>, reporter <a href="https://www.alligator.org/staff/garrett-shanley" rel="nofollow">Garrett Shanley</a> and the staff of Fresh Take Florida</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 06310ff4-8e9e-4d7f-9204-112cfee8fc4e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/63d9cd74-1e02-46f5-9a95-1f33055b5872 Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2403 no full Théoden Janes, Features and Entertainment Reporter, Charlotte Observer Théoden Janes, Features and Entertainment Reporter, Charlotte Observer 188 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Théoden Janes. Théoden is an award-winning features and entertainment reporter for the Charlotte Observer, for whom he’s worked for more than 18 years. He previously worked at The Washington Post, Arizona Republic, and Bergen Record. He’s a 1996 grad of the University of Arizona. Théoden talked about the different types of stories he writes, including one about a trip to South Korea to find his birth family (he was adopted at 9 months old), an obituary for a well-known local woman who had a special garden, and a variety of concert reviews that encompass a large part of his entertainment work. He explained how he comes up with his story ideas and he shared how his parents influenced his work. Théoden’s salute: David Leonhardt and the staff of The Morning at The New York Times Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Théoden Janes. Théoden is an award-winning features and entertainment reporter for the Charlotte Observer, for whom he’s worked for more than 18 years. He previously worked at The Washington Post, Arizona Republic, and Bergen Record. He’s a 1996 grad of the University of Arizona.

Théoden talked about the different types of stories he writes, including one about a trip to South Korea to find his birth family (he was adopted at 9 months old), an obituary for a well-known local woman who had a special garden, and a variety of concert reviews that encompass a large part of his entertainment work. He explained how he comes up with his story ideas and he shared how his parents influenced his work.

Théoden’s salute: David Leonhardt and the staff of The Morning at The New York Times


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by Théoden<strong> </strong>Janes. Théoden is an award-winning features and entertainment reporter for the Charlotte Observer, for whom he’s worked for more than 18 years. He previously worked at <em>The Washington Post</em>, <em>Arizona Republic</em>, and <em>Bergen Record</em>. He’s a 1996 grad of the University of Arizona.</p><p>Théoden talked about the different types of stories he writes, including one about <a href="https://www.charlotteobserver.com/living/article289144949.html" rel="nofollow">a trip to South Korea</a> to find his birth family (he was adopted at 9 months old), <a href="https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article271914512.html" rel="nofollow">an obituary for a well-known local woman</a> who had a special garden, and a variety of concert reviews that encompass a large part of his entertainment work. He explained how he comes up with his story ideas and he shared how his parents influenced his work.</p><p><strong>Théoden’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/by/david-leonhardt" rel="nofollow">David Leonhardt</a> and the staff of <em>The Morning</em> at <em>The New York Times</em></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 85aa55bc-b233-430c-a2bc-020bc69a3c50 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/59882fbb-7190-4e9f-aaa3-ad39dcabc73b Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2428 no full Alice Scott, JEA Student Journalist of the Year Alice Scott, JEA Student Journalist of the Year 187 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Alice Scott. Alice is this year’s Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year. Alice was co-editor of The Shield, the student newspaper at McCallum High School in Austin, Texas. It was not her first national award. She also won Student Broadcaster of the Year in 2022 from the National Scholastic Press Association. Alice talked about how her interests evolved from theatre to journalism, shared the story that most influenced her desire to be a journalist, explained how her approach to journalism is centered around listening, gave examples of the work she did, and shared her journalism aspirations Alice’s Salute: Student journalists from around the country Notable links: - Student Journalist of the Year Announcement - Her journalism portfolio - PBS story on transgender students - Story on students assisting refugees - School shootings editorial - 1st person account of caretaking for grandfather Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Alice Scott. Alice is this year’s Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year. Alice was co-editor of The Shield, the student newspaper at McCallum High School in Austin, Texas. It was not her first national award. She also won Student Broadcaster of the Year in 2022 from the National Scholastic Press Association.

Alice talked about how her interests evolved from theatre to journalism, shared the story that most influenced her desire to be a journalist, explained how her approach to journalism is centered around listening, gave examples of the work she did, and shared her journalism aspirations

Alice’s Salute: Student journalists from around the country

Notable links:

- Student Journalist of the Year Announcement

- Her journalism portfolio

- PBS story on transgender students

- Story on students assisting refugees

- School shootings editorial

- 1st person account of caretaking for grandfather


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-scott-945a35282/" rel="nofollow">Alice Scott</a>. Alice is this year’s Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year. Alice was co-editor of <a href="https://macshieldonline.com/" rel="nofollow">The Shield</a>, the student newspaper at McCallum High School in Austin, Texas. It was not her first national award. She also won Student Broadcaster of the Year in 2022 from the National Scholastic Press Association.</p><p>Alice talked about how her interests evolved from theatre to journalism, shared the story that most influenced her desire to be a journalist, explained how her approach to journalism is centered around listening, gave examples of the work she did, and shared her journalism aspirations</p><p><strong>Alice’s Salute:</strong> Student journalists from around the country</p><p><strong><u>Notable links:</u></strong></p><p>- <a href="https://jea.org/wp/blog/2024/04/06/jea-names-alice-scott-of-texas-as-2024-journalist-of-the-year/" rel="nofollow">Student Journalist of the Year Announcement</a></p><p>- <a href="https://alicescottportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow">Her journalism portfolio</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/i-know-who-i-am-transgender-youth-on-the-value-of-support-respect-for-their-identities" rel="nofollow">PBS story on transgender students</a></p><p>- <a href="https://macshieldonline.com/44559/features/between-the-borders/" rel="nofollow">Story on students assisting refugees</a></p><p>- <a href="https://macshieldonline.com/48316/opinion/a-band-aid-for-a-bullet-wound/" rel="nofollow">School shootings editorial</a></p><p>- <a href="https://macshieldonline.com/38037/opinion/beautiful-blue-eyes/" rel="nofollow">1<sup>st</sup> person account of caretaking for grandfather</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 48913cd5-feae-405e-9ee3-79514f840070 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b249ce3e-11ac-4ac5-94b0-37d81bedfd6c Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2670 no full 186. Aisha Sultan, Writer and Columnist: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 186. Aisha Sultan, Writer and Columnist: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 186 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Aisha Sultan. Aisha (@AishaS) is an award-winning writer and columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, whose column is also nationally syndicated. Aisha is Pakistani-American Muslim, a wife and mom of 2 who writes to help people feel seen or heard and to provide perspectives people may not have heard before. One day she’s writing a commentary on J.D. Vance’s comments about “childless cat ladies” and the presidential election, another she’s writing about a college faculty vote regarding the war in Gaza. Another, she’s writing about a roaming cat that captured the hearts of the people in its community and another about the winners of the paper’s father-child lookalike contest. She’s a journalist and story-collector who likes and believes in people. Aisha talked about the different types of writing she’s done, her evolution as a writer, and her foray into filmmaking. She gave examples of the work she’s done and how she handled reporting those stories or columns. Aisha’s salute: Journalists who have died in Gaza and the Committee to Protect Journalists. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Aisha Sultan. Aisha (@AishaS) is an award-winning writer and columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, whose column is also nationally syndicated.

Aisha is Pakistani-American Muslim, a wife and mom of 2 who writes to help people feel seen or heard and to provide perspectives people may not have heard before.

(Wednesday, August 14 is Independence Day of Pakistan)

One day she’s writing a commentary on J.D. Vance’s comments about “childless cat ladies” and the presidential election, another she’s writing about a college faculty vote regarding the war in Gaza. Another, she’s writing about a roaming cat that captured the hearts of the people in its community and another about the winners of the paper’s father-child lookalike contest. She’s a journalist and story-collector who likes and believes in people.

Aisha talked about the different types of writing she’s done, her evolution as a writer, and her foray into filmmaking. She gave examples of the work she’s done and how she handled reporting those stories or columns.

Aisha’s salute: Journalists who have died in Gaza and the Committee to Protect Journalists.

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://aishasultan.com/" rel="nofollow">Aisha Sultan</a>. Aisha (<a href="http://twitter.com/aishas" rel="nofollow">@AishaS</a>) is an award-winning writer and columnist for the <em>St. Louis Post-Dispatch, </em>whose column is also nationally syndicated.</p><p>Aisha is Pakistani-American Muslim, a wife and mom of 2 who writes to help people feel seen or heard and to provide perspectives people may not have heard before.</p><p>(Wednesday, August 14 is Independence Day of Pakistan)</p><p>One day she’s writing a commentary on J.D. Vance’s comments about “childless cat ladies” and the presidential election, another she’s writing about a college faculty vote regarding the war in Gaza. Another, she’s writing about a roaming cat that captured the hearts of the people in its community and another about the winners of the paper’s father-child lookalike contest. She’s a journalist and story-collector who likes and believes in people.</p><p>Aisha talked about <a href="https://www.stltoday.com/users/profile/asultan/" rel="nofollow">the different types of writing she’s done</a>, her evolution as a writer, and her foray into filmmaking. She gave examples of the work she’s done and how she handled reporting those stories or columns.</p><p><strong>Aisha’s salute:</strong> Journalists who have died in Gaza and the <a href="http://cpj.org/" rel="nofollow">Committee to Protect Journalists.</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 0b5a922f-4b62-445f-9c7c-a86e3947987c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4d4bfbb0-d0c5-4f0f-ab7f-d5b8a89c0d57 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2827 no full Mesfin Fekadu, Senior Editor, Music- The Hollywood Reporter; VP, Society For Features Journalism Mesfin Fekadu, Senior Editor, Music- The Hollywood Reporter; VP, Society For Features Journalism 185 1 Mark Simon On this episode Mark Simon is joined by Mesfin Fekadu. Mesfin is the senior editor for music at The Hollywood Reporter, which he’s done the last 2 years. Previously he had a 13-year run that included time as senior journalist and music editor for The Associated Press. In between, he spent a year and a half in the communications department at Netflix. Additionally, he’s a vice president at the Society for Features Journalism, which just announced its annual award winners. The discussion covered the intersection of music with current events, such as Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, and the influence of celebrities in politics. Mesfin delves into his career journey, memorable interviews with stars like Dolly Parton and Adele, and actors/actresses from Abbott Elementary, as well as a story about racism in country music. He also talked about hosting one of Hollywood Reporter’s famous celebrity roundtables. Additionally, he discusses his involvement with the Society for Features Journalism and the importance of independent storytelling in traditional and digital media. Mesfin’s salutes: Nekesa Mumbi Moody, co-editor-in-chief, The Hollywood Reporter Fatima Shaik, former journalism professor, Saint Peter’s University Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode Mark Simon is joined by Mesfin Fekadu. Mesfin is the senior editor for music at The Hollywood Reporter, which he’s done the last 2 years. Previously he had a 13-year run that included time as senior journalist and music editor for The Associated Press. In between, he spent a year and a half in the communications department at Netflix.

Additionally, he’s a vice president at the Society for Features Journalism, which just announced its annual award winners.

The discussion covered the intersection of music with current events, such as Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, and the influence of celebrities in politics. Mesfin delves into his career journey, memorable interviews with stars like Dolly Parton and Adele, and actors/actresses from Abbott Elementary, as well as a story about racism in country music. He also talked about hosting one of Hollywood Reporter’s famous celebrity roundtables.

Additionally, he discusses his involvement with the Society for Features Journalism and the importance of independent storytelling in traditional and digital media.

Mesfin’s salutes:

Nekesa Mumbi Moody, co-editor-in-chief, The Hollywood Reporter

Fatima Shaik, former journalism professor, Saint Peter’s University

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]]> <p>On this episode Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/musicmesfin/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Mesfin Fekadu</a>. Mesfin is the senior editor for music at <a href="http://hollywoodreporter.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Hollywood Reporter</em></a>, which he’s done the last 2 years. Previously he had a 13-year run that included time as senior journalist and music editor for The Associated Press. In between, he spent a year and a half in the communications department at Netflix.</p><p>Additionally, he’s a vice president at the <a href="http://featuresjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">Society for Features Journalism</a>, which just announced its annual award winners.</p><p>The discussion covered the intersection of music with current events, such as Kamala Harris&#39; presidential campaign, and the influence of celebrities in politics. Mesfin delves into his career journey, memorable interviews with stars like <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/dolly-parton-interview-new-album-rockstar-superbowl-halftime-show-1235634785/" rel="nofollow">Dolly Parton</a> and <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/adele-emotional-interview-music-motherhood-hollywood-las-vegas-1235711358/" rel="nofollow">Adele</a>, and <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/abbott-elementary-william-stanford-davis-interview-1235915014/" rel="nofollow">actors</a>/<a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/abbott-elementary-quinta-brunson-janine-teagues-glow-up-season-3-1235898819/" rel="nofollow">actresses</a> from <em>Abbott </em>Elementary, as well as a story about <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/the-war-and-treaty-cotton-plant-austin-festival-dressing-room-1235938735/" rel="nofollow">racism in country music</a>. He also talked about hosting one of <em>Hollywood Reporter’s </em>famous <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgkLkALtRcM" rel="nofollow">celebrity roundtables</a>.</p><p>Additionally, he discusses his involvement with the Society for Features Journalism and the importance of independent storytelling in traditional and digital media.</p><p><strong>Mesfin’s salutes: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nekesamumbimoody" rel="nofollow">Nekesa Mumbi Moody</a>, co-editor-in-chief, The Hollywood Reporter</p><p><a href="https://www.saintpeters.edu/academics/faculty/members/fatima-shaik/" rel="nofollow">Fatima Shaik</a>, former journalism professor, Saint Peter’s University</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 3b825cfd-74a9-455a-8138-ec3dd5d424fe https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c1cf0c52-3721-417f-a915-4f12716d2ef1 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2826 no full Jim Morris, Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief, Public Health Watch Jim Morris, Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief, Public Health Watch 184 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Jim Morris, executive director and editor-in-chief of Public Health Watch, discusses his career in journalism and the significant environmental reporting done by his organization. The conversation delves into Public Health Watch's role in shedding light on environmental injustices, particularly through their 'Toxic Texas Air' series, which was a runner-up for The Collier Prize, a prestigious investigative journalism award. The series examines the severe impact of petrochemical pollution in Texas. Jim shares his journalism journey, the importance of investigative journalism, and the tangible impacts their reporting has had, including within the Texas legislature. Jim also talked about his new book, The Cancer Factory. The episode also highlights the challenges and the need for earning community trust while reporting on complex environmental and public health issues. Jim’s salute: Ana Bueno, Univision Houston Find the Toxic Texas Air series at - https://publichealthwatch.org/category/environment/toxic-texas-air/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Jim Morris, executive director and editor-in-chief of Public Health Watch, discusses his career in journalism and the significant environmental and public health reporting done by his organization with Mark Simon.

The conversation gets into Public Health Watch's role in shedding light on environmental injustices, particularly through their 'Toxic Texas Air' series, which was a runner-up for The Collier Prize, a prestigious investigative journalism award. The series examines the severe impact of petrochemical pollution in Texas.

Jim shares his journalism journey, the importance of investigative journalism, and the tangible impacts their reporting has had, including within the Texas legislature. Jim also talked about his new book, The Cancer Factory.

 The episode also highlights the challenges and the need for earning community trust while reporting on complex environmental and public health issues.

 Jim’s salute: Ana Bueno, Univision Houston

 Find the Toxic Texas Air series at - https://publichealthwatch.org/category/environment/toxic-texas-air/

 

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]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="https://x.com/jimgmorris" rel="nofollow">Jim Morris</a>, executive director and editor-in-chief of <a href="http://publichealthwatch.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>Public Health Watch</em></a>, discusses his career in journalism and the significant environmental and public health reporting done by his organization with <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a>. </p><p>The conversation gets into Public Health Watch&#39;s role in shedding light on environmental injustices, particularly through their &#39;Toxic Texas Air&#39; series, which was a runner-up for <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/collier-prize-for-state-government-accountability/" rel="nofollow">The Collier Prize</a>, a prestigious investigative journalism award. The series examines the severe impact of petrochemical pollution in Texas. </p><p>Jim shares his journalism journey, the importance of investigative journalism, and the tangible impacts their reporting has had, including within the Texas legislature. Jim also talked about his new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Factory-Industrial-Chemicals-Corporate-ebook/dp/B0C3C28TKY" rel="nofollow">The Cancer Factory</a>.</p><p> The episode also highlights the challenges and the need for earning community trust while reporting on complex environmental and public health issues.</p><p> <strong>Jim’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-bueno-8b428bb6" rel="nofollow">Ana Bueno, Univision Houston</a></p><p> Find the Toxic Texas Air series at - <a href="https://publichealthwatch.org/category/environment/toxic-texas-air/" rel="nofollow">https://publichealthwatch.org/category/environment/toxic-texas-air/</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 73082249-698b-4d65-87fc-beadcfa6609f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/843cb80b-90c1-4724-86cf-47e9a259475b Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2178 no full Lev Gringauz, Associate Editor, Jewfolk Lev Gringauz, Associate Editor, Jewfolk 183 1 Mark Simon In this episode, we’re joined by Lev Gringauz, associate editor for Jewfolk. Lev delves into his journey to becoming a specialized journalist covering Jewish communities in Minnesota and Cincinnati. Lev shares insights into his reporting process, including his motivations and challenges in tackling diverse stories. The two do a thorough look at an 18,000-word investigative story Lev did on the planned closure of the Hebrew Union College rabbinical school in Cincinnati. Lev also talked about the complexities of reporting on sensitive issues, like the Israel-Hamas war. He also shared what it’s been like to cover visits by teachers to prominent sites connected to the Holocaust. Lev’s story on the college closing https://cincyjewfolk.com/2024/04/19/how-to-close-a-campus-huc-jir-bleeds-money-while-cincinnati-pays-the-price/ Lev’s salute: Tovah Lazoroff, The Jerusalem Post Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, we’re joined by Lev Gringauz, associate editor for Jewfolk.

Lev delves into his journey to becoming a specialized journalist covering Jewish communities in Minnesota and Cincinnati. Lev shares insights into his reporting process, including his motivations and challenges in tackling diverse stories.

The two do a thorough look at an 18,000-word investigative story Lev did on the planned closure of the Hebrew Union College rabbinical school in Cincinnati. Lev also talked about the complexities of reporting on sensitive issues, like the Israel-Hamas war. He also shared what it’s been like to cover visits by teachers to prominent sites connected to the Holocaust.

Lev’s story on the college closing

https://cincyjewfolk.com/2024/04/19/how-to-close-a-campus-huc-jir-bleeds-money-while-cincinnati-pays-the-price/

Lev’s salute: Tovah Lazoroff, The Jerusalem Post

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]]> <p>In this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://x.com/ruskicouch" rel="nofollow">Lev Gringauz</a>, associate editor for <a href="https://jewfolk.com/" rel="nofollow">Jewfolk</a>.</p><p>Lev delves into his journey to becoming a specialized journalist covering Jewish communities in <a href="https://tcjewfolk.com/author/levami/" rel="nofollow">Minnesota</a> and <a href="https://cincyjewfolk.com/author/levami/" rel="nofollow">Cincinnati</a>. Lev shares insights into his reporting process, including his motivations and challenges in tackling diverse stories. </p><p>The two do a thorough look at an 18,000-word investigative story Lev did on the planned closure of the Hebrew Union College rabbinical school in Cincinnati. Lev also talked about the complexities of reporting on sensitive issues, <a href="https://tcjewfolk.com/2023/11/01/edina-a-microcosm-for-how-israel-hamas-war-affects-schools-jewish-community-response/" rel="nofollow">like the Israel-Hamas war</a>. He also shared what it’s been like to cover visits by teachers to <a href="https://cincyjewfolk.com/2024/07/18/facing-nazi-atrocities-teachers-trace-path-from-warsaw-to-treblinka/" rel="nofollow">prominent sites connected to the Holocaust</a>. </p><p>Lev’s story on the college closing</p><p><a href="https://cincyjewfolk.com/2024/04/19/how-to-close-a-campus-huc-jir-bleeds-money-while-cincinnati-pays-the-price/" rel="nofollow">https://cincyjewfolk.com/2024/04/19/how-to-close-a-campus-huc-jir-bleeds-money-while-cincinnati-pays-the-price/</a></p><p><strong>Lev’s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.jpost.com/author/tovah-lazaroff" rel="nofollow">Tovah Lazoroff</a>, The Jerusalem Post</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> a0990843-c0c0-4cd1-ba36-a2330f76a690 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/59342dea-b32d-44ca-98b4-b09a545e3f53 Tue, 23 Jul 2024 04:05:00 +0000 3037 no full Mira Fox, Staff Writer: The Forward (covering Jewish culture) Mira Fox, Staff Writer: The Forward (covering Jewish culture) 182 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Mira Fox, a staff writer for The Forward, who discusses her work covering Jewish culture. Mira talked about her diverse writing topics, from serious issues like student protests and anti-Semitism to lighter pieces and reader advice columns. Mira shared her winding journey to journalism, her upbringing, education, and the impact of her personal and geographic experiences on her work. She provided insights into her writing process, especially as to how it pertained to an 8,000-word piece about BYU’s production of Fiddler On The Roof. Story examples - Fiddler on the Roof - The Talmud and Kristi Noem - Odd places the war has been referenced - Brown University encampments - Bintel Brief advice column Mira’s salute: Andrew Silverstein, freelance writer Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Mira Fox, a staff writer for The Forward, who discusses her work covering Jewish culture.

Mira talked about her diverse writing topics, from serious issues like student protests and anti-Semitism to lighter pieces and reader advice columns. Mira shared her winding journey to journalism, her upbringing, education, and the impact of her personal experiences on her work. She also provided insights into her writing process, especially as to how it pertained to an 8,000-word piece about BYU’s production of Fiddler On The Roof. 

Story examples

- Fiddler on the Roof

- The Talmud and Kristi Noem

- Odd places the war has been referenced

- Brown University encampments

- Bintel Brief advice column

 

Mira’s salute: Andrew Silverstein, freelance writer

 

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]]> <p><span>In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Mira Fox, a staff writer for The Forward, who discusses her work covering Jewish culture. </span></p><p><span>Mira talked about her diverse writing topics, from serious issues like student protests and anti-Semitism to lighter pieces and reader advice columns. Mira shared her winding journey to journalism, her upbringing, education, and the impact of her personal experiences on her work. She also provided insights into her writing process, especially as to how it pertained to an 8,000-word piece about BYU’s production of Fiddler On The Roof. </span></p><p><strong>Story examples</strong></p><p><span>- </span><a href="https://forward.com/culture/484448/byu-fiddler-on-the-roof-mormon-jewish-latter-day-saints/" rel="nofollow">Fiddler on the Roof</a></p><p><span>- </span><a href="https://forward.com/culture/609616/talmud-dog-kristi-noem-abuse/" rel="nofollow">The Talmud and Kristi Noem</a></p><p><span>- </span><a href="https://forward.com/culture/627882/gaza-israel-war-nagging-social-media/" rel="nofollow">Odd places the war has been referenced</a></p><p><span>- </span><a href="https://forward.com/news/609526/brown-university-antisemitism-protests-encampment/" rel="nofollow">Brown University encampments</a></p><p><span>- </span><a href="https://forward.com/culture/615763/bintel-brief-ex-boyfriend-synagogue-dating-jewish/" rel="nofollow">Bintel Brief advice column</a></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mira’s salute:</strong><span> </span><a href="https://andrewsilverstein.nyc/" rel="nofollow">Andrew Silverstein, freelance writer</a></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> c3aad434-400d-42f5-b8da-69c07a63076f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6256047f-55ec-4570-af57-14d722d668b6 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2443 no full Michael Anguille, Journalist & Executive Director: Stillwater Awards Michael Anguille, Journalist & Executive Director: Stillwater Awards 181 1 Mark Simon On this episode Mark Simon is joined by Michael Anguille, a journalist and the executive director of the Stillwater Awards, which are given by the Society of Professional Journalists and the Prison Journalism Project for excellence in journalism within the incarcerated community. Thanks to Michael Koretzky (whom Michael saluted) for his help in coordinating this interview. He is well aware of my desire to have a diverse guest base in every respect. Michael is a professional journalist who has dealt with drug and alcohol abuse issues and served 8 1/2 years in prison in Florida for a drunk driving car accident that happened in 2014. Prior to that he was writing and editing for OutSFL, which covers LGBTQ issues in South Florida. He also writes for a variety of outlets, including BestColleges.com and is currently applying to law schools. Michael talked candidly about his life, what led to his incarceration, and what he did in prison that kept him moving towards a path of writing and journalism. He also went through some of the highlights from the winners of the Stillwater Awards and explained the importance of elevating prison journalism and prison journalists. Stillwater Awards winners: https://www.spj.org/stillwater-2024.asp Michael's salutes: Prison Journalism Project and The Marshall Project Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode Mark Simon is joined by Michael Anguille, a journalist and the executive director of the Stillwater Awards, which are given by the Society of Professional Journalists and the Prison Journalism Project for excellence in journalism within the incarcerated community.

(Thanks to Michael Koretzky at Florida Atlantic University, (whom Michael saluted) for his help in coordinating this interview. He is well aware of my desire to have a diverse guest base in every respect.)

Michael is a professional journalist who has dealt with drug and alcohol abuse issues and served 8 1/2 years in prison in Florida for a drunk driving car accident that happened in 2014. 

Prior to that he was managing editor of the school newspaper at Florida Atlantic and managing editor of the South Florida Gay News. He currently writes for a variety of outlets, including BestColleges.com and is currently applying to law schools.

Michael talked candidly about his life, what led to his incarceration, and what he did in prison that kept him moving towards a path of writing and journalism. He also went through some of the highlights from the winners of the Stillwater Awards and explained the importance of elevating prison journalism and prison journalists.

Stillwater Awards winners: https://www.spj.org/stillwater-2024.asp

Michael's salutes: Prison Journalism Project and The Marshall Project

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]]> <p>On this episode Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.bestcolleges.com/contributors/michael-anguille/" rel="nofollow">Michael Anguille</a>, a journalist and the executive director of the Stillwater Awards, which are given by the <a href="http://spj.org" rel="nofollow">Society of Professional Journalists</a> and the <a href="http://prisonjournalismproject.org" rel="nofollow">Prison Journalism Project</a> for excellence in journalism within the incarcerated community.</p><p>(Thanks to Michael Koretzky at Florida Atlantic University, (whom Michael saluted) for his help in coordinating this interview. He is well aware of my desire to have a diverse guest base in every respect.)</p><p>Michael is a professional journalist who has dealt with drug and alcohol abuse issues and served 8 1/2 years in prison in Florida for a drunk driving car accident that happened in 2014. </p><p>Prior to that he was managing editor of the school newspaper at Florida Atlantic and managing editor of the South Florida Gay News. He currently writes for a variety of outlets, including BestColleges.com and is currently applying to law schools.</p><p>Michael talked candidly about his life, what led to his incarceration, and what he did in prison that kept him moving towards a path of writing and journalism. He also went through some of the highlights from the winners of the Stillwater Awards and explained the importance of elevating prison journalism and prison journalists.</p><p><strong>Stillwater Awards winners:</strong> <a href="https://www.spj.org/stillwater-2024.asp" rel="nofollow">https://www.spj.org/stillwater-2024.asp</a></p><p><strong>Michael&#39;s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://prisonjournalismproject.org/" rel="nofollow">Prison Journalism Project</a> and <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Marshall Project</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 3b6e950f-a5ee-4b7b-9e87-6f4591d55471 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3f2403a5-2355-45d2-8ca8-3b604946c4ac Tue, 09 Jul 2024 04:49:00 +0000 2238 no full Pulitzer Prize Winners Sarah Conway and Trina Reynolds-Tyler (City Bureau and The Invisible Institute Pulitzer Prize Winners Sarah Conway and Trina Reynolds-Tyler (City Bureau and The Invisible Institute 180 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Sarah Conway, a senior reporter at City Bureau and Trina Reynolds-Tyler, the data director for The Invisible Institute. They just won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for local reporting for their 2-year investigation, Missing in Chicago. You can find it at ChicagoMissingPersons.com. Their 7-part investigative series revealed how Chicago police violated state law and police procedure, delaying and mishandling missing person cases. The series revealed a racial bias that disproportionately impacts Black women and girls and how poor police data is making the problem harder to solve. The interview explores how the project began, challenges faced during the investigation, personal experiences that shaped their journalism journeys, the importance of accurate data, and the value of community involvement in journalism. The conversation also highlights the duo's personal mental health strategies while working on this emotionally taxing project. Sarah’s Salutes: Chicago photojournalist & reporter Sebastian Hidalgo Trina’s Salutes: Jamie Nesbitt Golden, Block Club Chicago About City Bureau: City Bureau is a Chicago-based nonprofit journalism lab reimagining local media: how we make it, who can make it, and how it can better reflect people’s priorities and needs. We do this by equipping people with skills and resources, engaging in critical public conversations, and producing information that directly addresses people’s needs. Our programs equip people with skills, resources, and connections, creating pathways for a more participatory democracy. Drawing from our work in Chicago, we aim to equip every community with the tools it needs to eliminate information inequity to further liberation, justice and self-determination To learn more about City Bureau, listen to our interview with its co-founder, Bettina Chang About Invisible Institute: The Invisible Institute is a nonprofit journalism production company on the South Side of Chicago. We work to enhance the capacity of citizens to hold public institutions accountable. As we address the racial inequities that deform our society, we also work to alter the asymmetrical power dynamic within journalism by creating the conditions for people to drive their own narratives, putting our craft at the service of their experience. Our work is organized around a central principle: we have co-responsibility with the government for maintaining respect for human rights and, when abuses occur, for demanding redress. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode Mark Simon is joined by Sarah Conway, a senior reporter at City Bureau and Trina Reynolds-Tyler, the data director for The Invisible Institute. They just won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for local reporting for their 2-year investigation, Missing in Chicago. You can find it at ChicagoMissingPersons.com.

Their 7-part investigative series revealed how Chicago police violated state law and police procedure, delaying and mishandling missing person cases. The series revealed a racial bias that disproportionately impacts Black women and girls and how poor police data is making the problem harder to solve.

The interview explores how the project began, challenges faced during the investigation, personal experiences that shaped their journalism journeys, the importance of accurate data, and the value of community involvement in journalism. The conversation also highlights the duo's personal mental health strategies while working on this emotionally taxing project.


Sarah’s Salutes: Chicago photojournalist & reporter Sebastian Hidalgo

Trina’s Salutes: Jamie Nesbitt Golden, Block Club Chicago


About City Bureau:

City Bureau is a Chicago-based nonprofit journalism lab reimagining local media: how we make it, who can make it, and how it can better reflect people’s priorities and needs. We do this by equipping people with skills and resources, engaging in critical public conversations, and producing information that directly addresses people’s needs. Our programs equip people with skills, resources, and connections, creating pathways for a more participatory democracy. Drawing from our work in Chicago, we aim to equip every community with the tools it needs to eliminate information inequity to further liberation, justice and self-determination 

To learn more about City Bureau, listen to our interview with its co-founder, Bettina Chang 

About Invisible Institute:

The Invisible Institute is a nonprofit journalism production company on the South Side of Chicago. We work to enhance the capacity of citizens to hold public institutions accountable. As we address the racial inequities that deform our society, we also work to alter the asymmetrical power dynamic within journalism by creating the conditions for people to drive their own narratives, putting our craft at the service of their experience. Our work is organized around a central principle: we have co-responsibility with the government for maintaining respect for human rights and, when abuses occur, for demanding redress.


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]]> <p>On this episode Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://www.sarahanneconway.com/" rel="nofollow">Sarah Conway</a>, a senior reporter at <a href="https://www.citybureau.org/" rel="nofollow">City Bureau</a> and <a href="https://invisible.institute/trina-reynolds-tyler" rel="nofollow">Trina Reynolds-Tyler</a>, the data director for <a href="https://invisible.institute/" rel="nofollow">The Invisible Institute</a>. They just won the 2024 <a href="http://pulitzer.org/" rel="nofollow">Pulitzer Prize</a> for local reporting for their 2-year investigation, <em>Missing in Chicago</em>. You can find it at <a href="http://chicagomissingpersons.com/" rel="nofollow">ChicagoMissingPersons.com</a>.</p><p>Their 7-part investigative series revealed how Chicago police violated state law and police procedure, delaying and mishandling missing person cases. The series revealed a racial bias that disproportionately impacts Black women and girls and how poor police data is making the problem harder to solve.</p><p>The interview explores how the project began, challenges faced during the investigation, personal experiences that shaped their journalism journeys, the importance of accurate data, and the value of community involvement in journalism. The conversation also highlights the duo&#39;s personal mental health strategies while working on this emotionally taxing project.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sarah’s Salutes: </strong>Chicago photojournalist &amp; reporter <a href="https://sebastianhidalgophoto.com/" rel="nofollow">Sebastian Hidalgo</a></p><p><strong>Trina’s Salutes: </strong><a href="https://blockclubchicago.org/author/jamie-nesbitt-golden/" rel="nofollow">Jamie Nesbitt Golden, Block Club Chicago</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About </strong><a href="https://www.citybureau.org/" rel="nofollow"><strong>City Bureau:</strong></a></p><p><span>City Bureau is a Chicago-based nonprofit journalism lab reimagining local media: how we make it, who can make it, and how it can better reflect people’s priorities and needs. </span><span>We do this by equipping people with skills and resources, engaging in critical public conversations, and producing information that directly addresses people’s needs. </span><span>Our programs equip people with skills, resources, and connections, creating pathways for a more participatory democracy. </span><span>Drawing from our work in Chicago, we aim to equip every community with the tools it needs to eliminate information inequity to further liberation, justice and self-determination </span></p><p>To learn more about City Bureau, <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/2020/11/23/bettina-chang-of-city-bureau-on-producing-impactful-big-city-journalism/" rel="nofollow">listen to our interview with its co-founder, Bettina Chang</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>About </strong><a href="https://invisible.institute/introduction" rel="nofollow"><strong>Invisible Institute:</strong></a></p><p><span>The Invisible Institute is a nonprofit journalism production company on the South Side of Chicago. We work to enhance the capacity of citizens to hold public institutions accountable. As we address the racial inequities that deform our society, we also work to alter the asymmetrical power dynamic within journalism by creating the conditions for people to drive their own narratives, putting our craft at the service of their experience. Our work is organized around a central principle: we have co-responsibility with the government for maintaining respect for human rights and, when abuses occur, for demanding redress.</span></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 15740ae3-12a0-4f41-9263-5b3738aaa846 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f388968e-022f-4c2b-9438-1f670e6d186b Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:05:00 +0000 3003 no full Christina Kahrl, Sports Editor: San Francisco Chronicle Christina Kahrl, Sports Editor: San Francisco Chronicle 179 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon interviews Christina Kahrl, the sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle since 2021. Christina's career includes over a decade at ESPN.com and a significant role at Baseball Prospectus. Christina shares her journey into journalism. She also discusses her experience as a transgender woman who came out publicly in 20023, with support from colleagues and the baseball community. The conversation covers Christina's work on LGBT civil rights issues, memorable baseball stories, including her interview with Minnie Minoso, and her approach to sports journalism. Christina emphasizes the importance of local reporting, investigative journalism, and covering broader issues within sports. Christina's salute: Sarah Langs, a baseball data journalist battling ALS Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Mark Simon interviews Christina Kahrl, the sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle since 2021. Christina's career includes over a decade at ESPN.com and a significant co-founding role at Baseball Prospectus. 

Christina shares her journey into journalism. She also discusses her experience as a transgender woman who came out publicly with support from colleagues and the baseball community. 

The conversation covers Christina's work on LGBT civil rights issues, memorable baseball stories, including her interview with Minnie Minoso, and her approach to sports journalism. Christina emphasizes the importance of local reporting, investigative journalism, and covering broader issues within sports. 

Christina's salute: Sarah Langs, a baseball data journalist battling ALS

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]]> <p>In this episode, Mark Simon interviews <a href="https://twitter.com/ChristinaKahrl?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Christina Kahrl</a>, the sports editor of the <a href="http://sfchronicle.com" rel="nofollow">San Francisco Chronicle</a> since 2021. Christina&#39;s career includes over a decade at ESPN.com and a significant co-founding role at <a href="http://baseballprospectus.com" rel="nofollow">Baseball Prospectus</a>. </p><p>Christina shares her journey into journalism. She also discusses her experience as a transgender woman who came out publicly with support from colleagues and the baseball community. </p><p>The conversation covers Christina&#39;s work on LGBT civil rights issues, memorable baseball stories, including <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/page/blackhistoryMLBminoso/white-sox-great-minnie-minoso-integration-fan-appreciation-cuba-hof-slight" rel="nofollow">her interview with Minnie Minoso</a>, and her approach to sports journalism. Christina emphasizes the importance of local reporting, investigative journalism, and covering broader issues within sports. </p><p><strong>Christina&#39;s salute:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/slangsonsports" rel="nofollow">Sarah Langs</a>, a baseball data journalist battling ALS</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 291b06e7-7a70-4c04-b567-2b62e2f5e61e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6da9f547-86fe-48a3-acf4-24558b8a3a42 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:05:00 +0000 3296 no full Stacie Sherman, Senior Editor Bloomberg News Stacie Sherman, Senior Editor Bloomberg News 178 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Stacie Sherman, a senior editor at Bloomberg News with 27 years of experience, shares her career journey. Stacey discusses her transition from an accounting major to journalism, influenced by a pivotal class in college. She details her diverse roles at Bloomberg, and her significant work covering state government.Stacie also elaborates on the importance of quick, accurate news delivery at Bloomberg, emphasizing the significance of multimedia in news reporting. Additionally, she touches on her passion for women in journalism and her recent foray into authorship with her book 'My Broken Road, The Tangled and Twisted Musings of an Autism Mama' which shares her experiences as a mother of two children on the autism spectrum. The episode provides insights into Stacey's career, her achievements, and her dedication to journalism and storytelling. Her blog: Brielle's Voice Stacie's Salute: Student Journalists at Columbia University and The College of New Jersey Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com In this episode, Stacie Sherman, a senior editor at Bloomberg News with 27 years of experience, shares her career journey. Stacie discusses her transition from an accounting major to journalism, influenced by a pivotal class in college. She details her diverse roles at Bloomberg, and her significant work covering state government. Stacie also elaborates on the importance of quick, accurate news delivery at Bloomberg, emphasizing the significance of multimedia in news reporting. 

Additionally, she touches on her passion for women in journalism and her recent foray into authorship with her book 'My Broken Road, The Tangled and Twisted Musings of an Autism Mama' which shares her experiences as a mother of two children on the autism spectrum. 

The episode provides insights into Stacie's career, her achievements, and her dedication to journalism and storytelling.

Her blog: Brielle's Voice

Stacie's Salute: Student Journalists at Columbia University and The College of New Jersey

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]]> <p>In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/staciesherman13" rel="nofollow">Stacie Sherman</a>, a senior editor at Bloomberg News with 27 years of experience, shares her career journey. Stacie discusses her transition from an accounting major to journalism, influenced by a pivotal class in college. She details her diverse roles at Bloomberg, and her significant work covering state government. Stacie also elaborates on the importance of quick, accurate news delivery at Bloomberg, emphasizing the significance of multimedia in news reporting. </p><p>Additionally, she touches on her passion for women in journalism and her recent foray into authorship with her book &#39;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/My-broken-road-tangled-twisted/dp/B0D5RFTWPG" rel="nofollow">My Broken Road, The Tangled and Twisted Musings of an Autism Mama</a>&#39; which shares her experiences as a mother of two children on the autism spectrum. </p><p>The episode provides insights into Stacie&#39;s career, her achievements, and her dedication to journalism and storytelling.</p><p>Her blog: <a href="http://briellesvoice.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Brielle&#39;s Voice</a></p><p><strong>Stacie&#39;s Salute:</strong> Student Journalists at Columbia University and The College of New Jersey</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> fcb09de3-1f8d-4280-8a94-eeeb1058345b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b17e7af5-e69a-4416-a8ad-f75fcbdb1957 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1828 no full Carla Robinson & Daralyse Lyons: Chestnut Hill Local Carla Robinson & Daralyse Lyons: Chestnut Hill Local 177 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Carla Robinson and Daralyse Lyons from the Chestnut Hill Local. Carla is the editor in chief of the Chestnut Hill Local. Daralyse is the business growth officer for the Chestnut Hill paper and the Mount Airy Local. The Local is a community-focused newspaper serving Northwest Philadelphia. Carla and Daralyse talked about their accidental journeys into journalism, the mission and responsibilities of the newspaper, the significance of local news, and their personal passions and values as journalists. They highlight the importance of community engagement, collaboration, and trust in sustaining impactful local journalism. The episode also touches on their roles, editorial experiences, and ambitions for future projects that enhance community connections. Article of note: We Have A Choice About How We Respond To Hate https://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/we-have-a-choice-about-how-we-respond-to-hate,29308 Their salutes (besides their staff): Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative, Kouvenda Media, Broad Street Review, Dosage Magazine, WURD Radio, the NABJ, and the NLGJA. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Carla Robinson and Daralyse Lyons from the Chestnut Hill Local. Carla is the editor in chief of the Chestnut Hill Local. Daralyse is the business growth officer for the Chestnut Hill paper and the Mount Airy Local. The Local is a community-focused newspaper serving Northwest Philadelphia.

Carla and Daralyse talked about their accidental journeys into journalism, the mission and responsibilities of the newspaper, the significance of local news, and their personal passions and values as journalists.

They highlight the importance of community engagement, collaboration, and trust in sustaining impactful local journalism. The episode also touches on their roles, editorial experiences, and ambitions for future projects that enhance community connections.

Article of note: We Have A Choice About How We Respond To Hate

https://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/we-have-a-choice-about-how-we-respond-to-hate,29308

Their salutes (besides their staff):

Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative, Kouvenda Media, Broad Street Review, Dosage Magazine, WURD Radio, the NABJ, and the NLGJA.


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-robinson-b40b442" rel="nofollow">Carla Robinson</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daralyselyons" rel="nofollow">Daralyse Lyons</a> from the Chestnut Hill Local. Carla is the editor in chief of the <a href="https://chestnuthilllocal.com/" rel="nofollow">Chestnut Hill Local</a>. Daralyse is the business growth officer for the Chestnut Hill paper and the Mount Airy Local. The Local is a community-focused newspaper serving Northwest Philadelphia. </p><p>Carla and Daralyse talked about <span>their accidental journeys into journalism, the mission and responsibilities of the newspaper, the significance of local news, and their personal passions and values as journalists. </span></p><p><span>They highlight the importance of community engagement, collaboration, and trust in sustaining impactful local journalism. The episode also touches on their roles, editorial experiences, and ambitions for future projects that enhance community connections.</span></p><p><strong>Article of note:</strong> We Have A Choice About How We Respond To Hate</p><p><a href="https://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/we-have-a-choice-about-how-we-respond-to-hate,29308" rel="nofollow">https://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/we-have-a-choice-about-how-we-respond-to-hate,29308</a></p><p><strong>Their salutes (besides their staff):</strong></p><p><a href="https://resolvephilly.org/PJC" rel="nofollow">Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative</a>, <a href="https://www.kouvendamedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Kouvenda Media</a>, <a href="https://www.broadstreetreview.com/" rel="nofollow">Broad Street Review</a>, <a href="https://www.dosagemagazine.com/" rel="nofollow">Dosage Magazine</a>, <a href="https://wurdradio.com/" rel="nofollow">WURD Radio</a>, the <a href="http://nabj.org/" rel="nofollow">NABJ</a>, and the <a href="http://nlgja.org/" rel="nofollow">NLGJA</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 17c795e8-e9d5-4ae2-9fbd-fc1083e75aaf https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/a1cd8d28-8d9b-4c7e-a937-99b054e32d7c Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2587 no full Pulitzer Prize winner Medar De La Cruz Pulitzer Prize winner Medar De La Cruz 176 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Medar De La Cruz. Medar is a Dominican American cartoonist and illustrator from Miami who currently lives in Brooklyn N.Y. In May 2023, Medar wrote and drew from his own experience, as a Rikers Island prison library worker through the Brooklyn Public Library. That work done for The New Yorker won the Pulitzer Prize for illustrated reporting and commentary. Medar shared parts of his life story leading up to getting this job, including how he sold comics he created in Union Square and slept in an art studio. He explained the break he got that led to doing a drawing for The New York Times, one that was seen by an editor at The New Yorker, which eventually led to his Pulitzer-winning series of drawings. Medar walked us through the different drawings, explaining his process for several of them. He detailed what it was like to be a library worker in one of the country’s most famous prisons. He also talked about the future, which includes a book about his experience, and described why he finds libraries so appealing. You can find the Pulitzer-winning article here https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-diary-of-a-rikers-island-library-worker?_ga=2.225364825.2128249421.1717466611-743932481.1715143392 Medar’s salute: Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Medar De La Cruz. Medar is a Dominican American cartoonist and illustrator from Miami who currently lives in Brooklyn N.Y.

In May 2023, Medar wrote and drew from his own experience, as a Rikers Island prison library worker through the Brooklyn Public Library. That work done for The New Yorker won the Pulitzer Prize for illustrated reporting and commentary.

Medar shared parts of his life story leading up to getting this job, including how he sold comics he created in Union Square and slept in an art studio. He explained the break he got that led to doing a drawing for The New York Times, one that was seen by an editor at The New Yorker, which eventually led to his Pulitzer-winning series of drawings and an essay.

Medar walked us through the different drawings, explaining his process for several of them. He detailed what it was like to be a library worker in one of the country’s most famous prisons. He also talked about the future, which includes a book about his experience, and described why he finds libraries so appealing.

You can find the Pulitzer-winning article here

https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-diary-of-a-rikers-island-library-worker?_ga=2.225364825.2128249421.1717466611-743932481.1715143392


Medar’s salute: Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.mdlcomics.com/" rel="nofollow">Medar De La Cruz.</a> Medar is a Dominican American cartoonist and illustrator from Miami who currently lives in Brooklyn N.Y.</p><p>In May 2023, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mdlcomics/" rel="nofollow">Medar</a> wrote and drew from his own experience, as a Rikers Island prison library worker through the Brooklyn Public Library. That work done for <em>The New Yorker</em> won the Pulitzer Prize for illustrated reporting and commentary.</p><p>Medar shared parts of his life story leading up to getting this job, including how he sold comics he created in Union Square and slept in an art studio. He explained the break he got that led to doing a drawing for <em>The New York Times, </em>one that was seen by an editor at <em>The New Yorker</em>, which eventually led to his Pulitzer-winning series of drawings and an essay.</p><p>Medar walked us through the different drawings, explaining his process for several of them. He detailed what it was like to be a library worker in one of the country’s most famous prisons. He also talked about the future, which includes a book about his experience, and described why he finds libraries so appealing.</p><p>You can find the Pulitzer-winning article here</p><p><a href="https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-diary-of-a-rikers-island-library-worker?_ga=2.225364825.2128249421.1717466611-743932481.1715143392" rel="nofollow">https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-diary-of-a-rikers-island-library-worker?_ga=2.225364825.2128249421.1717466611-743932481.1715143392</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Medar’s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wizard_bisan1/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 5cdf5fe0-680d-4da8-92bf-de47fabe182d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9f46337e-02fc-46a7-897c-5b93c963fb1a Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2827 no full Brian Lyman, Editor: Alabama Reflector Brian Lyman, Editor: Alabama Reflector 175 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Brian Lyman. Brian is the editor of the Alabama Reflector, a non-profit news outlet covering Alabama state government. He’s covered state government in some form in Alabama since 2006. Brian, a native New Yorker, was just named a Pulitzer Prize finalist “for brave, clear and pointed columns that challenge ever-more-repressive state policies flouting democratic norms and targeting vulnerable populations, written with the command and authority of a veteran political observer.” Brian talked about how he formulates his Pulitzer-nominated columns, his day-to-day work and why the statehouse beat is so important. He also discussed his podcast, Becoming Lincoln, and offered a couple of journalism history book recommendations. Column links https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/brian-lyman-alabama-reflector Book recommendations The Paper, The Life and Death of the New York Herald Tribune The World of Swope by E.J. Kahn Brian talked about the columns that were Pulitzer-nominated Brian’s Salute All Statehouse Reporters Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Brian Lyman. Brian is the editor of the Alabama Reflector, a non-profit news outlet covering Alabama state government. He’s covered state government in some form in Alabama since 2006.

Brian, a native New Yorker, was just named a Pulitzer Prize finalist “for brave, clear and pointed columns that challenge ever-more-repressive state policies flouting democratic norms and targeting vulnerable populations, written with the command and authority of a veteran political observer.”

 Brian talked about how he formulates his Pulitzer-nominated columns, his day-to-day work and why the statehouse beat is so important. He also discussed his podcast, Becoming Lincoln, and offered a couple of journalism history book recommendations. 

Column links

https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/brian-lyman-alabama-reflector


Book recommendations

The Paper, The Life and Death of the New York Herald Tribune

The World of Swope by E.J. Kahn

Brian’s Salute

All Statehouse Reporters

 

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://alabamareflector.com/author/brian-lyman/" rel="nofollow">Brian Lyman</a>. Brian is the editor of the <a href="http://alabamareflector.com" rel="nofollow">Alabama Reflector</a>, a non-profit news outlet covering Alabama state government. He’s covered state government in some form in Alabama since 2006.</p><p>Brian, a native New Yorker, was just named a Pulitzer Prize finalist “for brave, clear and pointed columns that challenge ever-more-repressive state policies flouting democratic norms and targeting vulnerable populations, written with the command and authority of a veteran political observer.”</p><p> Brian talked about how he formulates his Pulitzer-nominated columns, his day-to-day work and why the statehouse beat is so important. He also discussed his podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/becoming-lincoln/id1450898062" rel="nofollow">Becoming Lincoln,</a> and offered a couple of journalism history book recommendations. </p><p><strong><u>Column links</u></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/brian-lyman-alabama-reflector" rel="nofollow">https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/brian-lyman-alabama-reflector</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Book recommendations</u></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paper-Life-Death-Herald-Tribune/dp/0394508777" rel="nofollow">The Paper, The Life and Death of the New York Herald Tribune</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/world-Swope-J-Kahn/dp/B0007DRYAE" rel="nofollow"><strong>The World of Swope by E.J. Kahn</strong></a></p><p><strong><u>Brian’s Salute</u></strong></p><p>All Statehouse Reporters</p><p> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> ea0f1ac9-91d5-4d2c-9b6a-a080bc905dfc https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/107f821f-5ae4-4846-9609-59dab670f3da Tue, 28 May 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1955 no full Daniel Alvarenga, Journalist, Host: Humo, Murder and Silence in El Salvador Daniel Alvarenga, Journalist, Host: Humo, Murder and Silence in El Salvador 174 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Alvarenga. Daniel is an independent journalist who recently hosted the podcast, Humo, Murder and Silence in El Salvador. It is the story of a serial killer who was a national police officer and a highest-level government cover-up. It was done in both Spanish and English and produced by Sonoro in conjunction with FACTum. As a Salvadorian-American, Alvarenga brings a personal connection to the stories he tells. His family's history as refugees from El Salvador's civil war and his upbringing in a home where news was a constant, have shaped his perspective and fueled his passion for journalism. He talks about that, his path to AJ+ (Al Jazeera Plus) and Telemundo, writing a story about this for Rolling Stone,and his goal of creating a narrative that that reflects the experiences and struggles of his community. Notable quotes: "I just wanted to create archives so that people don't paper over our history and say that, didn't happen." "I think we should just question anyone in power. I think that's just what journalists should do." Daniel’s Salute: Migrant Roots Media Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Alvarenga. Daniel is an independent journalist who recently hosted the podcast, Humo, Murder and Silence in El Salvador. It is the story of a serial killer who was a national police officer and a highest-level government cover-up. It was done in both Spanish and English and produced by Sonoro in conjunction with FACTum.

As a Salvadorian-American, Alvarenga brings a personal connection to the stories he tells. His family's history as refugees from El Salvador's civil war and his upbringing in a home where news was a constant, have shaped his perspective and fueled his passion for journalism.

 He talks about that, his path to AJ+ (Al Jazeera Plus) and Telemundo, writing a story about this for Rolling Stone,and his goal of creating a narrative that that reflects the experiences and struggles of his community.

Notable quotes:

"I just wanted to create archives so that people don't paper over our history and say that, didn't happen."

 "I think we should just question anyone in power. I think that's just what journalists should do."

Daniel’s Salute:

Migrant Roots Media

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.danielalvarenga.me/about.html" rel="nofollow">Daniel Alvarenga</a>. Daniel is an independent journalist who recently hosted the podcast, <a href="https://sonoromedia.com/podcasts/humo" rel="nofollow">Humo, Murder and Silence in El Salvador</a>. It is the story of a serial killer who was a national police officer and a highest-level government cover-up. It was done in both Spanish and English and produced by <a href="https://sonoromedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Sonoro</a> in conjunction with FACTum.</p><p><span>As a Salvadorian-American, Alvarenga brings a personal connection to the stories he tells. His family&#39;s history as refugees from El Salvador&#39;s civil war and his upbringing in a home where news was a constant, have shaped his perspective and fueled his passion for journalism.</span></p><p><span> He talks about that, his path to AJ+ (Al Jazeera Plus) and Telemundo, writing a story about this for </span><a href="https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/el-salvador-bitcoin-law-volcano-bonds-nayib-bukele-1388472/" rel="nofollow">Rolling Stone</a><span>,and his goal of creating a narrative that that reflects the experiences and struggles of his community. </span></p><p><strong><u>Notable quotes:</u></strong></p><p><span>&#34;I just wanted to create archives so that people don&#39;t paper over our history and say that, didn&#39;t happen.&#34;</span></p><p><span> &#34;I think we should just question anyone in power. I think that&#39;s just what journalists should do.&#34;</span></p><p><strong><u>Daniel’s Salute: </u></strong></p><p><a href="https://migrantrootsmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Migrant Roots Media</a></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 9d1fb6c6-0349-413f-a300-7522cb319636 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/844d08c2-1027-4506-a800-3778dbe83c9c Sun, 19 May 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1644 no full Chenue Her, Morning News Anchor, WOI-Des Moines Chenue Her, Morning News Anchor, WOI-Des Moines 173 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Chenue Her. Chenue is in his 3rd year as the morning news anchor for Local 5 News in Des Moines, Iowa. He’s previously worked as a reporter in Eugene, Oregon, Norfolk, Virginia, and Atlanta. Chenue is Hmong – there are fewer than 400,000 Hmong people living in the United States. He was the first male Hmong news anchor in the United States. Chenue talked about how his Hmong heritage impacts his work, the lessons he learned at his different stops, the kind of stories he’s reported on, ranging from the celebration of Hmong New Year to the shortage of Latino doctors to profiling an artist who made a mural of basketball star Caitlin Clark. Chenue also explained why the phrase “we’re sharing your story” is especially important and paid tribute to other journalists of Hmong heritage. Chenue’s salutes: Gia Vang, anchor NBC Bay Area Laura Lee, anchor, Northern News Now Bao Vang, former anchor Panhia Yang, executive producer, Fox9 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Chenue Her. Chenue is in his 3rd year as the morning news anchor for Local 5 News in Des Moines, Iowa. He’s previously worked as a reporter in Eugene, Oregon, Norfolk, Virginia, and Atlanta. Chenue is Hmong – there are fewer than 400,000 Hmong people living in the United States. He was the first male Hmong news anchor in the United States.

Chenue talked about how his Hmong heritage impacts his work, the lessons he learned at his different stops, the kind of stories he’s reported on, ranging from the celebration of Hmong New Year to the shortage of Latino doctors to profiling an artist who made a mural of basketball star Caitlin Clark.

Chenue also explained why the phrase “we’re sharing your story” is especially important and paid tribute to other journalists of Hmong heritage.

Chenue’s salutes:

Gia Vang, anchor NBC Bay Area

Laura Lee, anchor, Northern News Now

Bao Vang, former anchor

Panhia Yang, executive producer, Fox9

Boua Xiong, former KARE 11 reporter


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/ChenueHer?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Chenue Her</a>. Chenue is in his 3rd year as the morning news anchor for Local 5 News in Des Moines, Iowa. He’s previously worked as a reporter in Eugene, Oregon, Norfolk, Virginia, and Atlanta. Chenue is Hmong – there are fewer than 400,000 Hmong people living in the United States. He was the first male Hmong news anchor in the United States.</p><p>Chenue talked about how his Hmong heritage impacts his work, the lessons he learned at his different stops, the kind of stories he’s reported on, ranging from <a href="https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/community/celebrating-hmong-new-year-chef-yia-vang-sunisa-lee-parents-twin-cities-des-moines/524-97173898-dfa5-4d47-bbec-34be52336f40" rel="nofollow">the celebration of Hmong New Year</a> to the <a href="https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/health/des-moines-university-latino-doctors-medical-students-national-latino-latina-latinx-physician-day/524-0388a608-3e0c-4b73-81e4-f85961dc60f8" rel="nofollow">shortage of Latino doctors</a> to profiling an artist who made <a href="https://www.weareiowa.com/article/sports/ncaa/iowa-hawkeyes/caitlin-clark-mural-indianapolis-kwazar-martin/524-f41b244c-2087-4d04-aafc-3c6f7b984a50" rel="nofollow">a mural of basketball star Caitlin Clark</a>.</p><p>Chenue also explained why the phrase “we’re sharing your story” is especially important and paid tribute to other journalists of Hmong heritage.</p><p><strong>Chenue’s salutes: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.nbcbayarea.com/author/gia-vang/" rel="nofollow">Gia Vang</a>, anchor NBC Bay Area</p><p><a href="https://www.northernnewsnow.com/authors/LauraLee/" rel="nofollow">Laura Lee</a>, anchor, Northern News Now</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/baovang1" rel="nofollow">Bao Vang</a>, former anchor</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/panhia-yang" rel="nofollow">Panhia Yang</a>, executive producer, Fox9</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bouaxiong" rel="nofollow">Boua Xiong</a><span>, former KARE 11 reporter</span></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 2c37972f-1f51-4dd2-a16b-7f831e7f8c3d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/409b2d55-2c15-4835-800e-9c3686388758 Tue, 14 May 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2052 no full 172. Mary Rasura, Student at Florida Atlantic University; Founder: OutFAU 172. Mary Rasura, Student at Florida Atlantic University; Founder: OutFAU 172 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Mary Rasura. Mary is a student at Florida Atlantic University who will graduate with a degree in multimedia journalism in December. Mary is a reporter for Florida Atlantic University Press and for OutSFL, an LGBT-focused publication. And she’s the executive editor at OutFAU, a monthly student publication that she founded that is devoted to LGBTQ issues at the school. Mary talked about what led her to start OutFAU and the types of stories that she and it covers. That includes everything from explaining how the university’s Campus Inclusion Center shut down to concert and entertainment reviews. She also spoke about what journalism issues are important to her and the kind of journalist she hopes to be. Mary’s salute: Dart Center Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Mary Rasura. Mary is a student at Florida Atlantic University who will graduate with a degree in multimedia journalism in December.

Mary is a reporter for Florida Atlantic University Press and for OutSFL, an LGBT-focused publication. And she’s the executive editor at OutFAU, a monthly student publication that she founded that is devoted to LGBTQ issues at the school.

Mary talked about what led her to start OutFAU and the types of stories that she and it covers. That includes everything from explaining how the university’s Campus Inclusion Center shut down to concert and entertainment reviews.

She also spoke about what journalism issues are important to her and the kind of journalist she hopes to be.

Mary’s salute: Dart Center

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrasura/" rel="nofollow">Mary Rasura</a>. Mary is a student at Florida Atlantic University who will graduate with a degree in multimedia journalism in December.</p><p>Mary is a reporter for <a href="https://www.upressonline.com/" rel="nofollow">Florida Atlantic University Press</a> and for <a href="https://outsfl.com/" rel="nofollow">OutSFL</a>, an LGBT-focused publication. And she’s the executive editor at <a href="https://outsfl.com/outfau/" rel="nofollow">OutFAU</a>, a monthly student publication <a href="https://outsfl.com/from-the-newsroom/mary-rasura-named-executive-editor-of-outfau" rel="nofollow">that she founded</a> that is devoted to LGBTQ issues at the school.</p><p>Mary talked about what led her to start OutFAU and the types of stories that she and it covers. That includes everything from explaining <a href="https://outsfl.com/outfau/silenced-ideas-how-the-fau-campus-inclusion-center-vanished" rel="nofollow">how the university’s Campus Inclusion Center shut down</a> to <a href="https://outsfl.com/outfau/chappell-roan-drag-queens-free-condoms-desantis-trolling-miami-show-in-march-review" rel="nofollow">concert and entertainment reviews</a>.</p><p>She also spoke about what journalism issues are important to her and the kind of journalist she hopes to be.</p><p><strong>Mary’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://dartcenter.org/" rel="nofollow">Dart Center</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 4bfdd1ff-d2f5-4eda-baf5-0f9bb13248cf https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/bc396c84-86e8-4dfa-b7e0-3440b146cb44 Tue, 07 May 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1905 no full Lomi Kriel & Lexi Churchill: ProPublica & The Texas Tribune Lomi Kriel & Lexi Churchill: ProPublica & The Texas Tribune 171 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Lomi Kriel and Lexi Churchill. They are 2 reporters on the team of journalists that just won The Collier Prize, a prestigious award given by The Collier Companies and The University of Florida for investigative journalism and political reporting specific to state governments. The award was given for coverage on reporting on the actions and lack of actions by law enforcement that were responding to a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that resulted in 21 deaths. This team of journalists encompasses reporters from Pro Publica, The Texas Tribune, and PBS’ documentary series, Frontline. Lomi and Lexi are 2 of many who worked on this. They work jointly for ProPublica and the Tribune. The stories we talk about are “Someone Tell Me What To Do,” which describes the police response to the shooting in-depth. https://www.texastribune.org/2023/12/05/uvalde-officer-student-trainings-mass-shootings/ “Reports Analyzing the Police Response To A Mass Shooting Can Leave Unanswered Questions – If They’re Released At All” https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/police-reponse-mass-shooting-reports-questions/ Lomi and Lexi talked about the 2.5 years of work that has gone into their reporting, explaining both their findings and the challenges they faced in their reporting. They described the collaborative effort, the databases they created, the records requests they filed, and the police interviews and body camera footage they obtained and watched. And they shared the empathy needed to cover a story of this magnitude. They jointly salute: The entire staff of the Uvalde Leader-News If you wish to watch the documentary, Inside the Uvalde Response, click here. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Lomi Kriel and Lexi Churchill.

They are 2 reporters on the team of journalists that just won The Collier Prize, a prestigious award given by The Collier Companies and The University of Florida for investigative journalism and political reporting specific to state governments.

The award was given for coverage on reporting on the actions and lack of actions by law enforcement that were responding to a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that resulted in 21 deaths.

This team of journalists encompasses reporters from Pro Publica, The Texas Tribune, and PBS’ documentary series, Frontline. Lomi and Lexi are 2 of many who worked on this. They work jointly for ProPublica and the Tribune.

The stories we talk about are

“Someone Tell Me What To Do,” which describes the police response to the shooting in-depth.

https://www.texastribune.org/2023/12/05/uvalde-officer-student-trainings-mass-shootings/

“Reports Analyzing the Police Response To A Mass Shooting Can Leave Unanswered Questions – If They’re Released At All”

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/police-reponse-mass-shooting-reports-questions/

Lomi and Lexi talked about the 2.5 years of work that has gone into their reporting, explaining both their findings and the challenges they faced in their reporting.

They described the collaborative effort, the databases they created, the records requests they filed, and the police interviews and body camera footage they obtained and watched. And they shared the empathy needed to cover a story of this magnitude.

They jointly salute: The entire staff of the Uvalde Leader-News

If you wish to watch the documentary, Inside the Uvalde Response, click here.

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/about/staff/lomi-kriel/" rel="nofollow">Lomi Kriel</a> and <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/about/staff/lexi-churchill/" rel="nofollow">Lexi Churchill</a>.</p><p>They are 2 reporters on the team of journalists that just won <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/collier-prize-for-state-government-accountability/" rel="nofollow">The Collier Prize</a>, a prestigious award given by The Collier Companies and The University of Florida for investigative journalism and political reporting specific to state governments.</p><p>The award was given for coverage on reporting on the actions and lack of actions by law enforcement that were responding to a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that resulted in 21 deaths.</p><p>This team of journalists encompasses reporters from <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>Pro Publica</em></a>, <a href="http://texastribune.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Texas Tribune</em></a>, and PBS’ documentary series, <a href="https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/" rel="nofollow"><em>Frontline</em></a>. Lomi and Lexi are 2 of many who worked on this. They work jointly for <em>ProPublica</em> and the <em>Tribune</em>.</p><p>The stories we talk about are</p><p>“Someone Tell Me What To Do,” which describes the police response to the shooting in-depth.</p><p><a href="https://www.texastribune.org/2023/12/05/uvalde-officer-student-trainings-mass-shootings/" rel="nofollow">https://www.texastribune.org/2023/12/05/uvalde-officer-student-trainings-mass-shootings/</a></p><p>“Reports Analyzing the Police Response To A Mass Shooting Can Leave Unanswered Questions – If They’re Released At All”</p><p><a href="https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/police-reponse-mass-shooting-reports-questions/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/police-reponse-mass-shooting-reports-questions/</a></p><p>Lomi and Lexi talked about the 2.5 years of work that has gone into their reporting, explaining both their findings and the challenges they faced in their reporting.</p><p>They described the collaborative effort, the databases they created, the records requests they filed, and the police interviews and body camera footage they obtained and watched. And they shared the empathy needed to cover a story of this magnitude.</p><p><strong>They jointly salute:</strong> The entire staff of the <a href="https://www.uvaldeleadernews.com/" rel="nofollow">Uvalde Leader-News</a></p><p>If you wish to watch the documentary, <em>Inside the Uvalde Response</em>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBofi_etkUo" rel="nofollow">click here</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 10a81254-9e33-44fd-a163-137758a329b4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/59a96667-233c-46d2-b227-8d5bfc586d0b Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:31:50 +0000 2783 no full Chatwan Mongkol: Creator, The Nutgraf Chatwan Mongkol: Creator, The Nutgraf 170 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Chatwan Mongkol. Chatwan is the editor and reporter for The Nutgraf, a newsletter that covers student journalism. He’s also a graduate student at The New School going for his masters degree in Media Management. Chatwan is a 2022 grad of Quinnipiac University. You can find the newsletter at nutgrafnews.substack.com or bit.ly/thenutgraf Chatwan talked about his journalism path (he was born in Bangkok, Thailand), his brief career as a newspaper reporter, and the types of stories in the newsletter. He also spoke about a certificate program for journalism entrepreneurs at CUNY-Newmark School that he’s participating in. Newsletter examples Student journalists in states where DE&I offices are being eliminated Students covering school shootings Lesser-known student newspapers that made an impact Chatwan’s salutes: College newspapers at Quinnipiac, Michigan State, and Michigan Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Chatwan Mongkol.

Chatwan is the editor and reporter for The Nutgraf, a newsletter that covers student journalism. He’s also a graduate student at The New School going for his masters degree in Media Management. Chatwan is a 2022 grad of Quinnipiac University.

You can find the newsletter at nutgrafnews.substack.com or bit.ly/thenutgraf

Chatwan talked about his journalism path (he was born in Bangkok, Thailand), his brief career as a newspaper reporter, and the types of stories in the newsletter. He also spoke about a certificate program for journalism entrepreneurs at CUNY-Newmark School that he’s participating in.

Newsletter examples

Student journalists in states where DE&I offices are being eliminated

Students covering school shootings

Lesser-known student newspapers that made an impact

Chatwan’s salutes: College newspapers at Quinnipiac, Michigan State, and Michigan


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/chatwan_mongkol" rel="nofollow">Chatwan Mongkol</a>.</p><p>Chatwan is the editor and reporter for The Nutgraf, a newsletter that covers student journalism. He’s also a graduate student at The New School going for his masters degree in Media Management. Chatwan is a 2022 grad of Quinnipiac University.</p><p>You can find the newsletter at <a href="http://nutgrafnews.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">nutgrafnews.substack.com</a> or <a href="http://bit.ly/thenutgraf" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/thenutgraf</a></p><p>Chatwan talked about his journalism path (he was born in Bangkok, Thailand), his brief career as a newspaper reporter, and the types of stories in the newsletter. He also spoke about <a href="https://www.journalism.cuny.edu/2024/03/media-innovators-and-pioneers-join-the-eighth-cohort-of-the-entrepreneurial-journalism-creators-program/" rel="nofollow">a certificate program for journalism entrepreneurs</a> at CUNY-Newmark School that he’s participating in.</p><p><strong><u>Newsletter examples</u></strong></p><p><a href="https://nutgrafnews.substack.com/p/student-journalists-covering-dei-changes" rel="nofollow">Student journalists in states where DE&amp;I offices are being eliminated</a></p><p><a href="https://nutgrafnews.substack.com/p/unc-pembroke-student-reporters-cover-shootings" rel="nofollow">Students covering school shootings</a></p><p><a href="https://nutgrafnews.substack.com/p/2023-top-student-journalism" rel="nofollow">Lesser-known student newspapers that made an impact</a></p><p><strong>Chatwan’s salutes: </strong>College newspapers at <a href="https://quchronicle.com/" rel="nofollow">Quinnipiac</a>, <a href="https://statenews.com/" rel="nofollow">Michigan State</a>, and <a href="https://www.michigandaily.com/" rel="nofollow">Michigan</a></p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 223e1d88-ef9e-4c09-8552-d628c3d0ba73 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9b1e4075-5646-4d6e-b5a8-c4ac83e0e5ea Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1737 no full Rebecca Worby, Editorial Director: Reasons To Be Cheerful Rebecca Worby, Editorial Director: Reasons To Be Cheerful 169 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Worby. Rebecca is the editorial director for Reasons to Be Cheerful. Reasons to Be Cheerful is a non-profit website and newsletter founded by the musician and artist David Byrne. And it is what it says it is- reporting on news that should make you feel good. Many of these reasons to be cheerful come in the form of smart, proven, replicable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Their newsletter has 135,000 subscribers and the stories in it literally span the globe. Rebecca talked about her journalism path, which includes getting a masters degree in creative non-fiction, and time as an editor of travel guides. She explained what makes a story appropriate for Reasons To Be Cheerful and provided examples of the kinds of stories they like. 1)Make America Rake Again – A story about trying to wean people off gas-powered leaf blowers 2) One from Vilnius, Lithuania – about “Befriend Vilnius” a program that provides mentorship to Ukranian migrants. 3) How student journalists are stepping up to fill news deserts And we discussed a piece she wrote for Lithub.com, linking together several crimes – vandalism in national parks, the stealing of Native American artifacts on public lands, and dismantled sculptures. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Worby. Rebecca is the editorial director for Reasons to Be Cheerful.

Reasons to Be Cheerful is a non-profit website and newsletter founded by the musician and artist David Byrne. And it is what it says it is- reporting on news that should make you feel good. Many of these reasons to be cheerful come in the form of smart, proven, replicable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Their newsletter has 135,000 subscribers and the stories in it literally span the globe.

 Rebecca talked about her journalism path, which includes getting a masters degree in creative non-fiction, and time as an editor of travel guides. She explained what makes a story appropriate for Reasons To Be Cheerful and provided examples of the kinds of stories they like.

 1)Make America Rake Again – A story about trying to wean people off gas-powered leaf blowers

2) One from Vilnius, Lithuania – about “Befriend Vilnius” a program that provides mentorship to Ukranian migrants.

3) How student journalists are stepping up to fill news deserts

4) Unfamiliar fish helping fight food insecurity

And we discussed a piece she wrote for Lithub.com, linking together several crimes – vandalism in national parks, the stealing of Native American artifacts on public lands, and dismantled sculptures.

 Rebecca's salutes: Hellgate and High Country News

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.rebeccaworby.com/" rel="nofollow">Rebecca Worby</a>. Rebecca is the editorial director for Reasons to Be Cheerful.</p><p><a href="http://reasonstobecheerful.world/" rel="nofollow">Reasons to Be Cheerful</a> is a non-profit website and newsletter founded by the musician and artist David Byrne. And it is what it says it is- reporting on news that should make you feel good. Many of these reasons to be cheerful come in the form of smart, proven, replicable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Their newsletter has 135,000 subscribers and the stories in it literally span the globe.</p><p> Rebecca talked about her journalism path, which includes getting a masters degree in creative non-fiction, and time as an editor of travel guides. She explained what makes a story appropriate for Reasons To Be Cheerful and provided examples of the kinds of stories they like.</p><p> 1)<a href="https://reasonstobecheerful.world/make-america-rake-again-leaf-blower-bans/" rel="nofollow">Make America Rake Again</a> – A story about trying to wean people off gas-powered leaf blowers</p><p>2) One from Vilnius, Lithuania – <a href="https://reasonstobecheerful.world/befriend-vilnius-mentorship-migrants/" rel="nofollow">about “Befriend Vilnius”</a> a program that provides mentorship to Ukranian migrants.</p><p>3) <a href="https://reasonstobecheerful.world/student-journalists-fill-local-news-deserts/" rel="nofollow">How student journalists are stepping up to fill news deserts</a></p><p>4) <a href="https://reasonstobecheerful.world/fishermen-feeding-mainers-unfamiliar-fish/#:~:text=In%20the%20four%20years%20since,is%20near%2Dimpossible%20to%20source." rel="nofollow">Unfamiliar fish helping fight food insecurity</a></p><p>And we discussed a piece she wrote for Lithub.com, linking together several crimes – vandalism in national parks, the stealing of Native American artifacts on public lands, and dismantled sculptures.</p><p> Rebecca&#39;s salutes: <a href="http://hellgate.nyc.com" rel="nofollow">Hellgate</a> and <a href="http://www.hcn.org" rel="nofollow">High Country News</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 7721d4fa-2283-4e7b-9b7a-4408dd936ec5 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c776c2fd-1bf3-48f6-b8ad-abf265ac04f2 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:05:00 +0000 1815 no full Jay Boller, co-founder: Racket Jay Boller, co-founder: Racket 168 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Jay Boller. Jay is co-owner and editor of Racket. RacketMN.com is a writer-owned, reader-funded alternative journalism source for news, arts, and culture in Minneapolis. He has previously worked for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and City Pages. Racket was founded in August 2021. Jay talked about his journalism origin story and Racket’s origin story. He shared examples of his work, including pieces on a day at a megachurch’s moneymaking event, potential environmental pollution near Lake Superior, the closing of a popular McDonald’s, and the troubles of Minneapolis Public Radio. Jay also explained how starting a writer-owned, reader-funded journalism business is challenging and not necessarily for everyone. Jay’s salute: Minnesota Reformer Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Jay Boller. Jay is co-owner and editor of Racket. RacketMN.com is a writer-owned, reader-funded alternative journalism source for news, arts, and culture in Minneapolis. He has previously worked for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and City Pages. Racket was founded in August 2021.

Jay talked about his journalism origin story and Racket’s origin story. He shared examples of his work, including pieces on a day at a megachurch’s moneymaking event, potential environmental pollution near Lake Superior, the closing of a popular McDonald’s, and the troubles of Minneapolis Public Radio.

Jay also explained how starting a writer-owned, reader-funded journalism business is challenging and not necessarily for everyone.


Jay’s salute: Minnesota Reformer


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/jaymboller" rel="nofollow">Jay Boller</a>. Jay is co-owner and editor of Racket. <a href="http://racketmn.com/" rel="nofollow">RacketMN.com</a> is a writer-owned, reader-funded alternative journalism source for news, arts, and culture in Minneapolis. He has previously worked for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and City Pages. Racket was founded in August 2021.</p><p>Jay talked about his journalism origin story and Racket’s origin story. He shared examples of his work, including pieces on <a href="https://racketmn.com/life-surge-grace-church-mn-tim-tebow" rel="nofollow">a day at a megachurch’s moneymaking</a> event, <a href="https://racketmn.com/milepost-7-mn-silver-bay-cliffs-expansion-tailings" rel="nofollow">potential environmental pollution</a> near Lake Superior, <a href="https://heavytable.com/ode-to-a-mcdonalds-so-long-to-dinkytowns-public-square/" rel="nofollow">the closing of a popular McDonald’s</a>, and <a href="https://racketmn.com/what-the-hell-has-been-going-on-at-minnesota-public-radio" rel="nofollow">the troubles of Minneapolis Public Radio</a>.</p><p>Jay also explained how starting a writer-owned, reader-funded journalism business is challenging and not necessarily for everyone.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Jay’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://minnesotareformer.com/" rel="nofollow">Minnesota Reformer</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 181aef56-f40b-4e0a-8ed8-6be462cb9b72 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/90c75ee7-b108-4930-998a-3f836e9773fd Tue, 09 Apr 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2404 no full 167. Itto Outini, Blind Journalist- The Datekeepers 167. Itto Outini, Blind Journalist- The Datekeepers 167 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Itto Outini. Itto and her husband Mekiya run the website, The Datekeepers. This online platform operates under the idea that stories move mountains and that we need to see better stories about humanity and people overcoming extraordinary odds to make contributions to the world. I should note that Itto is blind. She has a degree in applied linguistics from Mohamed V University in Rabat Morocco and a masters in journalism and strategic media from the University of Arkansas. She is writing a book, Blindness is the Light of My Life. Her backstory is remarkable. Itto talked about her origin story and some of the notable stories she’s written, like one about a blind cricketer and another about how immigrants have to deal with remittances for family and friends. She also shared how some people are more willing to open up to her because of her being blind and how she comes up with story ideas. Itto’s salute: Nicholas Kristof Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Itto Outini. Itto and her husband Mekiya run the website, The Datekeepers. This online platform operates under the idea that stories move mountains and that we need to see better stories about humanity and people overcoming extraordinary odds to make contributions to the world.

I should note that Itto is blind. She has a degree in applied linguistics from Mohamed V University in Rabat Morocco and a masters in journalism and strategic media from the University of Arkansas. She is writing a book, Blindness is the Light of My Life. Her backstory is remarkable.

Itto talked about her origin story and some of the notable stories she’s written, like one about a blind cricketer and another about how immigrants have to deal with remittances for family and friends. She also shared how some people are more willing to open up to her because of her being blind and how she comes up with story ideas.

Itto’s salute: Nicholas Kristof

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.thedatekeepers.com/ittooutini" rel="nofollow">Itto Outini</a>. Itto and her husband Mekiya run the website, <a href="https://www.thedatekeepers.com/" rel="nofollow">The Datekeepers</a>. This online platform operates under the idea that stories move mountains and that we need to see better stories about humanity and people overcoming extraordinary odds to make contributions to the world.</p><p>I should note that Itto is blind. She has a degree in applied linguistics from Mohamed V University in Rabat Morocco and a masters in journalism and strategic media from the University of Arkansas. She is writing a book, <em>Blindness is the Light of My Life</em>. Her backstory is remarkable.</p><p>Itto talked about her origin story and some of the notable stories she’s written, like one about <a href="https://www.thedatekeepers.com/post/thinker-toiler-sportsman-spry-blind-cricketer-sonu-golkar-is-changing-india-and-the-world" rel="nofollow">a blind cricketer</a> and another about <a href="https://abilitymagazine.com/do-we-really-have-to-go-with-the-flow-the-reality-behind-remittances/" rel="nofollow">how immigrants have to deal with remittances</a> for family and friends. She also shared how some people are more willing to open up to her because of her being blind and how she comes up with story ideas.</p><p><strong>Itto’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/column/nicholas-kristof" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Kristof</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 1cf27ff7-86b7-4606-96f0-e21839421611 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8f348002-03e8-43cf-aedb-ccb0e3343a7e Tue, 02 Apr 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2158 no full 166. Shi En Kim PHD, Science Writer, Co-Founder of Sequencer 166. Shi En Kim PHD, Science Writer, Co-Founder of Sequencer 166 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Shi En Kim PHD. Kim (she goes by her last name) is a freelance science writer who was just awarded a Pulitzer Center fellowship to cover a health and science story in Brazil. Kim has written for many publications including Scientific American and National Geographic. She often covers new research and emerging trends in sciences, tech, the environment, and health and medicine. Kim was born in Malaysia. She is a graduate of Cal Tech who got her doctorate in molecular biology from the University of Chicago. She talked about her non-traditional path to journalism (“One long overcorrection …”), the process by which she comes up with story ideas and reports on stories, how being a journalist has impacted her life, and a new journalism collective project she’s working on, Sequencer. Notable links - Article on precision cancer drugs and access to them https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/precision-cancer-drugs-glitter-with-promise-if-you-can-get-them/ - Article on the world’s smelliest flower https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/cultivating-the-worlds-largest-stinkiest-flower-is-no-small-task - Article on pesticides and the link to childhood chancer in Brazil https://news.mongabay.com/2023/11/study-links-pesticides-to-child-cancer-deaths-in-brazilian-amazon-cerrado/ - Sequencer https://www.sequencermag.com/welcome-to-sequencer/ Kim’s salutes - The Open Notebook - Jane C Hu - Brent Crane Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Shi En Kim PHD. Kim (she goes by her last name) is a freelance science writer who was just awarded a Pulitzer Center fellowship to cover a health and science story in Brazil.

Kim has written for many publications including Scientific American and National Geographic. She often covers new research and emerging trends in sciences, tech, the environment, and health and medicine.

 Kim was born in Malaysia. She is a graduate of Cal Tech who got her doctorate in molecular biology from the University of Chicago.

 She talked about her non-traditional path to journalism (“One long overcorrection …”), the process by which she comes up with story ideas and reports on stories, how being a journalist has impacted her life, and a new journalism collective project she’s working on, Sequencer.

 Notable links

- Article on precision cancer drugs and access to them

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/precision-cancer-drugs-glitter-with-promise-if-you-can-get-them/ 

- Article on the world’s smelliest flower

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/cultivating-the-worlds-largest-stinkiest-flower-is-no-small-task 

- Article on pesticides and the link to childhood chancer in Brazil

https://news.mongabay.com/2023/11/study-links-pesticides-to-child-cancer-deaths-in-brazilian-amazon-cerrado/

- Sequencer

https://www.sequencermag.com/welcome-to-sequencer/

Kim’s salutes

- The Open Notebook

- Jane C Hu

- Brent Crane


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://shienkim.wordpress.com/all-work/" rel="nofollow">Shi En Kim PHD</a>. Kim (she goes by her last name) is a freelance science writer who was just awarded a Pulitzer Center fellowship to cover a health and science story in Brazil.</p><p>Kim has written for many publications including Scientific American and National Geographic. She often <span>covers new research and emerging trends in sciences, tech, the environment, and health and medicine.</span></p><p> <span>Kim was born in Malaysia. She is a graduate of Cal Tech who got her doctorate in molecular biology from the University of Chicago.</span></p><p> <span>She talked about her non-traditional path to journalism (“One long overcorrection …”), the process by which she comes up with story ideas and reports on stories, how being a journalist has impacted her life, and a new journalism collective project she’s working on, </span><em>Sequencer</em><span>.</span></p><p> <strong><u>Notable links</u></strong></p><p>- Article on precision cancer drugs and access to them</p><p><a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/precision-cancer-drugs-glitter-with-promise-if-you-can-get-them/" rel="nofollow">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/precision-cancer-drugs-glitter-with-promise-if-you-can-get-them/</a> </p><p>- Article on the world’s smelliest flower</p><p><a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/cultivating-the-worlds-largest-stinkiest-flower-is-no-small-task" rel="nofollow">https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/cultivating-the-worlds-largest-stinkiest-flower-is-no-small-task</a> </p><p>- Article on pesticides and the link to childhood chancer in Brazil</p><p><a href="https://news.mongabay.com/2023/11/study-links-pesticides-to-child-cancer-deaths-in-brazilian-amazon-cerrado/" rel="nofollow">https://news.mongabay.com/2023/11/study-links-pesticides-to-child-cancer-deaths-in-brazilian-amazon-cerrado/</a></p><p>- Sequencer</p><p><a href="https://www.sequencermag.com/welcome-to-sequencer/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sequencermag.com/welcome-to-sequencer/</a></p><p><strong>Kim’s salutes</strong></p><p><strong>- </strong><a href="http://theopennotebook.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>The Open Notebook</strong></a></p><p><strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.janehu.net/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Jane C Hu</strong></a></p><p><strong>- </strong><a href="https://brent-crane.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Brent Crane</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> d3860a42-0abc-4fb3-80fd-c889ef565dba https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/696365ac-0a93-4732-a7b9-70249f5c2ea3 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:05:00 +0000 2123 no full Special Episode: College Media Association Convention Recap (9 Interviews!) Special Episode: College Media Association Convention Recap (9 Interviews!) 165 1 Mark Simon On this special episode, we talk to a diverse group of journalists at the College Media Association Spring Convention in Manhattan. They speak about their journalism origin stories and their most memorable journalism experiences. In this episode, you’ll hear from CMA president and University of Alabama-Birmingham student media advisor Jackie Alexander (:54), Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Beatrice Forman (11:11), and 7 college student journalists ranging in age from teenager to 50s: JD Delcastillo (Florida Atlantic, starts at 20:32), Ashley Atkins (Monroe County Community College, 24:18), Audrey Gavagan (Rochester Institute of Technology, 29:46), Jacquelyn Reaves (Ithaca College, 33:28), Paul Czarnecki (University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, 38:20), Megan Martinez (Capital University, 42:45), and Sagel Gurreh (Capital University, 46:44) Journalism Salutes Jackie Alexander: All student journalists Beatrice Forman: Hell Gate, Katie Way JD Delcastillo: The Athletic, ESPN West Palm Beach Ashley Atkins: Matthew Bird-Meyer, advisor, The Agora Audrey Gavagan: Pro Publica Jacquelyn Reaves: The Ithacan Paul Czarnecki: Laura Austin Eurich, ESPN, Annika Schmidt Megan Martinez: Adrian Suppes, editor-in-chief, Capital University Chimes Sagel Gurreh: Motas Azaiza, Palestinian photojournalist\ Notable Quotes “It's made me more curious about things I wouldn't be curious about.” “In these times, it's so important to be on the right side of history and truth and showing what is happening.” "That she got tears in her eyes from reading her own story that I wrote made me feel really good.” Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this special episode, we talk to a diverse group of journalists at the College Media Association Spring Convention in Manhattan. They speak about their journalism origin stories and their most memorable journalism experiences.

In this episode, you’ll hear from CMA president and University of Alabama-Birmingham student media advisor Jackie Alexander (1:10), Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Beatrice Forman (11:27), and 7 college student journalists ranging in age from teenager to 50s: JD Delcastillo (Florida Atlantic, starts at 20:48), Ashley Atkins (Monroe County Community College, 24:34), Audrey Gavagan (Rochester Institute of Technology, 30:02), Jacquelyn Reaves (Ithaca College, 33:44), Paul Czarnecki (University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, 38:36), Megan Martinez (Capital University, 43:01), and Sagel Gurreh (Capital University, 47:00)

Journalism Salutes

Jackie Alexander: All student journalists, Center for Community News

Beatrice Forman: Hell Gate, Katie Way

JD Delcastillo: The Athletic, ESPN West Palm Beach

Ashley Atkins: Matthew Bird-Meyer, advisor, The Agora

Audrey Gavagan: Pro Publica

Jacquelyn Reaves: The Ithacan

Paul Czarnecki: Laura Austin Eurich, ESPN, Annika Schmidt

Megan Martinez: Adrian Suppes, editor-in-chief, Capital University Chimes

Sagel Gurreh: Motas Azaiza, Palestinian photojournalist\


Notable Quotes

“It's made me more curious about things I wouldn't be curious about.”

“In these times, it's so important to be on the right side of history and truth and showing what is happening.”

"That she got tears in her eyes from reading her own story that I wrote made me feel really good.”

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]]> <p>On this special episode, we talk to a diverse group of journalists at the College Media Association Spring Convention in Manhattan. They speak about their journalism origin stories and their most memorable journalism experiences.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll hear from CMA president and University of Alabama-Birmingham student media advisor <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiealexander" rel="nofollow">Jackie Alexander</a> (1:10), <em>Philadelphia Inquirer </em>reporter <a href="https://www.inquirer.com/author/forman_beatrice/" rel="nofollow">Beatrice Forman (11:27),</a> and 7 college student journalists ranging in age from teenager to 50s: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-david-delcastillo-33429823b" rel="nofollow">JD Delcastillo</a> (Florida Atlantic, starts at 20:48), <a href="https://mcccagora.com/2023/09/10/ashley-atkins/" rel="nofollow">Ashley Atkins</a> (Monroe County Community College, 24:34), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-gavagan-182829231" rel="nofollow">Audrey Gavagan</a> (Rochester Institute of Technology, 30:02), <a href="https://theithacan.org/staff_name/jacquelyn-reaves/" rel="nofollow">Jacquelyn Reaves</a> (Ithaca College, 33:44), <a href="https://scribe.uccs.edu/paul-czarneck/" rel="nofollow">Paul Czarnecki</a> (University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, 38:36), <a href="https://cuchimes.com/author/mmartinez/" rel="nofollow">Megan Martinez</a> (Capital University, 43:01), and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagel-gurreh-a1b581295" rel="nofollow">Sagel Gurreh</a> (Capital University, 47:00)</p><p><strong><u>Journalism Salutes</u></strong></p><p><strong>Jackie Alexander:</strong> All student journalists, <a href="https://www.uvm.edu/ccn" rel="nofollow">Center for Community News</a></p><p><strong>Beatrice Forman:</strong> <a href="https://hellgatenyc.com/about-us" rel="nofollow">Hell Gate</a>, <a href="https://hellgatenyc.com/author/katie-way" rel="nofollow">Katie Way</a></p><p><strong>JD Delcastillo:</strong> <a href="http://theathletic.com/" rel="nofollow">The Athletic</a>, <a href="https://www.espn.com/radio/play/_/s/wuub-fm" rel="nofollow">ESPN West Palm Beach</a></p><p><strong>Ashley Atkins:</strong> <a href="https://mcccagora.com/2019/09/08/new-adviser-has-new-adventure/" rel="nofollow">Matthew Bird-Meyer</a>, advisor, The Agora</p><p><strong>Audrey Gavagan:</strong> <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow">Pro Publica</a></p><p><strong>Jacquelyn Reaves:</strong> <a href="https://theithacan.org/" rel="nofollow">The Ithacan</a></p><p><strong>Paul Czarnecki:</strong> <a href="https://comm.uccs.edu/teaching-faculty/laura-eurich" rel="nofollow">Laura Austin Eurich</a>, ESPN, <a href="https://twitter.com/annikaschmidt_?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Annika Schmidt</a></p><p><strong>Megan Martinez:</strong> <a href="https://cuchimes.com/author/asuppes/" rel="nofollow">Adrian Suppes</a>, editor-in-chief, Capital University Chimes</p><p><strong>Sagel Gurreh:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/motaz_azaiza/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Motas Azaiza</a>, Palestinian photojournalist\</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Notable Quotes</u></strong></p><p>“It&#39;s made me more curious about things I wouldn&#39;t be curious about.”</p><p>“In these times, it&#39;s so important to be on the right side of history and truth and showing what is happening.”</p><p>&#34;That she got tears in her eyes from reading her own story that I wrote made me feel really good.”</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 0631a5fc-c856-49af-843e-669712cb7ba2 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b4801b06-6bbb-41b3-bd45-64131dc932dc Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:05:00 +0000 3141 no full Erin Reed, Transgender Journalist, Newsletter Writer "Erin In The Morning" Erin Reed, Transgender Journalist, Newsletter Writer "Erin In The Morning" 164 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Erin Reed. Erin is an independent journalist who covers transgender issues and anti-transgender legislation for her newsletter, Erin in the Morning, available on Substack. She also does video pieces on Instagram and TikTok. Erin explained her entry into journalism, what it’s like to cover and track anti-transgender legislation across the country. She told us about the stories she’s most proud of, ranging from a rebuttalof an erroneous New York Times piece that got more than 4 million pageviews to a personal story about her engagement to Montana state representative Zooey Zephyr (who is also transgender. And she shared the names of other people doing a good job covering transgender issues. Erin’s salutes: Evan Urquhart of Assigned Media and Karleigh Webb of Outsports, as well as the Trans Journalists Association. On this episode, we’re joined by Erin Reed. Erin is an independent journalist. She covers transgender issues and anti-transgender legislation for her newsletter, Erin in the Morning, available on Substack. She also does video pieces on Instagram and TikTok. Erin is transgender and uses the pronouns she/her.

Erin explained her entry into journalism, what it’s like to cover and track anti-transgender legislation across the country. She told us about the stories she’s most proud of, ranging from a rebuttal of an erroneous New York Times piece that got more than 4 million pageviews to a personal story about her engagement to Montana state representative Zooey Zephyr (who is also transgender. And she shared the names of other people doing a good job covering transgender issues.

Erin’s salutes: Evan Urquhart of Assigned Media and Karleigh Webb of Outsports, as well as the Trans Journalists Association.


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.erinreedwrites.com/" rel="nofollow">Erin Reed</a>. Erin is an independent journalist. She covers transgender issues and anti-transgender legislation for her newsletter, <a href="http://erininthemorning.com/" rel="nofollow">Erin in the Morning</a>, available on Substack. She also does video pieces on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erininthemorning/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@erininthemorn?lang=en" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a>. Erin is transgender and uses the pronouns she/her.</p><p>Erin explained her entry into journalism, what it’s like to cover and track anti-transgender legislation across the country. She told us about the stories she’s most proud of, ranging from a rebuttal of an erroneous <em>New York Times</em> piece that got more than 4 million pageviews to <a href="https://www.erininthemorning.com/p/the-zooey-zephyr-i-love-from-the" rel="nofollow">a personal story about her engagement to Montana state representative Zooey Zephyr</a> (who is also transgender. And she shared the names of other people doing a good job covering transgender issues.</p><p><strong>Erin’s salutes: </strong><a href="https://www.assignedmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Evan Urquhart</a> of Assigned Media and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karleigh-webb-42249b1b4" rel="nofollow">Karleigh Webb</a> of <a href="http://outsports.com" rel="nofollow">Outsports</a>, as well as the <a href="http://transjournalists.org/" rel="nofollow">Trans Journalists Association</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 71005ae1-12b6-4c8e-bc55-1a17a41ad494 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/05a9cd33-8edd-499c-bad7-73d1abb4b2c4 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2286 no full Amir Vera, Breaking News Editor: CNN; vice-president of digital, NABJ Amir Vera, Breaking News Editor: CNN; vice-president of digital, NABJ 163 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Amir Vera. Amir is a breaking news editor at CNN and the vice-president of digital at the National Association of Black Journalists. Amir talked about his journalism origin story and his early days living in different parts of the world. He shared the lessons he learned from his college days at VCU and working for two daily newspapers – The Progress-Index and The Virginian Pilot. He explained his roles at CNN, first as a news writer and now as an editor, taking big stories and helping make them easily readable for CNN’s audience. Amir also discussed his work with the NABJ, the organization’s goals for the upcoming year, specifically as relates to advocacy and to helping journalists who were recently laid off. And he talked about what an NABJ convention is like. Amir’s salute: Hyperlocal journalists, like those at The Progress-Index in Petersburg, Virginia. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Amir Vera. Amir is a breaking news editor at CNN and the vice-president of digital at the National Association of Black Journalists.


Amir talked about his journalism origin story and his early days living in different parts of the world. He shared the lessons he learned from his college days at VCU and working for two daily newspapers – The Progress-Index and The Virginian Pilot. He explained his roles at CNN, first as a news writer and now as an editor, taking big stories and helping make them easily readable for CNN’s audience.


Amir also discussed his work with the NABJ, the organization’s goals for the upcoming year, specifically as relates to advocacy and to helping journalists who were recently laid off. And he talked about what an NABJ convention is like.


Amir’s salute: Hyperlocal journalists, like those at The Progress-Index in Petersburg, Virginia.


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://www.cnn.com/profiles/amir-vera" rel="nofollow">Amir Vera</a>. Amir is a breaking news editor at CNN and the vice-president of digital at the <a href="http://nabj.org/" rel="nofollow">National Association of Black Journalists</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/TheAmirVera" rel="nofollow">Amir</a> talked about his journalism origin story and his early days living in different parts of the world. He shared the lessons he learned from his college days at VCU and working for two daily newspapers – <em>The Progress-Index </em>and <em>The Virginian Pilot</em>. He explained his roles at CNN, first as a news writer and now as an editor, taking big stories and helping make them easily readable for CNN’s audience.</p><p><br></p><p>Amir also discussed his work with the NABJ, the organization’s goals for the upcoming year, specifically as relates to advocacy and to helping journalists who were recently laid off. And he talked about what an NABJ convention is like.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Amir’s salute:</strong> Hyperlocal journalists, like those at <em>The Progress-Index</em> in Petersburg, Virginia.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 4bb99647-6138-41bf-beec-0cec470ad7b2 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/69b97199-e3bb-4b83-8d01-8c26b9ee51a9 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000 1907 no full Journalism Teacher Adriana Chavira (Scholastic Journalism Week) Journalism Teacher Adriana Chavira (Scholastic Journalism Week) 162 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Adriana Chavira. Adriana is a journalism teacher at Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Los Angeles. She’s been teaching for more than 20 years She’s also previously worked as a newspaper reporter after graduating Cal-State Northridge. We’re having Adriana on this week because it is Scholastic Journalism Week. The Journalism Education Association is doing and promoting activities all week devoted to bringing awareness to journalism education. Adriana talked about her work as a teacher at one of the smallest schools in the city, one whose demographics are more than half Latino. She explained what she teaches, how she teaches, and the work that the students do in her classes. She also talked about her experience with student press freedom, stemming from a suspension she was given (later rescinded) after defending her students’ rights against administrative censorship. Further details on that can be found here https://splc.org/2022/09/lausd-withdraws-unlawful-disciplinary-action/ Adriana’s salute: All the state and local journalism education organizations. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Adriana Chavira. Adriana is a journalism teacher at Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Los Angeles. She’s been teaching for more than 20 years She’s also previously worked as a newspaper reporter after graduating Cal-State Northridge.

We’re having Adriana on this week because it is Scholastic Journalism Week. The Journalism Education Association is doing and promoting activities all week devoted to bringing awareness to journalism education.

Adriana talked about her work as a teacher at one of the smallest schools in the city, one whose demographics are more than half Latino. She explained what she teaches, how she teaches, and the work that the students do in her classes.

She also talked about her experience with student press freedom, stemming from a suspension she was given (later rescinded) after defending her students’ rights against administrative censorship.

Further details on that can be found here

https://splc.org/2022/09/lausd-withdraws-unlawful-disciplinary-action/


Adriana’s salute: All the state and local journalism education organizations.


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/adrianachavira?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Adriana Chavira</a>. Adriana is a journalism teacher at <a href="https://www.pearlmagnet.org/" rel="nofollow">Daniel Pearl Magnet High School </a>in Los Angeles. She’s been teaching for more than 20 years She’s also previously worked as a newspaper reporter after graduating Cal-State Northridge.</p><p>We’re having Adriana on this week because it is Scholastic Journalism Week. The Journalism Education Association is doing and promoting activities all week devoted to bringing awareness to journalism education.</p><p>Adriana talked about her work as a teacher at one of the smallest schools in the city, one whose demographics are more than half Latino. She explained what she teaches, how she teaches, and the work that the students do in her classes.</p><p>She also talked about her experience with student press freedom, stemming from a suspension she was given (later rescinded) after defending her students’ rights against administrative censorship.</p><p>Further details on that can be found here</p><p><a href="https://splc.org/2022/09/lausd-withdraws-unlawful-disciplinary-action/" rel="nofollow">https://splc.org/2022/09/lausd-withdraws-unlawful-disciplinary-action/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Adriana’s salute:</strong> All the state and local journalism education organizations.</p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 10789c3d-fe58-40da-8c4a-09215f231d5c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8428525b-f036-449a-a782-1d44db18cda8 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2001 no full Curtis Bunn, Reporter: NBC BLK Curtis Bunn, Reporter: NBC BLK 161 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Curtis Bunn. Curtis is based in Atlanta and writes about race for NBC BLK. He’s been a journalist for more than 40 years, among the highlights: as a sportswriter at the New York Daily News and Atlanta Journal-Constitution, then as a writer and deputy editor for Black newspapers, such as the Atlanta Black Star. He’s from Washington D.C. He’s also had a successful career as a novelist with 10 novels to his credit, as well as co-authoring Say Their Names, How Black Lives Came to Matter in America. And he’s the founder and president of the National Book Club Conference, an event for African-American readers and authors that has been running for more than 20 years. Curtis spoke about his entry into journalism, his time covering sports, including 17 NBA Finals and a memorable Summer Olympics in Australia. He noted how covering the NBA was a rare beat on which a young Black journalist had advantages over his counterparts. He explained his transition into an area of journalism that could be more impactful. Curtis spoke about some of the stories he covered. He’s continuously following the issue of reparations. He also shared a story about how Black families are reacting to violence at HBCUs and talked about the experience he and his wife had staying overnight at a former slave plantation. Curtis’ salute: The National Association of Black Journalists Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Curtis Bunn. Curtis is based in Atlanta and writes about race for NBC BLK. He’s been a journalist for more than 40 years, among the highlights: as a sportswriter at the New York Daily News and Atlanta Journal-Constitution, then as a writer and deputy editor for Black newspapers, such as the Atlanta Black Star. He’s from Washington D.C.

He’s also had a successful career as a novelist with 10 novels to his credit, as well as co-authoring Say Their Names, How Black Lives Came to Matter in America. And he’s the founder and president of the National Book Club Conference, an event for African-American readers and authors that has been running for more than 20 years.

Curtis spoke about his entry into journalism, his time covering sports, including 17 NBA Finals and a memorable Summer Olympics in Australia. He noted how covering the NBA was a rare beat on which a young Black journalist had advantages over his counterparts. He explained his transition into an area of journalism that could be more impactful.

Curtis spoke about some of the stories he covered. He’s continuously following the issue of reparations. He also shared a story about how Black families are reacting to violence at HBCUs and talked about the experience he and his wife had staying overnight at a former slave plantation.

Curtis’ salute: The National Association of Black Journalists


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://www.curtisbunn.com/" rel="nofollow">Curtis Bunn</a>. Curtis is based in Atlanta and writes about race for <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/nbcblk" rel="nofollow">NBC BLK</a>. He’s been a journalist for more than 40 years, among the highlights: as a sportswriter at the New York Daily News and Atlanta Journal-Constitution, then as a writer and deputy editor for Black newspapers, such as the Atlanta Black Star. He’s from Washington D.C.</p><p>He’s also had a successful career as a novelist with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Books-Curtis-Bunn/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ACurtis+Bunn" rel="nofollow">10 novels</a> to his credit, as well as co-authoring Say Their Names, How Black Lives Came to Matter in America. And he’s the founder and president of the <a href="http://www.nationalbookclubconference.com/" rel="nofollow">National Book Club Conference</a>, an event for African-American readers and authors that has been running for more than 20 years. </p><p>Curtis spoke about his entry into journalism, his time covering sports, including 17 NBA Finals and a memorable Summer Olympics in Australia. He noted how covering the NBA was a rare beat on which a young Black journalist had advantages over his counterparts. He explained his transition into an area of journalism that could be more impactful.</p><p>Curtis spoke about some of the stories he covered. He’s continuously following the issue of <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/reparations-momentum-2023-california-rcna127949" rel="nofollow">reparations</a>. He also shared a story about how Black families are reacting to <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/rash-violence-not-deterred-black-parents-keeping-kids-hbcus-rcna121242" rel="nofollow">violence at HBCUs</a> and talked about the experience he and his wife had <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/reporter-recounts-sleeping-in-cabins-of-former-south-carolina-plantation-162952261841" rel="nofollow">staying overnight at a former slave plantation</a>.</p><p><strong>Curtis’ salute</strong>: <a href="http://nabj.org/" rel="nofollow">The National Association of Black Journalists</a></p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> feef1512-7eed-40d3-950b-f196021687c3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/dd908cb1-5a60-49e3-9086-d51c8815b39a Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2587 no full Adrienne Johnson Martin, Executive Editor: MLK 50 Adrienne Johnson Martin, Executive Editor: MLK 50 160 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Adrienne Johnson Martin. Adrienne is the executive editor at MLK50.com. Adrienne has been an editor for more than 30 years for The Los Angeles Times, The Raleigh News and Observer, Duke Magazine, and now MLK50, which she’s been with for 2.5 years. She’s a graduate of Syracuse with a masters from Columbia Journalism. MLK 50 was founded by Wendi Thomas, a longtime columnist and managing editor at the Memphis Commercial Appeal. It focuses on poverty, power and public policy in Memphis and the systems that make it hard for workers to make ends meet – issues that Martin Luther King cared deeply about. Adrienne talked about her career path and the many things she learned from her stops on the road to MLK50. She explained how the newsroom measures success not just in the amount of readership, but in how its stories move the community forward. And she talked about her editor’s notes, which are meant to convey a journey of understanding and learning. She addressed two pieces in particular, one about comments made by actor Jonathan Majors about how his girlfriend should have stood by him like Coretta Scott King and Michele Obama did for their husbands, and another about the idea of starting over when it comes to policing. Other links Journalism Salute interview with (now former) MLK50 writer Carrington Tatum Adrienne’s salute: Lynell George and the Institute for Independent Journalists Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode, we’re joined by Adrienne Johnson Martin. Adrienne is the executive editor at MLK50.com. Adrienne has been an editor for more than 30 years for The Los Angeles Times, The Raleigh News and Observer, Duke Magazine, and now MLK50, which she’s been with for 2.5 years. She’s a graduate of Syracuse with a masters from Columbia Journalism.

MLK 50 was founded by Wendi Thomas, a longtime columnist and managing editor at the Memphis Commercial Appeal. It focuses on poverty, power and public policy in Memphis and the systems that make it hard for workers to make ends meet – issues that Martin Luther King cared deeply about.

Adrienne talked about her career path and the many things she learned from her stops on the road to MLK50. She explained how the newsroom measures success not just in the amount of readership, but in how its stories move the community forward. And she talked about her editor’s notes, which are meant to convey a journey of understanding and learning.

She addressed two pieces in particular, one about comments made by actor Jonathan Majors about how his girlfriend should have stood by him like Coretta Scott King and Michele Obama did for their husbands, and another about the idea of starting over when it comes to policing.

 

Other links

Journalism Salute interview with (now former) MLK50 writer Carrington Tatum

Adrienne’s salute: Lynell George and the Institute for Independent Journalists

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://mlk50.com/author/adrienne-martin/" rel="nofollow">Adrienne Johnson Martin</a>. Adrienne is the executive editor at <a href="http://mlk50.com/" rel="nofollow">MLK50.com</a>. Adrienne has been an editor for more than 30 years for <em>The Los Angeles Times</em>, <em>The Raleigh News and Observer</em>, Duke Magazine, and now MLK50, which she’s been with for 2.5 years. She’s a graduate of Syracuse with a masters from Columbia Journalism.</p><p>MLK 50 was founded by Wendi Thomas, a longtime columnist and managing editor at the Memphis Commercial Appeal. It focuses on poverty, power and public policy in Memphis and the systems that make it hard for workers to make ends meet – issues that Martin Luther King cared deeply about.</p><p>Adrienne talked about her career path and the many things she learned from her stops on the road to MLK50. She explained how the newsroom measures success not just in the amount of readership, but in how its stories move the community forward. And she talked about her editor’s notes, which are meant to convey a journey of understanding and learning. </p><p>She addressed two pieces in particular, one about <a href="https://mlk50.com/2024/01/17/coretta-scott-king-was-no-prop/" rel="nofollow">comments made by actor Jonathan Majors</a> about how his girlfriend should have stood by him like Coretta Scott King and Michele Obama did for their husbands, and another about the idea of <a href="https://mlk50.com/2023/02/14/start-over-and-get-it-right/" rel="nofollow">starting over when it comes to policing</a>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Other links</strong></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carrington-tatum-reporter-mlk50-memphis/id1526063503?i=1000544892413" rel="nofollow">Journalism Salute interview with (now former) MLK50 writer Carrington Tatum</a></p><p><strong>Adrienne’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.lynellgeorge.com/" rel="nofollow">Lynell George</a> and the <a href="https://theiij.com/" rel="nofollow">Institute for Independent Journalists</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> 360f6958-c519-43c8-9f10-2316d892ab68 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/208a165c-d9fd-4a47-bc7f-c2571b5e3a65 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2382 no full Alexa Imani Spencer, Health and Race Reporter: Word in Black Alexa Imani Spencer, Health and Race Reporter: Word in Black 159 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Alexa Imani Spencer. Alexa reports on racial health equity for Word in Black, a newsroom that frames narratives and fosters solutions for racial inequities in America. It was founded after the murder of George Floyd. She previously worked for the Memphis Commercial Appeal and also writes about maternal health. Alexa talked about her early journalism origin story and how going to Howard University shaped her as a journalist. She shared her experience as a doula, helping women through labor and baby delivery. And she was frank about how covering breaking news stories in Memphis impacted her mental health. We went through different examples of her work, including a story about black maternity care deserts and an interview with the family of Henrietta Lacks (the subject of a book and movie about stolen cells used for medical research). She explained that her goal was to create a catalog of how racism impacted health carte in America and discussed her passion for ethics and training in trauma reporting. Alexa’s salute: Nikole Hannah-Jones (also prominently mentioned, Howard University’s Ingrid Sturgis and Dr. Yanick Rice Lamb). Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com On this episode we’re joined by Alexa Imani Spencer. Alexa reports on racial health equity for Word in Black, a newsroom that frames narratives and fosters solutions for racial inequities in America. It was founded after the murder of George Floyd. She previously worked for the Memphis Commercial Appeal and also writes about maternal health.

Alexa talked about her early journalism origin story and how going to Howard University shaped her as a journalist. She shared her experience as a doula, helping women through labor and baby delivery. And she was frank about how covering breaking news stories in Memphis impacted her mental health.

We went through different examples of her work, including a story about black maternity care deserts and an interview with the family of Henrietta Lacks (the subject of a book and movie about stolen cells used for medical research). She explained that her goal was to create a catalog of how racism impacted health carte in America and discussed her passion for ethics and training in trauma reporting.

Alexa’s salute: Nikole Hannah-Jones

(also prominently mentioned, Howard University’s Ingrid Sturgis and Dr. Yanick Rice Lamb).


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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://alexaimanispencer.com/" rel="nofollow">Alexa Imani Spencer</a>. Alexa reports on racial health equity for <a href="http://wordinblack.com/" rel="nofollow">Word in Black</a>, a newsroom that frames narratives and fosters solutions for racial inequities in America. It was founded after the murder of George Floyd. She previously worked for the <em>Memphis Commercial Appeal</em> and also writes about maternal health.</p><p>Alexa talked about her early journalism origin story and how going to Howard University shaped her as a journalist. She shared her experience as a doula, helping women through labor and baby delivery. And she was frank about how covering breaking news stories in Memphis impacted her mental health.</p><p>We went through different examples of her work, including <a href="https://wordinblack.com/2023/05/how-maternity-care-deserts-put-black-moms-at-risk/" rel="nofollow">a story about black maternity care deserts</a> and an interview <a href="https://wordinblack.com/2022/06/henrietta-lacks-family-is-close-to-getting-justice-for-her-stolen-cells/" rel="nofollow">with the family of Henrietta Lacks</a> (the subject of a book and movie about stolen cells used for medical research). She explained that her goal was to create a catalog of how racism impacted health carte in America and discussed her passion for ethics and training in trauma reporting.</p><p><strong>Alexa’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://nikolehannahjones.com/" rel="nofollow">Nikole Hannah-Jones</a></p><p>(also prominently mentioned, Howard University’s Ingrid Sturgis and Dr. Yanick Rice Lamb).</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p> a787edd7-558d-42c7-b012-fa4bc34a0478 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/049c4d20-b3ac-408d-8175-16c2856f610e Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000 1810 no full Bennet Goldstein, Wisconsin Watch, Mississippi River Basin Agriculture and Water Desk (Report for America) Bennet Goldstein, Wisconsin Watch, Mississippi River Basin Agriculture and Water Desk (Report for America) 158 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Bennet Goldstein. Bennet covers agriculture and the environment in the heartland for Wisconsin Watch as part of Report for America. He works on the Mississippi River Basin Agriculture and Water Desk – a collaborative reporting group. He previously worked for newspapers in Iowa and Nebraska. Bennett talked about the purpose of the Ag and Water Desk, which covers 31 states, and the 10 command-prompts that help guide the desk’s mission of covering important, impactful stories. He explained the desk’s collaborative approach He gave examples of stories he worked on, including - Opposition to the starting of a pig farm in a small Wisconsin town - The pollution in Lake Superior, whose water is important to the fishing industry for the Ojibwe Native American tribe. - LGBTQ farmers in the Midwest and how that challenges the traditional husband and wife own the farm, son inherits it stereotype. He also wrote about how doing the story changed his perception about being gay and covering what he covers. And he shared the important (and humorous) role that gossip has played in his career path. We hope you're inspired by this episode and others we've done recently to learn more about Report for America. Report for America is a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues and communities. They are accepting applications to be part of their next reporter class through January 31st. If you're interested, I recommend visiting their website at reportforamerica.org Bennett’s salute: Lane DeGregory, Tampa Bay Times Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Bennet Goldstein. Bennet covers agriculture and the environment in the heartland for Wisconsin Watch as part of Report for America. He works on the Mississippi River Basin Agriculture and Water Desk – a collaborative reporting group. He previously worked for newspapers in Iowa and Nebraska.

Bennett talked about the purpose of the Ag and Water Desk, which covers 31 states, and the 10 command-prompts that help guide the desk’s mission of covering important, impactful stories. He explained the desk’s collaborative approach

He gave examples of stories he worked on, including

- Opposition to the starting of a pig farm in a small Wisconsin town

- The pollution in Lake Superior, whose water is important to the fishing industry for the Ojibwe Native American tribe.

- LGBTQ farmers in the Midwest and how that challenges the traditional husband and wife own the farm, son inherits it stereotype. He also wrote about how doing the story changed his perception about being gay and covering what he covers.

And he shared the important (and humorous) role that gossip has played in his career path.

We hope you're inspired by this episode and others we've done recently to learn more about Report for America.

Report for America is a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues and communities.

They are accepting applications to be part of their next reporter class through January 31st.

If you're interested, I recommend visiting their website at reportforamerica.org.

And check out the video promoting the Ag and Water Desk.

Bennett’s salute: Lane DeGregory, Tampa Bay Times


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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Bennet Goldstein. Bennet covers agriculture and the environment in the heartland for <a href="http://wisconsinwatch.org" rel="nofollow">Wisconsin Watch</a> as part of <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>. He works on the <a href="https://agwaterdesk.org/" rel="nofollow">Mississippi River Basin Agriculture and Water Desk</a> – a collaborative reporting group. He previously worked for newspapers in Iowa and Nebraska.</p><p>Bennett talked about the purpose of the Ag and Water Desk, which covers 31 states, and the 10 command-prompts that help guide the desk’s mission of covering important, impactful stories. He explained the desk’s collaborative approach</p><p>He gave examples of stories he worked on, including</p><p>- <a href="https://wisconsinwatch.org/2023/12/wisconsin-cafo-pig-farm-agriculture-town-hogtied-chairman/" rel="nofollow">Opposition to the starting of a pig farm</a> in a small Wisconsin town</p><p>- <a href="https://thegroundtruthproject.org/great-lakes-pollution-threatens-ojibwe-treaty-rights-to-fish/" rel="nofollow">The pollution in Lake Superior</a>, whose water is important to the fishing industry for the Ojibwe Native American tribe.</p><p>- <a href="https://wisconsinwatch.org/2022/12/queering-the-family-farm-despite-obstacles-lgbtq-farmers-find-fertile-ground-in-midwest/" rel="nofollow">LGBTQ farmers in the Midwest</a> and how that challenges the traditional husband and wife own the farm, son inherits it stereotype. <a href="https://wisconsinwatch.org/2022/12/listening-to-lgbtq-farmers-helped-me-reconsider-my-place-in-the-heartland/" rel="nofollow">He also wrote about how doing the story changed his perception about being gay</a> and covering what he covers. </p><p>And he shared the important (and humorous) role that gossip has played in his career path.</p><p>We hope you&#39;re inspired by this episode and others we&#39;ve done recently to learn more about Report for America.</p><p>Report for America is a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues and communities.</p><p>They are accepting applications to be part of their next reporter class through January 31st.</p><p>If you&#39;re interested, I recommend visiting their website at <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">reportforamerica.org</a>. </p><p>And check out the video promoting the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1KTsgFszOV/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Ag and Water Desk</a>.</p><p><strong>Bennett’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.lanedegregory.org/" rel="nofollow">Lane DeGregory</a>, Tampa Bay Times</p><p><br></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><strong>And find us on </strong><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow"><strong>TikTok</strong></a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 0a528b11-71fc-45d6-9614-6dcb1f113353 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0cc98d9c-1f42-4cfa-ad88-0f02fbfc961f Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2155 no full Andrew Galarneau: Food Writer, Four Bites Andrew Galarneau: Food Writer, Four Bites 157 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Andrew Galarneau. Andrew has been a journalist for 35 years and a writer and editor at The Buffalo News for 26 years, 12 years covering covering food. Now he’s gone independent and started his own food newsletter, Four Bites. He’s also a journalism professor at the University at Buffalo. Andrew talked about the lessons he learned early in his career that have paid off now (including what it was like covering “Nudists for Pat Robertson”). He explained the process by which he reviews Buffalo’s diverse array of restaurants, and how his approach is more that of a scout than critic. He described the importance of photos and video to his work. And he went into the factors that led him to quit newspapers and go out on his home as an independent journalist. Andrew’s Salutes: Investigative Reporters & Editors; Pro Publica Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode we’re joined by Andrew Galarneau. Andrew has been a journalist for 35 years and a writer and editor at The Buffalo News for 26 years, 12 years covering covering food. Now he’s gone independent and started his own food newsletter, Four Bites. He’s also a journalism professor at the University at Buffalo.

Andrew talked about the lessons he learned early in his career that have paid off now (including what it was like covering “Nudists for Pat Robertson”). He explained the process by which he reviews Buffalo’s diverse array of restaurants, and how his approach is more that of a scout than critic. He described the importance of photos and video to his work. And he went into the factors that led him to quit newspapers and go out on his own as an independent journalist.

Andrew’s Salutes: Investigative Reporters & Editors; Pro Publica

 

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/buffalofood?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Andrew Galarneau</a>. Andrew has been a journalist for 35 years and a writer and editor at <em>The Buffalo News</em> for 26 years, 12 years covering covering food. Now he’s gone independent and started his own food newsletter, <a href="http://fourbites.net/" rel="nofollow">Four Bites</a>. He’s also a journalism professor at the University at Buffalo.</p><p>Andrew talked about the lessons he learned early in his career that have paid off now (including what it was like covering “Nudists for Pat Robertson”). He explained the process by which he reviews Buffalo’s diverse array of restaurants, and how his approach is more that of a scout than critic. He described the importance of <a href="http://instagram.com/buffalofood" rel="nofollow">photos</a> and video to his work. And he went into the factors that led him to quit newspapers and go out on his own as an independent journalist.</p><p><strong>Andrew’s Salutes</strong>: <a href="http://investigativereportersandeditors.org/" rel="nofollow">Investigative Reporters &amp; Editors</a>; <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow">Pro Publica</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><strong>And find us on </strong><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow"><strong>TikTok</strong></a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> f1c6f2c9-e3c7-4376-a3c4-89a6eeb2b65e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/84a55e55-98fa-4d4c-b3e5-17c831ef0470 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000 1994 no full Mallory Carra, Longtime Journalist; West Coast Media Jobs Mallory Carra, Longtime Journalist; West Coast Media Jobs 156 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Mallory Carra. Mallory is a journalist, editor and professor who has experience in print, digital, and audio. Among many projects, she’s currently teaching journalism at USC, is the lead producer of the soon-released Electric Futures Podcast, and publishes a job listings newsletter, West Coast Media Jobs. She formerly wrote for Bustle and wrote and edited podcast episodes for Parcast Studios. Mallory talked about what she learned at each of her jobs, from covering the outdoors in Tennessee to coming up with clever ways to handle celebrity interviews at Bustle, to writing first-person experience taking a stunt-fighting class to writing podcast episodes about September 11, 2001 for Spotify. She also explained the purpose of her newsletter, the current projects she’s working on and why she’s so passionate about pushing for paid editing tests. Mallory’s salute: The Asian-American Journalists Association and all journalism affinity groups Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our newsletter- journalismsalute.substack.com And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode we’re joined by Mallory Carra. Mallory is a journalist, editor and professor who has experience in print, digital, and audio.

Among many projects, she’s currently teaching journalism at USC, is the lead producer of the soon-released Electric Futures Podcast, and publishes a job listings newsletter, West Coast Media Jobs.

She formerly wrote for Bustle and wrote and edited podcast episodes for Parcast Studios.

Mallory talked about what she learned at each of her jobs, from covering the outdoors in Tennessee to coming up with clever ways to handle celebrity interviews at Bustle, to writing first-person experience taking a stunt-fighting class to writing podcast episodes about September 11, 2001 for Spotify.

She also explained the purpose of her newsletter, the current projects she’s working on and why she’s so passionate about pushing for paid editing tests.

Mallory’s salute: The Asian-American Journalists Association and all journalism affinity groups

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com,

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Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com)

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="http://mallorycarra.com" rel="nofollow">Mallory Carra</a>. Mallory is a journalist, editor and professor who has experience in print, digital, and audio. </p><p><span>Among many projects, she’s currently teaching journalism at USC, is the lead producer of the soon-released </span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/electric-futures/id1718960690" rel="nofollow">Electric Futures Podcast</a><span>, and publishes a job listings newsletter, </span><a href="http://westcoastmediajobs.substack.com" rel="nofollow">West Coast Media Jobs.</a></p><p>She formerly wrote for Bustle and wrote and edited podcast episodes for Parcast Studios.</p><p><span>Mallory talked about what she learned at each of her jobs, from covering the outdoors in Tennessee to coming up with clever ways to handle celebrity interviews at Bustle, to writing first-person experience </span><a href="https://www.bustle.com/p/i-learned-to-stunt-fight-from-professionals-its-so-much-more-than-throwing-a-punch-11759520" rel="nofollow">taking a stunt-fighting class</a><span> to writing podcast episodes about September 11, 2001 for Spotify.</span></p><p><span>She also explained the purpose of her newsletter, the current projects she’s working on and why she’s so passionate about pushing for </span><a href="https://nbcuacademy.com/unpaid-edit-tests-journalism-jobs/" rel="nofollow">paid editing tests</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Mallory’s salute: </strong><a href="http://aaja.org/" rel="nofollow">The Asian-American Journalists Association</a><span> and all journalism affinity groups</span></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>,</span></p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong><span> </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> </span></p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong><span> (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong><span> at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Subscribe to our newsletter</strong><span>- </span><a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><strong>And find us on </strong><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow"><strong>TikTok</strong></a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 0eb31605-51f7-47a1-af65-1005e3830693 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f0dfa8f7-3f5d-4f92-a577-fb1a3af177b1 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2587 no full Stephanie Marudas and Emily Previti, Kouvenda Media Stephanie Marudas and Emily Previti, Kouvenda Media 155 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Stephanie Marudas and Emily Previti of Kouvenda Media. Kouvenda is a non-profit podcast production company that produces narratives for social change. Stephanie is the founder and executive producer. Emily is a data journalist and producer. Together they are the co-creators of their latest project, Obscured. Obscured covers critical issues that are missed because they are complex, overshadowed and unfold out of the public eye. The most recent project in that series is From Words to Weapons, about police trauma survivors. They talked about the production of this podcast series, the interviews they did and the stories they produced. They also detailed some of the behind-the-scenes work that went into things like finding the appropriate music and getting in touch with their interview subjects. And they explained the company’s goals, which go well beyond their download numbers. Emily’s Salute: On Being Biracial Podcast Stephanie’s Salute: The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) Tweet us at @journalismpod. Subscribe to our Substack- journalismsalute.substack.com And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode we’re joined by Stephanie Marudas and Emily Previti of Kouvenda Media.

Kouvenda is a non-profit podcast production company that produces narratives for social change.

Stephanie is the founder and executive producer. Emily is a data journalist and producer. Together they are the co-creators of their latest project, Obscured.

Obscured covers critical issues that are missed because they are complex, overshadowed and unfold out of the public eye. The most recent project in that series is From Words to Weapons, about police trauma survivors.

They talked about the production of this podcast series, the interviews they did and the stories they produced. They also detailed some of the behind-the-scenes work that went into things like finding the appropriate music and getting in touch with their interview subjects. And they explained the company’s goals, which go well beyond their download numbers.

Emily’s Salute: On Being Biracial Podcast

Stephanie’s Salute: The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com,

 

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]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://www.kouvendamedia.com/team/" rel="nofollow">Stephanie Marudas</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/emily_previti" rel="nofollow">Emily Previti</a> of <a href="http://www.kouvendamedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Kouvenda Media</a>.</p><p>Kouvenda is a non-profit podcast production company that produces narratives for social change.</p><p>Stephanie is the founder and executive producer. Emily is a data journalist and producer. Together they are the co-creators of their latest project, <a href="https://www.kouvendamedia.com/obscured/" rel="nofollow">Obscured.</a></p><p>Obscured covers critical issues that are missed because they are complex, overshadowed and unfold out of the public eye. The most recent project in that series is <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obscured/id1707379300" rel="nofollow">From Words to Weapons</a>, about police trauma survivors.</p><p>They talked about the production of this podcast series, the interviews they did and the stories they produced. They also detailed some of the behind-the-scenes work that went into things like finding the appropriate music and getting in touch with their interview subjects. And they explained the company’s goals, which go well beyond their download numbers.</p><p><strong>Emily’s Salute</strong>: <a href="https://www.onbeingbiracial.com/" rel="nofollow">On Being Biracial Podcast</a></p><p><strong>Stephanie’s Salute:</strong> <a href="https://www.pcgvr.org/" rel="nofollow">The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>,</p><p> </p><p><strong>Visit our website:</strong> <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p><strong>Mark&#39;s website</strong> (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>)</p><p><strong>Tweet us</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to our Substack</strong>- <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute.substack.com</a></p><p><strong>And find us on </strong><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow"><strong>TikTok</strong></a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 9d4ab3bb-508b-4a18-987c-f4cdc641932f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/85581d5a-fb95-4e7f-b1b5-7a38830fadf4 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000 2493 no full Massarah Mikati, Communities and Engagement Reporter: Philadelphia Inquirer Massarah Mikati, Communities and Engagement Reporter: Philadelphia Inquirer 155 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode we’re joined by Massarah Mikati. Massarah covers immigrants and communities of color for the Philadelphia Inquirer. She’s been with them for about a year and a half. Prior to that she covered a similar beat in for the Albany Times-Union in New York and the Houston Chronicle. Massarah is Lebanese. She just won an award from the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association. She’s a graduate of The Ohio State University. Massarah talked about her journalism ambitions, which were formed in middle school out of desire to clarify and humanize the perspectives of the Arab community and then all communities of color. She explained how her job is about both story writing and relationship building. She discussed several examples of her work, including history-themed pieces about Philadelphia’s Chinatown and redlining in Albany. And she shared her thoughts on the value of Twitter to journalists of color. Massarah’s salutes: Jasen Lo, Philadelphia Inquirer Eduardo Medina, New York Times Mona Chalabi, The Guardian All journalists covering the war in Gaza, especially those doing so while losing family members and friends Other links - Award-winning story on Natalie Abulhawa - Philadelphia Inquirer apology to Black community - Story about soccer uniting Philadelphia’s Arab community. Outreach Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website, thejournalismsalute.org And Mark's website MarkSimonmedia.com Subscribe to our Substack JournalismSalute.Substack.com Or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On today’s episode we’re joined by Massarah Mikati. Massarah covers immigrants and communities of color for the Philadelphia Inquirer. She’s been with them for about a year and a half. Prior to that she covered a similar beat in for the Albany Times-Union in New York and the Houston Chronicle.

Massarah is Lebanese. She just won an award from the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association. She’s a graduate of The Ohio State University.

Massarah talked about her journalism ambitions, which were formed in middle school out of a desire to clarify and humanize the perspectives of the Arab community and then all communities of color.

She explained how her job is about both story writing and relationship building. She discussed several examples of her work, including history-themed pieces about Philadelphia’s Chinatown and redlining in Albany. And she shared her thoughts on the value of Twitter to journalists of color.

Massarah’s salutes:

Jasen Lo, Philadelphia Inquirer

Eduardo Medina, New York Times

Mona Chalabi, The Guardian

All journalists covering the war in Gaza, especially those doing so while losing family members and friends

Other links

- Award-winning story on Natalie Abulhawa

- Philadelphia Inquirer apology to Black community

- Story about soccer uniting Philadelphia’s Arab community.

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]]> <p>On today’s episode we’re joined by <a href="https://www.massarahmikati.com/" rel="nofollow">Massarah Mikati</a>. Massarah covers immigrants and communities of color for the <em>Philadelphia Inquirer. </em>She’s been with them for about a year and a half. Prior to that she covered a similar beat in for the Albany Times-Union in New York and the Houston Chronicle.</p><p>Massarah is Lebanese. She just won an award from the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association. She’s a graduate of The Ohio State University.</p><p>Massarah talked about her journalism ambitions, which were formed in middle school out of a desire to clarify and humanize the perspectives of the Arab community and then all communities of color.</p><p>She explained how her job is about both story writing and relationship building. She discussed several examples of her work, including history-themed pieces about <a href="https://inquirer.com/history/inq2/chinatown-history-timeline-development-arena-20231128.html" rel="nofollow">Philadelphia’s Chinatown</a> and <a href="https://www.timesunion.com/projects/2021/albany-divided/" rel="nofollow">redlining in Albany</a>. And she shared her thoughts on <a href="https://twitter.com/MassarahMikati/status/1593588221882994688" rel="nofollow">the value of Twitter</a> to journalists of color.</p><p><strong>Massarah’s salutes:</strong></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/jasenlo123" rel="nofollow">Jasen Lo</a>, Philadelphia Inquirer</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/byEduardoMedina" rel="nofollow">Eduardo Medina</a>, New York Times</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/MonaChalabi" rel="nofollow">Mona Chalabi</a>, The Guardian</p><p>All journalists covering the war in Gaza, especially those doing so while losing family members and friends</p><p><strong>Other links</strong></p><p>- <a href="https://www.inquirer.com/news/agnes-irwin-fires-pro-palestine-employee-20220823.html" rel="nofollow">Award-winning story</a> on Natalie Abulhawa</p><p>- <a href="https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/inquirer-publisher-more-perfect-union-apology-20220216.html" rel="nofollow">Philadelphia Inquirer apology</a> to Black community</p><p>- Story about <a href="https://www.inquirer.com/news/world-cup-arab-teams-proud-philadelphia-20221206.html" rel="nofollow">soccer uniting</a> Philadelphia’s Arab community.</p><p><strong><u>Outreach</u></strong></p><p>Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p>Visit our website, <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p>And Mark&#39;s website <a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a></p><p>Subscribe to our Substack <a href="http://journalismsalute.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">JournalismSalute.Substack.com</a></p><p>Or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p>And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 0222eac6-1ffc-4226-a7b8-ed47005bb5fd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/888a1685-189d-404e-95cb-f527f3017717 Tue, 26 Dec 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2270 no full Divya Karthikeyan, Race & Equity Reporter: Louisville Public Media Divya Karthikeyan, Race & Equity Reporter: Louisville Public Media 153 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Divya Karthikeyan, the race and equity reporter for WFPL and the non-profit newsroom Louisville Public Media. Divya is originally from Chennai India and came to the states as a grad student at NYU. She previously worked for a collaborative of stations as Capitol reporter at Kentucky Public Radio. Divya talked about her early interest in journalism and how she found her way both into radio and from India to Kentucky. She shared some of the many stories she’s covered in the last year ranging from how Breonna Taylor’s mother campaigned in the governor’s race to a behind-the-scenes look at how Latino immigrants impact the Kentucky Derby to the reaction of a community to a mass shooting. She also explained how it’s hard not to get attached to the stories she covers, how she tries to do stories that acknowledge hard-to-acknowledge feelings. And on a lighter note, she explained how she relates to The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Divya’s salutes: Freelance writer Austyn Gaffney and also The 19th We reached a milestone with this interview - we've now interviewed a journalist living or working in all 50 states. Thank you as always for listening. Outreach Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website, thejournalismsalute.org And Mark's website MarkSimonmedia.com Subscribe to our Substack JournalismSalute.Substack.com Or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Divya Karthikeyan, the race and equity reporter for WFPL and the non-profit newsroom Louisville Public Media. Divya is originally from Chennai India and came to the states as a grad student at NYU. She previously worked for a collaborative of stations as Capitol reporter at Kentucky Public Radio.

Divya talked about her early interest in journalism and how she found her way both into radio and from India to Kentucky.

She shared some of the many stories she’s covered in the last year ranging from how Breonna Taylor’s mother campaigned in the governor’s race to a behind-the-scenes look at how Latino immigrants impact the Kentucky Derby to the reaction of a community to a mass shooting.

She also explained how it’s hard not to get attached to the stories she covers, how she tries to do stories that acknowledge hard-to-acknowledge feelings. And on a lighter note, she explained how she relates to The Mary Tyler Moore Show.

Divya’s salutes: Freelance writer Austyn Gaffney and also The 19th

We reached a milestone with this interview - we've now interviewed a journalist living or working in all 50 states.

Thank you as always for listening.

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]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/divya_krthk" rel="nofollow">Divya Karthikeyan</a>, the race and equity reporter for <a href="https://twitter.com/WFPLNews" rel="nofollow">WFPL</a> and the non-profit newsroom Louisville Public Media. Divya is originally from Chennai India and came to the states as a grad student at NYU. She previously worked for a collaborative of stations as Capitol reporter at Kentucky Public Radio.</p><p>Divya talked about her early interest in journalism and how she found her way both into radio and from India to Kentucky.</p><p>She shared <a href="https://www.lpm.org/people/divya-karthikeyan" rel="nofollow">some of the many stories she’s covered</a> in the last year ranging from how <a href="https://www.lpm.org/news/2023-10-30/tamika-palmer-fights-for-her-daughter-breonna-taylor-by-opposing-daniel-cameron" rel="nofollow">Breonna Taylor’s mother campaigned in the governor’s race</a> to a behind-the-scenes look at <a href="https://www.lpm.org/news/2023-05-04/behind-the-scenes-latino-immigrants-make-the-kentucky-derby-possible" rel="nofollow">how Latino immigrants impact the Kentucky Derby</a> to <a href="https://www.lpm.org/news/2023-04-12/louisvillians-grapple-with-complex-emotions-after-mass-shooting-and-find-solace-in-solidarity" rel="nofollow">the reaction of a community to a mass shooting.</a></p><p>She also explained how it’s hard not to get attached to the stories she covers, how she tries to do stories that acknowledge hard-to-acknowledge feelings. And on a lighter note, she explained how she relates to <em>The Mary Tyler Moore Show.</em></p><p><strong>Divya’s salutes: </strong>Freelance writer <a href="https://twitter.com/AustynGaffney" rel="nofollow">Austyn Gaffney</a> and also <a href="https://twitter.com/19thnews" rel="nofollow"><em>The 19th</em></a></p><p>We reached a milestone with this interview - we&#39;ve now interviewed a journalist living or working in all 50 states.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. </p><p><strong><u>Outreach</u></strong></p><p>Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p>Visit our website, <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> </p><p>And Mark&#39;s website <a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a> </p><p>Subscribe to our Substack <a href="http://JournalismSalute.Substack.com" rel="nofollow">JournalismSalute.Substack.com</a></p><p>Or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. </p><p>And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> e772c715-c472-4c72-bec8-46ed2141e880 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c2088598-9b91-4a6d-a17d-788cf57694b4 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1973 no full Tim Furlong, Delaware Bureau Reporter - NBC10 Philadelphia Tim Furlong, Delaware Bureau Reporter - NBC10 Philadelphia 152 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Tim Furlong. Tim is a reporter for the Delaware bureau of NBC’s news affiliate in Philadelphia. He’s also an adjunct professor at Widener University. Tim describes himself as high energy, conversational and versatile. He’s been part of an Emmy-winning team and has been in TV news since 1997. Tim talked about the turning point in his journalism career, walked us through how he covers the stories he covers (he’s unusual for a big-market TV reporter in that he shoots his own footage), discussed the technological advancements in the field, and explained the importance of conversational writing. Examples of stories: 1- The Delaware Memorial Bridge completing a huge repair project ahead of Thanksgiving 2- A professor at Delaware visiting Peru to teach cheesemaking to a small village? 3- A Delaware state trooper could lose his job for punching a handcuffed suspect in response to a prank Tim’s salutes: Kristin Welker and Pete Williams of NBC News Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website, thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode we’re joined by Tim Furlong. Tim is a reporter for the Delaware bureau of NBC’s news affiliate in Philadelphia (NBC10). He’s also an adjunct professor at Widener University. Tim describes himself as high energy, conversational and versatile. He’s been part of an Emmy-winning team and has been in TV news since 1997.

Tim talked about the turning point in his journalism career, walked us through how he covers the stories he covers (he’s unusual for a big-market TV reporter in that he shoots his own footage), discussed the technological advancements in the field, and explained the importance of conversational writing.

Examples of stories:

1- The Delaware Memorial Bridge completing a huge repair project ahead of Thanksgiving

2- A professor at Delaware visiting Peru to teach cheesemaking to a small village?

3- A Delaware state trooper could lose his job for punching a handcuffed suspect in response to a prank 

Tim’s salutes: Kristin Welker and Pete Williams of NBC News

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website, thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/tfurlong" rel="nofollow">Tim Furlong</a>. Tim is a reporter for the Delaware bureau of NBC’s news affiliate in Philadelphia (<a href="https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/" rel="nofollow">NBC10</a>). He’s also an adjunct professor at Widener University. Tim describes himself as high energy, conversational and versatile. He’s been part of an Emmy-winning team and has been in TV news since 1997.</p><p>Tim talked about the turning point in his journalism career, walked us through how he covers the stories he covers (he’s unusual for a big-market TV reporter in that he shoots his own footage), discussed the technological advancements in the field, and explained the importance of conversational writing.</p><p><strong>Examples of stories:</strong></p><p>1- <a href="https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/delaware-memorial-bridge-completes-huge-project-ahead-of-thanksgiving-week/3692938/?_branch_match_id=924791039842211943&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXz0tKLsjIzElMSc0B0ol6iQUFejmZedn6LuXuEfmOZoHOrkn2aUnJOZkptp7ljkFGVf7e%2Fl7llsXxVRkFSe6Wzp6e%2FtleJiYe3omleWbGoZ5RuSZuWYnuucbBgUEpnkWRQYFRPq6pgfkAqeDkrXEAAAA%3D&fbclid=IwAR2zOKOJw9s_zhpbG9CIIOkJ44HKaun63UIZm4FjaGm3SQRdIrYRQZLEeQo&utm_medium=share" rel="nofollow">The Delaware Memorial Bridge</a> completing a huge repair project ahead of Thanksgiving</p><p>2- <a href="https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/university-of-delaware-employee-using-her-cheese-making-skills-to-change-lives-overseas/3663948/?fbclid=IwAR2g-bTrZojAS8lPist35yl_6guDXvJBRQlHV9sAjNDKz5rL5C0NBze6Ba8" rel="nofollow">A professor at Delaware visiting Peru</a> to teach cheesemaking to a small village?</p><p>3- <a href="https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/del-state-trooper-charged-in-brutal-assault-of-teen-boy-in-response-to-prank/3654440/?_osource=SocialFlowFB_PHBrand&fbclid=IwAR0x9xelp_IGVHMz6vXHPn56W5UblyPNa_5V2v69TmF5iKWKu7Nyqu66rys" rel="nofollow">A Delaware state trooper could lose his job</a> for punching a handcuffed suspect in response to a prank<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Tim’s salutes:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/kwelkernbc" rel="nofollow">Kristin Welker</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteWilliamsNBC" rel="nofollow">Pete Williams </a>of NBC News</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website, <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> a9e66389-844e-4172-bdcc-1125b64d3ab9 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/bddbb020-5487-410f-acf2-e4b2017a6a55 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2039 no full Colleen Cronin, Environmental Reporter, ecoRI News Colleen Cronin, Environmental Reporter, ecoRI News 151 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Colleen Cronin. Colleen is a reporter for ecoRI News, a non-profit dedicated to reporting on environmental and social justice issues in southern New England. Colleen covers rural Rhode Island. She’s been with ecoRI for a year-and-a- half as part of Report for America. Colleen is a graduate of Brown University where she was editor in chief of The Brown Daily Herald. She also worked briefly at The Boston Globe. Colleen talked about her journalism origin story. She shared a story of a discussion she had with her father (a police officer) about an early piece she wrote on racial profiling and how that impacted his perspective. She also talked about her interest in environmental reporting and the kind of stories she covers on her beat, ranging from leaf peeping to the teaching of humane ways of killing fish to coverage of mass transit issues and access to public records about car crashes. And she talked about the different ways she manages her mental health and the journalism issue most important to her. Colleen’s salutes: Ivy Scott and Shannon Larson, Boston Globe The Brown Daily Herald Staff Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Colleen Cronin. Colleen is a reporter for ecoRI News, a non-profit dedicated to reporting on environmental and social justice issues in southern New England.

Colleen covers rural Rhode Island. She’s been with ecoRI for a year-and-a- half as part of Report for America.

Colleen is a graduate of Brown University where she was editor in chief of The Brown Daily Herald. She also worked briefly at The Boston Globe.

Colleen talked about her journalism origin story. She shared a story of a discussion she had with her father (a police officer) about an early piece she wrote on racial profiling and how that impacted his perspective. She also talked about her interest in environmental reporting and the kind of stories she covers on her beat, ranging from leaf peeping to the teaching of humane ways of killing fish to coverage of mass transit issues and access to public records about car crashes.

And she talked about the different ways she manages her mental health, and the journalism issue most important to her.

Colleen’s salutes:

Ivy Scott and Shannon Larson, Boston Globe 

The Brown Daily Herald Staff

Listen to Colleen talk about her reporting on ecoRI's podcast, The Blab Lab

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/colleen_cronin" rel="nofollow">Colleen Cronin</a>. Colleen is a reporter for <a href="http://ecori.org/" rel="nofollow">ecoRI News</a>, a non-profit dedicated to reporting on environmental and social justice issues in southern New England.</p><p>Colleen covers rural Rhode Island. She’s been with ecoRI for a year-and-a- half as part of <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>.</p><p>Colleen is a graduate of Brown University where she was editor in chief of <em>The Brown Daily Herald</em>. She also worked briefly at <em>The Boston Globe</em>.</p><p>Colleen talked about her journalism origin story. She shared a story of a discussion she had with her father (a police officer) about an early piece she wrote on racial profiling and how that impacted his perspective. She also talked about her interest in environmental reporting and the kind of stories she covers on her beat, ranging from <a href="https://ecori.org/colors-of-fall-brighten-sakonnet-greenway/" rel="nofollow">leaf peeping</a> to the teaching of <a href="https://ecori.org/japanese-method-of-humane-fish-killing-improves-quality-and-flavor/" rel="nofollow">humane ways of killing fish</a> to coverage of <a href="https://ecori.org/ripta-needs-more-state-funding-to-meet-rhode-islands-transit-and-emission-goals/" rel="nofollow">mass transit issues</a> and <a href="https://ecori.org/dangerous-intersection-ridot-hides-crash-data-from-public/" rel="nofollow">access to public records about car crashes</a>.</p><p>And she talked about the different ways she manages her mental health, and the journalism issue most important to her.</p><p><strong>Colleen’s salutes:</strong></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/itsivyscott" rel="nofollow">Ivy Scott</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/shannonlarson98" rel="nofollow">Shannon Larson</a>, <em>Boston Globe </em></p><p><a href="http://browndailyherald.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Brown Daily Herald Staff</em></a></p><p>Listen to Colleen talk about her reporting on ecoRI&#39;s podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blab-lab/id1676318939" rel="nofollow">The Blab Lab</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> ccd03496-3785-436d-9e59-c6b5b164e104 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/25fdfd57-a5d5-4bdf-b87f-3ddf7e2f1ac6 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2405 no full Adrianna Adame, Reporter, Buffalo's Fire Adrianna Adame, Reporter, Buffalo's Fire 150 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Adrianna Adame. Adrianna is an indigenous democracy and education reporter for Buffalo’s Fire via Report for America. Buffalo’s Fire is a non-profit website that produces independent journalism to enhance the quality of life for Native communities through news coverage that informs and engages American Indians and lifts up our stories to the broader culture. Adrianna is No. 2 on the masthead, the site’s lone reporter. She is a 2020 grad of Cal State San Marcos and has a masters from Syracuse. She is of Mexican heritage and an enrolled member of the Chippewa Cree Tribe of Rocky Boy, Montana. Adrianna talked about her journalism path and previous work experiences. She explained how she has been reconnecting to her Native roots while working in this job. And she shared what it was like to report on stories such as one about a memorial walk for Indian Boarding School survivors, another on a homeless shelter working to promote sobriety and one on the New Year’s Eve traditions of her great grandmother. Adrianna’s salute: IndigiNews Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Adrianna Adame. Adrianna is an indigenous democracy and education reporter for Buffalo’s Fire via Report for America.

Buffalo’s Fire is a non-profit website that produces independent journalism to enhance the quality of life for Native communities through news coverage that informs and engages American Indians and lifts up our stories to the broader culture.

Adrianna is No. 2 on the masthead, the site’s lone reporter. She is a 2020 grad of Cal State San Marcos and has a masters from Syracuse. She is of Mexican heritage and an enrolled member of the Chippewa Cree Tribe of Rocky Boy, Montana.

Adrianna talked about her journalism path and previous work experiences. She explained how she has been reconnecting to her Native roots while working in this job. And she shared what it was like to report on stories such as one about a memorial walk for Indian Boarding School survivors, another on a homeless shelter working to promote sobriety and one on the New Year’s Eve traditions of her great grandmother.

 Adrianna’s salute: IndigiNews

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/AdriannaAdame_" rel="nofollow">Adrianna Adame</a>. Adrianna is an indigenous democracy and education reporter for <a href="https://www.buffalosfire.com/" rel="nofollow">Buffalo’s Fire</a> via <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>.</p><p>Buffalo’s Fire is a non-profit website that produces independent journalism to enhance the quality of life for Native communities through news coverage that informs and engages American Indians and lifts up our stories to the broader culture.</p><p>Adrianna is No. 2 on the masthead, the site’s lone reporter. She is a 2020 grad of Cal State San Marcos and has a masters from Syracuse. She is of Mexican heritage and an enrolled member of the Chippewa Cree Tribe of Rocky Boy, Montana. </p><p>Adrianna talked about her journalism path and previous work experiences. She explained how she has been reconnecting to her Native roots while working in this job. And she shared what it was like to report on stories such as one about <a href="https://www.buffalosfire.com/leaders-community-members-show-support-for-proposed-legislative-bill-to-find-missing-boarding-school-children/" rel="nofollow">a</a> <a href="https://www.buffalosfire.com/leaders-community-members-show-support-for-proposed-legislative-bill-to-find-missing-boarding-school-children/" rel="nofollow">memorial walk for Indian Boarding School survivors</a>, another on <a href="https://www.buffalosfire.com/turtle-mountain-homeless-shelter-promotes-sobriety-fosters-community/" rel="nofollow">a</a> <a href="https://www.buffalosfire.com/turtle-mountain-homeless-shelter-promotes-sobriety-fosters-community/" rel="nofollow">homeless shelter working to promote sobriety</a> and one on <a href="https://www.popsugar.com/latina/how-i-finally-embraced-my-mexican-new-year-eve-traditions-48656529" rel="nofollow">the New Year’s Eve traditions of her great grandmother.</a></p><p> <strong>Adrianna’s salute:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/IndigiNewsMedia" rel="nofollow">IndigiNews</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 9227b2ac-1d84-400b-af46-e3f96e38118e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/78d1146b-b31f-4c58-af24-cc5ad7223d64 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1741 no full Joseph Bustos, Politics & Government Reporter: The State Joseph Bustos, Politics & Government Reporter: The State 149 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Joseph Bustos. Joseph is a state government and politics reporter at The State, a McClatchy-owned newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina. He’s a 2005 graduate of Northwestern University who has previously been a reporter for 3 other papers. He’s been with The State for 4 years and can be found on Twitter at @JoeBReporter. Joseph talked about a photojournalism class that served as a turning point for his journalistic skills. He explained his interest in government and politics and his approach to covering the Republican primary candidates and other South Carolina politicians. He gave us examples of his reporting and of what a day in the life is like on the beat, including where the adrenaline rush moments come from. Joseph’s salutes: John Monk, The State and Nick Reynolds, Charleston Post & Courier. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode we’re joined by Joseph Bustos. Joseph is a state government and politics reporter at The State, a McClatchy-owned newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina. He’s a 2005 graduate of Northwestern University who has previously been a reporter for 3 other papers. He’s been with The State for 4 years and can be found on Twitter at @JoeBReporter.

Joseph talked about a photojournalism class that served as a turning point for his journalistic skills. He explained his interest in government and politics and his approach to covering the Republican primary candidates and other South Carolina politicians. He gave us examples of his reporting and of what a day in the life is like on the beat, including where the adrenaline rush moments come from.

Joseph’s salutes: John Monk, The State and Nick Reynolds, Charleston Post & Courier.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://www.thestate.com/profile/237258264" rel="nofollow">Joseph Bustos</a>. Joseph is a state government and politics reporter at <a href="http://www.thestate.com/" rel="nofollow">The State</a>, a McClatchy-owned newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina. He’s a 2005 graduate of Northwestern University who has previously been a reporter for 3 other papers. He’s been with The State for 4 years and can be found on Twitter at <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeBReporter" rel="nofollow">@JoeBReporter</a>.</p><p>Joseph talked about a photojournalism class that served as a turning point for his journalistic skills. He explained his interest in government and politics and his approach to covering the Republican primary candidates and other South Carolina politicians. He gave us examples of his reporting and of what a day in the life is like on the beat, including where the adrenaline rush moments come from.</p><p><strong>Joseph’s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/jmonkatthestate" rel="nofollow">John Monk</a>, <em>The State </em>and <a href="https://iamnickreynolds.com/" rel="nofollow">Nick Reynolds</a>, <em>Charleston Post &amp; Courier.</em></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>. And find us on </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 203a5797-aa87-4db0-ab3b-e012a998d463 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e19ae453-93a6-4214-9f47-30af97cb0411 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2455 no full Rochelle Estrada, President SPJ Student Chapter, William Paterson University Rochelle Estrada, President SPJ Student Chapter, William Paterson University 148 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Rochelle Estrada. Rochelle is a senior journalism major at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. She is the president of the William Paterson chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. The chapter just won the award for student chapter of the year, the 2nd time in 4 years that William Paterson has earned that distinction under professor Nick Hirshon. Rochelle talked about her broadcast journalism aspirations, the different activities and events that the SPJ chapter does, and about some of the work she’s most proud of. Rochelle’s salutes: Society of Professional Journalists and The National Center on Disability and Journalism Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Rochelle Estrada. Rochelle is a senior journalism major at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. She is the president of the William Paterson chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

The chapter just won the award for student chapter of the year, the 2nd time in 4 years that William Paterson has earned that distinction under professor Nick Hirshon.

Rochelle talked about her broadcast journalism aspirations, the different activities and events that the SPJ chapter does, and about some of the work she’s most proud of.

Rochelle’s salutes: Society of Professional Journalists and The National Center on Disability and Journalism

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

Click here to find us on YouTube. We're also on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.rochelleestrada.com/" rel="nofollow">Rochelle Estrada</a>. Rochelle is a senior journalism major at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. She is the president of the William Paterson chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.</p><p>The chapter just won the award for student chapter of the year, the 2nd time in 4 years that William Paterson has earned that distinction under professor Nick Hirshon.</p><p>Rochelle talked about her broadcast journalism aspirations, the different activities and events that the SPJ chapter does, and about some of the work she’s most proud of.</p><p>Rochelle’s salutes: <a href="http://www.spj.org/" rel="nofollow">Society of Professional Journalists</a> and <a href="https://ncdj.org/" rel="nofollow">The National Center on Disability and Journalism</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. </p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/@JournalismSalutePodcast-kn9dt" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to find us on YouTube. We&#39;re also on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 10517ac2-a72f-4844-8a81-6f4c6cbd4002 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c7a79634-a210-46d3-af70-f174afbd04d3 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1839 no full Frances Solá-Santiago, Fashion Writer: Refinery29 Frances Solá-Santiago, Fashion Writer: Refinery29 147 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Frances Solá-Santiago. Frances is a fashion writer at Refinery 29 and also does freelance work for other prominent outlets. She’s a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico and Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Frances talked about how the MTV show ‘The Hills’ and an early interest in fashion magazines set her career path. She explained the wide range of stories that touch fashion that she covers (one week Chat GPT, another week, famous scammers, another week a personal piece on engagement rings). She talked about the importance of covering Latinx in fashion and music. And she shared what her first book will be about. Frances’ salutes: Andrea González Ramirez, The Cut and founder of Latinas in Journalism Mentorship Program Claudia Irizarry Aponte, The City Talk: https://youtu.be/ToCS24hfaN4?t=1899 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Frances Solá-Santiago. Frances is a fashion writer at Refinery29 and also does freelance work for other prominent outlets. She’s a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico and Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY.

Frances talked about how the MTV show ‘The Hills’ and an early interest in fashion magazines set her career path. She explained the wide range of stories that touch fashion that she covers (one week Chat GPT, another week, famous scammers, another week a personal piece on engagement rings). She talked about the importance of covering Latinx in fashion and music. And she shared what her first book will be about.

Frances’ salutes:

Andrea González Ramirez, The Cut and founder of Latinas in Journalism Mentorship Program

Claudia Irizarry Aponte, The City

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.francessolasantiago.com/" rel="nofollow">Frances Solá-Santiago</a>. Frances is a fashion writer at <a href="http://refinery29.com/" rel="nofollow">Refinery29</a> and also does freelance work for other prominent outlets. She’s a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico and Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY<em>. </em></p><p>Frances talked about how the MTV show ‘The Hills’ and an early interest in fashion magazines set her career path. She explained the wide range of stories that touch fashion that she covers (one week <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/05/11374996/chatgpt-tiktok-fashion-trend-styling" rel="nofollow">Chat GPT</a>, another week, <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/02/10870097/scammer-fashion-anna-delvey-elizabeth-holmes#:~:text=For%20Scammers%2C%20Style%20Is%20Part%20Of%20The%20Grift&text=Anna%20Sorokin%20%E2%80%94%20better%20known%20as,Ala%C3%AFa%20dresses%20and%20Celine%20sunglasses." rel="nofollow">famous scammers</a>, another week a personal piece on <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/10/11549996/black-engagement-ring-meaning" rel="nofollow">engagement rings</a>). She talked about the importance of covering Latinx <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/09/10685901/latinx-in-fashion-diversity-issue" rel="nofollow">in fashion</a> and <a href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/women-puerto-rico-urbano-reggaeton-1234676538/" rel="nofollow">music</a>. And she shared what <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Bottega-Veneta-Fashion/dp/1802796428" rel="nofollow">her first book</a> will be about.</p><p><strong>Frances’ salutes: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.thecut.com/author/andrea-gonzalez-ramirez/" rel="nofollow">Andrea González Ramirez</a>, <em>The Cut</em> and founder of <a href="https://www.latinajournalists.com/" rel="nofollow">Latinas in Journalism Mentorship Program</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thecity.nyc/author/claudia-irizarry-aponte/" rel="nofollow">Claudia Irizarry Aponte</a>, <em>The City</em></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> ae408d0b-aad4-4faf-a693-e026e532d0bb https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9caba428-5c89-4b5f-9141-b7bf8849eed6 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2146 no full Marjorie Cortez, Education Reporter: Deseret News Marjorie Cortez, Education Reporter: Deseret News 147 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Marjorie Cortez. Marjorie is an education reporter for the Deseret News in Utah. Prior to her current role on the Utah InDepth team, she was an editorial writer, columnist and Sunday opinion section editor. She’s been a journalist for three decades. For those unfamiliar, The Deseret News covers news locally and nationally and is the oldest continuously operating publication in the American West. The company that owns the publication is owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Marjorie talked about working the education beat, which includes a lot of coverage of social issues. She talked to us about what it was like to cover a high school graduation in a prison and some of the difficult choices she faced in writing that story. She provided examples of other work she’s done recently as well. She discussed what it is like to write stories now compared to when she first started. And she gave a great example of something she learned from making a mistake. Story examples: Graduation ceremony in a prison https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/6/5/23746993/utah-state-prison-earning-diploma-while-incarcerated A bus that doubles as a homeless shelter https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/3/29/23643677/nomad-alliance-bus-homeless-shelter-winter-weather Marjorie’s Salute: The Education Writer’s Association Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Marjorie Cortez. Marjorie is an education reporter for the Deseret News in Utah. Prior to her current role on the Utah InDepth team, she was an editorial writer, columnist and Sunday opinion section editor. She’s been a journalist for three decades.

 For those unfamiliar, The Deseret News covers news locally and nationally and is the oldest continuously operating publication in the American West. The company that owns the publication is owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

 Marjorie talked about working the education beat, which includes a lot of coverage of social issues. She talked to us about what it was like to cover a high school graduation in a prison and some of the difficult choices she faced in writing that story. She provided examples of other work she’s done recently as well. She discussed what it is like to write stories now compared to when she first started. And she gave a great example of something she learned from making a mistake.

Story examples:

Graduation ceremony in a prison

https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/6/5/23746993/utah-state-prison-earning-diploma-while-incarcerated

A bus that doubles as a homeless shelter

https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/3/29/23643677/nomad-alliance-bus-homeless-shelter-winter-weather

Marjorie’s Salute: The Education Writer’s Association

 

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Marjorie Cortez. Marjorie is an education reporter for the <a href="http://www.deseret.com/" rel="nofollow">Deseret News</a> in Utah. Prior to her current role on the Utah InDepth team, <span>she was an editorial writer, columnist and Sunday opinion section editor. She’s been a journalist for three decades.</span></p><p><span> </span><span>For those unfamiliar, The Deseret News covers news locally and nationally and is the oldest continuously operating publication in the American West. The company that owns the publication</span><span> is owned by </span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Church_of_Jesus_Christ_of_Latter-day_Saints" rel="nofollow">the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints</a><span>.</span></p><p><span> Marjorie talked about working the education beat, which includes a lot of coverage of social issues. She talked to us about what it was like to cover a high school graduation in a prison and some of the difficult choices she faced in writing that story. She provided examples of other work she’s done recently as well. She discussed what it is like to write stories now compared to when she first started. And she gave a great example of something she learned from making a mistake.</span></p><p><strong>Story examples:</strong></p><p><span>Graduation ceremony in a prison</span></p><p><a href="https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/6/5/23746993/utah-state-prison-earning-diploma-while-incarcerated" rel="nofollow">https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/6/5/23746993/utah-state-prison-earning-diploma-while-incarcerated</a></p><p><span>A bus that doubles as a homeless shelter</span></p><p><a href="https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/3/29/23643677/nomad-alliance-bus-homeless-shelter-winter-weather" rel="nofollow">https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/3/29/23643677/nomad-alliance-bus-homeless-shelter-winter-weather</a></p><p><strong>Marjorie’s Salute:</strong><span> </span><a href="https://ewa.org/" rel="nofollow">The Education Writer’s Association</a></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>. And find us on </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> c10d6800-4b49-46ba-baed-c6c73c7b977a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/007cbe97-fd14-449f-a767-519ea7f39ddd Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1997 no full Michael Clair, Reporter- MLB.com Michael Clair, Reporter- MLB.com 146 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Michael Clair. This episode is airing right around the time of the World Series. Michael Clair covers what I’d call “The Wide World of Baseball” for MLB.com. He writes features about interesting people and stories around the world, connected to playing baseball. And other things too. Michael talked about the value of reading to a journalism origin story that also included Hollywood aspirations. He explained how he covers international baseball and walks us through some of his interesting stories, including baseball played in Bhutan and the Czech Republic. Michael’s salutes Jiří Vlach, Ján Jabrocký, Lukas Ercoli, baseball in the Czech Republic Martin Jorge and Allar Hrastoviak, WBSC Eric Balnar, Baseball Australia Fluto Shinazawa, The Athletic Michael’s stories Baseball in Bhutan – https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/bhutan-hopes-to-be-next-great-baseball-country The Czech Republic Baseball Team Will Steal Your Heart https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/czech-republic-world-baseball-classic-underdog-stars Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Michael Clair. This episode is airing right around the time of the World Series. Michael Clair covers what I’d call “The Wide World of Baseball” for MLB.com. He writes features about interesting people and stories around the world, connected to playing baseball. And other things too.

Michael talked about the value of reading to a journalism origin story that also included Hollywood aspirations. He explained how he covers international baseball and walks us through some of his interesting stories, including baseball played in Bhutan and the Czech Republic.

Michael’s salutes

Jiří Vlach, Ján Jabrocký, Lukas Ercoli, baseball in the Czech Republic

Martin Jorge and Allar Hrastoviak, WBSC

Eric Balnar, Baseball Australia

Fluto Shinazawa, The Athletic


Michael’s stories

Baseball in Bhutan –

https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/bhutan-hopes-to-be-next-great-baseball-country

The Czech Republic Baseball Team Will Steal Your Heart

https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/czech-republic-world-baseball-classic-underdog-stars

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelsclair?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Michael Clair</a>. This episode is airing right around the time of the World Series. Michael Clair covers what I’d call “The Wide World of Baseball” for <a href="http://mlb.com/" rel="nofollow">MLB.com</a>. He writes features about interesting people and stories around the world, connected to playing baseball. And other things too.</p><p>Michael talked about the value of reading to a journalism origin story that also included Hollywood aspirations. He explained how he covers international baseball and walks us through some of his interesting stories, including baseball played in Bhutan and the Czech Republic.</p><p><strong>Michael’s salutes</strong></p><p><a href="http://baseball-stat.cz/" rel="nofollow">Jiří Vlach</a>, <a href="http://milujeme-baseball.cz/" rel="nofollow">Ján Jabrocký</a>, Lukas Ercoli, baseball in the Czech Republic</p><p><a href="https://ar.linkedin.com/in/mart%C3%ADn-jorge-biscussi" rel="nofollow">Martin Jorge</a> and Allar Hrastoviak, WBSC</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ebalnar/" rel="nofollow">Eric Balnar</a>, Baseball Australia</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/FlutoShinzawa?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Fluto Shinazawa</a>, The Athletic</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Michael’s stories</strong></p><p>Baseball in Bhutan –</p><p><a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/bhutan-hopes-to-be-next-great-baseball-country" rel="nofollow">https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/bhutan-hopes-to-be-next-great-baseball-country</a></p><p>The Czech Republic Baseball Team Will Steal Your Heart</p><p><a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/czech-republic-world-baseball-classic-underdog-stars" rel="nofollow">https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/czech-republic-world-baseball-classic-underdog-stars</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> e78dd43b-2d13-450d-9529-eb394f2aa5b1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/63d42f50-c304-4b97-ad1e-21c33439d738 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1867 no full Cindy Kuzma, Freelance Journalist (specializing in running) Cindy Kuzma, Freelance Journalist (specializing in running) 144 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Cindy Kuzma. Cindy is a freelance writer based in Chicago and her primary beat is running. She’s written for several magazines about the subject. She’s also co-authored books and co-hosts the podcast, The Injured Athletes Club. And she does write about other subjects too. Cindy graduated from Baylor University with a masters degree from the Medill School at Northwestern. Cindy talked about how she makes a career out of freelancing and gave examples of the many different types of projects she’s worked on. Notable recent stories include news stories about issues with body composition testing, pieces related to running, health, and personal wellness, and coverage of marathons from both an elite athlete and human interest perspective. Cindy’s salute: The Daily Northwestern and the students who investigated the team’s football program Examples of stories Top college programs moving away from body composition testing https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a42437488/body-composition-testing-college-programs/ Coverage of the 2023 Boston Marathon https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a43581068/boston-marathon-2023-american-women/ What COVID Surviors Know https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/may-2021/what-covid-survivors-know/ On this episode, we’re joined by Cindy Kuzma. Cindy is a freelance writer based in Chicago and her primary beat is running. She’s written for several magazines about the subject.

She’s also co-authored books and co-hosts the podcast, The Injured Athletes Club. And she does write about other subjects too. Cindy graduated from Baylor University with a masters degree from the Medill School at Northwestern.

Cindy talked about how she makes a career out of freelancing and gave examples of the many different types of projects she’s worked on. Notable recent stories include news stories about issues with body composition testing, pieces related to running, health, and personal wellness, and coverage of marathons from both an elite athlete and human interest perspective.

Cindy’s salute: The Daily Northwestern and the students who investigated the team’s football program

Examples of stories

-Top college programs moving away from body composition testing

https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a42437488/body-composition-testing-college-programs/

-Coverage of the 2023 Boston Marathon

https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a43581068/boston-marathon-2023-american-women/

-What COVID Surviors Know

https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/may-2021/what-covid-survivors-know/

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://cindykuzma.com/" rel="nofollow">Cindy Kuzma</a>. Cindy is a freelance writer based in Chicago and her primary beat is running. She’s written for several magazines about the subject. </p><p>She’s also co-authored books and co-hosts the podcast, <a href="https://injuredathletesclub.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Injured Athletes Club</em></a>. And she does write about other subjects too. Cindy graduated from Baylor University with a masters degree from the Medill School at Northwestern.</p><p>Cindy talked about how she makes a career out of freelancing and gave examples of the many different types of projects she’s worked on. Notable recent stories include news stories about issues with body composition testing, pieces related to running, health, and personal wellness, and coverage of marathons from both an elite athlete and human interest perspective.</p><p><strong>Cindy’s salute:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/thedailynu" rel="nofollow">The Daily Northwestern</a> and the students who investigated the team’s football program</p><p><strong>Examples of stories</strong></p><p>-Top college programs moving away from body composition testing</p><p><a href="https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a42437488/body-composition-testing-college-programs/" rel="nofollow">https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a42437488/body-composition-testing-college-programs/</a></p><p>-Coverage of the 2023 Boston Marathon</p><p><a href="https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a43581068/boston-marathon-2023-american-women/" rel="nofollow">https://www.runnersworld.com/preview/news/a43581068/boston-marathon-2023-american-women/</a></p><p>-What COVID Surviors Know</p><p><a href="https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/may-2021/what-covid-survivors-know/" rel="nofollow">https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/may-2021/what-covid-survivors-know/</a></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>. And find us on </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 7ed20a06-313b-4063-9e62-15d201f19220 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2834934a-292f-4548-8206-f8125f5e9fa5 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2241 no full RE-AIR: April Alonso, Cicero Independiente (November 2021) RE-AIR: April Alonso, Cicero Independiente (November 2021) 1 Mark Simon I'm finishing the editing work on a book project this week and a planned interview didn't happen, so I'm sharing an episode from November 2021 that some of you may not have heard. We’re joined by April Alonso. April is the co-founder of the award-winning Cicero Independiente, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh. The Independiente has won a number of non-profit journalism award. At the time of this interview, it had just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000. April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers that are part-time and volunteers from local schools and the community. To learn more about The Independiente, read this article from The Poynter Institute. I'm finishing the editing work on a book project this week and a planned interview didn't happen, so I'm sharing an episode from November 2021 that some of you may not have heard.

We’re joined by April Alonso. April is the co-founder of the award-winning Cicero Independiente, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh.

The Independiente has won a number of non-profit journalism award. At the time of this interview, it had just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000.

April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers that are part-time and volunteers from local schools and the community.

To learn more about The Independiente, read this article from The Poynter Institute. 

]]> <p><em>I&#39;m finishing the editing work on a book project this week and a planned interview didn&#39;t happen, so I&#39;m sharing an episode from November 2021 that some of you may not have heard.</em></p><p>We’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-alonso" rel="nofollow">April Alonso</a>. April is the co-founder of the award-winning <a href="http://ciceroindependiente.com" rel="nofollow">Cicero Independiente</a>, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh.</p><p>The Independiente has won a number of non-profit journalism award. At the time of this interview, it had just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000.</p><p>April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers that are part-time and volunteers from local schools and the community.</p><p>To learn more about The Independiente, read <a href="https://www.poynter.org/locally/2021/how-a-community-focused-weekly-is-punching-holes-in-an-illinois-towns-political-discourse/" rel="nofollow">this article</a> from The Poynter Institute. </p> aef46205-b759-41df-8a61-737bfc04cc15 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/eed11150-d44a-43c7-8cc0-23075a0582dd Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2052 no full Stefania Lugli, Civic Engagement Reporter - Kansas Leadership Center & Planeta Venus Stefania Lugli, Civic Engagement Reporter - Kansas Leadership Center & Planeta Venus 143 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Stefania Lugli. Stefania is a Civic Engagement reporter for an educational non-profit, the Kansas Leadership Center, as well as the Spanish-language site, Planeta Venus. Her work supports increased news coverage on items of interest to English and Spanish speaking Latinos in Kansas. Previously, she was a reporter in Wichita as part of Report for America, and also Sarasota, Florida, and wrote for the Metro section of the Boston Globe. She is a second-generation Venezuelan American and a graduate of Emerson College in Boston. Stefania talked about her current role and how she writes stories with purpose about things that have immediate utility for her audience. She also spoke of writing with compassion, her love of research, and the responsibility she feels in her job. Examples of her work - Is Oaklawn Wichita’s forgotten neighborhood? https://klcjournal.com/oaklawn-wichita-neighborhood/ - Latinos Face a Choice: Uphold Cultural Tradition or Trust Strangers to Care For Your Own https://klcjournal.com/senior-elderly-caregiving-in-latino-families/ Stefania’s salutes: - The 19th - Mississippi Free Press - AZ Luminaria - The Marshall Project - Tiana Woodard, Boston Globe - Margo Snipe, Capital B - Arelis Hernández, Washington Post - Marissa Lang, Washington Post - Steven Walker, Sarasota Herald-Tribune Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Stefania Lugli. Stefania is a Civic Engagement reporter for an educational non-profit, the Kansas Leadership Center, as well as the Spanish-language site, Planeta Venus. Her work supports increased news coverage on items of interest to English and Spanish speaking Latinos in Kansas.

Previously, she was a reporter in Wichita as part of Report for America, and also Sarasota, Florida, and wrote for the Metro section of the Boston Globe. She is a second-generation Venezuelan American and a graduate of Emerson College in Boston.

Stefania talked about her current role and how she writes stories with purpose about things that have immediate utility for her audience. She also spoke of writing with compassion, her love of research, and the responsibility she feels in her job.

Examples of her work

- Is Oaklawn Wichita’s forgotten neighborhood?

https://klcjournal.com/oaklawn-wichita-neighborhood/

- Latinos Face a Choice: Uphold Cultural Tradition or Trust Strangers to Care For Your Own

https://klcjournal.com/senior-elderly-caregiving-in-latino-families/

Stefania’s salutes:

- The 19th

- Mississippi Free Press

- AZ Luminaria

- The Marshall Project

- Tiana Woodard, Boston Globe

- Margo Snipe, Capital B

- Arelis Hernández, Washington Post

- Marissa Lang, Washington Post

- Steven Walker, Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://kansasleadershipcenter.org/team/stefania-lugli/" rel="nofollow">Stefania Lugli</a>. Stefania is a Civic Engagement reporter for an educational non-profit, the <a href="https://kansasleadershipcenter.org/" rel="nofollow">Kansas Leadership Center</a>, as well as the Spanish-language site, <a href="https://www.planetavenus.online/" rel="nofollow">Planeta Venus</a>. Her work supports increased news coverage on items of interest to English and Spanish speaking Latinos in Kansas.</p><p>Previously, she was a reporter in Wichita as part of Report for America, and also Sarasota, Florida, and wrote for the Metro section of the Boston Globe. She is a second-generation Venezuelan American and a graduate of Emerson College in Boston.</p><p>Stefania talked about her current role and how she writes stories with purpose about things that have immediate utility for her audience. She also spoke of writing with compassion, her love of research, and the responsibility she feels in her job.</p><p><strong>Examples of her work</strong></p><p>- Is Oaklawn Wichita’s forgotten neighborhood?</p><p><a href="https://klcjournal.com/oaklawn-wichita-neighborhood/" rel="nofollow">https://klcjournal.com/oaklawn-wichita-neighborhood/</a></p><p>- Latinos Face a Choice: Uphold Cultural Tradition or Trust Strangers to Care For Your Own</p><p><a href="https://klcjournal.com/senior-elderly-caregiving-in-latino-families/" rel="nofollow">https://klcjournal.com/senior-elderly-caregiving-in-latino-families/</a></p><p><strong>Stefania’s salutes:</strong></p><p>- <a href="http://19thnews.org/" rel="nofollow">The 19th</a></p><p>- <a href="http://www.mississippifreepress.org/" rel="nofollow">Mississippi Free Press</a></p><p>- <a href="http://azluminaria.org/" rel="nofollow">AZ Luminaria</a></p><p>- <a href="http://www.themarshallproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Marshall Project</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/about/staff-list/staff/tiana-woodard/" rel="nofollow">Tiana Woodard, Boston Globe</a></p><p>- <a href="https://capitalbnews.org/author/margo-snipe/" rel="nofollow">Margo Snipe, Capital B</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/arelis-r-hernandez/" rel="nofollow">Arelis Hernández, Washington Post</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/marissa-lang/" rel="nofollow">Marissa Lang, Washington Post</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.heraldtribune.com/staff/9627735002/steven-walker/" rel="nofollow">Steven Walker, Sarasota Herald-Tribune</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> dfa74eeb-2d14-44b1-b5dd-5b242e0eec01 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d1675195-1b71-4d50-9b70-cfadac8b7ed2 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2230 no full Karli Paulson, Publisher: Clark County Courier Karli Paulson, Publisher: Clark County Courier 142 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Karli Paulson. Karli is publisher and editor of the weekly Clark County Courier in Clark, South Dakota. Karli recently purchased the paper – she had been working for it as the office manager and typesetter. She’s a graduate of Minnesota-State Moorhead. Karli talked about her path from animation major in college to 23-year-old newspaper owner. She explained her vision for the paper and future goals and walked us through what goes into getting her paper out to the people of Clark (approximate population, 3,800). It was refreshing to hear from someone working in a place so reliant on community news coverage. Karli’s salutes: - Glenn Elmore, publisher South Shore Gazette (South Shore, South Dakota) - Garrick and Carrie Moritz, Garretson Gazette (Garretson, South Dakota) Learn more about Karli and the paper here: https://www.sdnewswatch.org/stories/south-dakota-weekly-newspapers-journalism/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Karli Paulson. Karli is publisher and editor of the weekly Clark County Courier in Clark, South Dakota. Karli recently purchased the paper – she had been working for it as the office manager and typesetter. She’s a graduate of Minnesota-State Moorhead.

Karli talked about her path from animation major in college to 23-year-old newspaper owner. She explained her vision for the paper and future goals and walked us through what goes into getting her paper out to the people of Clark (approximate population, 3,800). It was refreshing to hear from someone working in a place so reliant on community news coverage.

Karli’s salutes:

- Glenn Elmore, publisher South Shore Gazette (South Shore, South Dakota)

- Garrick and Carrie Moritz, Garretson Gazette (Garretson, South Dakota)

Learn more about Karli and the paper here:

https://www.sdnewswatch.org/stories/south-dakota-weekly-newspapers-journalism/

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karli-paulson-782bab170" rel="nofollow">Karli Paulson</a>. Karli is publisher and editor of the weekly <a href="http://clarkcountypublishing.com/" rel="nofollow">Clark County Courier</a> in Clark, South Dakota. Karli recently purchased the paper – she had been working for it as the office manager and typesetter. She’s a graduate of Minnesota-State Moorhead.</p><p>Karli talked about her path from animation major in college to 23-year-old newspaper owner. She explained her vision for the paper and future goals and walked us through what goes into getting her paper out to the people of Clark (approximate population, 3,800). It was refreshing to hear from someone working in a place so reliant on community news coverage.</p><p><strong>Karli’s salutes: </strong></p><p>- Glenn Elmore, publisher South Shore Gazette (South Shore, South Dakota)</p><p>- Garrick and Carrie Moritz, <a href="https://www.garretsongazette.com/" rel="nofollow">Garretson Gazette</a> (Garretson, South Dakota)</p><p>Learn more about Karli and the paper here: </p><p><a href="https://www.sdnewswatch.org/stories/south-dakota-weekly-newspapers-journalism/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sdnewswatch.org/stories/south-dakota-weekly-newspapers-journalism/</a></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>. And find us on </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a><span> at </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> b9dce4a6-f807-4973-b1d3-56e53bc3c2d3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9204b2d5-e6ea-464e-88aa-bedec5e97316 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1630 no full Richard Tsong-Taatarii, Photograper- Minneapolis Star-Tribune Richard Tsong-Taatarii, Photograper- Minneapolis Star-Tribune 141 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Richard Tsong-Taatarii. Richard is in his 25th year as a staff photographer for the Minneapolis Star Tribune. He notes on his website that he enjoys covering communities within our larger society that escape the attention of the mainstream media. Richard talked about his photography origin story, the practical and philisophical reason why he calls himself a picture poet and how his being a photographer has shaped his worldview. He also went through his best-of portfolio, telling us the stories behind his most memorable shots, which include the George Floyd murder protests, being in an Arby’s while it was being looted, the life of a Tibetan child on the verge of becoming a Lama and recent projects related to Native American reservations. Richard’s salutes: photographer Eugene Richards; The Pulitzer Center On Crisis Reporting Richard’s portfolio: https://apicturepoet.com/portfolio/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Richard Tsong-Taatarii. Richard is in his 25th year as a staff photographer for the Minneapolis Star Tribune. He notes on his website that he enjoys covering communities within our larger society that escape the attention of the mainstream media.

Richard talked about his photography origin story, the practical and philisophical reason why he calls himself a picture poet and how his being a photographer has shaped his worldview. He also went through his best-of portfolio, telling us the stories behind his most memorable shots, which include the George Floyd murder protests, being in an Arby’s while it was being looted, the life of a Tibetan child on the verge of becoming a Lama and recent projects related to Native American reservations.

Richard’s salutes: photographer Eugene Richards; The Pulitzer Center On Crisis Reporting

 Richard’s portfolio: https://apicturepoet.com/portfolio/

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rtsongphoto/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Richard Tsong-Taatarii</a>. Richard is in his 25th year as a staff photographer for the Minneapolis Star Tribune. He notes on his website that he <span>enjoys covering communities within our larger society that escape the attention of the mainstream media.</span></p><p>Richard talked about his photography origin story, the practical and philisophical reason <a href="http://apicturepoet.com/" rel="nofollow">why he calls himself a picture poet</a> and how his being a photographer has shaped his worldview. He also went through his best-of portfolio, telling us the stories behind his most memorable shots, which include the George Floyd murder protests, being in an Arby’s while it was being looted, the life of a Tibetan child on the verge of becoming a Lama and recent projects related to Native American reservations.</p><p><strong>Richard’s salutes:</strong> photographer <a href="https://eugenerichards.com/" rel="nofollow">Eugene Richards</a>; <a href="https://pulitzercenter.org/" rel="nofollow">The Pulitzer Center On Crisis Reporting</a></p><p><strong> Richard’s portfolio:</strong> <a href="https://apicturepoet.com/portfolio/" rel="nofollow">https://apicturepoet.com/portfolio/</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 44111536-5525-4c7d-a38f-79eb6e3a0fba https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b8422e34-fb94-45ba-b70f-cd209621d2f2 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1690 no full Isadora Varejão, Engagement Producer, Retro Report Isadora Varejão, Engagement Producer, Retro Report 140 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Isadora Varejão, an engagement producer for Retro Report. Retro Report is a non-profit organization that makes documentaries connecting current events to stories from the past. Isadora is Brazilian and got her journalism degree at Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro and a masters degree from Craig Newmark School of Journalism at City University of New York. In the first part of the interview, Isadora explained her journalism path (which included time working in public relations for the Brazilian government) and described the important work she did at Newmark School, creating a bot and a play to educate Latina immigrants about domestic violence. In the second half of the interview Isadora talked both about what Retro Report does and explained what engagement journalism is. She also described her role, specifically that of working with teachers and educators to meet her audiences where they are. Isadora’s salute: Jeff Jarvis, former director and professor in the journalism department at Craig Newmark School Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Isadora Varejão, an engagement producer for Retro Report. Retro Report is a non-profit organization that makes documentaries connecting current events to stories from the past.

Isadora is Brazilian and got her journalism degree at Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro and a masters degree from Craig Newmark School of Journalism at City University of New York.

In the first part of the interview, Isadora explained her journalism path (which included time working in public relations for the Brazilian government) and described the important work she did at Newmark School, creating a bot and a play to educate Latina immigrants about domestic violence.

In the second half of the interview Isadora talked both about what Retro Report does and explained what engagement journalism is. She also described her role, specifically that of working with teachers and educators to meet her audiences where they are.

Isadora’s salute: Jeff Jarvis,Craig Newmark School 

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/brazooklyn" rel="nofollow">Isadora Varejão</a>, an engagement producer for <a href="http://retroreport.org/" rel="nofollow">Retro Report</a>. Retro Report is a non-profit organization that makes documentaries connecting current events to stories from the past.</p><p>Isadora is Brazilian and got her journalism degree at Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro and a masters degree from Craig Newmark School of Journalism at City University of New York.</p><p>In the first part of the interview, Isadora explained her journalism path (which included time working in public relations for the Brazilian government) and described the important work she did at Newmark School, creating a bot and a play to educate Latina immigrants about domestic violence.</p><p>In the second half of the interview Isadora talked both about what Retro Report does and explained what engagement journalism is. She also described her role, specifically that of working with teachers and educators to meet her audiences where they are.</p><p><strong>Isadora’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/jeffjarvis" rel="nofollow">Jeff Jarvis</a>,Craig Newmark School </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalute.</a></p> 870ecdfe-f7fc-4bbd-bc2b-36075e78dd39 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4476e988-af0e-40c9-90fe-0fcbcbf8c1f5 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:05:00 +0000 3141 no full Frank Vaisvilas, Indigenous Affairs Reporter, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Frank Vaisvilas, Indigenous Affairs Reporter, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel 139 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Frank Vaisvilas. Frank covers indigenous affairs for the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. He just joined the Sentinel after three years at the Green Bay Press-Gazette as part of Report for America. Wisconsin is home to 11 Native American tribes, so there’s a lot to cover. Frank, who lists himself as being Mexican/Yaqui/Lithuanian/Irish/American/, is a graduate of Columbia College of Chicago and worked for multiple Chicago-area papers. He talked about the common misconceptions people have about Native American cultures and how his articles serve as an entry point to teaching people. He also recounted some of the most notable things he’s covered and how versatile he needs to be on the beat. Frank’s articles: https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/staff/5312094002/frank-vaisvilas/ Frank’s salute – Report for America Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Frank Vaisvilas. Frank covers indigenous affairs for the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. He just joined the Sentinel after three years at the Green Bay Press-Gazette as part of Report for America. Wisconsin is home to 11 Native American tribes, so there’s a lot to cover.

Frank, who is Mexican/Yaqui/Lithuanian/Irish/American/, is a graduate of Columbia College of Chicago and worked for multiple Chicago-area papers. He talked about the common misconceptions people have about Native American cultures and how his articles serve as an entry point to teaching people. He also recounted some of the most notable things he’s covered and how versatile he needs to be on the beat.

Frank’s articles: https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/staff/5312094002/frank-vaisvilas/

Frank’s salute – Report for America

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Frank Vaisvilas. Frank covers indigenous affairs for the <a href="http://jsonline.com/" rel="nofollow">Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel</a>. He just joined the Sentinel after three years at the Green Bay Press-Gazette as part of <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>. Wisconsin is home to 11 Native American tribes, so there’s a lot to cover.</p><p>Frank, who is Mexican/Yaqui/Lithuanian/Irish/American/, is a graduate of Columbia College of Chicago and worked for multiple Chicago-area papers. He talked about the common misconceptions people have about Native American cultures and how his articles serve as an entry point to teaching people. He also recounted some of the most notable things he’s covered and how versatile he needs to be on the beat.</p><p><strong>Frank’s articles: </strong><a href="https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/staff/5312094002/frank-vaisvilas/" rel="nofollow">https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/staff/5312094002/frank-vaisvilas/</a></p><p><strong>Frank’s salute</strong> – Report for America</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at @journalismsalute.</p> 2ab354fb-8c67-4893-bc5d-52ef8e02d207 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/871d4cc6-cc09-4712-b8c6-178bed3468a7 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1793 no full LOCAL NEWS MATTERS: Maritza L. Félix, Conecta Arizona LOCAL NEWS MATTERS: Maritza L. Félix, Conecta Arizona 1 Mark Simon Hi everyone - We're doing a feed swap this week with a podcast that shares similar sensibilities to ours. Local News Matters features extended conversations covering a wide range of topics. Tim Regan-Porter, CEO of the Colorado Press Association, talks to reporters, editors, publishers, startup founders, sales leaders, philanthropists and more – anyone doing new or exemplary work or proffering thought-provoking insights is fair game. This episode features an interview with Emmy-winning journalist Maritza Félix of Conecta Arizona. Maritza started a WhatsApp group to answer questions for friends and family on both sides of the border between Arizona and Mexico. What she assumed would be a short-lived project for people she knew has grown to encompass daily conversations on WhatsApp, original reporting for the web, newsletters, podcasts, a radio show and more. She talks about the challenges of getting funding for a Spanish-language initiative on non-traditional platforms, learning to be an entrepreneur, and more. To listen to more episodes of Local News Matters, visit their website- https://localnewsmatterspodcast.com/ and follow them on Twitter - https://twitter.com/lnmpod We'll be back with a new episode next week. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. Hi everyone - We're doing a feed swap this week with a podcast that shares similar sensibilities to ours.

Local News Matters features extended conversations covering a wide range of topics. Tim Regan-Porter, CEO of the Colorado Press Association, talks to reporters, editors, publishers, startup founders, sales leaders, philanthropists and more – anyone doing new or exemplary work or proffering thought-provoking insights is fair game.

This episode features an interview with Emmy-winning journalist Maritza Félix of Conecta Arizona.

Maritza started a WhatsApp group to answer questions for friends and family on both sides of the border between Arizona and Mexico. What she assumed would be a short-lived project for people she knew has grown to encompass daily conversations on WhatsApp, original reporting for the web, newsletters, podcasts, a radio show and more.

She talks about the challenges of getting funding for a Spanish-language initiative on non-traditional platforms, learning to be an entrepreneur, and more.

To listen to more episodes of Local News Matters, visit their website- https://localnewsmatterspodcast.com/ and follow them on Twitter - https://twitter.com/lnmpod

We'll be back with a new episode next week.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>Hi everyone - We&#39;re doing a feed swap this week with a podcast that shares similar sensibilities to ours.</p><p><a href="http://localnewsmatterspodcast.com" rel="nofollow">Local News Matters</a><span> features extended conversations covering a wide range of topics. </span><a href="https://twitter.com/timreganporter" rel="nofollow">Tim Regan-Porter</a><span>, CEO of the </span><a href="http://twitter.com/coloradopress" rel="nofollow">Colorado Press Association</a><span>, talks to reporters, editors, publishers, startup founders, sales leaders, philanthropists and more – anyone doing new or exemplary work or proffering thought-provoking insights is fair game.</span></p><p><span>This episode features an interview with Emmy-winning journalist </span><a href="https://twitter.com/MaritzaLFelix" rel="nofollow">Maritza Félix</a> of <a href="http://conectaarizona.com" rel="nofollow">Conecta Arizona</a>.</p><p><span>Maritza started a WhatsApp group to answer questions for friends and family on both sides of the border between Arizona and Mexico. What she assumed would be a short-lived project for people she knew has grown to encompass daily conversations on WhatsApp, original reporting for the web, newsletters, podcasts, a radio show and more. </span></p><p><span>She talks about the challenges of getting funding for a Spanish-language initiative on non-traditional platforms, learning to be an entrepreneur, and more.</span></p><p><span>To listen to more episodes of Local News Matters, visit their website- </span><a href="https://localnewsmatterspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">https://localnewsmatterspodcast.com/</a> and follow them on Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/lnmpod" rel="nofollow">https://twitter.com/lnmpod</a></p><p>We&#39;ll be back with a new episode next week.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at @journalismsalute.</p> 7b46a621-a5b2-4dd6-b64c-cbd22abb89ae https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0d6e0665-5e0a-4b4a-ab69-67682183d074 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000 3951 no full Em Espey, Education Reporter, Moco360 Em Espey, Education Reporter, Moco360 139 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Em Espey. Em is an education reporter for MoCo360 Media, which covers Montgomery County, Maryland, comprehensively online at Moco360.media. Em is transgender and goes by the pronouns they/them. They’ve previously worked as a transcriptionist and court reporter and as an investigator for a group that worked with religious organizations on improving their responses to sexual abuse. Em talked about the primary story they've been focusing on the last several months, a lawsuit over Montgomery County's decision to not allow parents to opt their children out of the LGBTQ+ books in the school curriculum. They explained the story and gave perspective on what it's like to cover as someone who is transgender. Em also talked about their past work amplifying the good stories - and how stories of trans joy need to be covered and shared given that most stories about transgender people deal with their being under attack. Em's articles: https://moco360.media/author/em-espeybethesdamagazine-com/ Em's salutes: Erin Reed & Imara Jones Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute. On this episode, we’re joined by Em Espey. Em is an education reporter for MoCo360 Media, which covers Montgomery County, Maryland, comprehensively online at Moco360.media.

Em is transgender non-binary and uses the pronouns they/them. They’ve previously worked as a transcriptionist and court reporter and as an investigator for a group that worked with religious organizations on improving their responses to sexual abuse.

Em talked about the primary story they've been focusing on the last several months, a lawsuit over Montgomery County's decision to not allow parents to opt their children out of the LGBTQ+ books in the school curriculum. They explained the story and gave perspective on what it's like to cover as someone who is transgender.

Em also talked about their past work amplifying the good stories - and how stories of trans joy need to be covered and shared given that most stories about transgender people deal with their being under attack.

Em's articles: https://moco360.media/author/em-espeybethesdamagazine-com/

Em's salutes: Erin Reed & Imara Jones

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok at @journalismsalute.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/mxespey" rel="nofollow">Em Espey</a>. Em is an education reporter for MoCo360 Media, which covers Montgomery County, Maryland, comprehensively online at <a href="http://moco360.media/" rel="nofollow">Moco360.media</a>.</p><p>Em is transgender non-binary and uses the pronouns they/them. They’ve previously worked as a transcriptionist and court reporter and as an investigator for a group that worked with religious organizations on improving their responses to sexual abuse.</p><p>Em talked about the primary story they&#39;ve been focusing on the last several months, a lawsuit over Montgomery County&#39;s decision to not allow parents to opt their children out of the LGBTQ+ books in the school curriculum. They explained the story and gave perspective on what it&#39;s like to cover as someone who is transgender.</p><p>Em also talked about their past work amplifying the good stories - and how stories of trans joy need to be covered and shared given that most stories about transgender people deal with their being under attack.</p><p><strong>Em&#39;s articles</strong>: <a href="https://moco360.media/author/em-espeybethesdamagazine-com/" rel="nofollow">https://moco360.media/author/em-espeybethesdamagazine-com/</a></p><p><strong>Em&#39;s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://twitter.com/ErinInTheMorn" rel="nofollow">Erin Reed</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/imarajones" rel="nofollow">Imara Jones</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a> at @journalismsalute.</p> a296d53d-f926-486f-ac1e-09e8cbdfaecd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/21448132-5825-479c-8016-ea72d7d4143a Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:35:00 +0000 2029 no full Jen Sorensen, Award-Winning Editorial Cartoonist Jen Sorensen, Award-Winning Editorial Cartoonist 136 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Jen Sorensen. Jen is an award-winning editorial cartoonist whose work can be seen at magazines, newspapers, and websites (including her own). She was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2017 for her coverage of the 2016 presidential race. Jen talked about how she comes up with her cartooning ideas, how alt-weekly newspapers have influenced her work, and the mechanics of how she draws. She also discussed the current state of cartooning, with the recent layoff of 3 Pulitzer-winning cartoonists. You can see Jen's Pulitzer portfolio here: https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/jen-sorensen-freelance-cartoonist Jen's Salutes: The Guardian and ProPublica Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok! On this episode, we’re joined by Jen Sorensen. Jen is an award-winning editorial cartoonist whose work can be seen at magazines, newspapers, and websites (including her own). She was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2017 for her coverage of the 2016 presidential race.

Jen talked about how she comes up with her cartooning ideas, how alt-weekly newspapers have influenced her work, and the mechanics of how she draws. She also discussed the current state of cartooning, with the recent layoff of 3 Pulitzer-winning cartoonists.

You can see Jen's Pulitzer portfolio here:

https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/jen-sorensen-freelance-cartoonist

Jen's Salutes: The Guardian and ProPublica

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok!

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://jensorensen.com" rel="nofollow">Jen Sorensen</a>. Jen is an award-winning editorial cartoonist whose work can be seen at magazines, newspapers, and websites (including her own). She was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2017 for her coverage of the 2016 presidential race.</p><p>Jen talked about how she comes up with her cartooning ideas, how alt-weekly newspapers have influenced her work, and the mechanics of how she draws. She also discussed the current state of cartooning, with the recent layoff of 3 Pulitzer-winning cartoonists.</p><p>You can see Jen&#39;s Pulitzer portfolio here:</p><p><a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/jen-sorensen-freelance-cartoonist" rel="nofollow">https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/jen-sorensen-freelance-cartoonist</a></p><p><strong>Jen&#39;s Salutes:</strong> <a href="http://theguardian.com" rel="nofollow">The Guardian</a> and <a href="http://propublica.org" rel="nofollow">ProPublica</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a>!</p> b75db64d-8858-462c-890e-2477a63c0c1e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b2eaa0d4-69db-4a06-a89e-e4ed06080374 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2045 no full Kadjata Bah, JEA Wisconsin Student Journalist of the Year Kadjata Bah, JEA Wisconsin Student Journalist of the Year 136 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Kadjata Bah. Kadjata is an incoming freshman at Yale University. She was the 2023 Wisconsin JEA Student Journalist of the Year from Madison East High School in Madison, Wisconsin. Kadjata spoke about her journalism origin at Simpson Street Free Press (a journalism program for local students), writing both about stories that were personal and that brought attention to underrecognized people and groups in the community. She also talked about how important representation is to her as a Black Muslim woman and the daughter of African immigrants and whether she feels optimistic about journalism and her future in it. You can see Kadjata’s journalism portfolio here. https://sites.google.com/view/kadjatajoyportfolio/home Kadjata’s salute: Black journalism pioneers Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok! On this episode we’re joined by Kadjata Bah. Kadjata is an incoming freshman at Yale University. She was the 2023 Wisconsin JEA Student Journalist of the Year from Madison East High School in Madison, Wisconsin.

Kadjata spoke about her journalism origin at Simpson Street Free Press (a journalism program for local students), writing both about stories that were personal and that brought attention to underrecognized people and groups in the community.

She also talked about how important representation is to her as a Black Muslim woman and the daughter of African immigrants and whether she feels optimistic about journalism and her future in it.

You can see Kadjata’s journalism portfolio here.

https://sites.google.com/view/kadjatajoyportfolio/home

Kadjata’s salute: Black journalism pioneers

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok!

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by Kadjata Bah. Kadjata is an incoming freshman at Yale University. She was the 2023 Wisconsin JEA Student Journalist of the Year from Madison East High School in Madison, Wisconsin.</p><p>Kadjata spoke about her journalism origin at <a href="https://www.simpsonstreetfreepress.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>Simpson Street Free Press</em></a><em> (</em>a journalism program for local students), writing both about stories that were personal and that brought attention to underrecognized people and groups in the community.</p><p>She also talked about how important representation is to her as a Black Muslim woman and the daughter of African immigrants and whether she feels optimistic about journalism and her future in it.</p><p>You can see Kadjata’s journalism portfolio here.</p><p><a href="https://sites.google.com/view/kadjatajoyportfolio/home" rel="nofollow">https://sites.google.com/view/kadjatajoyportfolio/home</a></p><p><strong>Kadjata’s salute:</strong> Black journalism pioneers</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a>!</p> 8a6ea7e1-6079-4187-b15d-044944f232c6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/64e79151-0b60-43aa-b02d-7a0e79ffe444 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1755 no full Grace Hamilton, JEA Student Journalist of the Year Grace Hamilton, JEA Student Journalist of the Year 135 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Grace Hamilton. Grace is an incoming freshman at Columbia University. She was the 2022-23 Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year after completing her studies at the American School of London. Grace talked about how her passion for journalism developed, the award-winning piece she wrote exploring sexual harassment at her school, a story she wrote about meeting young women at a Syrian refugee camp, how she evolved as an editor-in-chief, and her aspirations for the future. We also heard from Louisa Avery, journalism teacher at the American School of London, who talked about Grace’s development and the importance of the Journalism Education Association. Grace’s salute: The Student Press Law Center (+ her colleagues at The Standard) Link to Grace’s full portfolio https://gracehhamilton.journoportfolio.com/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok! On this episode, we’re joined by Grace Hamilton. Grace is an incoming freshman at Columbia University. She was the 2022-23 Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year after completing her studies at the American School of London.

Grace talked about how her passion for journalism developed, the award-winning piece she wrote exploring sexual harassment at her school, a story she wrote about meeting young women at a Syrian refugee camp, how she evolved as an editor-in-chief, and her aspirations for the future.

We also heard from Louisa Avery, journalism teacher at the American School of London, who talked about Grace’s development, and the importance of the Journalism Education Association.

Grace’s salute: The Student Press Law Center (+ her colleagues at The Standard)

Link to Grace’s full portfolio

https://gracehhamilton.journoportfolio.com/

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's

website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok!

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-hamilton-3ab737248/?originalSubdomain=uk" rel="nofollow">Grace Hamilton</a>. Grace is an incoming freshman at Columbia University. She was the 2022-23 Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year after completing her studies at the <a href="http://asl.org/" rel="nofollow">American School of London</a>.</p><p>Grace talked about how her passion for journalism developed, the award-winning piece she wrote <a href="https://standard.asl.org/18028/features/sexual-harassment-shattering-the-silence/" rel="nofollow">exploring sexual harassment at her school</a>, a story she wrote about <a href="https://standard.asl.org/22106/features/rebuilding-syrian-refugee-girls-pursue-education/" rel="nofollow">meeting young women at a Syrian refugee camp</a>, how she evolved as an editor-in-chief, and her aspirations for the future.</p><p>We also heard from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-avery-6304b4207?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3BlJ1IovzVQdGYBSqVoJe6yw%3D%3D&miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAADSTuYQB-WOJ6-PYWdzMu0t19m50oTd4t40" rel="nofollow">Louisa Avery</a>, journalism teacher at the American School of London, who talked about Grace’s development, and the importance of the <a href="http://jea.org/" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association</a>.</p><p><strong>Grace’s salute:</strong> The <a href="http://splc.org/" rel="nofollow">Student Press Law Center</a> (+ her colleagues at <a href="http://standard.asl.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Standard</em></a><em>)</em></p><p><strong>Link to Grace’s full portfolio</strong></p><p><a href="https://gracehhamilton.journoportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow">https://gracehhamilton.journoportfolio.com/</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s</p><p>website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And find us on <a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a>!</p> 942102b0-0849-4cca-a78f-215ff7ed940a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/00b258ed-f44e-43d4-ac44-0ce3a21f77e1 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2123 no full Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Enterprise & Watchdog Reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Enterprise & Watchdog Reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer 134 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Patricia Gallagher Newberry. She’s an enterprise and watchdog reporter for the Cincinnati Enquirer who began her journalism career as a student at the University of Nebraska in 1979. There’s an interesting career path here – Reporting until 1997 and then, after dealing with repetitive strain injuries, a transition to being a professor at Miami of Ohio, where she worked for 25 years. And then retiring from that and back to reporting. It all comes full circle. Patricia talked about her work in academia, including a series of classes she created and why she felt it so important to return to reporting. She provided examples of stories she’s covering, including that of a Ukranian family that escaped from the war, and a prominent murder trial that had her doing the kind of coverage she never had before. Throughout the conversation, Patricia offered advice, including - Listen to your professors! - Find a specialty - Never burn bridges - Have productive conversations with your editors about coverage Patricia’s salute: Society for Professional Journalists (she’s a past president) Her work can be found at: https://www.cincinnati.com/staff/6972893001/patricia-gallagher-newberry/ Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok! On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Patricia Gallagher Newberry. She’s an enterprise and watchdog reporter for the Cincinnati Enquirer who began her journalism career as a student at the University of Nebraska in 1979.

There’s an interesting career path here – Reporting until 1997 and then, after dealing with repetitive strain injuries, a transition to being a professor at Miami of Ohio, where she worked for 25 years.

And then retiring from that and back to reporting. It all comes full circle.

Patricia talked about her work in academia, including a series of classes she created and why she felt it so important to return to reporting. She provided examples of stories she’s covering, including that of a Ukranian family that escaped from the war, and a prominent murder trial that had her doing the kind of coverage she never had before.

Throughout the conversation, Patricia offered advice, including

- Listen to your professors!

- Find a specialty

- Never burn bridges

- Have productive conversations with your editors about coverage

Patricia’s salute: Society for Professional Journalists (she’s a past president)

Her work can be found at:

https://www.cincinnati.com/staff/6972893001/patricia-gallagher-newberry/

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. And find us on TikTok!

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/pattinewberry" rel="nofollow">Patricia Gallagher Newberry</a>. She’s an enterprise and watchdog reporter for the Cincinnati Enquirer who began her journalism career as a student at the University of Nebraska in 1979. </p><p>There’s an interesting career path here – Reporting until 1997 and then, after dealing with repetitive strain injuries, a transition to being a professor at Miami of Ohio, where she worked for 25 years.</p><p>And then retiring from that and back to reporting. It all comes full circle.</p><p><span>Patricia talked about her work in academia, including a series of classes she created and why she felt it so important to return to reporting. She provided examples of stories she’s covering, including that of a Ukranian family that escaped from the war, and a prominent murder trial that had her doing the kind of coverage she never had before.</span></p><p><span>Throughout the conversation, Patricia offered advice, including</span></p><p><span>- Listen to your professors!</span></p><p><span>- Find a specialty</span></p><p><span>- Never burn bridges</span></p><p><span>- Have productive conversations with your editors about coverage</span></p><p><strong>Patricia’s salute:</strong><span> Society for Professional Journalists (she’s a past president)</span></p><p><span>Her work can be found at: </span></p><p><a href="https://www.cincinnati.com/staff/6972893001/patricia-gallagher-newberry/" rel="nofollow">https://www.cincinnati.com/staff/6972893001/patricia-gallagher-newberry/</a></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website at </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a><span>. And find us on </span><a href="http://tiktok.com/journalismsalute" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a><span>!</span></p> 7acfe3ac-4024-4269-801e-08a5bf91e55c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f78c5cf7-ece0-4831-b170-a9142d4a2b5e Tue, 25 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2319 no full Isiah Holmes, Reporter: Wisconsin Examiner Isiah Holmes, Reporter: Wisconsin Examiner 133 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Isiah Holmes. Isiah has been an award-winning reporter for Wisconsin Examiner since 2019. He’s a multimedia journalist who will be a Type Media fellow for the next year, which allows him to further his investigative reporting pursuits. He’s a lifelong resident of Milwaukee. Isiah talked about his journalism origin story, one that might inspire future reporters who have difficulty paying for college. He has a particular interest in covering several areas, including police misconduct and its ramifications, drug addiction and treatment, and the environment and he provided examples of the work he’s done in each area. That includes a documentary film and several award-winning print pieces. He also shared the story of how he ended up on an FBI watch list for doing his job. Isiah’s advice: Innovate … and be a kind vulture. Isiah’s salutes: Jeremy Scahill, Gary Webb, Kevin Carter, Robert King Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode we’re joined by Isiah Holmes. Isiah has been an award-winning reporter for Wisconsin Examiner since 2019. He’s a multimedia journalist who will be a Type Media fellow for the next year, which allows him to further his investigative reporting pursuits. He’s a lifelong resident of Milwaukee.

Isiah talked about his journalism origin story, one that might inspire future reporters who have difficulty paying for college.

He has a particular interest in covering several areas, including police misconduct and its ramifications, drug addiction and treatment, and the environment and he provided examples of the work he’s done in each area. That includes a documentary film and several award-winning print pieces.

He also shared the story of how he ended up on an FBI watch list for doing his job.

Isiah’s advice: Innovate … and be a kind vulture.

Isiah’s salutes: Jeremy Scahill, Gary Webb, Kevin Carter, Robert King

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://wisconsinexaminer.com/author/isiah-holmes/" rel="nofollow">Isiah Holmes</a>. Isiah has been an award-winning reporter for <a href="http://wisconsinexaminer.com/" rel="nofollow">Wisconsin Examiner</a> since 2019. He’s a multimedia journalist who will be a <a href="https://typemediacenter.org/" rel="nofollow">Type Media</a> fellow for the next year, which allows him to further his investigative reporting pursuits. He’s a lifelong resident of Milwaukee.</p><p>Isiah talked about his journalism origin story, one that might inspire future reporters who have difficulty paying for college. </p><p>He has a particular interest in covering several areas, including <a href="https://www.thetrace.org/2022/09/kenosha-rittenhouse-militia-gun-rights/" rel="nofollow">police misconduct and its ramifications</a>, <a href="https://wisconsinexaminer.com/2023/05/30/perspectives-on-addiction-and-recovery-in-a-city-plagued-with-overdose-deaths/" rel="nofollow">drug addiction and treatment</a>, and <a href="https://www.wuwm.com/2022-01-17/the-sierra-club-great-waters-group-awards-its-environmental-hero-of-the-year-award-to-milwaukee-journalist" rel="nofollow">the environment</a> and he provided examples of the work he’s done in each area. That includes a documentary film and several award-winning print pieces.</p><p>He also shared the story of <a href="https://progressive.org/latest/journalist-fbi-watch-list-holmes-210707/" rel="nofollow">how he ended up on an FBI watch list</a> for doing his job.</p><p>Isiah’s advice: Innovate … and be a kind vulture.</p><p>Isiah’s salutes: <a href="https://twitter.com/jeremyscahill" rel="nofollow">Jeremy Scahill</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Webb" rel="nofollow">Gary Webb</a>, <a href="https://www.famousphotographers.net/kevin-carter" rel="nofollow">Kevin Carter</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_King_(photojournalist)" rel="nofollow">Robert King</a></p><p><span>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at </span><a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a><span>, visit our website at </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span> and Mark&#39;s website (</span><a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a><span>) or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 57f63ee9-ec1d-4072-88db-0f8ca68c538a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/cc35ca4c-f088-45e5-87cc-80c8ea89450a Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2532 no full Sonner Kehrt, Investigative Reporter: The War Horse Sonner Kehrt, Investigative Reporter: The War Horse 132 1 Mark Simon Sonner Kehrt is an investigative reporter for The War Horse, a non-profit newsroom covering the military and veterans. She’s based in California and has been a journalist since 2015 and a lecturer at Berkeley since 2018 Prior to that she served in the United States Coast Guard for 5 years. So she has a military experience perspective in the work she does. Sonner talked about her path to journalism, the challenges and benefits of going to the Coast Guard Academy and how her military time prepared her for journalism. She walked us through the different stories she’s done, including ones on being an LGBTQ military member (or parent of an LGBTQ child) in a state where anti-LGBTQ legislation has passed, on the damage done by military burn pits post 2001, some first-person experience stories about her time at the Academy, and a lighter pre-War Horse piece on watching Isle of Dogs with dogs. Sonner’s advice: Turn every page when reviewing documents Sonner’s salute: Berkeleyside Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod Note that this episode was recorded and produced before the June 30 news broke about the Coast Guard's failure to pursue criminal investigations of a large number of sexual assaults of former students at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. You can read about that here.

Sonner Kehrt is an investigative reporter for The War Horse, a non-profit newsroom covering the military and veterans. She’s based in California and has been a journalist since 2015 and a lecturer at Berkeley since 2018.

Prior to that she served in the United States Coast Guard for 5 years. So she has a military-experience perspective in the work she does.

Sonner talked about her path to journalism, the experience of going to the Coast Guard Academy, and how her military time prepared her for journalism.

She walked us through the different stories she’s done, including ones on being an LGBTQ military member (or parent of an LGBTQ child) in a state where anti-LGBTQ legislation has passed, on the damage done by military burn pits post 2001, some first-person experience stories about her time at the Academy, and a lighter pre-War Horse piece on watching Isle of Dogs with dogs.

Sonner’s advice: Turn every page when reviewing documents

Sonner’s salute: Berkeleyside

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p><em>Note that this episode was recorded and produced before the June 30 news broke about the Coast Guard&#39;s failure to pursue criminal investigations of a large number of sexual assaults of former students at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. </em><a href="https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/30/politics/coast-guard-academy-secret-sexual-assault-investigation-invs/index.html" rel="nofollow"><em>You can read about that here</em></a>.</p><p><a href="http://www.etskehrt.com/about-1" rel="nofollow">Sonner Kehrt</a> is an investigative reporter for <a href="https://thewarhorse.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>The War Horse</em></a>, a non-profit newsroom covering the military and veterans. She’s based in California and has been a journalist since 2015 and a lecturer at Berkeley since 2018.</p><p>Prior to that she served in the United States Coast Guard for 5 years. So she has a military-experience perspective in the work she does.</p><p>Sonner talked about her path to journalism, the experience of going to the Coast Guard Academy, and how her military time prepared her for journalism.</p><p>She walked us through the different stories she’s done, including ones on <a href="https://thewarhorse.org/lgbtq-military-troops-families-face-growing-discrimination-with-new-laws/" rel="nofollow">being an LGBTQ military member</a> (or parent of an LGBTQ child) in a state where anti-LGBTQ legislation has passed, on <a href="https://thewarhorse.org/military-poisoned-by-pfas-chemicals-no-cleanup-plan-yet/" rel="nofollow">the damage done by military burn pits</a> post 2001, some <a href="https://iowareview.org/from-the-issue/volume-49-issue-1-%E2%80%94-spring-2019/uniform" rel="nofollow">first-person experience stories</a> about her time at the Academy, and a lighter pre-War Horse piece on <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/20/movies/isle-of-dogs.html?WT.nav=top-news&action=click&clickSource=story-heading&hp=&module=second-column-region&pgtype=Homepage&region=top-news" rel="nofollow">watching Isle of Dogs with dogs</a>.</p><p><strong>Sonner’s advice:</strong> Turn every page when reviewing documents</p><p><strong>Sonner’s salute</strong>: <a href="https://www.berkeleyside.org/" rel="nofollow">Berkeleyside</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> 90dbdfe2-1eab-4e63-9085-eda7e0de706d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1ea32380-114e-454f-8a8f-3505073eb835 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2158 no full Lyndsay C. Green, Pulitzer Finalist Dining & Restaurant Critic, Detroit Free Press Lyndsay C. Green, Pulitzer Finalist Dining & Restaurant Critic, Detroit Free Press 131 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Lyndsay C. Green. Lyndsay is a dining and restaurant critic for the Detroit Free Press. This past year she was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for criticism for a body of work described thusly by her employer. Eye-opening, thought-provoking and mouthwatering, Lyndsay’s work brings fresh perspective and uncommon courage to readers hungry for brave dining criticism. She taps into Detroit’s culturally expansive and unpretentious spirit as she reviews area eateries. Lyndsay talked about her path from beauty writer to food critic, how she spoke a personal passion project into existence, a column she wrote about how Black women can go unseen in fine dining, the process by which she does restaurant reviews and other extensive coverage of her beat, and how both eating food and growing food inspire her. Read Lyndsay’s work here: https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/lyndsay-c-green-detroit-free-press Lyndsay’s advice: You can create whatever you want to create. Lyndsay’s salute: Food, culture, media, politics writer Alicia Kennedy Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod On this episode we’re joined by Lyndsay C. Green.

Lyndsay is a dining and restaurant critic for the Detroit Free Press. This past year she was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for criticism for a body of work described thusly by her employer.

Eye-opening, thought-provoking and mouthwatering, Lyndsay’s work brings fresh perspective and uncommon courage to readers hungry for brave dining criticism. She taps into Detroit’s culturally expansive and unpretentious spirit as she reviews area eateries.

Lyndsay talked about her path from beauty writer to food critic, how she spoke a personal passion project into existence, a column she wrote about how Black women can go unseen in fine dining, the process by which she does restaurant reviews and other extensive coverage of her beat, and how both eating food and growing food inspire her.

Read Lyndsay’s work here:

https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/lyndsay-c-green-detroit-free-press

Lyndsay’s advice: You can create whatever you want to create.

Lyndsay’s salute: Food, culture, media, politics writer Alicia Kennedy

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://lyndsaycgreen.com/" rel="nofollow">Lyndsay C. Green</a>. </p><p>Lyndsay is a dining and restaurant critic for the <a href="https://www.freep.com/staff/6300025001/lyndsay-c-green/" rel="nofollow">Detroit Free Press</a>. This past year she was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for criticism for a body of work described thusly by her employer.</p><p><em>Eye-opening, thought-provoking and mouthwatering, Lyndsay’s work brings fresh perspective and uncommon courage to readers hungry for brave dining criticism. She taps into Detroit’s culturally expansive and unpretentious spirit as she reviews area eateries.</em></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/ladyluff" rel="nofollow">Lyndsay</a> talked about her path from beauty writer to food critic, how she spoke a personal passion project into existence, a column she wrote about how Black women can go unseen in fine dining, the process by which she does restaurant reviews and other extensive coverage of her beat, and how both eating food and growing food inspire her.</p><p><strong>Read Lyndsay’s work here: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/lyndsay-c-green-detroit-free-press" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.pulitzer.org/finalists/lyndsay-c-green-detroit-free-press</strong></a></p><p><strong>Lyndsay’s advice: </strong>You can create whatever you want to create.</p><p><strong>Lyndsay’s salute: </strong>Food, culture, media, politics writer <a href="https://www.aliciakennedy.news/" rel="nofollow">Alicia Kennedy</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> bce574b0-b9fb-46a3-8223-8638a7a0b60e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7ded3408-d56d-4883-a7bb-2299d3750f7d Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2297 no full John Casey, Senior Editor - The Advocate John Casey, Senior Editor - The Advocate 130 1 Mark Simon A caution: This episode includes brief discussion of sexual abuse in the Catholic church and of suicidal thoughts. On this episode, we're joined by John Casey. John is a senior editor and columnist at The Advocate, the world’s oldest and largest LGBTQ news outlet. John is in his late 50s. He’s spent much of his career in public relations, first on Capital Hill, then for big companies like Toys R Us and Nielsen. He’s in his first year as senior editor after previously writing for The Advocate since 2019. He often speaks to the most prominent politicians and celebrities in the United States about LGBTQ issues. John talked about what he's learned in his different PR jobs, explained his transition to journalism and walked us through some of the different stories he's written and positions he's taken. John's salute: All other publications specifically covering LGBTQ issues Link to John's columns Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod A caution: This episode includes brief discussion of sexual abuse in the Catholic church and of suicidal thoughts.

On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we're joined by John Casey. John is a senior editor and columnist at The Advocate, the world’s oldest and largest LGBTQ news outlet. John is in his late 50s. He’s spent much of his career in public relations, first on Capital Hill, then for big companies like Toys R Us and Nielsen.

He’s in his first year as senior editor after previously writing for The Advocate since 2019. He often speaks to the most prominent politicians and celebrities in the United States about LGBTQ issues.

John talked about what he's learned in his different PR jobs, explained his transition to journalism and walked us through some of the different stories he's written and positions he's taken.

John's salute: All other publications specifically covering LGBTQ issues

Link to John's columns

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p><em>A caution: This episode includes brief discussion of sexual abuse in the Catholic church and of suicidal thoughts.</em></p><p>On this episode of <em>The Journalism Salute</em>, we&#39;re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/johntcaseyjr" rel="nofollow">John Casey</a>. John is a senior editor and columnist at <a href="https://www.advocate.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Advocate</em></a>, the world’s oldest and largest LGBTQ news outlet. John is in his late 50s. He’s spent much of his career in public relations, first on Capital Hill, then for big companies like Toys R Us and Nielsen.</p><p>He’s in his first year as senior editor after previously writing for <em>The Advocate</em> since 2019. He often speaks to the most prominent politicians and celebrities in the United States about LGBTQ issues.</p><p>John talked about what he&#39;s learned in his different PR jobs, explained his transition to journalism and walked us through some of the different stories he&#39;s written and positions he&#39;s taken.</p><p><strong>John&#39;s salute:</strong> All other publications specifically covering LGBTQ issues</p><p><a href="https://www.advocate.com/authors/john-casey" rel="nofollow">Link to John&#39;s columns</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> a3b6b1b6-48a0-48fe-ac0d-29d09cac482f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/754f0760-f045-4f84-b3df-c2efb3b68ea7 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2054 no full Amber Payne, Publisher & General Manager - The Emancipator Amber Payne, Publisher & General Manager - The Emancipator 129 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Amber Payne. Amber is the publisher and general manager of The Emancipator. This struck us as an important episode to release on Juneteenth. The Emancipator is the Reimagining of the first abolitionist newspaper for a new day. Explaining and exploring solutions to racial inequality. It began as a partnership between Boston University and the Boston Globe. It is now housed at BU’s center for Anti-Racist Research, which is run by Dr. Ibram Kendi. Amber is also a documentary filmmaker, who has held prominent positions at NBC News, Teen Vogue and Black Entertainment Television. She’s a 2004 grad of the University of Virginia. Amber talked about learning how to speak up, to stand up for stories, and to build and lead in her previous jobs. She explained how The Emancipator comes up with its print, video, social, and event ideas. These included - A series of pieces on the anniversary of the death of Vincent Chin - Stories explaining what redlining is - Articles related to a documentary about how the recall of a judge led to harsher and more disproportionate sentences for Black convicted criminals. - A community gathering to discuss issues Black women face regarding breastfeeding. Amber’s advice: Rewrite your job description annually to what you want it to be Amber’s salute: Madeleine Bair, El Timpano Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Amber Payne. Amber is the publisher and general manager of The Emancipator.

This struck us as an important episode to release on Juneteenth.

The Emancipator is the Reimagining of the first abolitionist newspaper for a new day. Explaining and exploring solutions to racial inequality. It began as a partnership between Boston University and the Boston Globe. It is now housed at BU’s center for Anti-Racist Research, which is run by Dr. Ibram Kendi.

 Amber is also a documentary filmmaker, who has held prominent positions at NBC News, Teen Vogue, and Black Entertainment Television. She’s a 2004 grad of the University of Virginia.

Amber talked about learning how to speak up, to stand up for stories, and to build and lead in her previous jobs. She explained how The Emancipator comes up with its print, video, social, and event ideas.

These included

- A series of pieces on the anniversary of the death of Vincent Chin

- Stories explaining what redlining is

- Articles related to a documentary about how the recall of a judge led to harsher and more disproportionate sentences for Black convicted criminals.

- A community gathering to discuss issues Black women face regarding breastfeeding.

Amber’s advice: Rewrite your job description annually to what you want it to be

Amber’s salute: Madeleine Bair, El Timpano

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/amberwaves?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Amber Payne</a>. Amber is the publisher and general manager of <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/opinion/the-emancipator/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Emancipator</em></a>.</p><p>This struck us as an important episode to release on Juneteenth.</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/the_emancipator?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">The Emancipator</a> is the Reimagining of the first abolitionist newspaper for a new day. Explaining and exploring solutions to racial inequality. It began as a partnership between Boston University and the Boston Globe. It is now housed at BU’s center for Anti-Racist Research, which is run by <a href="https://www.ibramxkendi.com/" rel="nofollow">Dr. Ibram Kendi</a>.</p><p> Amber is also a documentary filmmaker, who has held prominent positions at NBC News, <em>Teen Vogue,</em> and Black Entertainment Television. She’s a 2004 grad of the University of Virginia.</p><p>Amber talked about learning how to speak up, to stand up for stories, and to build and lead in her previous jobs. She explained how <em>The Emancipator </em>comes up with its print, video, social, and event ideas.</p><p>These included</p><p>- A series of pieces on the anniversary of <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/06/21/opinion/justus-vincent-remembering-vincent-unsilenced/" rel="nofollow">the death of Vincent Chin</a></p><p>- Stories explaining what redlining is</p><p>- Articles related to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9PnKawlX-o" rel="nofollow">a documentary</a> about how the recall of a judge led to harsher and more disproportionate sentences for Black convicted criminals.</p><p>- A community gathering to discuss issues Black women face regarding breastfeeding.</p><p><strong>Amber’s advice: </strong>Rewrite your job description annually to what you want it to be</p><p><strong>Amber’s salute: </strong><a href="https://www.eltimpano.org/our-team/" rel="nofollow">Madeleine Bair, <em>El Timpano</em></a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> d0c993aa-1cf9-42c3-8217-11f32a51d2ad https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/dfb7029c-8a8b-4162-94a7-3c4a6481e6fc Mon, 19 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2473 no full C.J. Janovy, KCUR & "No Place Like Home" (book/documentary) C.J. Janovy, KCUR & "No Place Like Home" (book/documentary) 126 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by C.J. Janovy. C.J. is the director of content for KCUR, the NPR affiliate in Kansas City, Missouri. She has previously worked as editor of The Pitch, Kansas City’s alt-weekly, and as an editor at Kansas Reflector, a non-profit covering state government in Kansas. She’s also the author of the book No Place Like Home, Lessons in Activism from LGBT Kansas. There’s a documentary that serves as a sequel to the book, directed by Kevin Wilmott, who directed Black KkKlansman. C.J. talked both about her long career as a journalist, both as a writer profiling people like Melissa Ethridge and her current work. She explained her role at KCUR and how she shapes the station’s and the website’s diverse content. She also talked about her book – about the people she got to meet as she traveled across Kansas and their ongoing battle for equal rights in a conservative state that is rich in great stories of LGBTQ activism. To learn more about her book, watch the talk she gave to the Kansas Historical Society. C.J.’s salutes: Nikole Hannah-Jones of The 1619 Project and Randy Shilts, who covered LGBTQ issues for the San Francisco Chronicle Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by C.J. Janovy. C.J. is the director of content for KCUR, the NPR affiliate in Kansas City, Missouri.

She has previously worked as editor of The Pitch, Kansas City’s alt-weekly, and as an editor at Kansas Reflector, a non-profit covering state government in Kansas.

She’s also the author of the book No Place Like Home, Lessons in Activism from LGBT Kansas. There’s a documentary that serves as a sequel to the book, directed by Kevin Wilmott, who co-wrote Black KkKlansman.

C.J. talked both about her long career as a journalist, both as a writer profiling people like Melissa Ethridge and her current work. She explained her role at KCUR and how she shapes the station’s and the website’s diverse content.

She also talked about her book – about the people she got to meet as she traveled across Kansas and their ongoing battle for equal rights in a conservative state that is rich in great stories of LGBTQ activism.

To learn more about her book, watch the talk she gave to the Kansas Historical Society.

C.J.’s salutes: Nikole Hannah-Jones of The 1619 Project and Randy Shilts, who covered LGBTQ issues for the San Francisco Chronicle

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode of <em>The Journalism Salute</em>, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://cjjanovy.com/" rel="nofollow">C.J. Janovy</a>. C.J. is the director of content for <a href="http://kcur.org/" rel="nofollow">KCUR</a>, the NPR affiliate in Kansas City, Missouri.</p><p>She has previously worked as editor of <em>The Pitch</em>, Kansas City’s alt-weekly, and as an editor at Kansas Reflector, a non-profit covering state government in Kansas.</p><p>She’s also the author of the book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/No-Place-Like-Home-Activism/dp/0700625283" rel="nofollow"><em>No Place Like Home, Lessons in Activism from LGBT Kansas</em></a><em>.</em> There’s <a href="https://www.noplacelikehomedoc.com/" rel="nofollow">a documentary</a> that serves as a sequel to the book, directed by Kevin Wilmott, who co-wrote Black KkKlansman.</p><p>C.J. talked both about her long career as a journalist, both as a writer profiling people like Melissa Ethridge and her current work. She explained her role at KCUR and how she shapes the station’s and the website’s diverse content.</p><p>She also talked about her book – about the people she got to meet as she traveled across Kansas and their ongoing battle for equal rights in a conservative state that is rich in great stories of LGBTQ activism.</p><p>To learn more about her book, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLQ_I4sY1qo" rel="nofollow">watch the talk she gave to the Kansas Historical Society</a>.</p><p><strong>C.J.’s salutes: </strong><a href="https://nikolehannahjones.com/" rel="nofollow">Nikole Hannah-Jones</a> of <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/1619-america-slavery.html" rel="nofollow">The 1619 Project</a> and <a href="https://www.aidsmemorial.org/post/randy-shilts" rel="nofollow">Randy Shilts</a>, who covered LGBTQ issues for the <em>San Francisco Chronicle</em></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> 2fbc722f-5ed8-419c-b80a-a3d9f0a0d238 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5f9782b6-07a7-4a73-8097-2d81cb2dca10 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2049 no full Melissa Sanchez, Pro Publica Melissa Sanchez, Pro Publica Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Melissa Sanchez. Melissa is a bilingual reporter for Pro Publica, which does investigative journalism in the public interest. Melissa is based in Chicago and covers labor and immigration. She just won a Studs Terkel award for her work (that’s a very important award to Chicago journalists). Her stories are deep investigative pieces that are read by people who can enact change. We talk to her about one in particular, the death of a young boy at a Wisconsin dairy farm. Melissa explained what went into the reporting for her and her co-author, Maryam Jameel. Melissa talked about her journalism explained what goes into reporting about broken systems, and offered advice for aspiring journalists throughout the interview. Melissa’s salute: Aura Bogado, Reveal Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Melissa Sanchez.

Melissa is a bilingual reporter for Pro Publica, which does investigative journalism in the public interest.

Melissa is based in Chicago and covers labor and immigration. She just won a Studs Terkel award for her work (that’s a very important award to Chicago journalists). Her stories are deep investigative pieces that are read by people who can enact change.

We talk to her about one in particular, the death of a young boy at a Wisconsin dairy farm. Melissa explained what went into the reporting for her and her co-author, Maryam Jameel. Melissa talked about her journalism explained what goes into reporting about broken systems, and offered advice for aspiring journalists throughout the interview.

Melissa’s salute: Aura Bogado, Reveal

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of <em>The Journalism Salute</em>, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.propublica.org/people/melissa-sanchez" rel="nofollow">Melissa Sanchez</a>.</p><p>Melissa is a bilingual reporter for <a href="http://propublica.org/" rel="nofollow">Pro Publica</a>, which does investigative journalism in the public interest.</p><p>Melissa is based in Chicago and covers labor and immigration. She just won a Studs Terkel award for her work (that’s a very important award to Chicago journalists). Her stories are deep investigative pieces that are read by people who can enact change.</p><p>We talk to her about <a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/wisconsin-dairy-farm-jefferson-rodriguez" rel="nofollow">one in particular</a>, the death of a young boy at a Wisconsin dairy farm. Melissa explained what went into the reporting for her and her co-author, <a href="https://twitter.com/mrym_jml?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Maryam Jameel</a>. Melissa talked about her journalism explained what goes into reporting about broken systems, and offered advice for aspiring journalists throughout the interview.</p><p><strong>Melissa’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/aurabogado?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Aura Bogado</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/reveal" rel="nofollow">Reveal</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> fdea0d50-cd7c-44e9-8e36-943a2fbf9430 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/aa7907f0-55d7-4b78-9760-13f2b9f46ec7 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2230 no full Justine Harman, "Killed" Podcast Justine Harman, "Killed" Podcast 125 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Justine Harman. Justine is a journalist and podcaster and current host of the podcast Killed. Killed is a podcast about journalism that gets … killed … for a variety of reasons. Season 2 from Audiochuck is currently ongoing. It’s ranked among the most downloaded podcasts in Seasons 1 and 2. We talked about Justine’s former career as a magazine writer and editor (she still does freelance work) at Elle and Glamour, and how she works to make celebrity features (like one she did on Jessica Chastain) be more than just a typical story. We then discussed the origin story for Killed, along with one example of the kinds of pieces the podcast touches on – a story that has had trouble getting published about a player for the Pittsburgh Steelers who believes he was cut because he had a white girlfriend. Justine also provided advice for those interested in working for fashion magazines and also for those interested in writing for podcasts. Justine’s salute: New York Magazine. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Justine Harman. Justine is a journalist and podcaster and current host of the podcast Killed. Killed is a podcast about journalism that gets … killed … for a variety of reasons. Season 2 from Audiochuck is currently ongoing. It’s ranked among the most downloaded podcasts in Seasons 1 and 2.

We talked about Justine’s former career as a magazine writer and editor (she still does freelance work) at Elle and Glamour, and how she works to make celebrity features (like one she did on Jessica Chastain) be more than just a typical story.

We then discussed the origin story for Killed, along with one example of the kinds of pieces the podcast touches on – a story that has had trouble getting published about a player for the Pittsburgh Steelers who believes he was cut because he had a white girlfriend.

Justine also provided advice for those interested in working for fashion magazines and also for those interested in writing for podcasts.

Justine’s salute: New York Magazine.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of <em>The Journalism Salute</em>, Mark Simon is joined by Justine Harman. Justine is a journalist and podcaster and current host of the podcast <a href="https://killedstories.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>Killed</em></a>. Killed is a podcast about journalism that gets … killed … for a variety of reasons. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/killed/id1640747488" rel="nofollow">Season 2 from Audiochuck</a> is currently ongoing. It’s ranked among the most downloaded podcasts in Seasons 1 and 2.</p><p>We talked about Justine’s former career as a magazine writer and editor (she still does freelance work) at <em>Elle</em> and <em>Glamour</em>, and how she works to make celebrity features (like one she did on <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/jessica-chastain-interview-holiday-issue/" rel="nofollow">Jessica Chastain</a>) be more than just a typical story.</p><p>We then discussed the origin story for Killed, along with one example of the kinds of pieces the podcast touches on – a story that has had trouble getting published about a player for the Pittsburgh Steelers who believes he was cut because he had a white girlfriend.</p><p>Justine also provided advice for those interested in working for fashion magazines and also for those interested in writing for podcasts.</p><p><strong>Justine’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://nymag.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>New York Magazine</em></a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 951692a5-902b-49ad-ab57-d72bbcce22dd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/76f5b937-d07c-4112-8e5e-5d5ef57e0cfb Tue, 30 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2168 no full Richard Ruelas, The Arizona Republic Richard Ruelas, The Arizona Republic 124 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Richard Ruelas. Richard has been a reporter and metro columnist at the Arizona Republic for 30 years. He has moderated debates, written a book, and also reported and anchored a podcast series about a murdered Arizona journalist, Don Bolles. And he’s an adjunct professor at Arizona State. Richard talked about all aspects of his career, including his reporting on Turning Point USA, his moderating a contentious debate for Arizona Secretary of State, his podcast work and the time he had a gun pointed at him by an Arizona politician. Throughout, he provided advice to future journalists, most notably, decide early if this is the career for you. Richard’s salute: Tony Ortega, The Underground Bunker (scientology reporting) Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Richard Ruelas. Richard has been a reporter and metro columnist at the Arizona Republic for 30 years. He has moderated debates, written a book, and also reported and anchored a podcast series about a murdered Arizona journalist, Don Bolles. And he’s an adjunct professor at Arizona State.

Richard talked about all aspects of his career, including his reporting on Turning Point USA, his moderating a contentious debate for Arizona Secretary of State, his podcast work and the time he had a gun pointed at him by an Arizona politician. Throughout, he provided advice to future journalists, most notably, decide early if this is the career for you.

Richard’s salute: Tony Ortega, The Underground Bunker (scientology reporting)

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="https://d.docs.live.net/a43078447ef4973e/Desktop/Journalism%20Salute/Episode%20scripts/twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/ruelaswrites" rel="nofollow">Richard Ruelas</a>. Richard has been a reporter and metro columnist at the Arizona Republic for 30 years. He has moderated debates, written a book, and also reported and anchored <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/in-depth/news/arizona-republic/2019/11/01/rediscovering-don-bolles-murdered-journalist-podcast/3775957002/" rel="nofollow">a podcast series about a murdered Arizona journalist, Don Bolles</a>. And he’s an adjunct professor at Arizona State.</p><p>Richard talked about all aspects of his career, including his reporting on Turning Point USA, his moderating a contentious debate for Arizona Secretary of State, his podcast work and the time he had a gun pointed at him by an Arizona politician. Throughout, he provided advice to future journalists, most notably, decide early if this is the career for you.</p><p><strong>Richard’s salute:</strong> Tony Ortega, <a href="https://tonyortega.org/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Bunker (scientology reporting)</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> d3bb989f-f06a-4104-a9ac-518a4992580e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/fa5d741d-d793-4eca-aa73-5ea8e3ea00bf Tue, 23 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2420 no full Peter Rice, Downtown Albuquerque News Peter Rice, Downtown Albuquerque News 123 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Peter Rice. Peter is the editor of Downtown Albuquerque News in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He’s been a reporter for both print outlets and local NPR stations and has written multiple books. Downtown Albuquerque News is what it says it is – a digital news outlet serving downtown Albuquerque and surrounding neighborhoods. Hyperlocal news. Peter talked about his and the newsletter’s origin story, gave a couple of examples of the type of coverage his news outlet does, and offered advice throughout to those interested in doing something similar in their community. DAN Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/downtownalbuquerquenews/ Peter’s Salute: New Mexico Foundation for Open Government Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Peter Rice. Peter is the editor of Downtown Albuquerque News in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He’s been a reporter for both print outlets and local NPR stations and has written multiple books. Downtown Albuquerque News is what it says it is – a digital news outlet serving downtown Albuquerque and surrounding neighborhoods. Hyperlocal news.

Peter talked about his and the newsletter’s origin story, gave a couple of examples of the type of coverage his news outlet does, and offered advice throughout to those interested in doing something similar in their community.

DAN Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/downtownalbuquerquenews/

Peter’s Salute: New Mexico Foundation for Open Government

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Peter Rice. Peter is the editor of <a href="https://downtownalbuquerquenews.com/" rel="nofollow">Downtown Albuquerque News</a> in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He’s been a reporter for both print outlets and local NPR stations and has written multiple books. Downtown Albuquerque News is what it says it is – a digital news outlet serving downtown Albuquerque and surrounding neighborhoods. Hyperlocal news.</p><p>Peter talked about his and the newsletter’s origin story, gave a couple of examples of the type of coverage his news outlet does, and offered advice throughout to those interested in doing something similar in their community.</p><p>DAN Facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/downtownalbuquerquenews/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/downtownalbuquerquenews/</a></p><p>Peter’s Salute: <a href="https://twitter.com/nmfog" rel="nofollow">New Mexico Foundation for Open Government</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 42f5e33b-9a4e-43dc-9bd3-b7dea2c02c17 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/805a1f83-c1fc-4314-a5ca-9dbdfa57029c Tue, 16 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2224 no full Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief, The Pitt News Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief, The Pitt News 122 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Johnson. Rebecca is a graduating senior from the University of Pittsburgh who plans a career in journalism. She’s just finishing her tenure as editor in chief of The Pitt News, overseeing a staff of 18 editors and 150 contributors. She’s also done multiple internships, including one covering education for the Austin American-Statesman. Rebecca talked about her journalism origin story (she just wrote about it too), discussed what went into daily coverage and the challenging stories that the newspaper has covered this year. She also talked about the work she did covering education in Texas in the wake of the Uvalde massacre. Rebecca is headed to the Chicago Tribune on a reporting internship after graduating. Rebecca’s salute: The State News, Michigan State’s school newspaper. Thanks to Pitt professor Harry Kloman for the interview recommendation. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Rebecca Johnson. Rebecca is a graduating senior from the University of Pittsburgh who plans a career in journalism. She’s just finishing her tenure as editor in chief of The Pitt News, overseeing a staff of 18 editors and 150 contributors. She’s also done multiple internships, including one covering education for the Austin American-Statesman.

Rebecca talked about her journalism origin story (she just wrote about it too), discussed what went into daily coverage and the challenging stories that the newspaper has covered this year.

She also talked about the work she did covering education in Texas in the wake of the Uvalde massacre. Rebecca is headed to the Chicago Tribune on a reporting internship after graduating.

Rebecca’s salute: The State News, Michigan State’s school newspaper.

Thanks to Pitt professor Harry Kloman for the interview recommendation.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/rebeccapaigejo?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Rebecca Johnson</a>. Rebecca is a graduating senior from the University of Pittsburgh who plans a career in journalism. She’s just finishing her tenure as editor in chief of <a href="https://pittnews.com/" rel="nofollow">The Pitt News</a>, overseeing a staff of 18 editors and 150 contributors. She’s also done multiple internships, including one covering education for the <em>Austin American-Statesman.</em></p><p>Rebecca talked about her journalism origin story (<a href="https://pittnews.com/article/181021/opinions/column-rory-gilmore-helped-me-discover-journalism-at-pitt/" rel="nofollow">she just wrote about it too</a>), discussed what went into daily coverage and the challenging stories that the newspaper has covered this year.</p><p>She also talked about the work she did covering education in Texas in the wake of the Uvalde massacre. Rebecca is headed to the <em>Chicago Tribune</em> on a reporting internship after graduating.</p><p><strong>Rebecca’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://statenews.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The State News</em></a>, Michigan State’s school newspaper.</p><p>Thanks to Pitt professor Harry Kloman for the interview recommendation.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 95b81a27-f111-4c04-8bf8-fa016ae497d7 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f6bb5861-88e4-4b52-94fd-5b2717d5fbcd Tue, 09 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1836 no full Sydney Ross, A&T Register Managing Editor Sydney Ross, A&T Register Managing Editor 122 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Sydney Ross. Sydney is a graduating student at North Carolina A&T majoring in multimedia journalism. She’s the managing editor of The A&T Register, the school’s newspaper and the founder of the non-profit, Change the Type. Sydney is headed to North Carolina’s journalism school graduate program but took time to reminisce about her journalism origin story and her time at the Register. She talked about the challenges of being a managing editor, getting the opportunity to cover a Joe Biden speech on campus, and why doing alumni interviews was important to her. She also explained what her non-profit does, sharing stories to change stereotypes seen in the media about Black people. Sydney’s salutes: A&T Register editor-in-chief Melvin Harris and local TV journalist and NABJ vice-president Ken Lemon (a former guest on this podcast) Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Sydney Ross. Sydney is a graduating student at North Carolina A&T majoring in multimedia journalism. She’s the managing editor of The A&T Register, the school’s newspaper and the founder of the non-profit, Change the Type.

Sydney is headed to North Carolina’s journalism school graduate program but took time to reminisce about her journalism origin story and her time at the Register. She talked about the challenges of being a managing editor, getting the opportunity to cover a Joe Biden speech on campus, and why doing alumni interviews was important to her.

She also explained what her non-profit does, sharing stories to change stereotypes seen in the media about Black people.

Sydney’s salutes: A&T Register editor-in-chief Melvin Harris and local TV journalist and NABJ vice-president Ken Lemon (a former guest on this podcast)

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/sydneylene_" rel="nofollow">Sydney Ross</a>. Sydney is a graduating student at North Carolina A&amp;T majoring in multimedia journalism. She’s the managing editor of <a href="https://ncatregister.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The A&amp;T Register</em></a>, the school’s newspaper and the founder of the non-profit, Change the Type.</p><p>Sydney is headed to North Carolina’s journalism school graduate program but took time to reminisce about her journalism origin story and <a href="https://www.clippings.me/sydneyailene" rel="nofollow">her time at the <em>Register</em></a><em>.</em> She talked about the challenges of being a managing editor, getting the opportunity to cover a Joe Biden speech on campus, and why doing alumni interviews was important to her.</p><p>She also explained <a href="https://mejo457.web.unc.edu/2022/03/change-the-type-north-carolina-at-junior-fights-racial-stereotypes-with-her-nonprofit/" rel="nofollow">what her non-profit does</a>, sharing stories to change stereotypes seen in the media about Black people.</p><p><strong>Sydney’s salutes: </strong>A&amp;T Register editor-in-chief <a href="https://twitter.com/melvinnharriss" rel="nofollow">Melvin Harris</a> and local TV journalist and NABJ vice-president Ken Lemon (<a href="https://redcircle.com/shows/the-journalism-salute/ep/7d4c873b-47bc-469a-95b0-480e8bb12d8a" rel="nofollow">a former guest on this podcast</a>)</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 51714b6f-3cec-4039-a61e-7357790053b6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0d718dc9-7f8a-40fb-b1ce-cb46d9ef39d6 Tue, 02 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2081 no full So You Want To Be A Freelance Journalist w/ Pete Croatto So You Want To Be A Freelance Journalist w/ Pete Croatto 121 1 Mark Simon With some of our student listeners looking for work, I thought this would be a good episode to provide guidance should any of them wish to do freelance work. Pete talked about his freelancing career and provided instructive examples from work he’s done, including a recent Q&A with former Super Bowl-winning coach Tom Coughlin, as well as feature profiles, movie reviews, oral histories, and his book on the growth of the NBA, From Hang Time To Prime Time. Pete provided examples on how to handle idea generation, pitching, question writing, and organization, as well as overarching advice for aspiring freelancers. Pete’s salute: Parker Molloy Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. With some of our student listeners looking for work, Mark Simon thought this would be a good episode of The Journalism Salute to provide guidance should any of them wish to do freelance work.

Pete talked about his freelancing career and provided instructive examples from work he’s done, including a recent Q&A with former Super Bowl-winning coach Tom Coughlin, as well as feature profiles, movie reviews, oral histories, and his book on the growth of the NBA, From Hang Time To Prime Time.

 Pete provided examples on how to handle idea generation, pitching, question writing, and organization, as well as overarching advice for aspiring freelancers.

Pete’s salute: Parker Molloy

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>With some of our student listeners looking for work, Mark Simon thought this would be a good episode of <em>The Journalism Salute</em> to provide guidance should any of them wish to do freelance work.</p><p>Pete talked about his freelancing career and provided instructive examples from work he’s done, including <a href="https://www.nextavenue.org/a-life-of-wins-and-losses/" rel="nofollow">a recent Q&amp;A with former Super Bowl-winning coach Tom Coughlin</a>, as well as <a href="https://hub.jhu.edu/magazine/2022/winter/paul-rabil-premier-league-lacrosse" rel="nofollow">feature profiles</a>, movie reviews, <a href="https://www.si.com/mlb/2016/06/29/baseball-bunch-oral-history-johnny-bench" rel="nofollow">oral histories</a>, and his book on the growth of the NBA, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hang-Time-Prime-Entertainment-Modern-Day/dp/1982103957" rel="nofollow"><em>From Hang Time To Prime Time</em></a><em>.</em></p><p><em> </em>Pete provided examples on how to handle idea generation, pitching, question writing, and organization, as well as overarching advice for aspiring freelancers.</p><p>Pete’s salute: <a href="https://twitter.com/ParkerMolloy" rel="nofollow">Parker Molloy</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> f665b026-3041-4375-8d43-a37e5d1349bb https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/312b952a-7d36-48ba-bfd6-515e58451060 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2722 no full Monica Samayoa: Reporter, Oregon Public Broadcasting; The Uproot Project Monica Samayoa: Reporter, Oregon Public Broadcasting; The Uproot Project 120 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Monica Samayoa. Monica is a climate reporter for Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and is co-chair of the steering committee for The Uproot Project, a network of environmental journalists of color. Monica did not expect to become a climate reporter and filled us in on the path that took her to this job. She walked us through the different kinds of stories she covered, with examples. She included tips for aspiring radio reporters as well (“record at all times!”). She also explained the purpose of The Uproot Project and why its existence is so important. Monica’s salute: Meerah Powell, higher education reporter at OPB Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Monica Samayoa. Monica is a climate reporter for Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and is co-chair of the steering committee for The Uproot Project, a network of environmental journalists of color.

Monica did not expect to become a climate reporter and filled us in on the path that took her to this job. She walked us through the different kinds of stories she covered, with examples. She included tips for aspiring radio reporters as well (“record at all times!”).

She also explained the purpose of The Uproot Project and why its existence is so important.

Monica’s salute: Meerah Powell, higher education reporter at OPB


Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of <em>The Journalism Salute, </em>Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.opb.org/author/monica-samayoa/" rel="nofollow">Monica Samayoa</a>. Monica is a climate reporter for <a href="http://opb.org/" rel="nofollow">Oregon Public Broadcasting</a> (OPB) and is co-chair of the steering committee for <a href="http://uprootproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Uproot Project</a>, a network of environmental journalists of color.</p><p>Monica did not expect to become a climate reporter and filled us in on the path that took her to this job. She walked us through the different kinds of stories she covered, with examples. She included tips for aspiring radio reporters as well (“record at all times!”).</p><p>She also explained the purpose of The Uproot Project and why its existence is so important.</p><p><strong>Monica’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/meerahpowell" rel="nofollow">Meerah Powell</a>, higher education reporter at OPB</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 1939438b-bf1e-4c47-b680-e1c0bb410f28 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7e1e38c8-eba0-46bb-a1af-fcf3be7e54fd Tue, 18 Apr 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2275 no full Mia Maldonado & Ximena Bustillo, Voces Internship of Idaho Mia Maldonado & Ximena Bustillo, Voces Internship of Idaho 119 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Idaho Capital Sun reporter Mia Maldonado. Mia never took a journalism class in college but was able to start her career as part of the Voces Internship of Idaho program, which coordinates internships for aspiring Latino/Latina journalists with local newsrooms. Mia talked about her time as an intern at the Capital Sun and as a breaking news reporter at the Idaho Statesman. She recounted some of the prominent stories she’s covered and talked about how being a journalist has influenced her worldview (and led to her getting a dog). She also explained the importance of the Voces program to her career. We were also joined by Ximena Bustillo, a reporter for NPR and co-founder of the Voces Internship program along with journalist Nicole Foy. Ximena explained the origin story of the program, why this program was needed, and what the program’s goals are moving forward Voces on Twitter: http://twitter.com/vocesinternship Mia’s Salute: Investigative Reporters & Editors Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Idaho Capital Sun reporter Mia Maldonado.

Mia never took a journalism class in college but was able to start her career as part of the Voces Internship of Idaho program, which coordinates internships for aspiring Latino/Latina journalists with local newsrooms.

Mia talked about her time as an intern at the Capital Sun and as a breaking news reporter at the Idaho Statesman. She recounted some of the prominent stories she’s covered and talked about how being a journalist has influenced her worldview (and led to her getting a dog). She also explained the importance of the Voces program to her career.

We were also joined by Ximena Bustillo, a reporter for NPR and co-founder of the Voces Internship program along with journalist Nicole Foy. Ximena explained the origin story of the program, why this program was needed, and what the program’s goals are moving forward

Voces on Twitter: http://twitter.com/vocesinternship

Mia’s Salute: Investigative Reporters & Editors

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by <a href="http://idahocapitalsun.com/" rel="nofollow">Idaho Capital Sun</a> reporter <a href="http://twitter.com/maldonado_mia_" rel="nofollow">Mia Maldonado</a>.</p><p>Mia never took a journalism class in college but was able to start her career as part of the <a href="http://vocesinternship.com/" rel="nofollow">Voces Internship of Idaho</a> program, which coordinates internships for aspiring Latino/Latina journalists with local newsrooms.</p><p>Mia talked about <a href="https://idahocapitalsun.com/author/mmaldonado/" rel="nofollow">her time as an intern</a> at the Capital Sun and as a breaking news reporter at the <a href="https://www.idahostatesman.com/profile/264621551" rel="nofollow">Idaho Statesman</a>. She recounted some of the prominent stories she’s covered and talked about how being a journalist has influenced her worldview (and led to her getting a dog). She also explained the importance of the Voces program to her career.</p><p>We were also joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/ximena_bustillo" rel="nofollow">Ximena Bustillo,</a> a reporter for NPR and co-founder of the Voces Internship program along with journalist <a href="http://twitter.com/nicoleMfoy" rel="nofollow">Nicole Foy</a>. Ximena explained the origin story of the program, why this program was needed, and what the program’s goals are moving forward</p><p><strong>Voces on Twitter:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/vocesinternship" rel="nofollow">http://twitter.com/vocesinternship</a></p><p><strong>Mia’s Salute:</strong> <a href="http://twitter.com/IRE_NICAR" rel="nofollow">Investigative Reporters &amp; Editors</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 535c9ef6-fda0-4924-a341-7e1b39e053c1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7cda9aa9-7501-45b6-86e9-779a70e55f9a Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2323 no full Tim Whitaker, Executive Director - Mighty Writers Tim Whitaker, Executive Director - Mighty Writers 118 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Tim Whitaker. Tim has been a teacher and a journalist and is the executive director of Mighty Writers. Mighty Writers is a Philadelphia-based non-profit that teaches 3,500 kids per year to think clearly and write with clarity. It works out of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. Tim talked about the highlights from his lengthy career as a journalist in Philadelphia, most notably as editor of Philadelphia Weekly Magazine. He explained the transition to running a non-profit and shared the work that Mighty Writers does in helping kids. Tim’s Salutes: The Philadelphia Citzen, The Philadelphia Inquirer, WHYY Radio Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute we’re joined by Tim Whitaker. Tim has been a teacher and a journalist and is the executive director of Mighty Writers.

Mighty Writers is a Philadelphia-based non-profit that teaches 3,500 kids per year to think clearly and write with clarity. It works out of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.

Tim talked about the highlights from his lengthy career as a journalist in Philadelphia, most notably as editor of Philadelphia Weekly Magazine. He explained the transition to running a non-profit and shared the work that Mighty Writers does in helping kids.

Tim’s Salutes: The Philadelphia Citzen, The Philadelphia Inquirer, WHYY Radio

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwhitaker30" rel="nofollow">Tim Whitaker</a>. Tim has been a teacher and a journalist and is the executive director of <a href="http://mightywriters.org/" rel="nofollow">Mighty Writers</a>.</p><p>Mighty Writers is a Philadelphia-based non-profit that teaches 3,500 kids per year to think clearly and write with clarity. It works out of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.</p><p>Tim talked about the highlights from his lengthy career as a journalist in Philadelphia, most notably as editor of Philadelphia Weekly Magazine. He explained the transition to running a non-profit and shared the work that Mighty Writers does in helping kids.</p><p><strong>Tim’s Salutes:</strong> <a href="http://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/" rel="nofollow">The Philadelphia Citzen</a>, <a href="http://inquirer.com/" rel="nofollow">The Philadelphia Inquirer</a>, <a href="http://whyy.org/" rel="nofollow">WHYY Radio</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 5ce9d5b9-92b2-4a75-8dbd-65fa27be8dc6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e3ddfe49-b395-4c15-a620-24dfd5a21296 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 04:05:00 +0000 1772 no full Laurie Ezzell Brown, The Canadian Record (Texas) Laurie Ezzell Brown, The Canadian Record (Texas) 117 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Laurie Ezzell Brown. She was the publisher and editor of The Canadian Record, a community weekly covering Hemphill County in the northeastern Texas Panhandle from 1893 to 2023, and a legacy business owned and published by the Ezzell family since the late 1940s. Laurie spoke about being born into her journalism origin story and provided an oral history of the Ezzell family and how the small, rural newspaper lasted so long before publication was just suspended (however it lives on, for now, on Facebook. She explained the relationship between her newspaper and how the residents of a town that voted nearly 90% for Donald Trump in both elections were upset at her decision to suspend publication. And she shared how a newspaper can make a community matter to itself. Laurie’s salutes: The Daily Yonder, The Rural Blog Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Laurie Ezzell Brown. She was the publisher and editor of The Canadian Record, a community weekly covering Hemphill County in the northeastern Texas Panhandle from 1893 to 2023, and a legacy business owned and published by the Ezzell family since the late 1940s.

Laurie spoke about being born into her journalism origin story and provided an oral history of the Ezzell family and how the small, rural newspaper lasted so long before publication was just suspended (however it lives on, for now, on Facebook.

She explained the relationship between her newspaper and how the residents of a town that voted nearly 90% for Donald Trump in both elections were upset at her decision to suspend publication. And she shared how a newspaper can make a community matter to itself.

Laurie’s salutes: The Daily Yonder, The Rural Blog

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Laurie Ezzell Brown. She was the publisher and editor of <a href="https://www.canadianrecord.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Canadian Record</em></a>, a community weekly covering Hemphill County in the northeastern Texas Panhandle from 1893 to 2023, and a legacy business owned and published by the Ezzell family since the late 1940s.</p><p>Laurie spoke about being born into her journalism origin story and provided an oral history of the Ezzell family and how the small, rural newspaper lasted so long before publication was just suspended (however it lives on, for now, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/canadiantexas/" rel="nofollow">on Facebook</a>.</p><p>She explained the relationship between her newspaper and how the residents of a town that voted nearly 90% for Donald Trump in both elections were upset at her decision to suspend publication. And she shared how a newspaper can make a community matter to itself.</p><p><strong>Laurie’s salutes: </strong><a href="https://dailyyonder.com/" rel="nofollow">The Daily Yonder</a>, <a href="https://irjci.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">The Rural Blog</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> bffb1e4f-e95c-45ec-9f65-fb8f1fe32959 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e2a0895f-e736-4802-995f-3535e4518547 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2354 no full Sarah Spicer, Committee to Protect Journalists Sarah Spicer, Committee to Protect Journalists 116 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Spicer. Sarah is a news editor for the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). She was just named to Editor & Publisher’s “25 Under 35.” Sarah is a graduate of Emporia State University in Kansas, where she was editor-in-chief of her school paper, as well as Columbia School of Journalism. Sarah talked about her current role and the work that CPJ does to fight for reporter’s rights and safety worldwide (the organization helped free 130 journalists in 2022). She also shared her journalism origin story and walked us through the award-winning team coverage she was a part of at Emporia State exposing a Title IX sexual assault cover-up involving a tenured professor and a student. She spoke about her time in the Report for America program covering climate change and what a polarizing topic that was in Kansas. Sarah also discussed the dangers of being a journalist in 2023, gave advice for aspiring journalists specific to finding a niche, and told us about some of her other projects, including a memoir about her life and the navigation of Kansas’ foster care system. Sarah’s salutes: Nellie Bly, Dorothy Thompson, Emily Atkin, Zoya Teirstein. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Note: As of February 2025, our interview subject is Charlie Spicer (he/him). This interview was conducted in March 2023.

On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Sarah Spicer. Sarah is a news editor for the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). She was just named to Editor & Publisher’s “25 Under 35.” Sarah is a graduate of Emporia State University in Kansas, where she was editor-in-chief of her school paper, as well as Columbia School of Journalism.

Sarah talked about her current role and the work that CPJ does to fight for reporter’s rights and safety worldwide (the organization helped free 130 journalists in 2022). She also shared her journalism origin story and walked us through the award-winning team coverage she was a part of at Emporia State exposing a Title IX sexual assault cover-up involving a tenured professor and a student. She spoke about her time in the Report for America program covering climate change and what a polarizing topic that was in Kansas.

Sarah also discussed the dangers of being a journalist in 2023, gave advice for aspiring journalists specific to finding a niche, and told us about some of her other projects, including a memoir about her life and the navigation of Kansas’ foster care system.

Sarah’s salutes: Nellie Bly, Dorothy Thompson, Emily Atkin, Zoya Teirstein.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p><em>Note: As of February 2025, our interview subject is Charlie Spicer (he/him). This interview was conducted in March 2023.</em></p><p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/sarahespicer" rel="nofollow">Sarah Spicer</a>. Sarah is a news editor for the <a href="http://cpj.org/" rel="nofollow">Committee to Protect Journalists</a> (CPJ). She was just named to Editor &amp; Publisher’s “<a href="https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/eps-25-under-35,241993" rel="nofollow">25 Under 35.”</a> Sarah is a graduate of Emporia State University in Kansas, where she was editor-in-chief of her school paper, as well as Columbia School of Journalism.</p><p>Sarah talked about her current role and the work that CPJ does to fight for reporter’s rights and safety worldwide (the organization helped free 130 journalists in 2022). She also shared her journalism origin story and walked us through the award-winning team coverage she was a part of at Emporia State exposing a Title IX <a href="http://www.emporiagazette.com/area_news/article_ae3a8abe-12a4-11e8-ae04-2bc96f098e87.html" rel="nofollow">sexual assault cover-up</a> involving a tenured professor and a student. She spoke about her time in the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a> program covering climate change and what a polarizing topic that was in Kansas.</p><p>Sarah also discussed the dangers of being a journalist in 2023, gave advice for aspiring journalists specific to finding a niche, and told us about some of her other projects, including a memoir about her life and the navigation of Kansas’ foster care system.</p><p><strong>Sarah’s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/nellie-bly-0" rel="nofollow">Nellie Bly</a>, <a href="https://exhibitions.ushmm.org/americans-and-the-holocaust/personal-story/dorothy-thompson" rel="nofollow">Dorothy Thompson</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/emorwee" rel="nofollow">Emily Atkin</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/zteirstein" rel="nofollow">Zoya Teirstein</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 2fca6004-3e62-43a9-87fc-34cf7243f7bd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4870ef6f-8e92-4b44-a5d3-3c11dd912579 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2435 no full Tiffany Tan, Reporter: VTDigger Tiffany Tan, Reporter: VTDigger 115 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Tiffany Tan, a reporter for the non-profit VTDigger who covers southwest Vermont. Tiffany’s career has taken her around the globe, in the Phillipines as a TV producer, in Singapore and China as a writer and editor. She’s worked in the United States in both South Dakota and Vermont. Tiffany talked about her reporting experiences both abroad and in the United States. She explained the mission of VTDigger and why doing this kind of work was important to her. She also walked us through the process of covering stories, including a local sheriff who moved to Tennessee(!) and a criminal case that lasted more than 30 years. Tiffany’s salutes: Katharine Graham and Maria Ressa. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Tiffany Tan, a reporter for the non-profit VTDigger who covers southwest Vermont. Tiffany’s career has taken her around the globe, in the Philippines as a TV producer, in Singapore and China as a writer and editor. She’s worked in the United States in both South Dakota and Vermont.

Tiffany talked about her reporting experiences both abroad and in the United States. She explained the mission of VTDigger and why doing this kind of work was important to her. She also walked us through the process of covering stories, including a local sheriff who moved to Tennessee(!) and a criminal case that lasted more than 30 years.

Tiffany’s salutes: Katharine Graham and Maria Ressa.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/tiffgtan" rel="nofollow">Tiffany Tan</a>, a reporter for the non-profit <a href="https://vtdigger.org/" rel="nofollow">VTDigger</a> who covers southwest Vermont. Tiffany’s career has taken her around the globe, in the Philippines as a TV producer, in Singapore and China as a writer and editor. She’s worked in the United States in both South Dakota and Vermont.</p><p>Tiffany talked about her reporting experiences both abroad and in the United States. She explained the mission of VTDigger and why doing this kind of work was important to her. She also walked us through the process of <a href="https://vtdigger.org/author/tiffany-tan/" rel="nofollow">covering stories</a>, including a local sheriff who moved to Tennessee(!) and a criminal case that lasted more than 30 years.</p><p><strong>Tiffany’s salutes:</strong> <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/brand-studio/fox/katharine-graham/" rel="nofollow">Katharine Graham</a> and <a href="https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/2021/ressa/facts/" rel="nofollow">Maria Ressa</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> e427125e-64b0-460f-a4ff-fea9c07e70a4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/56534a02-9a7b-47ea-bbe0-f914f2b67764 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:05:00 +0000 2278 no full Luella Brien: Editor-In-Chief, Four Points Press; Journalism Teacher Luella Brien: Editor-In-Chief, Four Points Press; Journalism Teacher 114 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Luella Brien. Luella is the editor-in-chief at Four Points Press, an independent media company which covers the Crow Indian Reservation in southern Montana. Luella also teaches high school journalism and has taught college in the past too. She was the primary narrator in the new Showtime docu-series, Murder in Big Horn. Luella talked about her passion for journalism from a young age, how she hopes to grow her non-profit to tell both contemporary stories and those lost to history. the importance of Native representation on big projects like Murder In Big Horn, and what her teaching experience has been like. Luella’s salute: Native journalist Hattie Kauffman Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Luella Brien. Luella is the editor-in-chief at Four Points Press, an independent media company which covers the Crow Indian Reservation in southern Montana. Luella also teaches high school journalism and has taught college in the past too. She was the primary narrator in the new Showtime docu-series, Murder in Big Horn.

Luella talked about her passion for journalism from a young age, how she hopes to grow her non-profit to tell both contemporary stories and those lost to history. the importance of Native representation on big projects like Murder In Big Horn, and what her teaching experience has been like.

Luella’s salute: Native journalist Hattie Kauffman

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/NewsyCrowGirl" rel="nofollow">Luella Brien</a>. Luella is the editor-in-chief at <a href="http://fourpointspress.com/" rel="nofollow">Four Points Press</a>, an independent media company which covers the Crow Indian Reservation in southern Montana. Luella also teaches high school journalism and has taught college in the past too. She was the primary narrator in the new Showtime docu-series, <a href="https://www.sho.com/murder-in-big-horn" rel="nofollow">Murder in Big Horn</a>.</p><p>Luella talked about her passion for journalism from a young age, how she hopes to grow her non-profit to tell both contemporary stories and those lost to history. the importance of Native representation on big projects like Murder In Big Horn, and what her teaching experience has been like.</p><p><strong>Luella’s salute:</strong> <a href="http://www.hattiekauffman.com/" rel="nofollow">Native journalist Hattie Kauffman</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 5fe6033d-e454-439a-9f72-ac4eeeaf51e1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1acb462a-e5df-415a-943b-53b53ba0a521 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2063 no full Jared Council, Senior Editor, Forbes Jared Council, Senior Editor, Forbes 113 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by Jared Council. Jared is a senior editor at Forbes. He covers stories that touch on Black business, Black culture, and Black power. He’s a graduate of Hampton University who previously worked in Indiana and Virginia and also at the Wall Street Journal. He’s based in Philadelphia. Jared talked about his unlikely journalism origin story, one that began with he and his brother filming local rap battles. He discussed how he got basically a business school education with the work he’s done at his different jobs. Jared went in-depth on two pieces – one that was part of a Pulitzer Prize finalist package for the Wall Street Journal about the insurance exclusions for Black residents that came after the Tulsa Race Massacre. The other, also with a history focus, was on past Black women who had been passed over for Supreme Court nominations. You can find Jared’s current work here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaredcouncil/ Jared’s salutes: Justin Tinsley, Andscape Jordyn Holman, New York Times Dominic Madori, Tech Crunch Richard Prince, veteran journalist Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Jared Council. Jared is a senior editor at Forbes. He covers stories that touch on Black business, Black culture, and Black power. He’s a graduate of Hampton University who previously worked in Indiana and Virginia and also at the Wall Street Journal. He’s based in Philadelphia.

Jared talked about his unlikely journalism origin story, one that began with he and his brother filming local rap battles. He discussed how he got basically a business school education with the work he’s done at his different jobs.

Jared went in-depth on two pieces – one that was part of a Pulitzer Prize finalist package for the Wall Street Journal about the insurance exclusions for Black residents that came after the Tulsa Race Massacre. The other, also with a history focus, was on past Black women who had been passed over for Supreme Court nominations.

You can find Jared’s current work here:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaredcouncil/

Jared’s salutes:

Justin Tinsley, Andscape

Jordyn Holman, New York Times

Dominic Madori, Tech Crunch

Richard Prince, veteran journalist

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/JaredCouncil" rel="nofollow">Jared Council</a>. Jared is a senior editor at <em>Forbes</em>. He covers stories that touch on Black business, Black culture, and Black power. He’s a graduate of Hampton University who previously worked in Indiana and Virginia and also at the <em>Wall Street Journal</em>. He’s based in Philadelphia.</p><p>Jared talked about his unlikely journalism origin story, one that began with he and his brother filming local rap battles. He discussed how he got basically a business school education with the work he’s done at his different jobs.</p><p>Jared went in-depth on two pieces – one that was part of a Pulitzer Prize finalist package for the <em>Wall Street Journal</em> about <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/insurance-exclusions-left-black-tulsans-footing-the-bill-for-the-massacre-11622293201" rel="nofollow">the insurance exclusions for Black residents that came after the Tulsa Race Massacre</a>. The other, also with a history focus, was on <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaredcouncil/2022/02/26/meet-the-black-women-consideredand-passed-overfor-supreme-court-nominations/?sh=44237f6b5f41" rel="nofollow">past Black women who had been passed over</a> for Supreme Court nominations.</p><p>You can find Jared’s current work here:</p><p><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaredcouncil/" rel="nofollow">https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaredcouncil/</a></p><p><strong>Jared’s salutes: </strong></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/JustinTinsley" rel="nofollow">Justin Tinsley</a>, <em>Andscape</em></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/JordynJournals" rel="nofollow">Jordyn Holman</a>, <em>New York Times</em></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/DominicMadori" rel="nofollow">Dominic Madori</a>, <em>Tech Crunch</em></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/princeeditor" rel="nofollow">Richard Prince</a>, veteran journalist</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> c9fcd41e-6cd8-4352-8dd5-3229c162e0d3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/560558af-b1b7-4886-9488-d7bcb43608a8 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2501 no full Roxanne Scott, Senior Producer Futuro Media Group Roxanne Scott, Senior Producer Futuro Media Group 112 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Roxanne Scott. Roxanne is a senior producer for Futuro Media Group, an independent non-profit media organization producing multimedia journalism that gives a voice to the diversity of American experience. You may know it best for Latino USA and the person who runs the group, Maria Hinojosa Roxanne has previously worked as a reporter in Louisville and Atlanta. Prior to being a journalist she was a teacher – in Costa Rica, Mexico, and China. Roxanne talked about the multi-faceted role she has in investigative pieces that Futuro Media produces, using as an example of an investigative report on problematic U.S. policies in dealing with migrants in the Arizona desert. Roxanne also talked about some of her other written and audio work, including a story about “poo and doo” and problematic sewers in Queens, N.Y., how public records were vital to her work tracking COVID cases in an ICE facility in Georgia, and how wind turbines in Louisville were important to farmers in Nigeria. Roxanne also discussed the value of voice memos and what journalism taught her about being a more proactive person. Roxanne’s salutes: Gil Noble Gwendolyn Brooks The Ida B. Wells Society Amsterdam News Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we’re joined by Roxanne Scott. Roxanne is a senior producer for Futuro Media Group, an independent non-profit media organization producing multimedia journalism that gives a voice to the diversity of American experience. You may know it best for Latino USA and the person who runs the group, Maria Hinojosa

Roxanne has previously worked as a reporter in Louisville and Atlanta. Prior to being a journalist she was a teacher – in Costa Rica, Mexico, and China.

Roxanne talked about the multi-faceted role she has in investigative pieces that Futuro Media produces, using as an example of an investigative report on problematic U.S. policies for border patrol dealing with migrants in the Arizona desert.

Roxanne also talked about some of her other written and audio work, including a story about “poo and doo” and problematic sewers in Queens, N.Y., how public records were vital to her work tracking COVID cases in an ICE facility in Georgia, and how wind turbines in Louisville were important to farmers in Nigeria.

Roxanne also discussed the value of voice memos and what journalism taught her about being a more proactive person.

Roxanne’s salutes:

Gil Noble

Gwendolyn Brooks

The Ida B. Wells Society

Amsterdam News

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://roxannelscott.com/" rel="nofollow">Roxanne Scott</a>. Roxanne is a senior producer for <a href="http://futuromediagroup.org/" rel="nofollow">Futuro Media Group</a>, an independent non-profit media organization producing multimedia journalism that gives a voice to the diversity of American experience. You may know it best for Latino USA and the person who runs the group, Maria Hinojosa</p><p>Roxanne has previously worked as a reporter in Louisville and Atlanta. Prior to being a journalist she was a teacher – in Costa Rica, Mexico, and China.</p><p>Roxanne talked about the multi-faceted role she has in investigative pieces that Futuro Media produces, using as an example of <a href="https://futuroinvestigates.org/investigative-stories/death-by-policy-crisis-in-the-arizona-desert/how-us-policies-generated-a-crisis-in-the-arizona-desert/" rel="nofollow">an investigative report</a> on problematic U.S. policies for border patrol dealing with migrants in the Arizona desert.</p><p>Roxanne also talked about some of her other written and audio work, including a story about “<a href="https://citylimits.org/2022/10/12/sewer-backups-increasing-from-climate-change-are-costing-citys-homeowners/" rel="nofollow">poo and doo</a>” and problematic sewers in Queens, N.Y., how public records were vital to her work <a href="https://www.wabe.org/as-ice-maintains-safety-is-a-priority-during-covid-records-show-multiple-outbreaks-at-georgia-facilities/" rel="nofollow">tracking COVID cases in an ICE facility in Georgia</a>, and how <a href="https://pulitzercenter.org/stories/how-wind-turbine-made-kentucky-could-be-game-changer-nigerian-farmers" rel="nofollow">wind turbines in Louisville</a> were important to farmers in Nigeria.</p><p>Roxanne also discussed the value of voice memos and what journalism taught her about being a more proactive person.</p><p><strong>Roxanne’s salutes:</strong></p><p><a href="https://abc7ny.com/gil-noble-like-it-is-wabc-here--now/12821018/" rel="nofollow">Gil Noble</a></p><p><a href="https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/gwendolyn-brooks" rel="nofollow">Gwendolyn Brooks</a></p><p><a href="https://idabwellssociety.org/" rel="nofollow">The Ida B. Wells Society</a></p><p><a href="https://amsterdamnews.com/" rel="nofollow">Amsterdam News</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 88346fea-1ec0-4671-ac09-b52b944f44f1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1b6076fb-dba0-4291-86d8-d3415adce243 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1987 no full Karen Hawkins, Story Editor: The 19th* Karen Hawkins, Story Editor: The 19th* 111 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Karen Hawkins. Karen is a longtime journalist and is currently a story editor for The 19th*, a newsroom that operates at the intersection of gender, politics, and policy. She is also a board member for the NLGJA, the association of LGBTQ journalists, of which Karen is one. Additionally, she is the founder and rebelle in chief of Rebellious Magazine, which delivers a unique feminist perspective on Chicago news, politics and culture. She is also the former co-publisher and co-editor in chief of the Chicago Reader and the co-host of a podcast about mental health. Karen shared her journalism origin story, talked about what her job as a story editor entails and how she approaches the editing process. She talked about her future hope for The 19th*, which is that it continues leaning into the asterisk and is inclusive of marginalized groups, and the year ahead for the NLGJA. She also shared trends she’s noticed in coverage of the LGBTQ community, reminisced about her time at the Chicago Reader, and told the story of her passion projection, Rebellious. Karen’s salutes: The first African-American writer to publish a short story, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Journalist, author, teacher Jamal Jordan and Derrick Clifton Journalism Websites: The Triibe, City Bureau, Scalawag The NLGJA Mentoring Program Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode we’re joined by Karen Hawkins. Karen is a longtime journalist and is currently a story editor for The 19th*, a newsroom that operates at the intersection of gender, politics, and policy. She is also a board member for the NLGJA, the association of LGBTQ journalists, of which Karen is one.

Additionally, she is the founder and rebelle in chief of Rebellious Magazine, which delivers a unique feminist perspective on Chicago news, politics and culture. She is also the former co-publisher and co-editor in chief of the Chicago Reader and the co-host of a podcast about mental health.

Karen shared her journalism origin story, talked about what her job as a story editor entails and how she approaches the editing process. She talked about her future hope for The 19th*, which is that it continues leaning into the asterisk and is inclusive of marginalized groups, and the year ahead for the NLGJA.

She also shared trends she’s noticed in coverage of the LGBTQ community, reminisced about her time at the Chicago Reader, and told the story of her passion projection, Rebellious.

Karen’s salutes:

The first African-American writer to publish a short story, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper

Journalist, author, teacher Jamal Jordan and Derrick Clifton

Journalism Websites: The Triibe, City Bureau, Scalawag

The NLGJA Mentoring Program

 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/chiefrebelle?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Karen Hawkins</a>. Karen is a longtime journalist and is currently a story editor for <a href="http://19thnews.org/" rel="nofollow">The 19<sup>th</sup>*,</a> a newsroom that operates at the intersection of gender, politics, and policy. She is also a board member for the <a href="http://nlgja.org/" rel="nofollow">NLGJA</a>, the association of LGBTQ journalists, of which Karen is one.</p><p>Additionally, she is the founder and rebelle in chief of <a href="http://rebelliousmagazine.com/" rel="nofollow">Rebellious Magazine</a>, which delivers a unique feminist perspective on Chicago news, politics and culture. She is also the former co-publisher and co-editor in chief of the <a href="http://chicagoreader.com/" rel="nofollow">Chicago Reader</a> and the <a href="https://t.co/XhqQhbjs7Z" rel="nofollow">co-host of a podcast about mental health</a>.</p><p>Karen shared her journalism origin story, talked about what her job as a story editor entails and how she approaches the editing process. She talked about her future hope for The 19<sup>th</sup>*, which is that it continues leaning into the asterisk and is inclusive of marginalized groups, and the year ahead for the NLGJA.</p><p>She also shared trends she’s noticed in coverage of the LGBTQ community, reminisced about her time at the <em>Chicago Reader, </em>and told the story of her passion projection, <em>Rebellious.</em></p><p><strong>Karen’s salutes:</strong></p><p>The first African-American writer to publish a short story, <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/frances-ellen-watkins-harper" rel="nofollow">Frances Ellen Watkins Harper</a></p><p>Journalist, author, teacher <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2201529/jamal-jordan/" rel="nofollow">Jamal Jordan</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/derrickclifton?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Derrick Clifton</a></p><p>Journalism Websites: <a href="https://thetriibe.com/" rel="nofollow">The Triibe</a>, <a href="http://citybureau.org/" rel="nofollow">City Bureau</a>, <a href="https://scalawagmagazine.org/" rel="nofollow">Scalawag</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nlgja.org/mentorship-program/" rel="nofollow">The NLGJA Mentoring Program</a></p><p> Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 5cbae2b2-b80c-4614-8dc7-b7cfd0dd1209 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d5c0d233-6126-4156-82fb-36dbc85fcc9d Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1975 no full Bobbi-Jeanne Misick, Reporter: Gulf States Newsroom Bobbi-Jeanne Misick, Reporter: Gulf States Newsroom 110 1 Mark Simon On today’s show we’re joined by Bobbi-Jeanne Misick. She is the justice, race, and equity reporter for the Gulf States Newsroom, a collaboration between NPR and radio stations in WWNO and WRKF in Louisiana, WBHM in Alabama, and Mississippi Public Radio working with NPR. She has previously been an editor and writer for Essence and a reporter and producer in the Caribbean. Bobbi-Jeanne talked how the September 11 terrorist attack influenced her career decision to become a journalist and discussed her career path. She discussed three stories she’s worked on in detail – producing an interview with the Washington D.C. Sniper early in her career, writing about laws enacted to prohibit hair discrimination in the workplace, a thorough examination of how Cameroonians seeking asylum were being treated poorly by the justice system. Bobbi-Jeanne’s salutes: John Washington and Jim Mustian Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On today’s show we’re joined by Bobbi-Jeanne Misick. She is the justice, race, and equity reporter for the Gulf States Newsroom, a collaboration between NPR and radio stations in WWNO and WRKF in Louisiana, WBHM in Alabama, and Mississippi Public Radio working with NPR. She has previously been an editor and writer for Essence and a reporter and producer in the Caribbean.

Bobbi-Jeanne talked how the September 11 terrorist attack influenced her career decision to become a journalist and discussed her career path.

She discussed three stories she’s worked on in detail – producing an interview with the Washington D.C. Sniper early in her career, writing about laws enacted to prohibit hair discrimination in the workplace, a thorough examination of how Cameroonians seeking asylum were being treated poorly by the justice system.

Bobbi-Jeanne’s salutes: John Washington and Jim Mustian

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On today’s show we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/bmisick?lang=en" rel="nofollow">Bobbi-Jeanne Misick</a>. She is the justice, race, and equity reporter for the <a href="https://wbhm.org/gulfstatesnewsroom/" rel="nofollow">Gulf States Newsroom</a>, a collaboration between NPR and radio stations in <span>WWNO and WRKF</span> in Louisiana, WBHM in Alabama, and Mississippi Public Radio working with NPR. She has previously been an editor and writer for Essence and a reporter and producer in the Caribbean.</p><p>Bobbi-Jeanne talked how the September 11 terrorist attack influenced her career decision to become a journalist and discussed her career path.</p><p>She discussed three stories she’s worked on in detail – producing an interview with the Washington D.C. Sniper early in her career, <a href="https://www.wwno.org/2021-05-30/u-s-sees-growing-effort-to-end-discriminatory-hair-grooming-policies" rel="nofollow">writing about laws</a> enacted to prohibit hair discrimination in the workplace, a thorough <a href="https://www.wwno.org/immigration/2022-12-19/denial-detention-and-deportation-threats-the-uphill-battle-for-cameroonian-asylum-seekers-in-louisiana-and-mississippi" rel="nofollow">examination of how Cameroonians seeking asylum were being treated poorly by the justice system</a>.</p><p><strong>Bobbi-Jeanne’s salutes</strong>: <a href="https://twitter.com/jbwashing" rel="nofollow">John Washington</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/JimMustian" rel="nofollow">Jim Mustian</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> f4142607-df6c-433c-8067-1e0a969ec228 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8c44b9c1-f4e0-4665-a39f-21ccede4e083 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2162 no full Erin O'Hare, Neighborhoods Reporter: Charlottesville Tomorrow Erin O'Hare, Neighborhoods Reporter: Charlottesville Tomorrow 109 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Erin O’Hare, the neighborhoods reporter for Charlottesville Tomorrow, a hyperlocal non-profit news website serving Charlottesville, Virginia (cvilletomorrow.org). Erin explained what a neighborhood reporter does in a city of about 45,000 people, everything from reporting on the changing demographics of neighborhoods to making zoning ordinances understandable, to alerting people to the opening of a bathroom at a mall (the quotes in this one are great!). Often, she focuses on people whose voices aren’t typically heard in mainstream media. She also explained what it was like to cover the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, how that deeply affected her as both a journalist and a person, and how she wants to show that the city should be known for much more than that. And she shared her other writing interest – telling stories about culture, art, and music. Erin’s salutes: Vinegar Hill Magazine and In My Humble Opinion, both parts of Charlottesville Inclusive Media Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we’re joined by Erin O’Hare, the neighborhoods reporter for Charlottesville Tomorrow, a hyperlocal non-profit news website serving Charlottesville, Virginia (cvilletomorrow.org).

Erin explained what a neighborhood reporter does in a city of about 45,000 people, everything from reporting on the changing demographics of neighborhoods to making zoning ordinances understandable, to alerting people to the opening of a bathroom at a mall (the quotes in this one are great!), to writing impactful pieces that help residents living in shelters. Often, she focuses on people whose voices aren’t typically heard in mainstream media.

She also explained what it was like to cover the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, how that deeply affected her as both a journalist and a person, and how she wants to show that the city should be known for much more than that. And she shared her other writing interest – telling stories about culture, art, and music.

Erin’s salutes: Vinegar Hill Magazine and In My Humble Opinion, both parts of Charlottesville Inclusive Media

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.erinohare.com/" rel="nofollow">Erin O’Hare</a>, the neighborhoods reporter for <a href="http://cvilletomorrow.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>Charlottesville Tomorrow</em></a>, a hyperlocal non-profit news website serving Charlottesville, Virginia (cvilletomorrow.org).</p><p>Erin explained <a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/author/erin-ohare/" rel="nofollow">what a neighborhood reporter does</a> in a city of about 45,000 people, everything from <a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/newsletter/19-neighborhoods-19-stories-about-how-we-are-changing-charlottesville/" rel="nofollow">reporting on the changing demographics of neighborhoods</a> to making zoning ordinances understandable, to <a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/the-downtown-mall-is-getting-its-first-ever-public-bathroom-and-community-members-are-ecstatic/" rel="nofollow">alerting people to the opening of a bathroom at a mall</a> (the quotes in this one are great!), to writing impactful pieces <a href="https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/when-this-charlottesville-shelter-closes-next-year-its-100-elderly-and-seriously-ill-guests-might-have-nowhere-to-go/" rel="nofollow">that help residents living in shelters</a>. Often, she focuses on people whose voices aren’t typically heard in mainstream media.</p><p>She also explained what it was like to cover the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, how that deeply affected her as both a journalist and a person, and how she wants to show that the city should be known for much more than that. And she shared her other writing interest – telling stories about <a href="https://www.erinohare.com/culture" rel="nofollow">culture</a>, <a href="https://www.erinohare.com/art" rel="nofollow">art</a>, and <a href="https://www.erinohare.com/music" rel="nofollow">music</a>.</p><p>Erin’s salutes: <a href="https://vinegarhillmagazine.com/" rel="nofollow">Vinegar Hill Magazine</a> and <a href="https://cvilleinclusivemedia.com/projects/imho-radio-show/#:~:text=and%20to%20change.-,Airing%20weekly%20live%20on%20101.3FM%2C%20the%20show%20focuses%20on,us%20or%20all%20of%20us." rel="nofollow">In My Humble Opinion</a>, both parts of <a href="http://cvilleinclusivemedia.org/" rel="nofollow">Charlottesville Inclusive Media</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 1edad780-f1e8-423f-a110-9b489bf626de https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/011d1cb3-c953-4b9a-9485-33cbed740eb3 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2388 no full Margo Snipe, National Health Reporter, Capital B Margo Snipe, National Health Reporter, Capital B 108 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Margo Snipe. Margo is a reporter for Capital B (CapitalBNews.org) covering critical issues affecting the mental and physical health of Black Americans. Capital B is a non-profit newsroom serving both local and national Black audiences.

Margo talked about Capital B’s mission and how she comes up with story ideas. She went through examples of stories she had done, including a story on how doctors treat black patients complaints and how the Damar Hamlin incident of cardiac arrest is part of a larger story. She also discussed covering politics and how her time living abroad as a child shaped her worldview.

Margo’s salute: The 19th (19thnews.org)

(listen to our interview with their writer, Mariel Padilla)

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://capitalbnews.org/author/margo-snipe/" rel="nofollow">Margo Snipe</a>. Margo is a reporter for <a href="http://capitalbnews.org/" rel="nofollow">Capital B</a> (CapitalBNews.org) covering critical issues affecting the mental and physical health of Black Americans. Capital B is a non-profit newsroom serving both local and national Black audiences.</p><p>Margo talked about Capital B’s mission and how she comes up with story ideas. She went through examples of stories she had done, including a story on how doctors treat black patients complaints and how the Damar Hamlin incident of cardiac arrest is part of a larger story. She also discussed covering politics and how her time living abroad as a child shaped her worldview.</p><p>Margo’s salute: The 19th (<a href="http://19thnews.org/" rel="nofollow">19thnews.org</a>)</p><p>(listen to our interview with their writer, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mariel-padilla-general-assignment-reporter-the-19th/id1526063503?i=1000576209917" rel="nofollow">Mariel Padilla</a>)</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> ead0a327-9382-48a0-8be4-901429ae2114 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0ece7324-77f0-45d1-befd-fe833690810f Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1630 no full Amir Khafagy, Reporter, Documented (Report for America) Amir Khafagy, Reporter, Documented (Report for America) 107 1 Mark Simon On today’s show we’re joined by Amir Khafagy. Amir is a labor reporter for Documented – journalism created with and for immigrants and how policy affects their lives. He’s of Egyptian and Puerto Rican descent and grew up in a Muslim household. He’s with Documented as part of the Report for America Program. Amir talked about his working-class upbringing, his work as a student and labor organizer that preceded his time as a journalist, and the work he currently does. He discussed the importance of covering both labor and immigration and explained how he comes up with story ideas (sometimes they even come from The People’s Court!). He also spoke about the importance of Report for America and why the world needs more journalists from working class backgrounds. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Amir’s Salutes: Labor reporters Mike Elk, Kim Kelly, and Claudia Aponte. Follow Amir on Twitter at http://twitter.com/amirkhafagy Find his work here - https://documentedny.com/author/amirkhafagy91/ On today’s show we’re joined by Amir Khafagy. Amir is a labor reporter for Documented – journalism created with and for immigrants and how policy affects their lives. He’s of Egyptian and Puerto Rican descent and grew up in a Muslim household. He’s with Documented as part of the Report for America Program.

Amir talked about his working-class upbringing, his work as a student and labor organizer that preceded his time as a journalist, and the work he currently does. He discussed the importance of covering both labor and immigration and explained how he comes up with story ideas (sometimes they even come from The People’s Court!).

He also spoke about the importance of Report for America and why the world needs more journalists from working class backgrounds.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

Amir’s Salutes: Labor reporters Mike Elk, Kim Kelly, and Claudia Aponte.

America Needs More Working-Class Journalists article

https://www.nbcuacademy.com/catalog/working-class-journalists

Follow Amir on Twitter at http://twitter.com/amirkhafagy

Find his work here - https://documentedny.com/author/amirkhafagy91/

]]> <p>On today’s show we’re joined by <a href="https://www.amirkhafagyjournalism.com/" rel="nofollow">Amir Khafagy</a>. Amir is a labor reporter for <a href="https://documentedny.com/" rel="nofollow">Documented</a> – journalism created with and for immigrants and how policy affects their lives. He’s of Egyptian and Puerto Rican descent and grew up in a Muslim household. He’s with Documented as part of the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a> Program.</p><p>Amir talked about his working-class upbringing, his work as a student and labor organizer that preceded his time as a journalist, and the work he currently does. He discussed the importance of covering both labor and immigration and explained how he comes up with story ideas (sometimes they even come from The People’s Court!).</p><p>He also spoke about the importance of Report for America and why the world needs more journalists from working class backgrounds.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Amir’s Salutes:</strong> Labor reporters <a href="http://twitter.com/mikeelk" rel="nofollow">Mike Elk</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/grimkim" rel="nofollow">Kim Kelly</a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/clauirizarry" rel="nofollow">Claudia Aponte</a>.</p><p><strong>America Needs More Working-Class Journalists article</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.nbcuacademy.com/catalog/working-class-journalists" rel="nofollow">https://www.nbcuacademy.com/catalog/working-class-journalists</a></p><p><strong>Follow Amir on Twitter</strong> at <a href="http://twitter.com/amirkhafagy" rel="nofollow">http://twitter.com/amirkhafagy</a></p><p><strong>Find his work here</strong> - <a href="https://documentedny.com/author/amirkhafagy91/" rel="nofollow">https://documentedny.com/author/amirkhafagy91/</a></p> 504b81c2-d6bf-423e-9854-1e94c935c773 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/cea537c6-5f7d-4247-a979-bd3058ef6bf2 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2178 no full Raegan Miller, Reporter KRBD (Ketchikan, Alaska) + Report for America Raegan Miller, Reporter KRBD (Ketchikan, Alaska) + Report for America 106 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Raegan Miller. Raegan is a reporter for KRBD, a radio station in Ketchikan, Alaska. She covers Alaska Native and rural issues as part of the Report for America program. Raegan talked about making the transition from print to radio and covering stories in very small towns where she often gets recognized. She discussed about the kinds of stories she covered and how she works through everything from getting sound to writing. And she explained what went into a 20-minute interview with a group that included the governor of Alaska. Raegan also talked about the help she’s gotten from the Report for America program and gave tips to those who might end up participating in it. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Raegan’s salute: Theo Greenly, KUCB Radio in Unalaska, Alaska. Raegan’s stories can be found at https://www.krbd.org/author/raegan-miller/ More information on Report for America can be found at ReportforAmerica.org On this episode, we’re joined by Raegan Miller. Raegan is a reporter for KRBD, a radio station in Ketchikan, Alaska. She covers Alaska Native and rural issues as part of the Report for America program.

Raegan talked about making the transition from print to radio and covering stories in very small towns where she often gets recognized. She discussed about the kinds of stories she covered and how she works through everything from getting sound to writing. And she explained what went into a 20-minute interview with a group that included the governor of Alaska.

Raegan also talked about the help she’s gotten from the Report for America program and gave tips to those who might end up participating in it.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.


Raegan’s salute: Theo Greenly, KUCB Radio in Unalaska, Alaska.

Raegan’s stories can be found at https://www.krbd.org/author/raegan-miller/

More information on Report for America can be found at ReportforAmerica.org

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/raeganmillerktn" rel="nofollow">Raegan Miller</a>. Raegan is a reporter for <a href="https://www.krbd.org/" rel="nofollow">KRBD</a>, a radio station in Ketchikan, Alaska. She covers Alaska Native and rural issues as part of the Report for America program.</p><p>Raegan talked about making the transition from print to radio and covering stories in very small towns where she often gets recognized. She discussed about the kinds of stories she covered and how she works through everything from getting sound to writing. And she explained what went into a 20-minute interview with a group that included the governor of Alaska.</p><p>Raegan also talked about the help she’s gotten from the Report for America program and gave tips to those who might end up participating in it.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Raegan’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/TheoGreenly" rel="nofollow">Theo Greenly</a>, KUCB Radio in Unalaska, Alaska.</p><p>Raegan’s stories can be found at <a href="https://www.krbd.org/author/raegan-miller/" rel="nofollow">https://www.krbd.org/author/raegan-miller/</a></p><p>More information on Report for America can be found at <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">ReportforAmerica.org</a></p> 3805be08-af66-419d-aa53-21399601bb49 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/79e7e27c-99d1-49cd-85d3-9e45ce73b15f Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:05:00 +0000 1854 no full Alain Stephens, Reporter, The Trace (Gun Violence) Alain Stephens, Reporter, The Trace (Gun Violence) 105 1 Mark Simon Alain Stephens is the western correspondent for The Trace, an online newsroom that investigates gun violence in America. He’s been with them for nearly 4 years. He is based in San Diego. Alain has a background in law enforcement, military, and sociology – not your typical journalism path. He’s a graduate of the University of North Texas who served in both the Coast Guard and Air Force. And he is a gun owner. Alain talked about his unusual career path and the different projects he’s worked on for them. He explained how his military background intersects with his journalism experiences and told what it’s like to work on some stories for multiple years. Alain’s salute: Capital B (CapitalBNews.org) You can see Alain’s work at https://www.thetrace.org/author/alain-stephens/ LINK: How The Trace Changed Reporting on Guns in America https://www.arnoldventures.org/stories/how-the-trace-changed-reporting-on-guns-in-america Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.  Alain Stephens is the western correspondent for The Trace, an online newsroom that investigates gun violence in America. He’s been with them for nearly 4 years. He is based in San Diego.


Alain has a background in law enforcement, military, and sociology – not your typical journalism path. He’s a graduate of the University of North Texas who served in both the Coast Guard and Air Force. And he is a gun owner.

 

Alain talked about his unusual career path and the different projects he’s worked on for them. He explained how his military background intersects with his journalism experiences and told what it’s like to work on some stories for multiple years.

 

Alain’s salute: Capital B (CapitalBNews.org)

 

You can see Alain’s work at https://www.thetrace.org/author/alain-stephens/

 

LINK: How The Trace Changed Reporting on Guns in America

https://www.arnoldventures.org/stories/how-the-trace-changed-reporting-on-guns-in-america

 

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p> <a href="http://twitter.com/alainstephens" rel="nofollow">Alain Stephens</a> is the western correspondent for <a href="https://www.thetrace.org/" rel="nofollow">The Trace</a>, an online newsroom that investigates gun violence in America. He’s been with them for nearly 4 years. He is based in San Diego.</p><p><br></p><p>Alain has a background in law enforcement, military, and sociology – not your typical journalism path. He’s a graduate of the University of North Texas who served in both the Coast Guard and Air Force. And he is a gun owner.</p><p> </p><p>Alain talked about his unusual career path and the different projects he’s worked on for them. He explained how his military background intersects with his journalism experiences and told what it’s like to work on some stories for multiple years.</p><p> </p><p>Alain’s salute: Capital B (<a href="http://capitalbnews.org/" rel="nofollow">CapitalBNews.org</a>)</p><p> </p><p>You can see Alain’s work at <a href="https://www.thetrace.org/author/alain-stephens/" rel="nofollow">https://www.thetrace.org/author/alain-stephens/</a></p><p> </p><p>LINK: How The Trace Changed Reporting on Guns in America</p><p><a href="https://www.arnoldventures.org/stories/how-the-trace-changed-reporting-on-guns-in-america" rel="nofollow">https://www.arnoldventures.org/stories/how-the-trace-changed-reporting-on-guns-in-america</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> a8b575d6-9d48-43c4-82ff-cd311569b562 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/da26438d-609f-4984-9be0-1295b76bb370 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:05:00 +0000 2424 no full Yanqi Xu, Reporter: Flatwater Free Press Yanqi Xu, Reporter: Flatwater Free Press 104 1 Mark Simon On this episode, I’m joined by Yanqi Xu. Yanqi is a reporter for the Flatwater Free Press in Omaha, Nebraska, the state’s first independent non-profit newsroom. She grew up in China and went to college in Beijing before getting her masters at Missouri. Yanqi talked about her journalism origin story and about the kind of work she does at the Free Press and described the challenges of doing long investigative pieces. You can find her work at: https://flatwaterfreepress.org/author/yxu/ Yanqi’s salute: The 19th(19thNews.org) and MLK50.org Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, I’m joined by Yanqi Xu. Yanqi is a reporter for the Flatwater Free Press in Omaha, Nebraska, the state’s first independent non-profit newsroom. She grew up in China and went to college in Beijing before getting her masters at Missouri.

Yanqi talked about her journalism origin story and about the kind of work she does at the Free Press and described the challenges of doing long investigative pieces.

You can find her work at: https://flatwaterfreepress.org/author/yxu/

Yanqi’s salute: The 19th(19thNews.org) and MLK50.org

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, I’m joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/yanqixu_" rel="nofollow">Yanqi Xu</a>. Yanqi is a reporter for the Flatwater Free Press in Omaha, Nebraska, the state’s first independent non-profit newsroom. She grew up in China and went to college in Beijing before getting her masters at Missouri.</p><p>Yanqi talked about her journalism origin story and about the kind of work she does at the Free Press and described the challenges of doing long investigative pieces.</p><p>You can find her work at: <a href="https://flatwaterfreepress.org/author/yxu/" rel="nofollow">https://flatwaterfreepress.org/author/yxu/</a></p><p>Yanqi’s salute: The 19<sup>th</sup>(<a href="https://d.docs.live.net/a43078447ef4973e/Desktop/Journalism%20Salute/Episode%20scripts/19thnews.org" rel="nofollow">19thNews.org</a>) and <a href="http://mlk50.org/" rel="nofollow">MLK50.org</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> a7b9dad3-096d-4d2f-a9b1-9afd7fd6b8af https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/67db5d74-e6a7-412b-8334-c8e16e0ea6ae Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2267 no full Kasha Patel, Deputy Weather Editor, Washington Post Kasha Patel, Deputy Weather Editor, Washington Post 104 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by Kasha Patel. Kasha is the deputy weather editor for the Capital Weather Gang at the Washington Post, covering weather, climate, and the environment. Kasha talked about her path from NASA to her current position, how she covers both hard news stories and fun features, including fact checking a volcanic explosion in a The Lord of the Rings series. She also explained how she comes up with story ideas, her use of TikTok, and how her writing jokes for her stand-up comedy work comes together with her science education interest. Kasha’s salute: The D.C. Science Writers Association You can hear me interview Kasha about her comedy work here Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Kasha Patel. Kasha is the deputy weather editor for the Capital Weather Gang at the Washington Post, covering weather, climate, and the environment.

Kasha talked about her path from NASA to her current position, how she covers both hard news stories and fun features, including fact checking a volcanic explosion in a The Lord of the Rings series. She also explained how she comes up with story ideas, her use of TikTok, and how her writing jokes for her stand-up comedy work comes together with her science education interest.

Kasha’s salute: The D.C. Science Writers Association

Find Kasha's stories here

https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/kasha-patel/

You can hear me interview Kasha about her comedy work here

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by Kasha Patel. Kasha is the deputy weather editor for the Capital Weather Gang at the Washington Post, covering weather, climate, and the environment.</p><p>Kasha talked about her path from NASA to her current position, how she covers both hard news stories and fun features, including fact checking a volcanic explosion in a The Lord of the Rings series. She also explained how she comes up with story ideas, her use of TikTok, and how her writing jokes for her stand-up comedy work comes together with her science education interest.</p><p><strong>Kasha’s salute</strong>: <a href="https://dcswa.org/" rel="nofollow">The D.C. Science Writers Association</a></p><p>Find Kasha&#39;s stories here</p><p><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/kasha-patel/" rel="nofollow">https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/kasha-patel/</a></p><p>You can <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comedienne-kasha-patel-on-using-analytics-to-evaluate/id1461705002?i=1000473136123" rel="nofollow">hear me interview Kasha about her comedy work here</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 8f27a2b4-edcb-4ed0-9c84-c2f3d2f7d402 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/286b6ef6-abb7-41ae-8cca-b3153753fdb0 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:05:00 +0000 1973 no full Inez Russell Gomez, Editorial Page Editor at The Santa Fe New Mexican Inez Russell Gomez, Editorial Page Editor at The Santa Fe New Mexican 102 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by Inez Russell Gomez. Inez is the editorial page editor of the Santa Fe New Mexican – notable that we haven’t talked to an editorial page editor or a New Mexican yet. Her journalism career spans more than 40 years, much of that in New Mexico. Inez talked about her journalism origin story and her present role both writing editorials and producing an editorial page. She also discussed the special relationship that her newspaper has with the city of Santa Fe. Inez’s salute: The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Inez Russell Gomez. Inez is the editorial page editor of the Santa Fe New Mexican – notable that we haven’t talked to an editorial page editor or a New Mexican yet. Her journalism career spans more than 40 years, much of that in New Mexico.

Inez talked about her journalism origin story and her present role both writing editorials and producing an editorial page. She also discussed the special relationship that her newspaper has with the city of Santa Fe.

Inez’s salute: The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/inezrussell?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Inez Russell Gomez</a>. Inez is the editorial page editor of the <a href="https://www.santafenewmexican.com/" rel="nofollow">Santa Fe New Mexican</a> – notable that we haven’t talked to an editorial page editor or a New Mexican yet. Her journalism career spans more than 40 years, much of that in New Mexico.</p><p>Inez talked about her journalism origin story and her present role both writing editorials and producing an editorial page. She also discussed the special relationship that her newspaper has with the city of Santa Fe.</p><p><strong>Inez’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://nmfog.org/" rel="nofollow">The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> adfead33-dbbe-4c7b-9f27-244cf769acd1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6525d557-4330-4d72-8569-21335a604ff4 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2199 no full Liz Robbins, Director of Journalism Partnerships at Define American Liz Robbins, Director of Journalism Partnerships at Define American 101 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Liz Robbins. Liz is currently the director of journalism partnerships for Define American, an organization whose goal is to humanize the immigrant experience in the media one story at a time. Prior to this job, Liz was a longtime reporter for the New York Times, first covering sports and then immigration. She’s also a journalism teacher and professor and wrote a book about the New York City Marathon. Liz talked about her career and her goal of humanizing the people in the many features she wrote. She also explained the goals of Define American and explained the day-to-day work that she is doing for that organization, including best practices regarding language and the use of anonymous sources. Liz’s salute: Documented NY Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode we’re joined by Liz Robbins. Liz is currently the director of journalism partnerships for Define American, an organization whose goal is to humanize the immigrant experience in the media one story at a time.


Prior to this job, Liz was a longtime reporter for the New York Times, first covering sports and then immigration. She’s also a journalism teacher and professor and wrote a book about the New York City Marathon.


Liz talked about her career and her goal of humanizing the people in the many features she wrote. She also explained the goals of Define American and explained the day-to-day work that she is doing for that organization, including best practices regarding language and the use of anonymous sources.


Liz’s salute: Documented NY


Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/bylizrobbins" rel="nofollow">Liz Robbins</a>. Liz is currently the director of journalism partnerships for <a href="http://defineamerican.com/" rel="nofollow">Define American</a>, an organization whose goal is to humanize the immigrant experience in the media one story at a time.</p><p><br></p><p>Prior to this job, Liz was a longtime reporter for the New York Times, first covering sports and then immigration. She’s also a journalism teacher and professor and wrote a book about the New York City Marathon.</p><p><br></p><p>Liz talked about her career and her goal of humanizing the people in the many features she wrote. She also explained the goals of Define American and explained the day-to-day work that she is doing for that organization, including best practices regarding language and <a href="https://defineamerican.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Quoting-Immigrants-2022.pdf" rel="nofollow">the use of anonymous sources</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Liz’s salute</strong>: <a href="https://documentedny.com/" rel="nofollow">Documented NY</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 25de4528-c9da-451f-bf54-be716c5d94ec https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9fc2cf47-feb1-4d21-9fc4-ec8afe285e8a Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2051 no full Scott MacFarlane, Congress/January 6 Reporter - CBS News Scott MacFarlane, Congress/January 6 Reporter - CBS News 100 1 Mark Simon For our 100th episode, we’re joined by Scott MacFarlane, who covers Congress and the January 6th aftermath for CBS News. Scott has been with CBS since January after leaving the NBC affiliate in DC. He’s covered Washington D.C. for nearly 20 years and has had a long career as an investigative journalist. His Twitter (@macfarlanenews) is the go-to source for information about every January 6th court case. Scott talked about how he keeps track of all the January 6th cases and why he puts such a strong emphasis on the under-the-radar cases. He explained the challenge of keeping his reactions to what he’s seen and heard in check, how he makes his social media coverage differentiating, and why the most important lesson he’s learned in his career is one about fairness. Scott’s salute: Alex Silverman, Director of News and Programming, KNX Radio, Los Angeles. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. For our 100th episode, we’re joined by Scott MacFarlane, who covers Congress and the January 6 aftermath for CBS News. Scott has been with CBS since January after leaving the NBC affiliate in DC. He’s covered Washington D.C. for nearly 20 years and has had a long career as an investigative journalist. His Twitter (@macfarlanenews) is the go-to source for information about every January 6th court case.

Scott talked about how he keeps track of all the January 6th cases and why he puts such a strong emphasis on the under-the-radar cases. He explained the challenge of keeping his reactions to what he’s seen and heard in check, how he makes his social media coverage differentiating, and why the most important lesson he’s learned in his career is one about fairness.

Scott’s salute: Alex Silverman, Director of News and Programming, KNX Radio, Los Angeles.

To read a transcript of this episode, click here.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>For our 100<sup>th</sup> episode, we’re joined by Scott MacFarlane, who covers Congress and the January 6 aftermath for CBS News. Scott has been with CBS since January after leaving the NBC affiliate in DC. He’s covered Washington D.C. for nearly 20 years and has had a long career as an investigative journalist. His Twitter (<a href="http://twitter.com/macfarlanenews" rel="nofollow">@macfarlanenews</a>) is the go-to source for information about every January 6<sup>th</sup> court case.</p><p>Scott talked about how he keeps track of all the January 6<sup>th</sup> cases and why he puts such a strong emphasis on the under-the-radar cases. He explained the challenge of keeping his reactions to what he’s seen and heard in check, how he makes his social media coverage differentiating, and why the most important lesson he’s learned in his career is one about fairness.</p><p><strong>Scott’s salute:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/alexsilverman" rel="nofollow">Alex Silverman</a>, Director of News and Programming, KNX Radio, Los Angeles.</p><p>To read a transcript of this episode, <a href="https://thejournalismsalute.org/2022/11/28/100-scott-macfarlane-cbs-news-january-6-and-congress-reporter/" rel="nofollow">click here</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://MarkSimonmedia.com" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod.</a></p> b126b67d-0af9-41e5-b046-c7e248069836 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c2d016dc-2041-4c13-91ee-ef0319b063c7 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:05:00 +0000 1657 no full Nick Hirshon, Guest Editor, American Journalism Nick Hirshon, Guest Editor, American Journalism 99 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Nick Hirshon. Nick’s our first repeat guest. He’s an associate producer of communications at William Paterson University, a co-host of the Journalism History podcast, and is the editor of the upcoming issue of the academic journal – American Journalism. That’s our subject today. The issues looks at the history of investigative reporting, the hook being the 50th anniversary of the Watergate Break-In. Nick talked about the different types of pieces, from a look at investigative journalism’s origin stories to pieces on the media’s role in the Watergate story, and interviews with a wide range of journalists, including Connie Chung, Steve Scully, and actress Jane Seymour. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we’re joined by Nick Hirshon. Nick’s our first repeat guest. He’s an associate professor of communications at William Paterson University, a co-host of the Journalism History podcast, and is the editor of the upcoming issue of the academic journal – American Journalism. That’s our subject today.

The issues looks at the history of investigative reporting, the hook being the 50th anniversary of the Watergate Break-In. Nick talked about the different types of pieces, from a look at investigative journalism’s origin stories to pieces on the media’s role in the Watergate story, and interviews with a wide range of journalists, including Connie Chung, Steve Scully, and actress Jane Seymour.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://nick-hirshon.com/" rel="nofollow">Nick Hirshon</a>. Nick’s our first repeat guest. He’s an associate professor of communications at William Paterson University, a co-host of the <a href="https://journalism-history.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow">Journalism History podcast</a>, and is the editor of the upcoming issue of the academic journal – <a href="https://www.american-journalism.org/" rel="nofollow"><em>American Journalism</em></a>. That’s our subject today.</p><p>The issues looks at the history of investigative reporting, the hook being the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Watergate Break-In. Nick talked about the different types of pieces, from a look at investigative journalism’s origin stories to pieces on the media’s role in the Watergate story, and interviews with a wide range of journalists, including Connie Chung, Steve Scully, and actress Jane Seymour.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 69dc68de-bc10-47ac-970d-f85b02bc07a1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/72659d30-e8e9-4739-bec3-75991543148a Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2769 no full Cyd Zeigler, Co-Founder, Outsports.com Cyd Zeigler, Co-Founder, Outsports.com 98 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Cyd Zeigler. Cyd is the co-founder of Outsports, a website covering LGBTQ+ issues in sports. He’s also the author/co-author of 3 books, most recently My Life On The Line: How the NFL Damn Near Killed Me and Ended Up Saving My Life by Ryan O’Callaghan. He’s broken many stories related to athletes coming out publicly regarding their sexuality and is a member of the National Gay and Lesbian Journalists Hall of Fame. Cyd talked about the website’s founding and how it has evolved over the last 20+ years. He explained how he works with athletes on their coming out stories, shared his thoughts on what journalists get wrong in their coverage of the LGBTQ+ community, and provided examples of stories he’s done, including one on former Cincinnati Reds and FOX Sports broadcaster Thom Brennaman. Cyd’s Salute: LZ Granderson Outsports Podcasts can be found here Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Cyd Zeigler.

Cyd is the co-founder of Outsports, a website covering LGBTQ+ issues in sports. He’s also the author/co-author of 3 books, most recently My Life On The Line: How the NFL Damn Near Killed Me and Ended Up Saving My Life by Ryan O’Callaghan. He’s broken many stories related to athletes coming out publicly regarding their sexuality and is a member of the National Gay and Lesbian Journalists Hall of Fame.

Cyd talked about the website’s founding and how it has evolved over the last 20+ years. He explained how he works with athletes on their coming out stories, shared his thoughts on what journalists get wrong in their coverage of the LGBTQ+ community, and provided examples of stories he’s done, including one on former Cincinnati Reds and FOX Sports broadcaster Thom Brennaman.

Cyd’s Salute: LZ Granderson

Outsports Podcasts can be found here

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/cydzeigler" rel="nofollow">Cyd Zeigler</a>.</p><p>Cyd is the co-founder of <a href="http://twitter.com/cydzeigler" rel="nofollow">Outsports</a>, a website covering LGBTQ+ issues in sports. He’s also the author/co-author of 3 books, most recently <a href="https://www.amazon.com/My-Life-Line-Killed-Saving/dp/1617757586" rel="nofollow"><em>My Life On The Line: How the NFL Damn Near Killed Me and Ended Up Saving My Life</em></a><em> </em><span>by Ryan O’Callaghan. He’s broken many stories related to athletes coming out publicly regarding their sexuality and is a member of the National Gay and Lesbian Journalists Hall of Fame.</span></p><p><span>Cyd talked about the website’s founding and how it has evolved over the last 20+ years. He explained how he works with athletes on their coming out stories, shared his thoughts on what journalists get wrong in their coverage of the LGBTQ+ community, and provided examples of stories he’s done, including </span><a href="https://t.co/n3ItK8D2He" rel="nofollow">one on former Cincinnati Reds and FOX Sports broadcaster Thom Brennaman</a><span>.</span></p><p><strong>Cyd’s Salute: </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/lzgranderson" rel="nofollow">LZ Granderson</a></p><p>Outsports Podcasts can be found <a href="https://www.outsports.com/podcast" rel="nofollow">here</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 5ab5ada0-e026-4f16-b296-9c22d037ff1e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/606aa7f1-7822-446b-a2b4-7ea718e10d2f Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2078 no full Trân Nguyễn , San Jose Spotlight Trân Nguyễn , San Jose Spotlight 97 1 Mark Simon Trân Nguyễn is a bilingual investigative reporter and data journalist who has covered the Vietnamese community, homelessness and health care in Santa Clara County for the San Jose Spotlight. She is a native of Saigon, Vietnam and grew up in an environment in which most media was state-sponsored. Now, she’s covering a city with the largest Vietnamese population in the United States. Tran talked about her career path, explained the purpose of the Spotlight, discussed the kinds of stories she covers, and explained her writing style. She also talked about the mentors that were key to her development as a journalist. Trân’s salutes: Damon Kiesow, University of Missouri and Sisi Wei founder of the Journalists of Color Slack and editor-in-chief of The Markup. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Trân Nguyễn is a bilingual investigative reporter and data journalist who has covered the Vietnamese community, homelessness and health care in Santa Clara County for the San Jose Spotlight via Report for America. She is a native of Saigon, Vietnam and grew up in an environment in which most media was state-sponsored. Now, she’s covering a city with the largest Vietnamese population in the United States.

Tran talked about her career path, explained the purpose of the Spotlight, discussed the kinds of stories she covers, and explained her writing style. She also talked about the mentors that were key to her development as a journalist.

Trân’s salutes: Damon Kiesow, University of Missouri and Sisi Wei founder of the DEI Coalition Slack and editor-in-chief of The Markup.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>Trân Nguyễn is a bilingual investigative reporter and data journalist who has covered the Vietnamese community, homelessness and health care in Santa Clara County for the <a href="http://sanjosespotlight.com" rel="nofollow">San Jose Spotlight</a> via <a href="http://reportforamerica.org" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>. She is a native of Saigon, Vietnam and grew up in an environment in which most media was state-sponsored. Now, she’s covering a city with the largest Vietnamese population in the United States.</p><p>Tran talked about her career path, explained the purpose of the Spotlight, discussed the kinds of stories she covers, and explained her writing style. She also talked about the mentors that were key to her development as a journalist.</p><p>Trân’s salutes: <a href="https://journalism.missouri.edu/people/damon-kiesow/" rel="nofollow">Damon Kiesow, University of Missouri</a> and <a href="https://sisiwei.com/" rel="nofollow">Sisi Wei founder of the DEI Coalition Slack</a> and editor-in-chief of The Markup.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 56ecc143-34f5-42a2-b894-81180a847df0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e377d6c8-da68-4b66-a584-091509844572 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1882 no full Alissa Quart, Economic Hardship Reporting Project Alissa Quart, Economic Hardship Reporting Project 96 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we salute and talk to Alissa Quart. Alissa is the executive director of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project. The Economic Hardship Reporting Project funds and co-publishes reporting, supporting independent journalists who do stories that counteract typical narratives all related to inequality. It can be found at economichardship.org. Alissa talked about her career, provided examples of what the group does, and explained why reporting on inequity is so important. Alissa’s salute: The Debt Collective. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon talks to Alissa Quart. Alissa is the executive director of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project.

The Economic Hardship Reporting Project funds and co-publishes reporting, supporting independent journalists who do stories that counteract typical narratives all related to inequality. It can be found at economichardship.org.

Alissa talked about her career, provided examples of what the group does, and explained why reporting on inequity is so important.

Alissa’s salute: The Debt Collective.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talks to <a href="http://twitter.com/lisquart" rel="nofollow">Alissa Quart</a>. Alissa is the executive director of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project.</p><p>The Economic Hardship Reporting Project funds and co-publishes reporting, supporting independent journalists who do stories that counteract typical narratives all related to inequality. It can be found at <a href="http://economichardship.org/" rel="nofollow">economichardship.org</a>.</p><p>Alissa talked about her career, provided examples of what the group does, and explained why reporting on inequity is so important.</p><p>Alissa’s salute: <a href="http://debtcollective.org/" rel="nofollow">The Debt Collective</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 187708db-2817-41b2-ae7d-c7ddde2a8511 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/007e4ba9-c09c-4b5d-bf78-95538c4ed74c Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1905 no full Donnell Suggs, Editor-in-Chief, The Atlanta Volce Donnell Suggs, Editor-in-Chief, The Atlanta Volce 95 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we salute and interview Donnell Suggs, editor-in-chief of The Atlanta Voice, which is the longest running and only Black newspaper in Atlanta. Donnell has covered business, features, real estate, religion, and sports during his time in the industry. He’s a native of Brooklyn N.Y. He talked about his time as a New York City police officer and why he decided he wanted to become a full-time journalist. He explained why he loved print journalism so much, what makes The Atlanta Voice an important newspaper in 2022, and how he tries to make the paper’s coverage distinct. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we salute and interview Donnell Suggs, editor-in-chief of The Atlanta Voice, which is the longest running and only Black newspaper in Atlanta.

 Donnell has covered business, features, real estate, religion, and sports during his time in the industry. He’s a native of Brooklyn N.Y.

 He talked about his time as a New York City police officer and why he decided he wanted to become a full-time journalist. He explained why he loved print journalism so much, what makes The Atlanta Voice an important newspaper in 2022, and how he tries to make the paper’s coverage distinct.

 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we salute and interview <a href="https://twitter.com/suggswriter?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Donnell Suggs</a>, editor-in-chief of <a href="https://theatlantavoice.com/" rel="nofollow"><em>The Atlanta Voice</em></a><em>, </em>which is the longest running and only Black newspaper in Atlanta.</p><p> Donnell has covered business, features, real estate, religion, and sports during his time in the industry. He’s a native of Brooklyn N.Y. </p><p> He talked about his time as a New York City police officer and why he decided he wanted to become a full-time journalist. He explained why he loved print journalism so much, what makes <em>The Atlanta Voice </em>an important newspaper in 2022, and how he tries to make the paper’s coverage distinct.</p><p><em> </em>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 2261719d-bfec-414d-a400-d74192d25156 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/794b0787-ffe8-4dbb-8c0f-2f97d677756d Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1661 no full Wesley Early, Reporter: Alaska Public Media Wesley Early, Reporter: Alaska Public Media 94 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Wesley Early, a reporter for Alaska Public Media, who covers covering city government and Anchorage life. Wesley talked about his career, which has taken him through both large and small markers in Alaska, and the day-to-day duties of the job. He also explained how being Black in a state with a very small Black population plays a role in how he does his job. And he cleared up some misconceptions that media members in the lower 48 states have about his state. Wesley’s salute: KYUK, Bethel, Alaska Wesley’s Twitter: @wesley_early Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Wesley Early, a reporter for Alaska Public Media, who covers city government and Anchorage life.

 Wesley talked about his career, which has taken him through both large and small markers in Alaska, and the day-to-day duties of the job. He also explained how being Black in a state with a very small Black population plays a role in how he does his job. And he cleared up some misconceptions that media members in the lower 48 states have about his state.

 Wesley’s salute: KYUK, Bethel, Alaska

Wesley’s Twitter: @wesley_early

 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="https://alaskapublic.org/author/wearly/" rel="nofollow">Wesley Early</a>, a reporter for Alaska Public Media, who covers city government and Anchorage life.</p><p> Wesley talked about his career, which has taken him through both large and small markers in Alaska, and the day-to-day duties of the job. He also explained how being Black in a state with a very small Black population plays a role in how he does his job. And he cleared up some misconceptions that media members in the lower 48 states have about his state.</p><p> Wesley’s salute: <a href="http://kyuk.org/" rel="nofollow">KYUK, Bethel, Alaska</a></p><p>Wesley’s Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/wesley_early" rel="nofollow">@wesley_early</a></p><p> Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 09ea142f-74b0-43b4-8e26-352d75dc97bd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8688195e-0945-4e53-818a-56f7e51dd34b Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2153 no full Jane Wolfe, Author- Burl: Journalism Giant and Medical Trailblazer Jane Wolfe, Author- Burl: Journalism Giant and Medical Trailblazer 93 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Jane Wolfe. Jane is a longtime journalist who has written 3 biographies, the most recent of which is titled Burl, Journalism Giant and Medical Trailblazer. It’s about Burl Osborne, a prominent journalist and newspaper publisher who had a distinguished career at the Associated Press and The Dallas Morning News. Jane talked about her career, about Burl’s life, and the process of writing a biographies – which parts she likes and which parts she doesn’t like. Jane’s salute: University of Texas-Austin School of Journalism and Media Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Jane Wolfe. Jane is a longtime journalist who has written 3 biographies, the most recent of which is titled Burl, Journalism Giant and Medical Trailblazer. It’s about Burl Osborne, a prominent journalist and newspaper publisher who had a distinguished career at the Associated Press and The Dallas Morning News.

Jane talked about her career, about Burl’s life, and the process of writing a biographies – which parts she likes and which parts she doesn’t like.

Jane’s salute: University of Texas-Austin School of Journalism and Media

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Jane-Wolfe/e/B001KDF74U%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share" rel="nofollow">Jane Wolfe</a>. Jane is a longtime journalist who has written 3 biographies, the most recent of which is titled <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Burl-Journalism-Giant-Medical-Trailblazer/dp/1524871796/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=" rel="nofollow"><em>Burl, Journalism Giant and Medical Trailblazer</em></a>. It’s about Burl Osborne, a prominent journalist and newspaper publisher who had a distinguished career at the Associated Press and <em>The Dallas Morning News</em>.</p><p>Jane talked about her career, about Burl’s life, and the process of writing a biographies – which parts she likes and which parts she doesn’t like.</p><p>Jane’s salute: <a href="https://twitter.com/utjschool" rel="nofollow">University of Texas-Austin School of Journalism and Media</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> cf61326c-1ddf-4cc2-adfb-f67afb6dcd35 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/525fd1b0-3a72-4853-89f5-0d909075f9cb Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1435 no full Ben Welsh, Visiting Senior Data Journalist at Stanford University Ben Welsh, Visiting Senior Data Journalist at Stanford University 92 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Welsh, the visiting senior data journalist at Stanford University who is working on the project, Big Local News. He’s also been a longtime data journalism editor at the Los Angeles Times. Ben talked about his journalism origin story, the different projects he’s worked on, how Big Local News is helping to make data journalism accessible to smaller media outlets, and the importance of the field of data journalism. Ben’s Twitter Details on Ben’s work at Stanford Studs Terkel podcast Homepages.news Ben’s salute: The Las Vegas Review Journal On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Welsh, the visiting senior data journalist at Stanford University who is working on the project, Big Local News. He’s also been a longtime data journalism editor at the Los Angeles Times.

Ben talked about his journalism origin story, the different projects he’s worked on, how Big Local News is helping to make data journalism accessible to smaller media outlets, and the importance of the field of data journalism.

Ben’s Twitter

Details on Ben’s work at Stanford

Studs Terkel podcast

Homepages.news


Ben’s salute: The Las Vegas Review Journal

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://palewi.re/" rel="nofollow">Ben Welsh</a>, the visiting senior data journalist at Stanford University who is working on the project, Big Local News. He’s also been a longtime data journalism editor at the Los Angeles Times.</p><p>Ben talked about his journalism origin story, the different projects he’s worked on, how Big Local News is helping to make data journalism accessible to smaller media outlets, and the importance of the field of data journalism.</p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/palewire" rel="nofollow">Ben’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://jsk.stanford.edu/news/2021/ben-welsh-named-visiting-senior-data-journalist-at-stanfords-big-local-news/" rel="nofollow">Details on Ben’s work at Stanford</a></p><p><a href="https://studs.show/" rel="nofollow">Studs Terkel podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://palewi.re/docs/news-homepages/" rel="nofollow">Homepages.news</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ben’s salute: <a href="https://www.reviewjournal.com/" rel="nofollow">The Las Vegas Review Journal</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 4661dd0b-a145-4324-b685-ac78dfa01013 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/daa7ecd2-2d05-41a9-8499-ebc59041b8ee Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1922 no full John Vitti: Multi-Platform Sports Editor, Teacher, Founder: Headliners in Education John Vitti: Multi-Platform Sports Editor, Teacher, Founder: Headliners in Education 91 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we salute John Vitti. John is a man of many skills. He’s been a layout, copy, and online editor/multi-platform editor for the sports department of the Boston Globe for 23 years. He’s also a high school journalism teacher, an elementary school newspaper advisor, and the founder of a journalism program for kids, Headliners in Education. John talked with Mark Simon about all of those roles as well as the value of teaching journalism concepts to kids, even if they don’t want to become journalists. John’s salutes Press Pass NYC Journalistic Learning Initiative (Ed Madison, its founder, is a past guest) Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we salute John Vitti. John is a man of many skills. He’s been a layout, copy, and online editor/multi-platform editor for the sports department of the Boston Globe for 23 years. He’s also a high school journalism teacher, an elementary school newspaper advisor, and the founder of a journalism program for kids, Headliners in Education.

John talked with Mark Simon about all of those roles as well as the value of teaching journalism concepts to kids, even if they don’t want to become journalists.

John’s salutes

Press Pass NYC

Journalistic Learning Initiative (Ed Madison, its founder, is a past guest)

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we salute <a href="https://twitter.com/globevitti" rel="nofollow">John Vitti</a>. John is a man of many skills. He’s been a layout, copy, and online editor/multi-platform editor for the sports department of the Boston Globe for 23 years. He’s also a high school journalism teacher, an elementary school newspaper advisor, and the founder of a journalism program for kids, <a href="https://hieshowcase.com/" rel="nofollow">Headliners in Education</a>.</p><p>John talked with <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> about all of those roles as well as the value of teaching journalism concepts to kids, even if they don’t want to become journalists.</p><p><strong>John’s salutes</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.presspassnyc.org/" rel="nofollow">Press Pass NYC</a></p><p><a href="https://journalisticlearning.com/" rel="nofollow">Journalistic Learning Initiative</a> (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-ed-madison-journalistic-learning-initiative/id1526063503?i=1000516898156" rel="nofollow">Ed Madison</a>, its founder, is a past guest)</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 165b5d8f-fd6d-4008-98d2-52d101aa0465 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e4a46672-9185-48d0-beb3-6c7f454e19c0 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:18:00 +0000 2020 no full Alexis Terrazas, Editor-In-Chief, El Tecolote Alexis Terrazas, Editor-In-Chief, El Tecolote 90 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we salute and interview Alexis Terrazas. He’s the editor in chief of El Tecolote (The Owl), a bilingual Latino newspaper that has served the San Francisco Bay Area Latino community since 1970. Prior to that, he wrote for Patch and the San Francisco Examiner. Alexis shared his journalism origin story, explained the types of stories that El Tecolote covered, and detailed why he’s so passionate about his job and the newspaper’s mission. El Tecolote’s Twitter account Alexis’s salute: Renaissance Journalism Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we salute and interview Alexis Terrazas.

He’s the editor in chief of El Tecolote (The Owl), a bilingual Latino newspaper that has served the San Francisco Bay Area Latino community since 1970. Prior to that, he wrote for Patch and the San Francisco Examiner. 

Alexis shared his journalism origin story, explained the types of stories that El Tecolote covered, and detailed why he’s so passionate about his job and the newspaper’s mission.

El Tecolote’s Twitter account

Alexis’s salute: Renaissance Journalism

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we salute and interview <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexisGTerrazas" rel="nofollow">Alexis Terrazas</a>.</p><p>He’s the editor in chief of <a href="http://eltecolote.org/" rel="nofollow">El Tecolote</a> (The Owl), a bilingual Latino newspaper that has served the San Francisco Bay Area Latino community since 1970. Prior to that, he wrote for Patch and the San Francisco Examiner. </p><p>Alexis shared his journalism origin story, explained the types of stories that El Tecolote covered, and detailed why he’s so passionate about his job and the newspaper’s mission.</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/eltecolotesf" rel="nofollow">El Tecolote’s Twitter account</a></p><p>Alexis’s salute: <a href="https://renjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">Renaissance Journalism</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 929bc584-4948-4dea-b68e-29da9d19de1e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/43b6521e-2a9b-4040-a3fe-a56117f4c3e3 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1959 no full Katie Hawkins-Gaar: Digital Women Leaders; My Sweet Dumb Brain Katie Hawkins-Gaar: Digital Women Leaders; My Sweet Dumb Brain 89 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we salute Katie Hawkins-Gaar. Katie is a freelance writer and the founder of Digital Women Leaders, a mentoring program for women and non-binary people working in news who are looking for advice from someone who understands their experience. It’s a free program with dozens of coaches available for a 30-minute session. Katie also edits the newsletter, My Sweet Dumb Brain, a newsletter about facing the ups and downs of life, all while being kind to yourself. Katie talked about her journalism experience, how the Digital Women Leaders program works and the type of advice mentees receive, and gave examples of topics that she addresses in her newsletter, which often focuses on mental health. Katie’s salute: Sahan Journal Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On today’s episode, we salute Katie Hawkins-Gaar.

 Katie is a freelance writer and the founder of Digital Women Leaders, a mentoring program for women and non-binary people working in news who are looking for advice from someone who understands their experience. It’s a free program with dozens of coaches available for a 30-minute session.

Katie also edits the newsletter, My Sweet Dumb Brain, a newsletter about facing the ups and downs of life, all while being kind to yourself.

Katie talked about her journalism experience, how the Digital Women Leaders program works and the type of advice mentees receive, and gave examples of topics that she addresses in her newsletter, which often focuses on mental health.

Katie’s salute: Sahan Journal

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we salute <a href="http://khgwrites.com/" rel="nofollow">Katie Hawkins-Gaar</a>.</p><p> Katie is a freelance writer and the founder of <a href="http://digitalwomenleaders.com/" rel="nofollow">Digital Women Leaders</a>, a mentoring program for women and non-binary people working in news who are looking for advice from someone who understands their experience. It’s a free program with dozens of coaches available for a 30-minute session.</p><p>Katie also edits the newsletter, <a href="http://mysweetdumbbrain.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">My Sweet Dumb Brain</a>, a newsletter about facing the ups and downs of life, all while being kind to yourself.</p><p>Katie talked about her journalism experience, how the Digital Women Leaders program works and the type of advice mentees receive, and gave <a href="https://mysweetdumbbrain.substack.com/p/we-knew-it-was-coming" rel="nofollow">examples of topics that she addresses</a> in her newsletter, which often focuses on mental health.</p><p>Katie’s salute: <a href="http://sahanjournal.com/" rel="nofollow">Sahan Journal</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> eb42037b-0e74-49d4-8d25-8fd14d98271a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/bdac4427-3aca-48ff-ab71-2f850b22138e Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1709 no full Ahmed Ahmed, Nevada Student Journalist of the Year Ahmed Ahmed, Nevada Student Journalist of the Year 87 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Ahmed Ahmed. Ahmed was named the Nevada Student Journalist of the Year – by the Journalism Education Association. He spent 3 years on the staff of the Southwest Shadow at Southwest Career and Technical Academy. And he’s now headed to U of Chicago to study political science. Ahmed talked about his journalism origin story, why opinion writing is so important to him, who his greatest influences are, and what his future ambitions are. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Links Ahmed’s Salute: Youth Journalism International Ahmed’s work for the Shadow Ahmed’s website and portfolio On this episode, we’re joined by Ahmed Ahmed. Ahmed was named the Nevada Student Journalist of the Year – by the Journalism Education Association. He spent 3 years on the staff of the Southwest Shadow at Southwest Career and Technical Academy. And he’s now headed to the University of Chicago to study political science.

Ahmed talked about his journalism origin story, why opinion writing is so important to him, who his greatest influences are, and what his future ambitions are.

 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

Links

 Ahmed’s Salute: Youth Journalism International

 Ahmed’s work for the Shadow

Ahmed’s website and portfolio

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Ahmed Ahmed. Ahmed was named the Nevada Student Journalist of the Year – by the <a href="http://jea.org/" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association</a>. He spent 3 years on the staff of the <a href="http://southwestshadow.com/" rel="nofollow">Southwest Shadow</a> at <a href="http://swcta.net/" rel="nofollow">Southwest Career and Technical Academy</a>. And he’s now headed to the University of Chicago to study political science.</p><p>Ahmed talked about his journalism origin story, why opinion writing is so important to him, who his greatest influences are, and what his future ambitions are.</p><p> Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p> Ahmed’s Salute: <a href="http://youthjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">Youth Journalism International</a></p><p> <a href="https://southwestshadow.com/staff_name/ahmed-ahmed/" rel="nofollow">Ahmed’s work for the Shadow</a></p><p><a href="https://ahmed225137.wixsite.com/portfolio" rel="nofollow">Ahmed’s website and portfolio</a></p> c5c09c32-6bfc-409c-b6b8-8b4a813c0273 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/daa8087e-0bf1-4e19-bd6e-5542dddff311 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1277 no full Anushka De, National Student Journalist of the Year Anushka De, National Student Journalist of the Year 88 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Anushka De. Anushka is a freshman from Cupertino California studying computer science at Stanford University. This past year, Anushka was named the Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year and the National Scholastic Press Association’s Writer of the Year. Anushka talked about her initial fear of being a journalist and how she overcame it along with the great work she did on El Estoque, the student publication of Monta Vista High School. She discussed the high standards the journalism program at her school has and how students strive to fulfill them. And she shared her future goals. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. Anushka's salutes: High school newspapers, including the Berkley High Jacket, the Lynbrook Epic, and the Cupertino Prospector LINKS Anuskha’s portfolio (including stories referenced within interview) On this episode, we’re joined by Anushka De. Anushka is a freshman from Cupertino California studying computer science at Stanford University.

This past year, Anushka was named the Journalism Education Association Student Journalist of the Year and the National Scholastic Press Association’s Writer of the Year.

 Anushka talked about her initial fear of being a journalist and how she overcame it along with the great work she did on El Estoque, the student publication of Monta Vista High School. She discussed the high standards the journalism program at her school has and how students strive to fulfill them. And she shared her future goals.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. 

Anushka's salutes:

High school newspapers, including the Berkley High Jacket, the Lynbrook Epic, and the Cupertino Prospector

LINKS

Anuskha’s portfolio (including stories referenced within interview)

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushkadde/" rel="nofollow">Anushka De</a>. Anushka is a freshman from Cupertino California studying computer science at Stanford University.</p><p>This past year, Anushka was named the <a href="http://jea.org/" rel="nofollow">Journalism Education Association</a> Student Journalist of the Year and the <a href="http://studentpress.org/" rel="nofollow">National Scholastic Press Association’s</a> Writer of the Year.</p><p> Anushka talked about her initial fear of being a journalist and how she overcame it along with the great work she did on <a href="https://elestoque.org/" rel="nofollow">El Estoque</a>, the student publication of <a href="https://mvhs.fuhsd.org/" rel="nofollow">Monta Vista High School</a>. She discussed the high standards the journalism program at her school has and how students strive to fulfill them. And she shared her future goals.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. </p><p><strong>Anushka&#39;s salutes:</strong></p><p>High school newspapers, including the <a href="https://berkeleyhighjacket.com/" rel="nofollow">Berkley High Jacket</a>, the <a href="https://lhsepic.com/" rel="nofollow">Lynbrook Epic</a>, and the <a href="https://chsprospector.com/" rel="nofollow">Cupertino Prospector</a></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.anushkadde.com/journalism" rel="nofollow">Anuskha’s portfolio</a> (including stories referenced within interview)</p> 7c2d7647-c3f3-404b-a7d0-831ad5cb3dda https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8f69f172-38d9-434d-abc3-73898e0f45c4 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2217 no full Erin Perry, Managing Editor of Outlier Media Erin Perry, Managing Editor of Outlier Media 86 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we salute Erin Perry, the managing editor of Outlier Media. Outlier Media is a Detroit-based service journalism organization that identifies, reports, and delivers valuable information to empower residents to hold landlords, municipal government, and elected officials accountable for longstanding problems. They do this with text messaging, newsletters, and a section of OutlierMedia.org Erin talked about her origin story and career path. She shared examples of the kinds of stories that Outlier covers and explained why it’s so needed in Detroit. She also shared her passion for journalism education and the steps needed to make journalism an appealing profession for Black and Latino students. Erin’s salute: Capital B, a non-profit for Black audiences. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod. On this episode, we salute Erin Perry, the managing editor of Outlier Media.

 Outlier Media is a Detroit-based service journalism organization that identifies, reports, and delivers valuable information to empower residents to hold landlords, municipal government, and elected officials accountable for longstanding problems.

They do this with text messaging, newsletters, and a section of OutlierMedia.org

Erin talked about her origin story and career path. She shared examples of the kinds of stories that Outlier covers and explained why it’s so needed in Detroit.

She also shared her passion for journalism education and the steps needed to make journalism an appealing profession for Black and Latino students.

Erin’s salute: Capital B, a non-profit for Black audiences.

 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we salute <a href="http://twitter.com/ieditnred" rel="nofollow">Erin Perry</a>, the managing editor of <a href="http://outliermedia.org" rel="nofollow">Outlier Media.</a></p><p> Outlier Media is a Detroit-based service journalism organization that identifies, reports, and delivers valuable information to empower residents to hold landlords, municipal government, and elected officials accountable for longstanding problems.</p><p>They do this with text messaging, newsletters, and a section of <a href="http://outliermedia.org/" rel="nofollow">OutlierMedia.org</a></p><p>Erin talked about her origin story and career path. She shared examples of the kinds of stories that Outlier covers and explained why it’s so needed in Detroit.</p><p>She also shared her passion for journalism education and the steps needed to make journalism an appealing profession for Black and Latino students.</p><p>Erin’s salute: <a href="http://twitter.com/capitalbnews" rel="nofollow">Capital B</a>, a non-profit for Black audiences.</p><p> Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> eb9048d2-6779-4163-a5ef-cd2933efafc8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/8d397f7b-576c-4156-8a3c-f3fe940077c4 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1822 no full Mariel Padilla, General Assignment Reporter: The 19th Mariel Padilla, General Assignment Reporter: The 19th 85 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Mariel Padilla. Mariel is a general assignment reporter for The 19th.

 The 19th is an independent non-profit newsroom reporting on gender, politics, and policy. It’s name invokes the 19th amendment, which gave women the right to vote.

She’s been with them for 2 years after working for a year as a reporting fellow for the NY Times. And she was a part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage both at The Times and while interning at the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Mariel talked about the stories she’s worked on for each of those organizations.

At the Enquirer that involved collecting data for a major story on the opioid crisis. At the Times, she worked on breaking news (including obituaries) and unusual features. And at The 19th, she’s worked on a wide range of coverage including the January 6 Hearings, the military, Afghan refugees, and abortion legislation.

Mariel also explained what makes coverage at The 19th distinct. Be sure to listen for her wonderful quote about how she views being a journalist.

 

Mariel’s salute: MIT Technology Review

 

Stories

Covering Cassidy Hutchinson testimony

Liz Cheney’s comments during hearing

Story on Afghan refugees

How the women of congress remember Jan. 6


 Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/marielpadilla_" rel="nofollow">Mariel Padilla</a>. Mariel is a general assignment reporter for <a href="http://19thnews.org/" rel="nofollow">The 19th</a>.</p><p> The 19<sup>th</sup> is an independent non-profit newsroom reporting on gender, politics, and policy. It’s name invokes the 19<sup>th</sup> amendment, which gave women the right to vote.</p><p>She’s been with them for 2 years after working for a year as a reporting fellow for the NY Times. And she was a part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage both at The Times and while interning at the Cincinnati Enquirer.</p><p>Mariel talked about the stories she’s worked on for each of those organizations.</p><p>At the Enquirer that involved collecting data for a major story on the opioid crisis. At the Times, she worked on breaking news (including obituaries) and unusual features. And at The 19<sup>th</sup>, she’s worked on a wide range of coverage including the January 6 Hearings, the military, Afghan refugees, and abortion legislation.</p><p>Mariel also explained what makes coverage at The 19<sup>th</sup> distinct. Be sure to listen for her wonderful quote about how she views being a journalist.</p><p> </p><p>Mariel’s salute: <a href="http://technologyreview.com/" rel="nofollow">MIT Technology Review</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Stories</strong></p><p><a href="https://19thnews.org/2022/06/aide-cassidy-hutchinson-jan-6-hearings-testimony/" rel="nofollow">Covering Cassidy Hutchinson testimony</a></p><p><a href="https://19thnews.org/2022/07/cheney-centers-women-january-6-hearings/" rel="nofollow">Liz Cheney’s comments during hearing</a></p><p><a href="https://19thnews.org/2022/02/afghan-women-refugees-resettle-united-states/" rel="nofollow">Story on Afghan refugees</a></p><p><a href="https://19thnews.org/2022/01/january-6-congress-women-democracy/" rel="nofollow">How the women of congress remember Jan. 6</a></p><p><br></p><p> Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> f4eb39d5-dcf4-4480-90b9-44438c31d5c6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/badf84fa-a1f7-4558-96a5-9e9d00c1a650 Tue, 16 Aug 2022 04:25:00 +0000 1844 no full Nicole Neroulias Gupte, Global Press Journal; Trailing-Spouse.com Nicole Neroulias Gupte, Global Press Journal; Trailing-Spouse.com 84 1 Mark Simon On this, we’re joined by Nicole Neroulias Gupte. Nicole is an editor with Global Press Journal, a news organization working with women around the world covering undercovered countries. She’s also the founder and executive editor of Trailing-Spouse.com, an online magazine and community that shares stories of expats, military families and significant others who have done adventurous things and reinvented their lives after partner-prompted relocations. Nicole talked about the work she’s done at Global Press (using a recent story set in Sri Lanka as an example). She also shared both her journalism origin story and the origin story and development of Trailing Spouse – and the goals she has for it. She also shared tips and advice for those looking to follow her lead in either editing role and explained why it’s important to get your Nintendo reflexes going before going on Jeopardy. Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Nicole Neroulias Gupte. Nicole is an editor with Global Press Journal, a news organization working with women around the world covering undercovered countries.

She’s also the founder and executive editor of Trailing-Spouse (Trailing-Spouse.com), an online magazine and community that shares stories of expats, military families and significant others who have done adventurous things and reinvented their lives after partner-prompted relocations.

Nicole talked about the work she’s done at Global Press (using a recent story set in Sri Lanka as an example). She also shared both her journalism origin story and the origin story and development of Trailing Spouse – and the goals she has for it.

 She also shared tips and advice for those looking to follow her lead in either editing role and explained why it’s important to get your Nintendo reflexes going before going on Jeopardy.

For more on Global Press Journal, listen to our interview with editor-in-chief, Jessica Meyers.

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/nicolemn6" rel="nofollow">Nicole Neroulias Gupte</a>. Nicole is an editor with <a href="http://globalpressjournal.com/" rel="nofollow">Global Press Journal</a>, a news organization working with women around the world covering undercovered countries.</p><p>She’s also the founder and executive editor of Trailing-Spouse (<a href="http://trailing-spouse.com/" rel="nofollow">Trailing-Spouse.com</a>), an online magazine and community that shares stories of expats, military families and significant others who have done adventurous things and reinvented their lives after partner-prompted relocations.</p><p>Nicole talked about the work she’s done at Global Press (using <a href="https://globalpressjournal.com/asia/sri_lanka/food-medicine-shortages-endanger-pregnant-women/" rel="nofollow">a recent story set in Sri Lanka</a> as an example). She also shared both her journalism origin story and the origin story and development of Trailing Spouse – and the goals she has for it.</p><p> She also shared tips and advice for those looking to follow her lead in either editing role and explained why it’s important to get your Nintendo reflexes going before going on Jeopardy.</p><p>For more on Global Press Journal, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jessica-meyers-editor-in-chief-global-press-journal/id1526063503?i=1000555545095" rel="nofollow">listen to our interview</a> with editor-in-chief, Jessica Meyers.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a> and Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://MarkSimonmedia.com" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonmedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> 61a211b2-18b7-4472-8fef-bbd85a1ee856 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7f2461b3-5fb4-4451-8b92-da63ef460f97 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1703 no full James Queally, Crime & Police Reporter, Los Angeles Times James Queally, Crime & Police Reporter, Los Angeles Times 83 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by James Queally, who covers courts, crime, and police for the Los Angeles Times. He previously had a similar job for the Newark Star-Ledger. 

James is the 2nd Pulitzer winner to join us (Ted Bridis is the other). He was part of a 2015 breaking news team that covered the San Bernadino terrorist attacks that won the Pulitzer. 

He’s also a book author – 2 novels.

James talked about his journalism origin story, how one phone call changed his interest from covering sports to covering crime. He also shared examples of reporting he’s done, from covering the recent trial of the man who murdered Nipsey Hussle to investigative work on racist police officers. And he talked about how he handles the grizzly nature of the job mentally.

James’ salute:

Keri Blakinger, Marshall Project

 

His website: JamesQueallyWriter.com

(includes links to his books)

 

His articles can be found here

Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, Mark's website (MarkSimonMedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/JamesQueallyLAT" rel="nofollow">James Queally</a>, who covers courts, crime, and police for the Los Angeles Times. He previously had a similar job for the Newark Star-Ledger. </p><p>James is the 2<sup>nd</sup> Pulitzer winner to join us (Ted Bridis is the other). He was part of a 2015 breaking news team that covered the San Bernadino terrorist attacks that won the Pulitzer. </p><p>He’s also a book author – 2 novels.</p><p>James talked about his journalism origin story, how one phone call changed his interest from covering sports to covering crime. He also shared examples of reporting he’s done, from covering the recent trial of the man who murdered Nipsey Hussle to investigative work on racist police officers. And he talked about how he handles the grizzly nature of the job mentally.</p><p><strong>James’ salute: </strong></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/keribla" rel="nofollow"><strong>Keri Blakinger, Marshall Project</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>His website: </strong><a href="http://jamesqueallywriter.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>JamesQueallyWriter.com</strong></a></p><p>(includes links to his books)</p><p> </p><p><strong>His articles can be </strong><a href="https://www.latimes.com/people/james-queally" rel="nofollow"><strong>found here</strong></a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a>, Mark&#39;s website (<a href="http://MarkSimonMedia.com" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonMedia.com</a>) or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> fc2b4f05-a84b-4dee-9475-17460230271b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/52d04e76-5ccc-4130-b493-6f75bfc58ece Tue, 02 Aug 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2392 no full Javeria Salman, Digital News Producer, Staff Writer: The Hechinger Report Javeria Salman, Digital News Producer, Staff Writer: The Hechinger Report 82 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Javeria Salman, a digital news producer and staff writer at The Hechinger Report, which covers innovation and inequality in education.

 

Her beat is the future of learning in kindergarten through 12th grade and her work is most often seen in a newsletter that comes out every 2 weeks. She’s based in New York City.

 

Javeria talked about her journalism career path, from emigrating to the United States from Pakistan to going to East Carolina University, where her observation of her Muslim faith stood out in an area that hosted rallies for Donald Trump.

 

She explained how student media provided her the best outlet to be successful, the types of stories she pursues as an education report, and how she relates to the stories and people she covers.

 

Javeria’s Salutes:

 

Rowaida Abdelaziz, Huffington Post

 

Middle East Eye

 

Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://marksimonmedia.com" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/javeriasal" rel="nofollow">Javeria Salman</a>, a digital news producer and staff writer at <a href="http://hechingerreport.org/" rel="nofollow">The Hechinger Report</a>, which covers innovation and inequality in education.</p><p> </p><p>Her beat is the future of learning in kindergarten through 12<sup>th</sup> grade and <a href="https://hechingerreport.org/author/javeria-salman/" rel="nofollow">her work</a> is most often seen in a newsletter that comes out every 2 weeks. She’s based in New York City.</p><p> </p><p>Javeria talked about her journalism career path, from emigrating to the United States from Pakistan to going to East Carolina University, where her observation of her Muslim faith stood out in an area that hosted rallies for Donald Trump.</p><p> </p><p>She explained how student media provided her the best outlet to be successful, the types of stories she pursues as an education report, and how she relates to the stories and people she covers.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Javeria’s Salutes:</strong></p><p> </p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/Rowaida_Abdel" rel="nofollow">Rowaida Abdelaziz</a>, Huffington Post</p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/" rel="nofollow">Middle East Eye</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a>, or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> 1b834843-a23c-44c1-b942-ad85c4be43e8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/86204bfd-2eb8-49e0-b31d-4ab10f0bcc32 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2017 no full Aneri Pattani, Reporter: Kaiser Health News Aneri Pattani, Reporter: Kaiser Health News 81 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Aneri Pattani. She’s a national correspondent for Kaiser Health News based in Raleigh, North Carolina. She has a VERY full resume – with internships, reporting, and radio producing work. She has won an award from INN for her news reporting.


Aneri is also teaching an online class on responsible reporting of suicides on the Coursera online platform and gave examples of lessons she’s encouraging others to follow..


She talked about covering mental health, from why that subject is of interest to her, to how she comes up with ideas and pursues stories. She also shared what she learned from past work experiences, internships and volunteer work, including one with aspiring student journalists in Syria.


Key quote: “I believe being a journalist is akin to being a student for life” and that “a journalist can bring about enlightenment, emotion and change.”


Aneri’s salute:

Rhitu Chatterjeee, NPR Mental Health Reporter


Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://khn.org/news/author/aneri-pattani/" rel="nofollow">Aneri Pattani</a>. She’s a national correspondent for <a href="http://khn.org/" rel="nofollow">Kaiser Health News</a> based in Raleigh, North Carolina. She has a VERY full resume – with internships, reporting, and radio producing work. She has won an award from INN for her news reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Aneri is also teaching <a href="https://www.coursera.org/learn/responsible-reporting-on-suicide-for-journalists" rel="nofollow">an online class on responsible reporting of suicides</a> on the Coursera online platform and gave examples of lessons she’s encouraging others to follow..</p><p><br></p><p>She talked about covering mental health, from why that subject is of interest to her, to how she comes up with ideas and pursues stories. She also shared what she learned from past work experiences, internships and volunteer work, including one with aspiring student journalists in Syria.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key quote:</strong> “I believe being a journalist is akin to being a student for life” and that “a journalist can bring about enlightenment, emotion and change.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Aneri’s salute:</strong></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/rhituc" rel="nofollow">Rhitu Chatterjeee</a>, NPR Mental Health Reporter</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a>, or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> fe489430-1ef2-4c96-88bb-180a688f71d0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3d08a6d0-883e-428e-8c8e-df09f9ebbed5 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2114 no full Jen Maxfield, WNBC-TV Reporter/Author "More After The Break" Jen Maxfield, WNBC-TV Reporter/Author "More After The Break" 80 1 Mark Simon On this episode Mark Simon talked to to Jen Maxfield. Jen is a reporter and substitute anchor for WNBC TV in New York. She’s has spent nearly 20 years reporting in and around New York City. She’s also the author of More After the Break from Greenleaf Press (out July 12) – this book revisits news stories from Jen’s reporting past.

It’s a book of storytelling and of where-are-they now reporting. It’s also a textbook of sorts that shows aspiring reporters – this is what it’s really like to do the work.

Jen talked to us about her journalism path, her storytelling process, and she explained how she mines details out of interview subjects, while always remembering to be empathetic. She also shared her biggest mistake and the impact it had on the rest of her career.

Jen's Podcast: More After the Break

Jen’s Journalism Salutes:

News12 NY’s Judayah Murray and Jordan Kissane

Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On this episode <a href="http://marksimonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> talked to to <a href="http://jenmaxfield.com/" rel="nofollow">Jen Maxfield</a>. Jen is a reporter and substitute anchor for WNBC TV in New York. She’s has spent nearly 20 years reporting in and around New York City. She’s also the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/More-After-Break-Reporter-Unforgettable/dp/1626349606" rel="nofollow"><em>More After the Break</em></a> from Greenleaf Press (out July 12) – this book revisits news stories from Jen’s reporting past.</p><p>It’s a book of storytelling and of where-are-they now reporting. It’s also a textbook of sorts that shows aspiring reporters – this is what it’s really like to do the work. </p><p>Jen talked to us about her journalism path, her storytelling process, and she explained how she mines details out of interview subjects, while always remembering to be empathetic. She also shared her biggest mistake and the impact it had on the rest of her career.</p><p>Jen&#39;s Podcast:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-after-the-break/id1626491033" rel="nofollow"> More After the Break</a></p><p><strong>Jen’s Journalism Salutes:</strong></p><p> News12 NY’s <a href="https://twitter.com/JudayahMurray" rel="nofollow">Judayah Murray</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/JordanKissaneTV" rel="nofollow">Jordan Kissane</a></p><p><span>Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at </span><a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a><span>, or tweet us at </span><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> ea3a3763-6848-47da-9d49-7b5da8684dd5 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7d5657a4-037b-4b7b-9163-007892c339f8 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1857 no full Mary C. Curtis, Columnist: Congressional Quarterly Roll Call Mary C. Curtis, Columnist: Congressional Quarterly Roll Call 79 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Mary C Curtis. Mary is a longtime reporter and editor, and now columnist for Congressional Quarterly Roll Call – covering the intersection of politics, race and culture. 

Mary is also a senior facilitator at The Op-Ed Project, a group that mentors people (mostly women) to share their stories and be thought leaders. She has 40 years in an NABJ Hall-of-Fame career in journalism to draw upon, including time as an editor at The New York Times and Baltimore Sun.

Mary talked about her journalism origin story – as a lifelong observer of people. She explained her column writing – where she gets her ideas and how she writes her ledes and her kickers. She also talked about the editing work she had done – and how she overcame misperceptions about her in newsrooms. And she explained the work she does for The Op-Ed Project.

Please share feedback on the show at journalismsalute@gmail.com or on Twitter at @journalismpod. And you can visit Mark Simon's website at MarkSimonMedia.com

Mary’s Salute: MLK50

Mary’s Podcast: Equal Time with Mary C. Curtis

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="https://www.maryccurtis.com/" rel="nofollow">Mary C Curtis</a>. Mary is a longtime reporter and editor, and now columnist for <a href="https://rollcall.com/author/mary-c-curtis/" rel="nofollow">Congressional Quarterly Roll Call</a> – covering the intersection of politics, race and culture. </p><p>Mary is also a senior facilitator at <a href="https://www.theopedproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Op-Ed Project</a>, a group that mentors people (mostly women) to share their stories and be thought leaders. She has 40 years in an NABJ Hall-of-Fame career in journalism to draw upon, including time as an editor at The New York Times and Baltimore Sun.</p><p>Mary talked about her journalism origin story – as a lifelong observer of people. She explained her column writing – where she gets her ideas and how she writes her ledes and her kickers. She also talked about the editing work she had done – and how she overcame misperceptions about her in newsrooms. And she explained the work she does for The Op-Ed Project.</p><p>Please share feedback on the show at journalismsalute@gmail.com or on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>. And you can visit Mark Simon&#39;s website at <a href="http://marksimonmedia.com" rel="nofollow">MarkSimonMedia.com</a></p><p>Mary’s Salute: <a href="http://mlk50.com/" rel="nofollow">MLK50</a></p><p>Mary’s Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equal-time-with-mary-c-curtis/id1532776127" rel="nofollow">Equal Time with Mary C. Curtis</a></p> 46da9817-4779-4965-a5b4-92196d3dd292 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/11a06d25-2fdb-4240-a1fa-449e9c6ffe58 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2767 no full Jake Wittich, Reporter: Block Club Chicago; VP: NLGJA Chicago Jake Wittich, Reporter: Block Club Chicago; VP: NLGJA Chicago 78 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, Mark Simon interviews Jake Wittich. Jake is a reporter for Block Club Chicago covering different neighborhoods in the city and LGBTQ issues. He’s also the vice-president of the Chicago chapter of the NLGJA, which is the association of LGTBTQIA journalists. And – he’s part of Block Club thanks to Report for America, from which we’ve had many guests. Jake shares his journalism origin story, gives examples of the reporting he does, explains the goals of the NLGJA, and shares the benefits of being a part of Report for America. Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod On today’s episode, Mark Simon interviews Jake Wittich. Jake is a reporter for Block Club Chicago covering different neighborhoods in the city and LGBTQ issues. He’s also the vice-president of the Chicago chapter of the NLGJA, which is the association of LGTBTQIA journalists. And – he’s part of Block Club thanks to Report for America, from which we’ve had many guests.

Jake shares his journalism origin story, gives examples of the reporting he does, explains the goals of the NLGJA, and shares the benefits of being a part of Report for America.

Jake's salute: AAJA Chicago

Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org, or tweet us at @journalismpod

]]> <p>On today’s episode, Mark Simon interviews <a href="http://jakewittich.com/" rel="nofollow">Jake Wittich</a>. Jake is a reporter for <a href="http://blockclubchicago.org/" rel="nofollow">Block Club Chicago</a> covering different neighborhoods in the city and LGBTQ issues. He’s also the vice-president of the Chicago chapter of the<a href="http://nlgja.org/" rel="nofollow"> NLGJA</a>, which is the association of LGTBTQIA journalists. And – he’s part of Block Club thanks to <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>, from which we’ve had many guests.</p><p>Jake shares his journalism origin story, gives examples of the reporting he does, explains the goals of the NLGJA, and shares the benefits of being a part of Report for America.</p><p>Jake&#39;s salute: <a href="http://aaja.org" rel="nofollow">AAJA Chicago</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please send us feedback at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>, visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">thejournalismsalute.org</a>, or tweet us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p> bbfd48dc-4a72-4684-b0bc-33082cdb63e1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/137e3f59-b980-456e-9778-e1de3075b83d Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1756 no full Denise Clay-Murray, Reporter: Votebeat Denise Clay-Murray, Reporter: Votebeat 77 1 Mark Simon Denise Clay-Murray is a reporter with 30 years of journalism experience who was recently hired by Votebeat to cover the upcoming elections in Pennsylvania. Votebeat has reporters embedded around the country to cover stories related to the election process.


Denise talked about the work she’ll be doing for Votebeat but also about her career covering elections and about why Votebeat is so important. She also talked about freelance reporting she’s done, including a recent piece on the hidden cost of gun violence.


Thank you as always for listening. Please rate and review the podcast – and share feedback with us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or on Twitter at @journalismpod.


Denise’s salutes: MLK 50 and The Pivot Fund.

]]> <p>Denise Clay-Murray is a reporter with 30 years of journalism experience who was recently hired by <a href="http://votebeat.org/" rel="nofollow">Votebeat</a> to cover the upcoming elections in Pennsylvania. Votebeat has reporters embedded around the country to cover stories related to the election process.</p><p><br></p><p>Denise talked about <a href="https://www.votebeat.org/authors/denise-clay-murray" rel="nofollow">the work she’ll be doing for Votebeat</a> but also about her career covering elections and about why Votebeat is so important. She also talked about freelance reporting she’s done, including a recent piece on the hidden cost of gun violence.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please rate and review the podcast – and share feedback with us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Denise’s salutes: <a href="http://mlk50.org/" rel="nofollow">MLK 50</a> and <a href="http://thepivotfund.org/" rel="nofollow">The Pivot Fund</a>.</p> 0f2d90b4-1f9b-4bb1-a332-40a0fe679124 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0aefb1c7-1c7f-46b7-aa13-9f598faa85c6 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2103 no full Gabrielle Hays: Communities Correspondent, PBS NewsHour Gabrielle Hays: Communities Correspondent, PBS NewsHour 76 1 Mark Simon On this episode we’re joined by Gabrielle Hays. Gabrielle covers St. Louis for the PBS News Hour as a community correspondent. She both writes and does TV work. She’s previously been a TV news reporter in Knoxville, Tennessee, and a reporter/producer for St. Louis’ PBS affiliate. Gabrielle talked about her career path, her current job, and the stories she’s covered, including multiple pieces on Afghan refugees. She also explained how she humanizes stories dealing with St. Louis history, and how she approaches the job knowing that she’s going to often be with people on their worst days. She also detailed how both her mentors and members of the NABJ have been vital to her career success and offered three pieces of advice to aspiring journalists who want to follow in her footsteps. Some of the stories we talked with Gabrielle about can be found here and her PBS work can be found here. Thank you for listening. Please email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter at @journalismpod. On this episode we’re joined by Gabrielle Hays.


Gabrielle covers St. Louis for the PBS News Hour as a community correspondent. She both writes and does TV work.  She’s previously been a TV news reporter in Knoxville, Tennessee, and a reporter/producer for St. Louis’ PBS affiliate.


Gabrielle talked about her career path, her current job, and the stories she’s covered, including multiple pieces on Afghan refugees. She also explained how she humanizes stories dealing with St. Louis history, and how she approaches the job knowing that she’s going to often be with people on their worst days.


She also detailed how both her mentors and members of the NABJ have been vital to her career success and offered three pieces of advice to aspiring journalists who want to follow in her footsteps.


Some of the stories we talked with Gabrielle about can be found here and her PBS work can be found here.


Thank you for listening. Please email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/thegabhour" rel="nofollow">Gabrielle Hays</a>. </p><p><br></p><p>Gabrielle covers St. Louis for the PBS News Hour as a community correspondent. She both writes and does TV work.  She’s previously been a TV news reporter in Knoxville, Tennessee, and a reporter/producer for St. Louis’ PBS affiliate.</p><p><br></p><p>Gabrielle talked about her career path, her current job, and the stories she’s covered, including multiple pieces on Afghan refugees. She also explained how she humanizes stories dealing with St. Louis history, and how she approaches the job knowing that she’s going to often be with people on their worst days.</p><p><br></p><p>She also detailed how both her mentors and members of the NABJ have been vital to her career success and offered three pieces of advice to aspiring journalists who want to follow in her footsteps.</p><p><br></p><p>Some of the stories we talked with Gabrielle about can be found <a href="https://www.gabriellehays.com/read-me" rel="nofollow">here</a> and her PBS work can be found <a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/author/gabrielle-hays" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please email us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or follow us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> f9274d33-e8c9-4f10-9f16-d81df5ca202f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/80fb44d4-33b1-4889-9847-ed017f76e434 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1771 no full Tionna Taite, Founder, Nineteen Fifty-Six Magazine Tionna Taite, Founder, Nineteen Fifty-Six Magazine 75 1 Mark Simon For episode number 75 of our podcast, we’re joined by Tionna Taite. Tionna will be attending the University of Alabama law school after completing her undergrad work there with a degree in News Media. Her minor is Advocacy, Voice, and Stewardship.

 

Two years ago, Tionna started a magazine for students, Nineteen Fifty-Six – the first Black student-led magazine at the school. It’s staffed by 50 students, full color – articles and amazing photography.

 

Tionna talked about the origin of her interest in journalism and the origin of the magazine. She explained the organizational process by which each issue is put together and the influences that other magazines had on it.

 

Tionna is also the current Miss Black Alabama and will be competing in the Miss Black USA pageant this summer. She shared how her platform is related to teaching media.

 

Thank you for listening. Feel free to rate and review the show. If you have any feedback, please e-mail journalismsalute@gmail.com.

 

Related Episodes

 

#20 – Professor Meredith Cummings

#28 – The 1619 Project – Kirkwood (Missouri) High School

#55 – Ashleigh Fields, Howard University

 

]]> <p>For episode number 75 of our podcast, we’re joined by Tionna Taite. Tionna will be attending the University of Alabama law school after completing her undergrad work there with a degree in News Media. Her minor is Advocacy, Voice, and Stewardship.</p><p> </p><p>Two years ago, Tionna started a magazine for students, <a href="https://1956magazine.ua.edu/" rel="nofollow">Nineteen Fifty-Six</a> – the first Black student-led magazine at the school. It’s staffed by 50 students, full color – articles and amazing photography.</p><p> </p><p>Tionna talked about the origin of her interest in journalism and the origin of the magazine. She explained the organizational process by which each issue is put together and the influences that other magazines had on it. </p><p> </p><p>Tionna is also the current Miss Black Alabama and will be competing in the Miss Black USA pageant this summer. She shared how her platform is related to teaching media.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening. Feel free to rate and review the show. If you have any feedback, please e-mail <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Related Episodes</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>#20 – </strong><a href="https://pod.link/journalismsalute/episode/9245f955df97e663f4c41ff149d96f66" rel="nofollow">Professor Meredith Cummings</a></p><p>#28 – <a href="https://pod.link/journalismsalute/episode/87c8a9cb44a5995b5e18ee0c94a6814d" rel="nofollow">The 1619 Project – Kirkwood (Missouri) High School</a></p><p>#55 – <a href="https://pod.link/journalismsalute/episode/ea723a4077f37b0bde2ee2739eb17778" rel="nofollow">Ashleigh Fields, Howard University</a></p><p> </p> 13fec196-f5d8-437e-aae5-381690419053 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4580bc82-50e6-486f-8fdb-6a1bf2d202aa Tue, 07 Jun 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1847 no full Nick Toso, Former CNN Español Producer; Founder: Rolli Nick Toso, Former CNN Español Producer; Founder: Rolli 74 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by Nick Toso (@rolliapp). Nick spent 7 years at CNN, working largely in a production role on CNN Español. He supervised interviews with world leaders, including president Barack Obama, and was a senior producer for both a daily and weekly news show. He’s currently the founder of Rolli (rolliapp.com), an app that helps journalists find experts for any story they might be working on. Nick talked about the lessons learned from his time in TV production, the logistics behind the many interviews he oversaw, and his tips for aspiring journalists. He also explained the purpose of his app, which is free for journalists to use as they try to find subject experts to interview. Thank you as always for listening. Please follow us on Twitter at @journalismpod or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Nick Toso (@rolliapp). Nick spent 7 years at CNN, working largely in a production role on CNN Español. He supervised interviews with world leaders, including president Barack Obama, and was a senior producer for both a daily and weekly news show. He’s currently the founder of Rolli, an app that helps journalists find experts for any story they might be working on.


Nick talked about the lessons learned from his time in TV production, the logistics behind the many interviews he oversaw, and his tips for aspiring journalists. He also explained the purpose of his app, which is free for journalists to use as they try to find subject experts to interview.


Thank you as always for listening. Please follow us on Twitter at @journalismpod or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com.

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by Nick Toso (<a href="https://twitter.com/rolliapp" rel="nofollow">@rolliapp</a>). Nick spent 7 years at CNN, working largely in a production role on CNN Espa<span>ñ</span>ol. He supervised interviews with world leaders, including president Barack Obama, and <span>was a senior producer for both a daily and weekly news show. </span>He’s currently the founder of <a href="http://rolliapp.com/" rel="nofollow">Rolli</a>, an app that helps journalists find experts for any story they might be working on.</p><p><br></p><p>Nick talked about the lessons learned from his time in TV production, the logistics behind the many interviews he oversaw, and his tips for aspiring journalists. He also explained the purpose of his app, which is free for journalists to use as they try to find subject experts to interview.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please follow us on Twitter at @journalismpod or e-mail us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>.</p> c9c5744f-bc58-4b79-b1b1-9eb0061826bd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/60b61598-c0f1-449e-a382-7c78d5826e16 Tue, 31 May 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1919 no full Diana Kruzman, Midwest Journalism Fellow - Grist Diana Kruzman, Midwest Journalism Fellow - Grist 73 1 Mark Simon Our guest today is Diana Kruzman. Diana is currently the Midwest Reporting Fellow for Grist which is a nonprofit, independent media organization that covers climate solutions. But Diana has done a lot more than that. She also writes regularly about religion and urbanism, which includes some international reporting. Her Twitter bio asks – Journalist, or just plain nosy? Diana talked about her upbringing – about becoming curious about journalism as the daughter of Russian immigrants and hearing stories of censorship. She talked about the reporting work she’d done – from traveling to India for a story about sacred groves that are disappearing, and Kyrgyzstan for a piece on environmental issues- to her current work, including her interest in both chaplains and street-dumped pollution. She also discussed an article she wrote about issues that archaeologists are having with YouTube videos promoting alternative history. Thank you for listening. Please rate or review us if you can. You can follow us at @journalismpod on Twitter or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com. Our guest today is Diana Kruzman. Diana is currently the Midwest Reporting Fellow for Grist which is a nonprofit, independent media organization that covers climate solutions.

 

But Diana has done a lot more than that. She also writes regularly about religion and urbanism, which includes some international reporting. Her Twitter bio asks – Journalist, or just plain nosy?

 

Diana talked about her upbringing – about becoming curious about journalism as the daughter of Russian immigrants and hearing stories of censorship.

 

She talked about the reporting work she’d done – from traveling to India for a story about sacred groves that are disappearing, and Kyrgyzstan for a piece on environmental issues- to her current work, including her interest in both chaplains and street-dumped pollution. She also discussed an article she wrote about issues that archaeologists are having with YouTube videos promoting alternative history.


Diana's salutes: The Third Pole and Sarah Topol

Thank you for listening. Please rate or review us if you can. You can follow us at @journalismpod on Twitter or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com.

]]> <p>Our guest today is Diana Kruzman. Diana is currently the Midwest Reporting Fellow for <a href="http://grist.org/" rel="nofollow">Grist</a> which is a nonprofit, independent media organization that covers climate solutions.</p><p> </p><p>But Diana has done a lot more than that. She also writes regularly about religion and urbanism, which includes some international reporting. Her <a href="http://twitter.com/dianakruzman" rel="nofollow">Twitter bio</a> asks – Journalist, or just plain nosy?</p><p> </p><p>Diana talked about her upbringing – about becoming curious about journalism as the daughter of Russian immigrants and hearing stories of censorship.</p><p> </p><p>She talked about the reporting work she’d done – from traveling to India for <a href="https://gizmodo.com/indias-sacred-groves-are-disappearing-taking-biodivers-1840057869" rel="nofollow">a story about sacred groves</a> that are disappearing, and <a href="https://gizmodo.com/a-tiny-town-was-the-soviet-union-s-uranium-hub-now-it-1848082612" rel="nofollow">Kyrgyzstan for a piece on environmental issues</a>- to her current work, including her interest in both <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/11/nyregion/mta-chaplaincy-program.html" rel="nofollow">chaplains</a> and <a href="https://grist.org/cities/road-salt-is-imperiling-us-waterways-states-might-have-a-solution/" rel="nofollow">street-dumped pollution</a>. She also discussed an article <a href="https://www.inputmag.com/culture/alternative-historians-youtube-who-built-pyramids-not-aliens?utm_source=digg" rel="nofollow">she wrote about issues</a> that archaeologists are having with YouTube videos promoting alternative history.</p><p><br></p><p>Diana&#39;s salutes: <a href="http://thethirdpole.net" rel="nofollow">The Third Pole</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/satopol" rel="nofollow">Sarah Topol</a></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate or review us if you can. You can follow us at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> on Twitter or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com.</p> ca493370-faf7-4663-af06-6a6786360d05 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0b56d3a3-e986-4bb2-99de-365f0b8786b0 Tue, 24 May 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2386 no full Ted Bridis, Investigative Reporting Professor, University of Florida Ted Bridis, Investigative Reporting Professor, University of Florida 72 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Ted Bridis, a professor of investigative journalism at the University of Florida.

Ted had a long career as an investigative journalist and editor. His team won the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting on NYPD intelligence programs. He and his teams have done prominent work related to Hillary Clinton’s e-mail server, and Paul Manafort and Rick Gates’ covert foreign lobbying.

He was also part of the AP team that projected winners in 4 presidential elections, including 2016 (his call of Wisconsin made AP the first to project Trump would be president).

And he was the administrator of the Collier Prize won by the reporting team from the Miami Herald.

Ted talked both about his career, the traits that go into being a good investigative reporter, and the qualities of good investigative journalism work.

Thank you for listening. You can reach Mark Simon at @journalismpod or journalismsalute@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at TheJournalismSalute.org

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/tbridis" rel="nofollow">Ted Bridis</a>, a professor of investigative journalism at the University of Florida.</p><p>Ted had a long career as an investigative journalist and editor. His team won the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting on NYPD intelligence programs. He and his teams have done prominent work related to Hillary Clinton’s e-mail server, and Paul Manafort and Rick Gates’ covert foreign lobbying.</p><p>He was also part of the AP team that projected winners in 4 presidential elections, including 2016 (his call of Wisconsin made AP the first to project Trump would be president).</p><p>And he was the administrator of the Collier Prize won by the reporting team from the Miami Herald.</p><p>Ted talked both about his career, the traits that go into being a good investigative reporter, and the qualities of good investigative journalism work.</p><p>Thank you for listening. You can reach Mark Simon at @<a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">journalismpod</a> or journalismsalute@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at <a href="http://thejournalismsalute.org/" rel="nofollow">TheJournalismSalute.org</a></p> ad8deb7f-cd60-4a28-bfc1-77da13c9abda https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e211a996-9674-4865-8f15-1659bd59ba75 Tue, 17 May 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2496 no full Daniel Chang and Carol Marbin Miller, Investigative Reporter and Editor at The Miami Herald Daniel Chang and Carol Marbin Miller, Investigative Reporter and Editor at The Miami Herald 71 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Carol Marbin Miller and Daniel Chang of The Miami Herald. With additional assistance from ProPublica, they produced a 5-part series published in April 2021 – Birth and Betrayal. This was about a Florida government program that was intended to help families of children who suffered catastrophic brain injuries at birth. But the program did not work as intended. This piece – there were print and video components- just won The Collier Prize – a $25,000 journalism award focusing on investigative and political reporting on state governments. Daniel and Carol talked about the work that went into the piece, which took two years to complete. They explained the challenges they encountered, how they organized their work, and the lessons they've learned that allow for investigative reporting success. Thank you as always for listening. For any comments or questions about an episode, or to suggest a guest, please write journalismsalute@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at TheJournalismSalute.org On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Carol Marbin Miller and Daniel Chang of The Miami Herald. With additional assistance from ProPublica, they produced a 5-part series published in April 2021 – Birth and Betrayal. This was about a Florida government program that was intended to help families of children who suffered catastrophic brain injuries at birth. But the program did not work as intended.

This piece – there were print and video components- just won The Collier Prize – a $25,000 journalism award focusing on investigative and political reporting on state governments.

Daniel and Carol talked about the work that went into the piece, which took two years to complete. They explained the challenges they encountered, how they organized their work, and the lessons they've learned that allow for investigative reporting success.

Thank you as always for listening. For any comments or questions about an episode, or to suggest a guest, please write journalismsalute@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at TheJournalismSalute.org

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, we’re joined by Carol Marbin Miller and Daniel Chang of T<em>he Miami Herald</em>. With additional assistance from ProPublica, they produced a 5-part series published in April 2021 –<a href="https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article247417990.html" rel="nofollow"> Birth and Betrayal</a>. This was about a Florida government program that was intended to help families of children who suffered catastrophic brain injuries at birth. But the program did not work as intended.</p><p>This piece – there were print and video components- just won<a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/collier-prize-for-state-government-accountability" rel="nofollow"> The Collier Prize </a>– a $25,000 journalism award focusing on investigative and political reporting on state governments.</p><p>Daniel and Carol talked about the work that went into the piece, which took two years to complete. They explained the challenges they encountered, how they organized their work, and the lessons they&#39;ve learned that allow for investigative reporting success.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. For any comments or questions about an episode, or to suggest a guest, please write journalismsalute@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at <a href="http://TheJournalismSalute.org" rel="nofollow">TheJournalismSalute.org</a></p> 28e43b8a-b8f2-48d4-b68b-624607a324a6 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2cc3a37e-6996-4fb9-af71-797fff12d28c Tue, 10 May 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2357 no full Kam Burns: Engagement Editor, Politico; Founding Member - Trans Journalists Association Kam Burns: Engagement Editor, Politico; Founding Member - Trans Journalists Association 70 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Kam Burns. Kam is an engagement editor at Politico, working on social media strategy after a couple of years in a similar position for Wired. Kam is also a founding member of the Transgender Journalists Association. He does freelance writing. In the last couple of years, he’s written pieces on the transgender travel experience published in Allure and National Geographic. Kam talked about the work he does at Politico and what makes working with social media such an interesting job. He also talked about the TJA - why it was founded, the types of things it does, and the types of things it wants to do. Kam cited The 19th as a journalism organization doing great coverage of trans issues and also recommended reading an episode of Life Kit on making the workplace more trans-equitable On this episode, we’re joined by Kam Burns. Kam is an engagement editor at Politico, working on social media strategy after a couple of years in a similar position for Wired.

Kam is also a founding member of the Transgender Journalists Association. He does freelance writing. In the last couple of years, he’s written pieces on the transgender travel experience published in Allure and National Geographic. 

Kam talked about the work he does at Politico and what makes working with social media such an interesting job.

He also talked about the TJA - why it was founded, the types of things it does, and the types of things it wants to do.

Kam cited The 19th as a journalism organization doing great coverage of trans issues and also recommended listening to an episode of Life Kit on making the workplace more trans-equitable.

Thank you for listening. Ratings and reviews are appreciated. Let us know what you think of the show at journalismsalute@gmail.com or @journalismpod on Twitter.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/kamcburns" rel="nofollow">Kam Burns</a>. Kam is an engagement editor at Politico, working on social media strategy after a couple of years in a similar position for Wired.</p><p>Kam is also a founding member of the <a href="http://transjournalists.org" rel="nofollow">Transgender Journalists Association.</a> He does freelance writing. In the last couple of years, he’s written pieces on the transgender travel experience published in <a href="https://www.allure.com/story/travel-tips-transgender-nonbinary-people-airports" rel="nofollow">Allure</a> and <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/visibility-mixes-with-vulnerability-for-some-transgender-travelers" rel="nofollow">National Geographic</a>. </p><p>Kam talked about the work he does at Politico and what makes working with social media such an interesting job.</p><p>He also talked about the TJA - why it was founded, the types of things it does, and the types of things it wants to do.</p><p>Kam cited <a href="http://19thnews.org" rel="nofollow">The 19th</a> as a journalism organization doing great coverage of trans issues and also recommended listening to <a href="https://www.npr.org/2020/06/02/867780063/4-ways-to-make-your-workplace-equitable-for-trans-people" rel="nofollow">an episode of Life Kit</a> on making the workplace more trans-equitable.</p><p>Thank you for listening. Ratings and reviews are appreciated. Let us know what you think of the show at journalismsalute@gmail.com or <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> on Twitter.</p> d58c99c0-d40c-4f60-8478-0d23c0b9cf4e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/86d06ca3-8191-4b83-9aa4-b5adbcb6d95b Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1455 no full Susan LoTempio & Kristin Gilger from the National Center on Disability and Journalism Susan LoTempio & Kristin Gilger from the National Center on Disability and Journalism 69 1 Mark Simon On this issue, we talked with Susan LoTempio and Kristin Gilger of the National Center on Disability and Journalism.

Susan, who had polio as an eight-month old and uses a wheelchair, talked about her long career as a newspaper editor and how she went from initially just writing headlines and editing to overseeing entire sections.

Susan also gave examples of what you’ll see in writing about disabilities when it’s done well and when it’s not done well. And she provided examples of stories related to disabilities that are not being well covered.

Kristin, a professor at Arizona State, is the executive director of the Center. She talked about the types of questions the center typically gets asked to assist on (often relating to language and usage) and what listeners can do to support the work of the Center.

]]> <p>On this issue, we talked with Susan LoTempio and Kristin Gilger of the <a href="http://ncdj.org" rel="nofollow">National Center on Disability and Journalism</a>.</p><p>Susan, who had polio as an eight-month old and uses a wheelchair, talked about her long career as a newspaper editor and how she went from initially just writing headlines and editing to overseeing entire sections.</p><p>Susan also gave examples of what you’ll see in writing about disabilities when it’s done well and when it’s not done well. And she provided examples of stories related to disabilities that are not being well covered.</p><p>Kristin, a professor at Arizona State, is the executive director of the Center. She talked about the types of questions the center typically gets asked to assist on (often relating to language and usage) and what listeners can do to support the work of the Center.</p> cb382ebd-a31d-4a68-bf51-35786d825f49 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6d4f1cfc-2465-4092-a141-1aba485b4d66 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 04:05:00 +0000 2274 no full Jessica Meyers, Editor-in-Chief, Global Press Journal Jessica Meyers, Editor-in-Chief, Global Press Journal 68 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Meyers, editor-in-chief of Global Press Journal. Global Press builds and maintains independent news bureaus in some of the world’s least-covered places. Each bureau is staffed by local women journalists who are from the communities they cover.

Jessica talked about Global Press’ mission, what sorts of stories Global Press Journal covers, what her role as editor-in-chief entails, and her visions for the future of the group.

Thank you as always for listening. Please e-mail any feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaameyers/" rel="nofollow">Jessica Meyers</a>, editor-in-chief of <a href="http://globalpress.co" rel="nofollow">Global Press Journal.</a> Global Press builds and maintains independent news bureaus in some of the world’s least-covered places. Each bureau is staffed by local women journalists who are from the communities they cover.</p><p>Jessica talked about Global Press’ mission, what sorts of stories Global Press Journal covers, what her role as editor-in-chief entails, and her visions for the future of the group.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please e-mail any feedback to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>.</p> a945b8ef-8f56-44d6-8960-821ef2784464 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f2fb0961-e60e-40b6-b782-b29b9fa594b6 Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1217 no full Starr Dunigan, Reckon (Black Joy newsletter) Starr Dunigan, Reckon (Black Joy newsletter) 67 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Starr Dunigan, a reporter for Reckon, an online website that covers the stories and tough and important issues facing the south.


Her current primary role is writing the weekly Black Joy newsletter that comes out every Friday.


Starr talked about her journalism career path, the different types of good news that she covers, the Birmingham 1963 project, and what it was like to be arrested while doing news reporting.


Thank you as always for listening.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Starr Dunigan, a reporter for <a href="http://reckonsouth.com/" rel="nofollow">Reckon</a>, an online website that covers the stories and tough and important issues facing the south.</p><p><br></p><p>Her current primary role is writing the weekly <a href="https://www.reckonsouth.com/newsletters/black-joy/" rel="nofollow"><em>Black Joy</em></a> newsletter that comes out every Friday.</p><p><br></p><p>Starr talked about her journalism career path, the different types of good news that she covers, <a href="https://www.reckonsouth.com/the-kids-of-1963-are-alright-black-joy-march-4-2022/" rel="nofollow">the Birmingham 1963 project</a>, and what it was like to be arrested while doing news reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you as always for listening.</p> 0441d5f5-1737-42b3-bc1e-25c0fbaf8e22 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/036813e3-d16c-49b8-9a49-ad980eb0a3c7 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 01:04:23 +0000 3481 no full Anita Hofschneider, Honolulu Civil Beat Reporter Anita Hofschneider, Honolulu Civil Beat Reporter 66 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Anita Hofschneider, a staff writer with the non-profit Honolulu Civil Beat in Hawaii. Anita writes watchdog stories, investigative and explanatory deep-dives, features and breaking news. She has covered a variety of beats, including politics, housing, health care and the environment. In 2022, she became the Beat’s Pacific regional correspondent as the organization expanded its coverage area. Anita talked about stories she covered, including how the pandemic impacted Pacific Island families, investigative pieces on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church, and sexual harassment allegations against former Hawaii senator Daniel Inouye, and her reporting process for these stories. Anita also talked about the challenges of covering the Pacific Islands while based in Hawaii and provided advice for journalists in the early stages of their careers. Honolulu Civil Beat is the only news outlet in Hawaii dedicated to public affairs reporting. Their mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, explanatory and investigative journalism, analysis and commentary. Thank you for listening. You can email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com. Please rate and review the show if you can. On this episode, we’re joined by Anita Hofschneider, a staff writer with the non-profit Honolulu Civil Beat in Hawaii.


Anita writes watchdog stories, investigative and explanatory deep-dives, features and breaking news. She has covered a variety of beats, including politics, housing, health care and the environment.


In 2022, she became the Beat’s Pacific regional correspondent as the organization expanded its coverage area.


Anita talked about stories she covered, including how the pandemic impacted Pacific Island families, investigative pieces on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church, and sexual harassment allegations against former Hawaii senator Daniel Inouye, and her reporting process for these stories.


Anita also talked about the challenges of covering the Pacific Islands while based in Hawaii and provided advice for journalists in the early stages of their careers.


Honolulu Civil Beat is the only news outlet in Hawaii dedicated to public affairs reporting. Their mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, explanatory and investigative journalism, analysis and commentary.


Thank you for listening. You can email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com.


Please rate and review the show if you can.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.anitahofschneider.com/" rel="nofollow">Anita Hofschneider,</a> a staff writer with the non-profit <a href="http://civilbeat.org/" rel="nofollow">Honolulu Civil Beat</a> in Hawaii.</p><p><br></p><p>Anita writes watchdog stories, investigative and explanatory deep-dives, features and breaking news. She has covered a variety of beats, including politics, housing, health care and the environment.</p><p><br></p><p>In 2022, she became the Beat’s Pacific regional correspondent as the organization expanded its coverage area.</p><p><br></p><p>Anita talked about stories she covered, including <a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2020/11/pacific-islanders-cant-return-home-during-covid-19-even-to-bury-their-loved-ones/" rel="nofollow">how the pandemic impacted Pacific Island families</a>, investigative pieces on <a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2017/10/guams-day-of-reckoning-after-decades-of-sex-abuse/" rel="nofollow">sexual abuse in the Catholic Church</a>, and <a href="https://www.civilbeat.org/2018/04/metoo-one-womans-story-of-sexual-harassment-by-hawaii-sen-dan-inouye/" rel="nofollow">sexual harassment allegations</a> against former Hawaii senator Daniel Inouye, and her reporting process for these stories.</p><p><br></p><p>Anita also talked about the challenges of covering the Pacific Islands while based in Hawaii and provided advice for journalists in the early stages of their careers.</p><p><br></p><p>Honolulu Civil Beat is the only news outlet in Hawaii dedicated to public affairs reporting. Their mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, explanatory and investigative journalism, analysis and commentary.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. You can email us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Please rate and review the show if you can.</p> ffccdb69-30de-4a49-b32f-c650d10ab075 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9aeb55bc-0178-4c43-a267-c1c5120a5e19 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:05:00 +0000 1757 no full Emma Restrepo, Host "Dos Puntos"; Freelance Journalist/Professor Emma Restrepo, Host "Dos Puntos"; Freelance Journalist/Professor 65 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Emma Restrepo. Emma is a freelance journalist focused on LatinX communities. She hosts a weekly Spanish-language radio show, Dos Puntos – out of Philadelphia. She’s also an adjunct professor at Temple, teaching Spanish for Media.

Emma talked about her journalism origin story, some of her recent projects - one on disparities of education in Philadelphia suburbs, another a storytelling project on a local bus route. She also discussed the challenges she faces in trying to write and shared some of her favorite Latina journalists throughout history.

Thank you as always for listening. Emma's appearance came via listener suggestion. If you have a suggestion for an upcoming guest, please email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Emma Restrepo. Emma is a freelance journalist focused on LatinX communities. She hosts a weekly Spanish-language radio show, <a href="https://twitter.com/DosPuntosEmma" rel="nofollow">Dos Puntos</a> – out of Philadelphia. She’s also an adjunct professor at Temple, teaching Spanish for Media.</p><p>Emma talked about her journalism origin story, some of her recent projects - one on <a href="https://www.pottsmerc.com/2022/02/04/pennsylvania-school-funding-does-real-damage-to-real-children-critics-say/" rel="nofollow">disparities of education in Philadelphia</a> suburbs, another a storytelling project <a href="https://www.presentemedia.org/stories/el-sueo-de-luis-a-south-philly-soccer-coach-is-unifying-the-neighborhood-through-ftbol" rel="nofollow">on a local bus route</a>. She also discussed the challenges she faces in trying to write and shared some of her favorite Latina journalists throughout history.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Emma&#39;s appearance came via listener suggestion. If you have a suggestion for an upcoming guest, please email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com.</p> 40f43e17-49d4-48ea-acd7-4659f8984cee https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/cd184aa4-4e95-4288-86bf-eca28f714cde Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:05:00 +0000 1426 no full Allie Singer, Senior Editor for Special Projects at Time For Kids Allie Singer, Senior Editor for Special Projects at Time For Kids 64 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Allie Singer. Allie is a senior editor for special projects at Time Magazine for Kids with previous stops at Scholastic and DK Publishing. Allie and I are both graduates of The College of New Jersey. I’m class of 1997. She’s class of 2009. Allie talked about the moment that changed her aspirations from a career in teaching to one in editing and journalism. She explained her role at Time and how she works on stories and podcasts with kid reporters (like an interview with the Surgeon General about kids’ mental health). She also explained the process by which Time takes a topic like the Russian invasion of Ukraine or presidential impeachment and produces content suitable for children age 5 to 12. She also explained how sometimes it’s ok to break the rules of editing, particularly when dealing with work read by kids – and she saluted both a journalism organization doing good work and an editor of note. We’ll be doing interviews with women in journalism throughout March. Hope you’ll keep tuning in. Please reach out to us at journalismsalute@gmail.com and let us know what you think. On this episode, we’re joined by Allie Singer. Allie is a senior editor for special projects at Time Magazine for Kids with previous stops at Scholastic and DK Publishing. Allie and I are both graduates of The College of New Jersey. I’m class of 1997. She’s class of 2009.


Allie talked about the moment that changed her aspirations from a career in teaching to one in editing and journalism. She explained her role at Time and how she works on stories and podcasts with kid reporters (like an interview with the Surgeon General about kids’ mental health). She also explained the process by which Time takes a topic like the Russian invasion of Ukraine or presidential impeachment and produces content suitable for children age 5 to 12.


She also explained how sometimes it’s ok to break the rules of editing, particularly when dealing with work read by kids – and she saluted both a journalism organization doing good work and an editor of note.


We’ll be doing interviews with women in journalism throughout March. Hope you’ll keep tuning in. Please reach out to us at journalismsalute@gmail.com and let us know what you think.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/alsinger" rel="nofollow">Allie Singer</a>. Allie is a senior editor for special projects at <a href="http://timeforkids.com/" rel="nofollow">Time Magazine for Kids</a> with previous stops at Scholastic and DK Publishing. Allie and I are both graduates of The College of New Jersey. I’m class of 1997. She’s class of 2009.</p><p><br></p><p>Allie talked about the moment that changed her aspirations from a career in teaching to one in editing and journalism. She explained her role at Time and how she works on stories and podcasts with kid reporters (like <a href="https://www.timeforkids.com/g56/dr-vivek-murthy-interview/" rel="nofollow">an interview with the Surgeon General</a> about kids’ mental health). She also explained the process by which Time takes a topic like <a href="https://www.timeforkids.com/g56/crisis-in-ukraine/" rel="nofollow">the Russian invasion of Ukraine</a> or presidential impeachment and produces content suitable for children age 5 to 12.</p><p><br></p><p>She also explained how sometimes it’s ok to break the rules of editing, particularly when dealing with work read by kids – and she saluted both a journalism organization doing good work and an editor of note.</p><p><br></p><p>We’ll be doing interviews with women in journalism throughout March. Hope you’ll keep tuning in. Please reach out to us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> and let us know what you think.</p> 38e81e8d-ce47-455b-a481-84304c0568a9 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/70c0128e-20f7-4e32-a036-d75d3c862ee9 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:05:00 +0000 1479 no full Rod McCullom, Science Journalist Rod McCullom, Science Journalist 63 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Rod McCullom. Rod is a freelance science and technology writer who has been published in many different places, including but not limited to Scientific American, Time Magazine, and The Atlantic. He previously worked for ABC News and was a Knight Institute Research Fellow at MIT. Rod discussed the different science topics he covers – a wide range but with special focus on health, artificial intelligence, and criminal justice. He explained how he tries to write in an easy-to-understand manner. He also discussed the challenges he faces. Thank you for listening as always. Please send any comments to journalismsalute@gmail.com. Rod McCullom is a Chicago-based science journalist and reports the “Convictions” column for Undark. His work has been published by Undark, Scientific American, Nature, MIT Technology Review, and The Atlantic, among other publications. Rod was a Knight Science Journalism Fellow at MIT.

Rod discussed the different science topics he covers – a wide range but with special focus on health, artificial intelligence, and criminal justice. He explained how he tries to write in an easy-to-understand manner.

Thank you for listening as always. Please send any comments to journalismsalute@gmail.com.

]]> <p>Rod McCullom is a Chicago-based science journalist and reports the “Convictions” column for Undark. His work has been published by Undark, Scientific American, Nature, MIT Technology Review, and The Atlantic, among other publications. Rod was a Knight Science Journalism Fellow at MIT.</p><p>Rod discussed the different science topics he covers – a wide range but with special focus on <a href="https://time.com/5672355/bullying-affects-adolescent-brains/" rel="nofollow">health</a>, <a href="https://www.technologyreview.com/2021/06/09/1025889/wearable-ai-body-sensor-covid-chicago/" rel="nofollow">artificial intelligence</a>, and <a href="https://undark.org/2020/11/02/convictions-mass-incarceration-racial-disparities-pandemic/" rel="nofollow">criminal justice</a>. He explained how he tries to write in an easy-to-understand manner.</p><p>Thank you for listening as always. Please send any comments to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>.</p> 4a4aedbf-9fdd-4eeb-85bf-f1cddbc94afa https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/edc465d7-f537-4324-bd95-ef2f4b957063 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2032 no full Kelundra Smith, Arts & Culture Journalist Kelundra Smith, Arts & Culture Journalist 62 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Kelundra Smith. Kelundra (@PieceofKay) is the senior publications writer at Emory University but is also a journalist covering theatre, art and culture for a wide range of outlets, including The New York Times, Food and Wine, The Undefeated, and The Bitter Southerner. Kelundra talked about her path to a journalism career and some favorite pieces she’s written (the links above include examples). She also talked about how she watches a play when she is reviewing it, the key to writing from the heart, her work with The American Theatre Critics Association Equity Diversity Inclusion Committee, and how she would design an arts journalism curriculum . She also discussed her current job, her playwrighting ambitions, and a Black History Month project she did, 28 Days Of Black Plays. Thank you as always for listening. We’d very much like to hear from you. Please review the podcast if you can and send along any feedback. You can e-mail journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet me at @journalismpod. On this episode, we’re joined by Kelundra Smith. Kelundra (@PieceofKay) is the senior publications writer at Emory University but is also a journalist covering theatre, art and culture for a wide range of outlets, including The New York Times, Food and Wine, The Undefeated, and The Bitter Southerner.

Kelundra talked about her path to a journalism career and some favorite pieces she’s written (the links above include examples). She also talked about how she watches a play when she is reviewing it, the key to writing from the heart, her work with The American Theatre Critics Association Equity Diversity Inclusion Committee, and how she would design an arts journalism curriculum .

She also discussed her current job, her playwrighting ambitions, and a Black History Month project she did, 28 Days Of Black Plays.

Thank you as always for listening. We’d very much like to hear from you. Please review the podcast if you can and send along any feedback. You can e-mail journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet me at @journalismpod.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://kelundra.com/" rel="nofollow">Kelundra Smith</a>. Kelundra (<a href="http://twitter.com/pieceofKay" rel="nofollow">@PieceofKay</a>) is the senior publications writer at Emory University but is also a journalist covering theatre, art and culture for a wide range of outlets, including <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/04/theater/atlanta-film-television-boom-theater-actors.html" rel="nofollow">The New York Times</a>, Food and Wine, <a href="https://theundefeated.com/features/this-artist-disconnected-from-the-world-to-regain-clarity/" rel="nofollow">The Undefeated</a>, and <a href="https://bittersoutherner.com/from-the-southern-perspective/of-figurative-paintings-and-a-first-lady-amy-sherald-michelle-obama" rel="nofollow">The Bitter Southerner</a>.</p><p>Kelundra talked about her path to a journalism career and some favorite pieces she’s written (the links above include examples). She also talked about how she watches a play when she is reviewing it, the key to writing from the heart, her work with The American Theatre Critics Association Equity Diversity Inclusion Committee, and how she would design an arts journalism curriculum <em>.</em></p><p>She also discussed her current job, her playwrighting ambitions, and a Black History Month project she did, <a href="https://kelundra.com/2020/02/19/black-history-month-28daysofblackplays/" rel="nofollow">28 Days Of Black Plays.</a></p><p>Thank you as always for listening. We’d very much like to hear from you. Please review the podcast if you can and send along any feedback. You can e-mail journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet me at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p> 0f00daa1-e63c-45c3-a9b6-bce74d755fbb https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/90a160c7-bdf8-49ef-b774-ffef001565c3 Tue, 08 Feb 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2552 no full Boston Globe Senior Newsroom Developer Vince Dixon Boston Globe Senior Newsroom Developer Vince Dixon 61 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Boston Globe senior newsroom developer Vince Dixon. Vince’s job is to create interactive and data-driven visuals for Boston Globe.com. He previously worked at Eater. Vince also does a lot of visual-oriented personal passion projects for his blog, Code Review – including a look at 28 Black Pioneers in Journalism, Design, and Technology in 2019. Vince talked about his journalism path, the types of projects he works on, and the value of knowing how to code. He also told the story of several Black journalism pioneers. You can find many of Vince’s projects, including pieces on the history of police brutality, his study on purse-clutching, and how Black people influenced the origins of many American music genres at VinceDixonPortfolio.com. On this episode, we’re joined by Boston Globe senior newsroom developer Vince Dixon. Vince’s job is to create interactive and data-driven visuals for Boston Globe.com. He previously worked at Eater.


Vince also does a lot of visual-oriented personal passion projects for his blog, Code Review – including a look at 28 Black Pioneers in Journalism, Design, and Technology in 2019.


Vince talked about his journalism path, the types of projects he works on, and the value of knowing how to code. He also told the story of several Black journalism pioneers.


You can find many of Vince’s projects, including pieces on the history of police brutality, his study on purse-clutching, and how Black people influenced the origins of many American music genres at VinceDixonPortfolio.com. 

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Boston Globe senior newsroom developer <a href="https://twitter.com/Vince_Dixon_" rel="nofollow">Vince Dixon</a>. Vince’s job is to create interactive and data-driven visuals for Boston Globe.com. He previously worked at <a href="https://www.eater.com/authors/vince-dixon/archives/2" rel="nofollow">Eater</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Vince also does a lot of visual-oriented personal passion projects for his blog, Code Review – including a look at <a href="https://vincedixonportfolio.com/app/black-history-journalism-design-technology/" rel="nofollow">28 Black Pioneers in Journalism, Design, and Technology</a> in 2019.</p><p><br></p><p>Vince talked about his journalism path, the types of projects he works on, and the value of knowing how to code. He also told the story of several Black journalism pioneers.</p><p><br></p><p>You can find many of Vince’s projects, including pieces on the history of police brutality, his study on purse-clutching, and how Black people influenced the origins of many American music genres at <a href="https://vincedixonportfolio.com/app/black-history-journalism-design-technology/" rel="nofollow">VinceDixonPortfolio.com</a>. </p> 0dbba7fd-3d69-4d97-bb56-37804b116aa3 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/86058e30-3517-47ad-9f84-09199f88b65b Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:05:00 +0000 2021 no full Chris Jones, 100 Days in Appalachia, Report for America Chris Jones, 100 Days in Appalachia, Report for America 60 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Chris Jones. Chris is a photojournalist and investigative reporter and covers domestic extremism for the collaborative non-profit website, 100 Days in Appalachia as a member of the Report for America program. He served as an infantryman in the United States Marine Corps from 2010–2014 and that included 2 deployments in Afghanistan. Chris talked about his path to working in journalism and the work he’s done. He covered the attempted insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 as a photojournalist and explained how he got some of the pictures he got (including one that led to an arrest). Chris also talked about other projects he’s done, including a piece for the New York Times on military challenge coins and their larger representation within the war in Afghanistan, and a 23-minute documentary and story that ran on The Intercept about a former Democrat city council member in West Virginia who stormed the U.S. Capitol. He also discussed do’s and don’ts related to covering domestic extremism and work he’s doing to help reporters in that area, as well as how Report for America has helped him. Our other interviews with Report for America reporters include 22. Morgan Mullings (Boston’s Black community) 39. Kassidy Arena (Iowa Public Radio) 47. Farnoush Amiri (local government in Ohio) 57. Carrington Tatum (environmental racism for MLK50) On this episode, we’re joined by Chris Jones. Chris is a photojournalist and investigative reporter and covers domestic extremism for the collaborative non-profit website, 100 Days in Appalachia as a member of the Report for America program. 

He served as an infantryman in the United States Marine Corps from 2010–2014 and that included 2 deployments in Afghanistan. 

 Chris talked about his path to working in journalism and the work he’s done. He covered the attempted insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 as a photojournalist and explained how he got some of the pictures he got (including one that led to an arrest).

Chris also talked about other projects he’s done, including a piece for the New York Times on military challenge coins and their larger representation within the war in Afghanistan, and a 23-minute documentary and story that ran on The Intercept about a former Democrat city council member in West Virginia who stormed the U.S. Capitol.

He also discussed do’s and don’ts related to covering domestic extremism and work he’s doing to help reporters in that area, as well as how Report for America has helped him.

Our other interviews with Report for America reporters include


22. Morgan Mullings (Boston’s Black community)

39. Kassidy Arena (Iowa Public Radio)

47. Farnoush Amiri (local government in Ohio)

57. Carrington Tatum (environmental racism for MLK50)

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://chrisrjones.photography/" rel="nofollow">Chris Jones</a>. Chris is a photojournalist and investigative reporter and covers domestic extremism for the collaborative non-profit website, <a href="http://100daysinappalachia.com/" rel="nofollow">100 Days in Appalachia</a> as a member of the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a> program. </p><p>He served as an infantryman in the United States Marine Corps from 2010–2014 and that included 2 deployments in Afghanistan. </p><p> Chris talked about his path to working in journalism and the work he’s done. He covered the attempted insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 as a photojournalist and explained how he got <a href="https://www.reportforamerica.org/2021/01/07/the-capitol-riots-through-the-lens-of-a-photojournalist/" rel="nofollow">some of the pictures</a> he got (including one that led to an arrest).</p><p>Chris also talked about other projects he’s done, including a piece for the New York Times on <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/25/magazine/military-challenge-coins-afghanistan.html" rel="nofollow">military challenge coins</a> and their larger representation within the war in Afghanistan, and <a href="https://theintercept.com/2022/01/05/january-6-capitol-west-virginia-parkersburg/" rel="nofollow">a 23-minute documentary and story that ran on The Intercept</a> about a former Democrat city council member in West Virginia who stormed the U.S. Capitol.</p><p>He also discussed do’s and don’ts related to covering domestic extremism and work he’s doing to help reporters in that area, as well as how Report for America has helped him.</p><p>Our other interviews with Report for America reporters include</p><p><br></p><p>22. <a href="https://pod.link/1526063503/episode/481a8b8556138306bf192395454e473e" rel="nofollow">Morgan Mullings</a> (Boston’s Black community)</p><p>39. <a href="https://pod.link/1526063503/episode/f8b3ec2530a49b2cd7f15f629c35b0f2" rel="nofollow">Kassidy Arena</a> (Iowa Public Radio)</p><p>47. <a href="https://pod.link/1526063503/episode/162fa738013f0aea9b11354f3793633c" rel="nofollow">Farnoush Amiri</a> (local government in Ohio)</p><p>57. <a href="https://pod.link/1526063503/episode/489a379c457666b56e5278233e6751b4" rel="nofollow">Carrington Tatum</a> (environmental racism for MLK50)</p> 6f32c4d7-1515-4973-bd96-5385ca2f6fc7 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d6e905c6-9bc8-4f10-8c79-0f65f37e260d Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:05:00 +0000 3145 no full Katie Klingsporn, Managing Editor of WyoFile Katie Klingsporn, Managing Editor of WyoFile 59 1 Mark Simon On today’s show, we’re joined by Katie Klingsporn. Katie is the managing editor of WyoFile, a non-profit member-supported public interest news service that covers the people, places, and policy of Wyoming. Katie is a former newspaper writer and editor with about 15 years experience. She’s done a lot of freelance reporting about life in the West as well. She’s a self-described word geek Katie talked about her journalism path, how multiple sclerosis has impacted her life and work, and why she enjoys covering the outdoors so much. She also explained the purpose of WyoFile and the stories it covers, its reputation for fairness, and recent work on Coronavirus, Black Lives Matter protests, and investigative work on the Wyoming National Guard. Thank you as always for listening. Please rate and review us if you can. On today’s show, we’re joined by Katie Klingsporn. Katie is the managing editor of WyoFile, a non-profit member-supported public interest news service that covers the people, places, and policy of Wyoming.

Katie is a former newspaper writer and editor with about 15 years experience. She’s done a lot of freelance reporting about life in the West as well. She’s a self-described word geek

Katie talked about her journalism path, how multiple sclerosis has impacted her life and work, and why she enjoys covering the outdoors so much.

She also explained the purpose of WyoFile and the stories it covers, its reputation for fairness, and recent work on Coronavirus, Black Lives Matter protests, and investigative work on the Wyoming National Guard.

Thank you as always for listening. Please rate and review us if you can.

]]> <p>On today’s show, we’re joined by Katie Klingsporn. Katie is the managing editor of <a href="http://wyofile.com/" rel="nofollow">WyoFile</a>, a non-profit member-supported public interest news service that covers the people, places, and policy of Wyoming.</p><p>Katie is a former newspaper writer and editor with about 15 years experience. She’s done a lot of freelance reporting about life in the West as well. She’s a self-described word geek</p><p>Katie talked about her journalism path, <a href="https://momentummagazineonline.com/for-a-type-a-athlete-a-new-normal/" rel="nofollow">how multiple sclerosis has impacted her life and work</a>, and <a href="https://www.oars.com/blog/hance-rapid-grand-canyon/" rel="nofollow">why she enjoys covering the outdoors so much</a>.</p><p>She also explained the purpose of WyoFile and the stories it covers, its reputation for fairness, and recent work on <a href="https://wyofile.com/reservation-communities-ahead-of-the-curve-with-testing-response/" rel="nofollow">Coronavirus</a>, <a href="https://wyofile.com/tag/black-lives-matter/page/2/" rel="nofollow">Black Lives Matter</a> protests, and <a href="https://wyofile.com/whistleblowers-workplace-discrimination-and-retaliation-plague-wyo-national-guard/" rel="nofollow">investigative work on the Wyoming National Guard</a>.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. Please rate and review us if you can.</p> 81e01ad9-695e-4c28-ab63-75e929e6a8a0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/22e30fed-952a-4cc2-bfaf-c2a35912426b Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:05:00 +0000 1843 no full Longtime Radio Reporter Richard Davies: "How Do We Fix It?" Longtime Radio Reporter Richard Davies: "How Do We Fix It?" 58 1 Mark Simon On today’s show, we’re joined by Richard Davies. When you hear his voice, you may say “sounds familiar. He worked for ABC News Radio as a news reporter and host and worked in radio for 29 years. Richard currently heads his own podcast consulting business and co-hosts the solutions journalism podcast “How Do We Fix It?” which has aired more than 300 episodes and is part of The Democracy Group. He talked about lessons learned from his career, what characterized his reporting on both big events and personal finance and how his podcast celebrates fresh thinking on current topics. He gave multiple examples of the latter as related to views on policing and the origins of COVID-19. He also gave practical advice for thoughtful speaking and for interviewing and saluted a reporter who he felt was doing great work. Thank you as always for listening. You can find “How Do We Fix It?” here and wherever you get your podcasts. On today’s show, we’re joined by Richard Davies. When you hear his voice, you may say “sounds familiar. He worked for ABC News Radio as a news reporter and host and worked in radio for 29 years.

Richard currently heads his own podcast consulting business and co-hosts the solutions journalism podcast “How Do We Fix It?” which has aired more than 300 episodes and is part of The Democracy Group.

He talked about lessons learned from his career, what characterized his reporting on both big events and personal finance and how his podcast celebrates fresh thinking on current topics. He gave multiple examples of the latter as related to views on policing and the origins of COVID-19.

He also gave practical advice for thoughtful speaking and for interviewing and saluted a reporter who he felt was doing great work.

Thank you as always for listening. You can find “How Do We Fix It?” here and wherever you get your podcasts.

]]> <p>On today’s show, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/daviesnow" rel="nofollow">Richard Davies</a>. When you hear his voice, you may say “sounds familiar. He worked for ABC News Radio as a news reporter and host and worked in radio for 29 years.</p><p>Richard currently heads his own <a href="http://daviescontent.com/" rel="nofollow">podcast consulting business</a> and co-hosts the solutions journalism podcast “<a href="https://pod.link/1002910818" rel="nofollow">How Do We Fix It?”</a> which has aired more than 300 episodes and is part of <a href="https://www.democracygroup.org/" rel="nofollow">The Democracy Group</a>.</p><p>He talked about lessons learned from his career, what characterized his reporting on both big events and personal finance and how his podcast celebrates fresh thinking on current topics. He gave multiple examples of the latter as related to views on policing and the origins of COVID-19.</p><p>He also gave practical advice for thoughtful speaking and for interviewing and saluted a reporter who he felt was doing great work.</p><p>Thank you as always for listening. You can <a href="https://pod.link/1002910818" rel="nofollow">find “How Do We Fix It?” here</a> and wherever you get your podcasts.</p> 5bf9d9a9-22f7-40e8-a187-da6488eea373 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c7c68167-7ed7-45b0-8325-198068e948f4 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1750 no full Carrington Tatum, Reporter - MLK50 Memphis Carrington Tatum, Reporter - MLK50 Memphis 57 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined for an interview by Carrington Tatum. Carrington is a reporter for MLK50 – a non-profit newsroom focused on poverty, power, and public policy that was founded in 2017 by journalist Wendi Thomas. He’s also a part of the Report for America program. Regular listeners know that we’re a huge fan of that organization, which is now taking applicants for its next reporting class at ReportForAmerica.org. Carrington talked about his nearly 40-story series on the Byhalia Pipeline project, one that would have run through one of Memphis’ poorest neighborhoods had it been enacted. He discussed the challenges of learning the subject matter and the prevalence of environmental racism across the country. He also referenced other work he’d done and shared both his path to a journalism career and how Report for America had benefited him. On this episode, we’re joined for an interview by Carrington Tatum.

Carrington is a reporter for MLK50 – a non-profit newsroom focused on poverty, power, and public policy that was founded in 2017 by journalist Wendi Thomas.

He’s also a part of the Report for America program. Regular listeners know that we’re a huge fan of that organization, which is now taking applicants for its next reporting class at ReportForAmerica.org.

Carrington talked about his nearly 40-story series on the Byhalia Pipeline project, one that would have run through one of Memphis’ poorest neighborhoods had it been enacted. He discussed the challenges of learning the subject matter and the prevalence of environmental racism across the country.

He also referenced other work he’d done and shared both his path to a journalism career and how Report for America had benefited him.

Other Report for America interviews

Morgan Mullings (Boston government)

Kassidy Arena (Latinos in Iowa)

Farnoush Amiri (Ohio government)


]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined for an interview by <a href="https://d.docs.live.net/a43078447ef4973e/Desktop/Journalism%20Salute/Episode%20scripts/twitter.com/chiefcarrington" rel="nofollow">Carrington Tatum</a>.</p><p>Carrington is a reporter for <a href="http://mlk50.com/" rel="nofollow">MLK50</a> – a non-profit newsroom focused on poverty, power, and public policy that was founded in 2017 by journalist Wendi Thomas.</p><p>He’s also a part of the Report for America program. Regular listeners know that we’re a huge fan of that organization, which is now taking applicants for its next reporting class at <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">ReportForAmerica.org</a>.</p><p>Carrington talked about his nearly 40-story series on the Byhalia Pipeline project, one that would have run through one of Memphis’ poorest neighborhoods had it been enacted. He discussed the challenges of learning the subject matter and the prevalence of environmental racism across the country.</p><p>He also referenced other work he’d done and shared both his path to a journalism career and how Report for America had benefited him.</p><p><strong>Other Report for America interviews</strong></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/morgan-mullings-of-the-bay-state-banner-report/id1526063503?i=1000505746959" rel="nofollow">Morgan Mullings </a>(Boston government)</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kassidy-arena-iowa-public-radio-report-for-america/id1526063503?i=1000521240051" rel="nofollow">Kassidy Arena </a>(Latinos in Iowa)</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/farnoush-amiri-of-the-associated-press-report-for-america/id1526063503?i=1000531659775" rel="nofollow">Farnoush Amiri</a> (Ohio government)</p><p><br></p> 5e56d85b-8e76-4bf7-9eef-d038310babe8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c2a58543-dfaa-4fb5-97be-b172ecc9c1b8 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1905 no full Journalism Documentary Filmmaker Don Colacino (Trusted Sources) Journalism Documentary Filmmaker Don Colacino (Trusted Sources) 56 1 Mark Simon On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined for an interview by Don Colacino. Don is a filmmaker who has just started production on a documentary, Trusted Sources, that is about the decline of trust in news and those working to restore it. Don talked about the work that he’s doing (including a considerable amount of research and reporting), outlined what the film will look like, and talked about some of the heroes of journalism who are working to promote trust in the news media. He also explained lessons he learned from his documentary short, Winner Take All, which explains the movement for a national popular vote, and shared his favorite journalism documentaries. To learn more about the movie, visit trustdocfilm.com and colacinoproductions.com. On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined for an interview by Don Colacino. Don is a filmmaker who has just started production on a documentary, Trusted Sources, that is about the decline of trust in news and those working to restore it.

Don talked about the work that he’s doing (including a considerable amount of research and reporting), outlined what the film will look like, and talked about some of the heroes of journalism who are working to promote trust in the news media.

He also explained lessons he learned from his documentary short, Winner Take All, which explains the movement for a national popular vote, and shared his favorite journalism documentaries.

To learn more about the movie, visit trustdocfilm.com and colacinoproductions.com.

]]> <p>On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined for an interview by <a href="http://twitter.com/dcolacino" rel="nofollow">Don Colacino</a>. Don is a filmmaker who has just started production on a documentary, <em>Trusted Sources</em>, that is about the decline of trust in news and those working to restore it.</p><p>Don talked about the work that he’s doing (including a considerable amount of research and reporting), outlined what the film will look like, and talked about some of the heroes of journalism who are working to promote trust in the news media.</p><p>He also explained lessons he learned from his documentary short, <em>Winner Take All</em>, which explains the movement for a national popular vote, and shared his favorite journalism documentaries.</p><p>To learn more about the movie, visit <a href="http://trustdocfilm.com/" rel="nofollow">trustdocfilm.com</a> and <a href="http://colacinoproductions.com/" rel="nofollow">colacinoproductions.com</a>.</p> 8358b6d2-a40b-40ca-a959-237f6fb41dd5 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/132d0516-9d81-4606-9aa9-28c2f580ed63 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1503 no full Ashleigh Fields, Editor-in-Chief of The Hilltop (Howard University) Ashleigh Fields, Editor-in-Chief of The Hilltop (Howard University) 55 1 Mark Simon On this week’s episode, we are joined by Howard University junior Ashleigh Fields. Ashleigh is the editor in chief of The Hilltop, which is the student newspaper at the school. Ashleigh talked about her journalism origin story (she watched her mom, a TV news anchor) and her enjoyment of all forms of writing. She then discussed the big news story on campus – a housing crisis that led to the occupation of a prominent building at the school – and what it was like to cover it. She also explained the writing process she works through and the style she uses in producing a Letter from the Editor. Ashleigh also conversed about the decisions she has to make as an editor-in-chief, the benefits of being at an HBCU, the big-name hires in the school journalism department, the access she’s had to different things by being in Washington DC, and why she holds the Charlotte Post in high regard. A great episode for anyone interested in working in student newspaper leadership. Important Links The Hilltop Online Letter from The Editor – Give Us a Voice The Carrington Courier One of Ashleigh’s favorite stories – about her hair Her TedX Talk On this week’s episode, we are joined by Howard University junior Ashleigh Fields. Ashleigh is the editor in chief of The Hilltop, which is the student newspaper at the school.


Ashleigh talked about her journalism origin story (she watched her mom, a TV news anchor) and her enjoyment of all forms of writing.


She then discussed the big news story on campus – a housing crisis that led to the occupation of a prominent building at the school – and what it was like to cover it. She also explained the writing process she works through and the style she uses in producing a Letter from the Editor.


Ashleigh also conversed about the decisions she has to make as an editor-in-chief, the benefits of being at an HBCU, the big-name hires in the school journalism department, the access she’s had to different things by being in Washington DC, and why she holds the Charlotte Post in high regard.


A great episode for anyone interested in working in student newspaper leadership.


Important Links

The Hilltop Online

Letter from The Editor – Give Us a Voice

The Carrington Courier

One of Ashleigh’s favorite stories – about her hair

Her TedX Talk

]]> <p>On this week’s episode, we are joined by Howard University junior Ashleigh Fields. Ashleigh is the editor in chief of <em>The Hilltop</em>, which is the student newspaper at the school. </p><p><br></p><p>Ashleigh talked about her journalism origin story (she watched her mom, a TV news anchor) and her enjoyment of all forms of writing.</p><p><br></p><p>She then discussed the big news story on campus – a housing crisis that led to the occupation of a prominent building at the school – and what it was like to cover it. She also explained the writing process she works through and the style she uses in producing a Letter from the Editor.</p><p><br></p><p>Ashleigh also conversed about the decisions she has to make as an editor-in-chief, the benefits of being at an HBCU, the big-name hires in the school journalism department, the access she’s had to different things by being in Washington DC, and why she holds the Charlotte Post in high regard. </p><p><br></p><p>A great episode for anyone interested in working in student newspaper leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://thehilltoponline.com/" rel="nofollow">The Hilltop Online</a></p><p><a href="https://thehilltoponline.com/2021/11/08/from-the-editor-give-us-a-voice/" rel="nofollow">Letter from The Editor – Give Us a Voice</a></p><p><a href="https://thecarringtoncourier.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">The Carrington Courier</a></p><p>One of Ashleigh’s favorite stories – <a href="https://thecarringtoncourier.wordpress.com/2019/02/14/a-new-natural-its-called-natural-not-nappy/" rel="nofollow">about her hair</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksL0rqLPL_I" rel="nofollow">Her TedX Talk</a></p> 6bc9aaec-eedb-4b46-8b74-abaa0718b49c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6722bb9c-f414-45f8-9d97-b347dbc142f9 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1759 no full Russell Midori: TV Field Producer, Co-Founder: Military Veterans In Journalism Russell Midori: TV Field Producer, Co-Founder: Military Veterans In Journalism 56 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by Russell Midori, a TV photojournalist and the president of Military Veterans in Journalism, an organization that mentors veterans who want to work in journalism after their service concludes. Russell talked about his military career and transition to video work, shooting, editing and producing features, news stories, and documentaries. He gave examples of work he did and discussed the dangers of the job. This is a good episode if you’re interested in working behind the scenes in TV news. Russell also spoke about Military Veterans in Journalism and the work the group is doing, as well as why military veterans make good newsroom employees. If you’d like to learn more, visit their website or find them on Twitter As always, thank you for listening, and a special thank you to military veterans for their service as Veterans Day approaches. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Russell Midori, a TV photojournalist and the president of Military Veterans in Journalism, an organization that mentors veterans who want to work in journalism after their service concludes.


Russell talked about his military career and transition to video work, shooting, editing and producing features, news stories, and documentaries. He gave examples of work he did and discussed the dangers of the job. This is a good episode if you’re interested in working behind the scenes in TV news.


Russell also spoke about Military Veterans in Journalism and the work the group is doing, as well as why military veterans make good newsroom employees.


If you’d like to learn more, visit their website or find them on Twitter


As always, thank you for listening, and a special thank you to military veterans for their service as Veterans Day approaches.

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://www.russellmidori.com/" rel="nofollow">Russell Midori</a>, a TV photojournalist and the president of Military Veterans in Journalism, an organization that mentors veterans who want to work in journalism after their service concludes.</p><p><br></p><p>Russell talked about his military career and transition to video work, shooting, editing and producing features, news stories, and documentaries. He gave examples of work he did and discussed the dangers of the job. This is a good episode if you’re interested in working behind the scenes in TV news.</p><p><br></p><p>Russell also spoke about Military Veterans in Journalism and the work the group is doing, as well as why military veterans make good newsroom employees.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’d like to learn more, <a href="http://mvj.network/" rel="nofollow">visit their website</a> or find them <a href="http://twitter.com/mvjnetwork" rel="nofollow">on Twitter</a></p><p><br></p><p>As always, thank you for listening, and a special thank you to military veterans for their service as Veterans Day approaches.</p> 20d452b6-1466-4499-a161-cc87ccddb1d4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1317ac3d-036a-41c4-9a7c-d09748ea5372 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1782 no full April Alonso of the Award-Winning Cicero Independiente April Alonso of the Award-Winning Cicero Independiente 55 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, we’re joined by April Alonso. April is the co-founder of the award-winning Cicero Independiente, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh. The Independiente just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000. April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers are part-timer, contributors, and volunteers from local schools and the community. To learn more about The Independiente, read this article from The Poynter Institute. On today’s episode, we’re joined by April Alonso. April is the co-founder of the award-winning Cicero Independiente, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh.


The Independiente just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000.


April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers that are part-time and volunteers from local schools and the community.


To learn more about The Independiente, read this article from The Poynter Institute. 

]]> <p>On today’s episode, we’re joined by April Alonso. April is the co-founder of the award-winning <a href="http://www.ciceroindependiente.com/" rel="nofollow">Cicero Independiente</a>, a bilingual news website and publication based in Cicero, Illinois, along with Irene Romulo and Ankur Singh.</p><p><br></p><p>The Independiente just won two awards from the Institute for Non-Profit News for the 11-part series – Unrest in Cicero – How One Day Shook a Town – coverage of racial violence and unrest in their city of 80,000.</p><p><br></p><p>April talked about her career as a photographer and her role with this organization, explained what happened in the city and how her organization covered it, and discussed how the Independiente functions with workers that are part-time and volunteers from local schools and the community.</p><p><br></p><p>To learn more about The Independiente, read <a href="https://www.poynter.org/locally/2021/how-a-community-focused-weekly-is-punching-holes-in-an-illinois-towns-political-discourse/" rel="nofollow">this article</a> from The Poynter Institute. </p> 0c628d44-c060-4799-8cde-176a2e63d8fd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/71187d7a-e293-48b9-ade4-cd7a07726e37 Tue, 02 Nov 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2028 no full Bradford William Davis, Investigative Writer, Insider (formerly NY Daily News) Bradford William Davis, Investigative Writer, Insider (formerly NY Daily News) 54 1 Mark Simon On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined by Insider investigative sports writer Bradford William Davis. Bradford talked about his career path – from starting a newsletter with a friend to eventually (after time at several start-ups and HBO) as a sports columnist for the Daily News and now for the website, Insider. Bradford often writes about social justice issues as they relate to sports. We discussed pieces he wrote about performative unity by athletes, Jay Z’s hypocritical stance in partering with the NFL, and a feature he wrote for GQ about an Olympic fencer – a black athlete in a white conservative sport. Bradford also addresses the issue of so few Black baseball writers. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined by Insider investigative sports writer Bradford William Davis.

 

Bradford talked about his career path – from starting a newsletter with a friend to eventually (after time at several start-ups and HBO) as a sports columnist for the Daily News and now for the website, Insider.

 

Bradford often writes about social justice issues as they relate to sports. We discussed pieces he wrote about performative unity by athletes, Jay Z’s hypocritical stance in partering with the NFL, the erasing of a Black Lives Matter statement on a pitcher's mound, and a feature he wrote for GQ about an Olympic fencer – a black athlete in a white conservative sport. Bradford also addresses the issue of there being so few Black baseball writers.

 

Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. You can e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com

 

]]> <p>On today’s show, Mark Simon is joined by Insider investigative sports writer <a href="http://twitter.com/bwdbwdbwd" rel="nofollow">Bradford William Davis</a>.</p><p> </p><p>Bradford talked about his career path – from starting a newsletter with a friend to eventually (after time at several start-ups and HBO) as a sports columnist for the <em>Daily News</em> and now for the website, Insider.</p><p> </p><p>Bradford often writes about social justice issues as they relate to sports. We discussed pieces he wrote about <a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/sports/baseball/yankees/ny-mlb-unity-demonstrations-20200728-5y3ncjvccjgblgooxihalby2om-story.html" rel="nofollow">performative unity by athletes,</a> <a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/ny-jay-z-colin-kaepernick-nfl-partnership-20190815-whamqqt5wfagzl3e5rnw3md4cq-story.html" rel="nofollow">Jay Z’s hypocritical stance in partering with the NFL</a>, the erasing of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/devin-williams-erase-blm-tribute-trevor-bauer-2021-8" rel="nofollow">a Black Lives Matter statement on a pitcher&#39;s mound</a>, and a feature he wrote for GQ <a href="https://www.gq.com/story/curtis-mcdowald-olympic-fencing-profile" rel="nofollow">about an Olympic fencer</a> – a black athlete in a white conservative sport. Bradford also addresses the issue of there being so few Black baseball writers.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. You can e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com</p><p> </p> d85b773d-cdfa-42ab-8061-97e76b11547a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6b5f8760-c631-44f8-8cec-bfc47962fdd6 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2740 no full Alex Coffey, Sports Enterprise Writer Alex Coffey, Sports Enterprise Writer 53 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by one of his favorite sportswriters, enterprise reporter, Alex Coffey, who has written for The Athletic, The New York Times, USA Today, and FoxSports.com. Alex told the story of how she got into the business, following the path of her father as a sports enterprise writer and her mother as journalists, and explained how her appreciation of history is so important to her work. Alex then talked about some of the most interesting stories she’s written, from hanging out in a bookstore and talking about The Alchemist and The Great Gatsby, with a baseball player just before his baseball life changed, to a more intense piece on a former baseball player-turned police officer who has dealt with the aftereffects of working through the September 11 attacks. She also shared on her efforts to talk to people who would give insight into a reclusive sports team owner and how she captured her own thoughts on her sister getting drafted to play pro soccer. Thanks for listening, as always. Please rate and review us if you can. You can email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet at @journalismpod. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by one of his favorite sportswriters, enterprise reporter, Alex Coffey, who has written for The Athletic, The New York Times, USA Today, and FoxSports.com.

Alex told the story of how she got into the business, following the path of her father as a sports enterprise writer and her mother as journalists, and explained how her appreciation of history is so important to her work.

Alex then talked about some of the most interesting stories she’s written, from hanging out in a bookstore and talking about The Alchemist and The Great Gatsby, with a baseball player just before his baseball life changed, to a more intense piece on a former baseball player-turned police officer who has dealt with the aftereffects of working through the September 11 attacks.

She also shared on her efforts to talk to people who would give insight into a reclusive sports team owner and how she captured her own thoughts on her sister getting drafted to play pro soccer.

Thanks for listening, as always. Please rate and review us if you can. You can email us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet at @journalismpod.

 

 

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by one of his favorite sportswriters, enterprise reporter, <a href="http://twitter.com/byAlexCoffey" rel="nofollow">Alex Coffey</a>, who has written for <em>The Athletic, The New York Times, USA Today, and FoxSports.com.</em></p><p>Alex told the story of how she got into the business, following the path of her father as a sports enterprise writer and her mother as journalists, and explained how her appreciation of history is so important to her work.</p><p>Alex then talked about some of the most interesting stories she’s written, from <a href="https://theathletic.com/1154368/2019/09/02/from-a-bookstore-to-the-bronx-inside-the-moment-cory-gearrin-became-a-yankee/" rel="nofollow">hanging out in a bookstore and talking about <em>The Alchemist</em> and <em>The Great Gatsby</em>, with a baseball player</a> just before his baseball life changed, to <a href="https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/stanley-jefferson-former-met-nyc-cop-9-11-experience-20-years-later" rel="nofollow">a more intense piece</a> on a former baseball player-turned police officer who has dealt with the aftereffects of working through the September 11 attacks.</p><p>She also shared on her efforts to talk to people who would give insight into <a href="https://www.sfgate.com/athletics/article/Who-is-John-Fisher-Inside-the-world-and-16315323.php" rel="nofollow">a reclusive sports team owner</a> and how she captured her own thoughts <a href="https://theathletic.com/2322842/2021/01/14/samantha-coffey-nwsl-draft-portland-thorns/" rel="nofollow">on her sister getting drafted to play pro soccer</a>.</p><p>Thanks for listening, as always. Please rate and review us if you can. You can email us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or tweet at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><em> </em></p><p> </p> 48c0181e-7bfc-4990-be46-3afb76ac6381 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e94fbbdc-fa0e-4761-bd65-21fc3ce7f814 Tue, 05 Oct 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2131 no full Music Journalist: Ken Partridge on Writing A Book (Hell of a Hat) Music Journalist: Ken Partridge on Writing A Book (Hell of a Hat) 52 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talks to Ken Partridge, a music journalist and author of Hell of a Hat, The Best of 90s Ska and Swing. Ken talked about how his interests in journalism and music began and evolved, some of the prominent musicians he’s interviewed and how he finds little tidbits to make stories on everything he does (including Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer) distinct. He also shared his favorite question-answer moment, when he got Joni Mitchell to refer to herself as a genius. Ken also explained why he wrote this book, what the experience and process was like. He gave tips on how to get good answers to questions and how to handle the volume of work in a book project. He also discussed his journalistic influences and picked a music journalist he wanted to salute. You can find Ken’s book here. On this episode, Mark Simon talks to Ken Partridge, a music journalist and author of Hell of a Hat, The Best of 90s Ska and Swing.


Ken talked about how his interests in journalism and music began and evolved, some of the prominent musicians he’s interviewed and how he finds little tidbits to make stories on everything he does (including Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer) distinct. He also shared his favorite question-answer moment, when he got Joni Mitchell to refer to herself as a genius.


Ken also explained why he wrote this book, what the experience and process was like. He gave tips on how to get good answers to questions and how to handle the volume of work in a book project. He also discussed his journalistic influences and picked a music journalist he wanted to salute.


You can find Ken’s book here.

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> talks to <a href="http://twitter.com/kenpartridge" rel="nofollow">Ken Partridge</a>, a music journalist and author of <em>Hell of a Hat,</em> <em>The Best of 90s Ska and Swing.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Ken talked about how his interests in journalism and music began and evolved, some of the prominent musicians he’s interviewed and how he finds little tidbits to make stories on everything he does (including <em>Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer) </em>distinct. He also shared his favorite question-answer moment, when he got Joni Mitchell to refer to herself as a genius.</p><p><br></p><p>Ken also explained why he wrote this book, what the experience and process was like. He gave tips on how to get good answers to questions and how to handle the volume of work in a book project. He also discussed his journalistic influences and picked a music journalist he wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>You can find Ken’s book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hell-Hat-Swing-American-History/dp/0271090383" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> f5ee058e-33a0-40bf-8342-94dc974321b1 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/af0f1b91-de0b-4cc5-a7c4-f99b11c9921d Tue, 21 Sep 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2037 no full David Cutler: Teacher & Executive Director of the Private School Journalism Association David Cutler: Teacher & Executive Director of the Private School Journalism Association 51 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by David Cutler, a history and journalism teacher at Brimmer and May School in Massachusetts, as well as the Executive Director of the Private School Journalism Association. David discussed both the work of his organization and his journalism teaching. The PSJA is attempting to increase membership and work to develop policies with private and independent schools regarding censorship and private review. David went through the efforts being made in both areas. He also talked about the work he’s done teaching at Brimmer and May, other private schools that have stood out for their journalism work (including one in England), and how he’s tried to integrate journalism into his history teaching, and comic books into classrooms. Thank you for listening. Episode feedback is welcomed. Please rate and review us if you can. You can find us on Twitter at @journalismpod. Stay safe and stay well. On this episode, we’re joined by David Cutler, a history and journalism teacher at Brimmer and May School in Massachusetts, as well as the Executive Director of the Private School Journalism Association.


David discussed both the work of his organization and his journalism teaching. The PSJA is attempting to increase membership and work to develop policies with private and independent schools regarding censorship and private review. David went through the efforts being made in both areas.


He also talked about the work he’s done teaching at Brimmer and May, other private schools that have stood out for their journalism work (including one in England), and how he’s tried to integrate journalism into his history teaching, and comic books into classrooms.


Thank you for listening. Episode feedback is welcomed. Please rate and review us if you can. You can find us on Twitter at @journalismpod.


Stay safe and stay well.

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/psja_voice" rel="nofollow">David Cutler</a>, a history and journalism teacher at Brimmer and May School in Massachusetts, as well as the Executive Director of the <a href="https://ps-ja.com/" rel="nofollow">Private School Journalism Association</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>David discussed both the work of his organization and his journalism teaching. The PSJA is attempting to increase membership and work to develop policies with private and independent schools regarding censorship and private review. David went through the efforts being made in both areas.</p><p><br></p><p>He also talked about the work he’s done teaching at Brimmer and May, other private schools that have stood out for their journalism work (including one in England), and how he’s tried to integrate journalism into his history teaching, and comic books into classrooms.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Episode feedback is welcomed. Please rate and review us if you can. You can find us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Stay safe and stay well.</p> c1db5829-36e1-43a2-a775-1117508c9fb2 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ecd153e7-7a8b-4d1d-b463-7bfca57f343c Tue, 07 Sep 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1762 no full César Rodríguez, Photojournalist - The GroundTruth Project César Rodríguez, Photojournalist - The GroundTruth Project 50 1 Mark Simon On today’s show, we’re joined by César Rodríguez, a photojournalist and GroundTruth fellow based in Mexico. You might have heard our recent interview with photojournalist Aryana Noroozi a couple of episodes ago. César has a distinct story to tell as well. César talked about his path to journalism through chocolate(!),a recent project he did for GroundTruth on a Mexican migrant camp, how he approaches his projects, and his filmmaker aspirations LINKs Mexican Migrant Camp Project Photoessay on family of drug cartel murder victims If Hell Existed documentary trailer On today’s show, we’re joined by César Rodríguez, a photojournalist and GroundTruth fellow based in Mexico. You might have heard our recent interview with photojournalist Aryana Noroozi a couple of episodes ago. César has a distinct story to tell as well.

César talked about his path to journalism through chocolate(!),a recent project he did for GroundTruth on a Mexican migrant camp, how he approaches his projects, and his filmmaker aspirations

LINKs

Mexican Migrant Camp Project

Photoessay on family of drug cartel murder victims

If Hell Existed documentary trailer

]]> <p>On today’s show, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.c-rodriguez.com/" rel="nofollow">César Rodríguez</a><span>, a photojournalist and </span><a href="http://thegroundtruthproject.org" rel="nofollow">GroundTruth</a><span> fellow based in Mexico. You might have heard our recent interview with photojournalist Aryana Noroozi a couple of episodes ago. </span>César<span> has a distinct story to tell as well.</span></p><p>César talked about his path to journalism through chocolate(!),a recent project he did for GroundTruth on a Mexican migrant camp, how he approaches his projects, and his filmmaker aspirations</p><p><strong>LINKs</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/03/here-to-stay-groundtruth-project-matamoros-photography/?fbclid=IwAR14SLAajGyEUcQWoqPx_xVmOINPanaO3fco3Ix0EDF5Lec37n74QFUsTqU" rel="nofollow">Mexican Migrant Camp Project</a></p><p><a href="https://time.com/longform/mormon-massacre-mexico-photographer-account/" rel="nofollow">Photoessay on family of drug cartel murder victims</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CQkbD7VDetU/" rel="nofollow">If Hell Existed documentary trailer</a></p> 320f5ff2-0391-414f-bb12-7072bf601d7b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c0a1c095-5a70-4f18-9871-cd054e685e7e Tue, 24 Aug 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1881 no full Farnoush Amiri of the Associated Press, Report for America Farnoush Amiri of the Associated Press, Report for America 49 1 Mark Simon Farnoush Amiri is one of the busiest journalists we’ve gotten to interview. She is currently a reporter for the Associated Press as part of the Report for America, covering a broad range of stories out of Columbus, Ohio. She is also a vice-president for the South Asian Journalists Association (SAJA), and a co-director of the Voices program for the Asian-American Journalists Association (AAJA). Farnoush talked about her career path, which began at The Hollywood Reporter, where she learned lessons still applicable today. She talked about her current job, and what a week is like covering everything from state government to the pandemic to any other news happening in her coverage area. She also discussed her most notable story – a piece for NPR’s Code Switch on a harrowing incident involving her family and the police at a time when post-9/11 tensions were high. Farnoush also spoke about the priorities of the AAJA and what the Voices program does to help train young journalists and build awareness for problematic issues, such as prominent organizations hiring interns largely from Ivy League schools. She also addressed the current priorities for the SAJA and why she is taking on these leadership positions. Farnoush Amiri is one of the busiest journalists we’ve gotten to interview. She is currently a reporter for the Associated Press as part of the Report for America, covering a broad range of stories out of Columbus, Ohio. She is also a vice-president for the South Asian Journalists Association (SAJA), and a co-director of the Voices program for the Asian-American Journalists Association (AAJA).

 

Farnoush talked about her career path, which began at The Hollywood Reporter, where she learned lessons still applicable today. She talked about her current job, and what a week is like covering everything from state government to the pandemic to any other news happening in her coverage area.

 

She also discussed her most notable story – a piece for NPR’s Code Switch on a harrowing incident involving her family and the police at a time when post-9/11 tensions were high.

 

Farnoush also spoke about the priorities of the AAJA and what the Voices program does to help train young journalists and build awareness for problematic issues, such as prominent organizations hiring interns largely from Ivy League schools. She also addressed the current priorities for the SAJA and why she is taking on these leadership positions.

]]> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/farnoushamiri" rel="nofollow">Farnoush Amiri</a> is one of the busiest journalists we’ve gotten to interview. She is currently a reporter for the Associated Press as part of the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America</a>, covering a broad range of stories out of Columbus, Ohio. She is also a vice-president for the <a href="http://saja.org/" rel="nofollow">South Asian Journalists Association</a> (SAJA), and a co-director of the Voices program for the <a href="http://aaja.org/" rel="nofollow">Asian-American Journalists Association (AAJA)</a>.</p><p> </p><p>Farnoush talked about her career path, which began at <em>The Hollywood Reporter, </em>where she learned lessons still applicable today. She talked about her current job, and what a week is like covering everything from state government to the pandemic to any other news happening in her coverage area.</p><p> </p><p>She also discussed her most notable story – <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2020/01/08/454050270/the-day-that-never-happened" rel="nofollow">a piece for NPR’s Code Switch</a> on a harrowing incident involving her family and the police at a time when post-9/11 tensions were high.</p><p> </p><p>Farnoush also spoke about the priorities of the AAJA and what the Voices program does to help train young journalists and build awareness for <a href="https://voices.aaja.org/index/2019/8/1/how-americas-top-newsrooms-recruit-interns-from-a-small-circle-of-colleges" rel="nofollow">problematic issues</a>, such as prominent organizations hiring interns largely from Ivy League schools. She also addressed the current priorities for the SAJA and why she is taking on these leadership positions.</p> de60ff0f-8282-42f7-abec-e0d25bef464d https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b5f33ec1-acb7-4078-aa6f-f39d263187a9 Wed, 11 Aug 2021 01:54:46 +0000 1823 no full Adam Rhodes, Chicago Reader, NLGJA Chicago Adam Rhodes, Chicago Reader, NLGJA Chicago 48 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon joined by investigative reporter and data journalist Adam Rhodes. Adam is a queer, first-generation Cuban-American who works uncovering corruption and wrongdoing in our nation's health care and criminal justice systems. Adam reports for the Chicago Reader as a social justice reporting fellow and is president of the Chicago chapter of the NLGJA, which is the Association of LGBTQ journalists Adam talked about different stories he had done, including those related to laws criminalizing HIV-positive status, white supremacy and racism in the Boystown section of Chicago, and the challenge for people in getting HIV medication and treatment in Puerto Rico. Adam also talked about what the NLGJA does and his role as president of the Chicago chapter. Thank you, as always, for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well. On this episode, Mark Simon joined by investigative reporter and data journalist Adam Rhodes. Adam is a queer, first-generation Cuban-American who works uncovering corruption and wrongdoing in our nation's health care and criminal justice systems. Adam reports for the Chicago Reader as a social justice reporting fellow and is president of the Chicago chapter of the NLGJA, which is the Association of LGBTQ journalists

 

Adam talked about different stories he had done, including those related to laws criminalizing HIV-positive status, white supremacy and racism in the Boystown section of Chicago, and the challenge for people in getting HIV medication and treatment in Puerto Rico.

 

Adam also talked about what the NLGJA does and his role as president of the Chicago chapter.

 

Thank you, as always, for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> joined by investigative reporter and data journalist <a href="http://twitter.com/byadamrhodes" rel="nofollow">Adam Rhodes</a>. Adam is a queer, first-generation Cuban-American who works uncovering corruption and wrongdoing in our nation&#39;s health care and criminal justice systems. Adam reports for the Chicago Reader as a social justice reporting fellow and is president of the Chicago chapter of the NLGJA, which is the Association of LGBTQ journalists</p><p> </p><p>Adam talked about different stories he had done, including those related to laws <a href="https://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/when-crime-goes-viral/Content?oid=89325526" rel="nofollow">criminalizing HIV-positive status</a>, <a href="https://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/were-not-asking-for-any-more-than-what-we-are-already-deserved/Content?oid=84371373" rel="nofollow">white supremacy and racism in the Boystown section of Chicago</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/adamrhodes/hiv-positive-puerto-rico-brace-for-hurricane-covid" rel="nofollow">and the challenge for people in getting HIV medication and treatment in Puerto Rico.</a></p><p> </p><p>Adam also talked about what the NLGJA does and his role as president of the Chicago chapter.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you, as always, for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p> 7d1720ba-7d8a-4248-b2b7-06aca99c7748 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3785164d-c956-4c9b-88b1-a100e3322924 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1651 no full Photojournalist Aryana Noroozi of The GroundTruth Project and Pulitzer Center Photojournalist Aryana Noroozi of The GroundTruth Project and Pulitzer Center 47 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Aryana Noroozi, a photojournalist working with The Groundtruth Project and The Pulitzer Center on impactful community reporting. Aryana talked about her career path, her photography style, and the different projects she worked on as a recent student at Columbia Journalism School. She also discussed one of her biggest projects, documenting remote learning and the impact it has on refugee families in San Diego, and an upcoming project related to losing a loved one to addiction during the time of COVID-19. She also shared her career aspirations and picked a journalism organization that she would like to salute. If you like the podcast, please rate and review it. Thank you for listening. Notable stories/photo projects - Refugee families and virtual learning - Friendship Park – a multinational park in San Diego - Iranians foreshadowing COVID issues - The Fears of Undocumented Home Health Care Workers - The class of 2024? Portraits On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Aryana Noroozi, a photojournalist working with The GroundTruth Project and Pulitzer Center on impactful community reporting.

 

Aryana talked about her career path, her photography style, and the different projects she worked on as a recent student at Columbia Journalism School. She also discussed one of her biggest projects, documenting remote learning and the impact it has on refugee families in San Diego, and an upcoming project related to losing a loved one to addiction during the time of COVID-19. She also shared her career aspirations and picked a journalism organization that she would like to salute.

 

If you like the podcast, please rate and review it. Thank you for listening.

 

Notable stories/photo projects

- Refugee families and virtual learning

- Friendship Park – a multinational park in San Diego

- Iranians foreshadowing COVID issues

- The Fears of Undocumented Home Health Care Workers

- The class of 2024? Portraits

 

]]> <p>On this episode, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://aryananoroozi.com/" rel="nofollow">Aryana Noroozi</a>, a photojournalist working with <a href="http://thegroundtruthproject.org" rel="nofollow">The GroundTruth Project</a> and <a href="http://pulitzercenter.org" rel="nofollow">Pulitzer Center</a> on impactful community reporting.</p><p> </p><p>Aryana talked about her career path, her photography style, and the different projects she worked on as a recent student at Columbia Journalism School. She also discussed one of her biggest projects, documenting remote learning and the impact it has on refugee families in San Diego, and an upcoming project related to losing a loved one to addiction during the time of COVID-19. She also shared her career aspirations and picked a journalism organization that she would like to salute.</p><p> </p><p>If you like the podcast, please rate and review it. Thank you for listening.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Notable stories/photo projects</strong></p><p>- <a href="https://www.aryananoroozi.com/refugee-student-learning-in-covid-19" rel="nofollow">Refugee families and virtual learning</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.aryananoroozi.com/friendshippark" rel="nofollow">Friendship Park – a multinational park in San Diego</a></p><p>- <a href="https://medium.com/columbiajourn/what-im-hearing-about-the-virus-in-iran-7ac61dc50fee" rel="nofollow">Iranians foreshadowing COVID issues</a></p><p><a href="https://medium.com/columbiajourn/an-undocumented-home-healthcare-worker-fears-for-her-patient-and-herself-75f4813f85eb" rel="nofollow">- The Fears of Undocumented Home Health Care Workers</a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.aryananoroozi.com/the-class-of-2024" rel="nofollow">The class of 2024? Portraits</a></p><p> </p> c594eeda-b94a-45de-a94f-86c639572d15 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/91844dd8-34e1-4b51-8cb2-b8529cf58ecf Tue, 13 Jul 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1776 no full Sean Lahman on Data-Driven & Watchdog Reporting at The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle Sean Lahman on Data-Driven & Watchdog Reporting at The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 46 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Sean Lahman, Watchdog Reporter for The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle. Sean talked about his career path - from working on baseball databases and sports encyclopedias to his current role with the D&C. Sean talked about developing both technical skills and storytelling skills and how that allowed him to differentiate from others in the field. He gave examples of the many resources and databases he's created, and talked about the emotional challenges of covering difficult stories. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Sean Lahman, Watchdog Reporter for The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle.

Sean talked about his career path - from working on baseball databases and sports encyclopedias to his current role with the D&C.

Sean talked about developing both technical skills and storytelling skills and how that allowed him to differentiate from others in the field. He gave examples of the many resources and databases he's created, and talked about the emotional challenges of covering difficult stories.

Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well


]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://seanlahman.com" rel="nofollow">Sean Lahman</a>, Watchdog Reporter for <a href="http://democratandchronicle.com" rel="nofollow">The Rochester Democrat &amp; Chronicle</a>.</p><p>Sean talked about his career path - from working on baseball databases and sports encyclopedias to his current role with the D&amp;C.</p><p>Sean talked about developing both technical skills and storytelling skills and how that allowed him to differentiate from others in the field. He gave examples of the many <a href="https://data.democratandchronicle.com/" rel="nofollow">resources and databases</a> he&#39;s created, and talked about the emotional challenges of covering difficult stories.</p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well</p><p><br></p> cf132106-cea8-49bf-a25c-a025171be88b https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/97b6f6a7-efb9-4fd7-a165-857ddb3d0ea8 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1622 no full REAIR: Allison Augustyn of InvestigateWest REAIR: Allison Augustyn of InvestigateWest 45 1 Mark Simon NOTE: We're going to an every-other-week schedule in June and July, so check out one of our first episodes ... This originally aired in August 2020 (hence the references to the Trump Administration). --- On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Allison Augustyn, the executive director of InvestigateWest, a non-profit journalism studio based in Seattle. In Allison’s words, InvestigateWest is reporting “for community, with community” using a modern investigative reporting approach. She explains the role that InvestigateWest fills and how the impact of their reporting on the Pacific Northwest is measured. She provides examples of notable stories (a social justice component to environmental reporting) and the idea of “meeting people where they live.” She also previews an upcoming story running in The Atlantic. Lastly, she offers advice to aspiring investigative reporters and offers her own salute to a journalism organization. Core quote: “There are economists who have put forth data that shows that for every dollar spent on investigative reporting, it yields $125 in societal good. It’s just that it takes a lot of time and money up front before you get that payoff.” The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review. NOTE: We're going to an every-other-week schedule in June and July, so check out one of our first episodes ...


This originally aired in August 2020 (hence the references to the Trump Administration).

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On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Allison Augustyn, the executive director of InvestigateWest, a non-profit journalism studio based in Seattle.

 

In Allison’s words, InvestigateWest is reporting “for community, with community” using a modern investigative reporting approach. She explains the role that InvestigateWest fills and how the impact of their reporting on the Pacific Northwest is measured.

 

She provides examples of notable stories (a social justice component to environmental reporting) and the idea of “meeting people where they live.” She also previews an upcoming story running in The Atlantic. Lastly, she offers advice to aspiring investigative reporters and offers her own salute to a journalism organization.


Core quote: “There are economists who have put forth data that shows that for every dollar spent on investigative reporting, it yields $125 in societal good. It’s just that it takes a lot of time and money up front before you get that payoff.”

 

The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

]]> <p>NOTE: We&#39;re going to an every-other-week schedule in June and July, so check out one of our first episodes ...</p><p><br></p><p>This originally aired in August 2020 (hence the references to the Trump Administration).</p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Allison Augustyn, the executive director of<a href="http://invw.org" rel="nofollow"> InvestigateWest</a>, a non-profit journalism studio based in Seattle.</p><p> </p><p>In Allison’s words, InvestigateWest is reporting “for community, with community” using a modern investigative reporting approach. She explains the role that InvestigateWest fills and how the impact of their reporting on the Pacific Northwest is measured.</p><p> </p><p>She provides examples of notable stories (a social justice component to environmental reporting) and the idea of “meeting people where they live.” She also previews an upcoming story running in <em>The Atlantic</em>. Lastly, she offers advice to aspiring investigative reporters and offers her own salute to a journalism organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core quote:</strong> “There are economists who have put forth data that shows that for every dollar spent on investigative reporting, it yields $125 in societal good. It’s just that it takes a lot of time and money up front before you get that payoff.”</p><p> </p><p><em>The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.</em></p> cfa60c61-04d7-4dc8-b829-7f0365966370 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/83029487-517b-4592-99a7-9be7f9f742b6 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1490 no full Mona Holmes of Eater LA - Food Journalism is About People Too Mona Holmes of Eater LA - Food Journalism is About People Too 44 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Mona Holmes of Eater LA. Mona talked about her career path and the entrepreneurial ventures she tried before deciding that food journalism was what she wanted to do. She explained how food journalism is more than just about food, that it’s about telling stories about people and reporting on policy. She also discussed the process by which a story goes from idea to completion, pointed out the importance of photography to her work, and noted voids in the industry that aspiring journalists could look to fill. Notable Links Mona’s articles for Eater LA Story on grocery store fried chicken Funnel cakes queen feature Viral tweet on LA food misconceptions On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon is joined by Mona Holmes of Eater LA.


Mona talked about her career path and the entrepreneurial ventures she tried before deciding that food journalism was what she wanted to do.


She explained how food journalism is more than just about food, that it’s about telling stories about people and reporting on policy. She also discussed the process by which a story goes from idea to completion, pointed out the importance of photography to her work, and noted voids in the industry that aspiring journalists could look to fill.


Notable Links

Mona’s articles for Eater LA

Story on grocery store fried chicken

Funnel cakes queen feature

Viral tweet on LA food misconceptions

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon</a> is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/monaeatsLA" rel="nofollow">Mona Holmes</a> of <a href="la.eater.com" rel="nofollow">Eater LA</a>. </p><p><br></p><p>Mona talked about her career path and the entrepreneurial ventures she tried before deciding that food journalism was what she wanted to do. </p><p><br></p><p>She explained how food journalism is more than just about food, that it’s about telling stories about people and reporting on policy. She also discussed the process by which a story goes from idea to completion, pointed out the importance of photography to her work, and noted voids in the industry that aspiring journalists could look to fill.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Notable Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://la.eater.com/authors/mona-holmes" rel="nofollow">Mona’s articles for Eater LA</a></p><p><a href="https://la.eater.com/2021/6/8/22524255/best-fried-chicken-los-angeles-grocery-stores-ralphs-albertsons" rel="nofollow">Story on grocery store fried chicken</a></p><p><a href="https://la.eater.com/2021/4/28/22399822/funnel-cake-pop-up-fun-diggity-compton-los-angeles-dessert-sweets" rel="nofollow">Funnel cakes queen feature</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/monaeatsLA/status/1401222608536756231" rel="nofollow">Viral tweet on LA food misconceptions</a></p> 0a16b32d-fd77-4da1-b971-20f423beb041 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4dd6ecad-e130-4b5c-8011-23bececf256c Tue, 15 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2208 no full REAIR: What is Dialogue Journalism? Eve Pearlman of Spaceship Media REAIR: What is Dialogue Journalism? Eve Pearlman of Spaceship Media 43 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Eve Pearlman, the co-founder and CEO of Spaceship Media. In Eve’s words, Spaceship Media is a company that invites exploration for journalists and conversation participants through a recently developed form of work known as dialogue journalism. Spaceship brings people from different groups together for conversations over an extended period of time and works with media outlets to report on what comes from those conversations. Eve explains the origin of the company and how dialogue journalism works in the spirit of reconceptualizing what journalism is. She tells what motivated her to pursue this type of journalism, how projects are conceptualized, developed, and completed, and why journalists are ideal for the role they serve within dialogue journalism. She also shares her vision for future projects and pays it forward with advice, and a journalism salute of her own. Core quote: “What can I do with the skills I have, from where I sit, to help the greater good?” The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review. Show Links Spaceship Media Spaceship Media Twitter page Eve Pearlman’s Twitter page Guns, An American Conversation (Spaceship Media’s book) Eve’s Ted Talk Journalism Salute Twitter Mark Simon Twitter NOTE:


Taking the week off, so thought I'd dial it back to the very beginning - August 2020- with Episode 1a (I did 2 episodes to start- we'll call them both 1a).


This one is one of my favorites because the topics are interesting and the approach is so different.


Back next week with a new episode. Enjoy!

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On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Eve Pearlman, the co-founder and CEO of Spaceship Media.

 

In Eve’s words, Spaceship Media is a company that invites exploration for journalists and conversation participants through a recently developed form of work known as dialogue journalism. Spaceship brings people from different groups together for conversations over an extended period of time and works with media outlets to report on what comes from those conversations.

 

Eve explains the origin of the company and how dialogue journalism works in the spirit of reconceptualizing what journalism is. She tells what motivated her to pursue this type of journalism, how projects are conceptualized, developed, and completed, and why journalists are ideal for the role they serve within dialogue journalism. She also shares her vision for future projects and pays it forward with advice, and a journalism salute of her own.

 

Core quote: “What can I do with the skills I have, from where I sit, to help the greater good?”

 

The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

 

Show Links

Spaceship Media

Spaceship Media Twitter page

Eve Pearlman’s Twitter page

Guns, An American Conversation (Spaceship Media’s book)

Eve’s Ted Talk

 

Journalism Salute Twitter

Mark Simon Twitter

]]> <p>NOTE:</p><p><br></p><p>Taking the week off, so thought I&#39;d dial it back to the very beginning - August 2020- with Episode 1a (I did 2 episodes to start- we&#39;ll call them both 1a).</p><p><br></p><p>This one is one of my favorites because the topics are interesting and the approach is so different.</p><p><br></p><p>Back next week with a new episode. Enjoy!</p><p>---</p><p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Eve Pearlman, the co-founder and CEO of Spaceship Media.</p><p> </p><p>In Eve’s words, Spaceship Media is a company that invites exploration for journalists and conversation participants through a recently developed form of work known as dialogue journalism. Spaceship brings people from different groups together for conversations over an extended period of time and works with media outlets to report on what comes from those conversations.</p><p> </p><p>Eve explains the origin of the company and how dialogue journalism works in the spirit of reconceptualizing what journalism is. She tells what motivated her to pursue this type of journalism, how projects are conceptualized, developed, and completed, and why journalists are ideal for the role they serve within dialogue journalism. She also shares her vision for future projects and pays it forward with advice, and a journalism salute of her own.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Core quote:</strong> “What can I do with the skills I have, from where I sit, to help the greater good?”</p><p> </p><p>The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Show Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/ep/6815d5b9-cb6a-4fdd-8ad3-f6794141bfae/spaceshipmedia.org" rel="nofollow">Spaceship Media</a></p><p><a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/ep/6815d5b9-cb6a-4fdd-8ad3-f6794141bfae/twitter.com/spaceship_media" rel="nofollow">Spaceship Media Twitter page</a></p><p><a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/ep/6815d5b9-cb6a-4fdd-8ad3-f6794141bfae/twitter.com/evepearlman" rel="nofollow">Eve Pearlman’s Twitter page</a></p><p><a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Guns-An-American-Conversation/The-Editors-at-Spaceship-Media/9781982132989" rel="nofollow">Guns, An American Conversation</a> (Spaceship Media’s book)</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BDF7cD2M6g" rel="nofollow">Eve’s Ted Talk</a></p><p> </p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">Journalism Salute Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/ep/6815d5b9-cb6a-4fdd-8ad3-f6794141bfae/twitter.com/markasimonsays" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon Twitter</a></p> aa2ea7b3-fbce-43ec-b6e2-f7d700f5c47f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/369d97f3-8e61-46d1-8410-0c6d277e1e4b Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1930 no full Carol Robidoux: Manchester Ink Link & a Lesson in Entrepreneurial Journalism Carol Robidoux: Manchester Ink Link & a Lesson in Entrepreneurial Journalism 42 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Carol Robidoux, the founder and publisher of the Manchester Ink Link, a news website serving Manchester, New Hampshire and its surrounding community. Carol talked about her path to her current role and explained what’s in a name – both the name of the website and her self-appointed title of Chief Instigating Officer. She also discussed what a news organization can do to reflect its community, and how a collaborative organization of multiple media outlets can be a gamechanger for the community. Carol also saluted multiple other organizations that have helped her along the way and told a story of how a piece of advice from journalism professor Bob Cole changed her life. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Carol Robidoux, the founder and publisher of the Manchester Ink Link, a news website serving Manchester, New Hampshire and its surrounding community.


Carol talked about her path to her current role and explained what’s in a name – both the name of the website and her self-appointed title of Chief Instigating Officer. She also discussed what a news organization can do to reflect its community, and how a collaborative organization of multiple media outlets can be a gamechanger for the community.


Carol also saluted multiple other organizations that have helped her along the way and told a story of how a piece of advice from journalism professor Bob Cole changed her life.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/manchinklink" rel="nofollow">Carol Robidoux</a>, the founder and publisher of the <a href="http://manchesterinklink.com/" rel="nofollow">Manchester Ink Link</a>, a news website serving Manchester, New Hampshire and its surrounding community.</p><p><br></p><p>Carol talked about her path to her current role and explained what’s in a name – both the name of the website and her self-appointed title of Chief Instigating Officer. She also discussed what a news organization can do to reflect its community, and how a collaborative organization of multiple media outlets can be a gamechanger for the community.</p><p><br></p><p>Carol also saluted <a href="https://lionpublishers.com/" rel="nofollow">multiple</a> <a href="http://solutionsjournalism.org/" rel="nofollow">other</a> organizations that have helped her along the way and told a story of how a piece of advice from journalism professor Bob Cole changed her life.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p> 8578a8a3-f7cf-4d44-a253-d4fe87b11afa https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1c8025ae-9424-4bcd-9ba9-f6d139c44d64 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2354 no full Aaron Elson: On Copy Editing & World War II Oral History Aaron Elson: On Copy Editing & World War II Oral History 41 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by 40-year copy editor and World War II oral historian Aaron Elson. Aaron talked about his long career in newspapers, emphasizing his role as a counselor of wayward commas about their place in sentences, protecting the English language, and writing headlines He also talked about his work compiling more than 600 hours of oral history of World War II and the books and podcasts he’s created from that. Aaron his written multiple books and hosts a podcast: War As My Father’s Tank Batallion Knew It. You can learn more about him at AaronElson.com. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well. On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by 40-year copy editor and World War II oral historian Aaron Elson.

 

Aaron talked about his long career in newspapers, emphasizing his role as a counselor of wayward commas about their place in sentences, protecting the English language, and writing headlines

 

He also talked about his work compiling more than 600 hours of oral history of World War II and the books and podcasts he’s created from that. Aaron his written multiple books and hosts a podcast: War As My Father’s Tank Batallion Knew It. You can learn more about him at AaronElson.com.

 

Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by 40-year copy editor and World War II oral historian Aaron Elson.</p><p> </p><p>Aaron talked about his long career in newspapers, emphasizing his role as a counselor of wayward commas about their place in sentences, protecting the English language, and writing headlines</p><p> </p><p>He also talked about his work compiling more than 600 hours of oral history of World War II and the books and podcasts he’s created from that. Aaron his written multiple books and hosts a podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/war-as-my-fathers-tank-battalion-knew-it/id1466141199" rel="nofollow">War As My Father’s Tank Batallion Knew It</a>. You can learn more about him at <a href="http://aaronelson.com/" rel="nofollow">AaronElson.com.</a></p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p> fb486e6e-99d6-4f22-a835-453efe99a798 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/c8922b65-1d04-4b36-9713-fadb29c2ee26 Tue, 25 May 2021 04:05:00 +0000 3314 no full Steve Novotney, Lede News (West Virginia) Steve Novotney, Lede News (West Virginia) 40 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Steve Novotney, a 30-year journalism veteran who co-founded LedeNews to cover the Upper Ohio Valley in West Virginia. Steve talked about his background in baseball, print media, and radio talk shows and all that led him to his current position as publisher and podcast host. Steve talked about the decline of local news and how his online newspaper intends to fill it. He gave examples of his coverage, including a photo essay in which he took pictures of 26 bridges around the state in an effort to alert governor Jim Justice to maintenance issues. Steve is very much an old-school journalist trying to show that old school still plays in the digital age. For more information on Steve and Ledenews, check out this feature by John Miller. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well. On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Steve Novotney, a 30-year journalism veteran who co-founded Lede News to cover the Upper Ohio Valley in West Virginia.


Steve talked about his background in baseball, print media, and radio talk shows and all that led him to his current position as publisher and podcast host. Steve talked about the decline of local news and how his online newspaper intends to fill it. He gave examples of his coverage, including a photo essay in which he took pictures of 26 bridges around the state in an effort to alert governor Jim Justice to maintenance issues.


Steve is very much an old-school journalist trying to show that old school still plays in the digital age.


For more information on Steve and Lede News, check out this feature by John Miller.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talked to <a href="http://twitter.com/snovotney" rel="nofollow">Steve Novotney</a>, a 30-year journalism veteran who co-founded <a href="http://ledenews.com/" rel="nofollow">Lede News</a> to cover the Upper Ohio Valley in West Virginia.</p><p><br></p><p>Steve talked about his background in baseball, print media, and radio talk shows and all that led him to his current position as publisher and podcast host. Steve talked about the decline of local news and how his online newspaper intends to fill it. He gave examples of his coverage, including a photo essay in which he took pictures of 26 bridges around the state in an effort to alert governor Jim Justice to maintenance issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Steve is very much an old-school journalist trying to show that old school still plays in the digital age.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information on Steve and Lede News, check out <a href="https://dailyyonder.com/digital-startup-fills-news-niche-in-wheeling-west-virginia/2021/04/19/" rel="nofollow">this feature by John Miller</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p> 57c8fe27-4243-43d4-9cb7-3a700b49b311 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0e181589-bea1-4fbf-a61c-13cd433a91e1 Tue, 18 May 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1859 no full Kassidy Arena (Iowa Public Radio & Report For America) Kassidy Arena (Iowa Public Radio & Report For America) 39 1 Mark Simon This week, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman are joined by Kassidy Arena, a reporter for Iowa Public Radio and a product of the Report For America program. Kassidy talked about her radio career and the work she does covering issues impacting Iowa’s growing Latino community. She also discussed her background as a journalist and how she didn’t think she would go into radio because she was hard of hearing, but was able to carve a path that led to her current position. Kassidy also continued discussions we’ve had on previous episodes regarding building trust in your sources and reporting for people rather than at them. She also gave her thoughts on the value of the Report for America program and Iowa Public Radio, and paid tribute to a recently deceased colleague in the industry. Mark and Emmy then discussed Kassidy’s interview. Mike Fabey provided this week’s tribute to Dr. Cole. Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well. Important Links Kassidy’s story on Iowa’s English-only law This week, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman are joined by Kassidy Arena, a reporter for Iowa Public Radio and a product of the Report For America program.


Kassidy talked about her radio career and the work she does covering issues impacting Iowa’s growing Latino community. She also discussed her background as a journalist and how she didn’t think she would go into radio because she was hard of hearing, but was able to carve a path that led to her current position.


Kassidy also continued discussions we’ve had on previous episodes regarding building trust in your sources and reporting for people rather than at them. She also gave her thoughts on the value of the Report for America program and Iowa Public Radio, and paid tribute to a recently deceased colleague in the industry.


Mark and Emmy then discussed Kassidy’s interview. Mike Fabey provided this week’s tribute to Dr. Cole.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.


Important Links

Kassidy’s story on Iowa’s English-only law

]]> <p>This week, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman are joined by <a href="http://twitter.com/kassidyarena" rel="nofollow">Kassidy Arena</a>, a reporter <a href="http://iowapublicradio.org/" rel="nofollow">for Iowa Public Radio</a> and a product of the <a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report For America</a> program.</p><p><br></p><p>Kassidy talked about her radio career and the work she does covering issues impacting Iowa’s growing Latino community. She also discussed her background as a journalist and how she didn’t think she would go into radio because she was hard of hearing, but was able to carve a path that led to her current position.</p><p><br></p><p>Kassidy also continued discussions we’ve had on previous episodes regarding building trust in your sources and reporting for people rather than at them. She also gave her thoughts on the value of the Report for America program and Iowa Public Radio, and paid tribute to a recently deceased colleague in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Mark and Emmy then discussed Kassidy’s interview. Mike Fabey provided this week’s tribute to Dr. Cole.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.iowapublicradio.org/ipr-news/2020-09-16/lost-in-translation-how-iowas-english-only-law-affects-some-voters" rel="nofollow">Kassidy’s story on Iowa’s English-only law</a></p> 41152ade-052e-48dd-a06f-b65a41589031 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4b71ea4e-6060-4590-8b23-0696e45dfc43 Tue, 11 May 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1636 no full College Media Roundtable: Hadriana Lowenkron & J.D. Duggan College Media Roundtable: Hadriana Lowenkron & J.D. Duggan 38 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Emmy Liederman is joined by two other student journalists, Hadriana Lowenkron and JD Duggan. Hadriana is the editor-in-chief of The Daily Pennsylvanian and JD is the city editor of The Minnesota Daily. They share what they’ve learned from covering race relations in their cities over the past year and best practices for making sure that all audiences are adequately represented in their reporting, as well as how they manage their mental health and take time for themselves. Hadriana and JD stressed that showing up to events and being eager to learn — even when you don’t have a byline — is the best way to help people tell their own stories. They are candid about the struggles of being student journalists, but are also certain that this is made worthwhile by the fulfilment that comes from being in a newsroom, holding people in positions of power accountable and making a direct impact on the communities that they serve. In this episode, Emmy Liederman is joined by two other student journalists, Hadriana Lowenkron and J.D. Duggan. Hadriana is the editor-in-chief of The Daily Pennsylvanian and J.D. is the city editor of The Minnesota Daily. 

  

They share what they’ve learned from covering race relations in their cities over the past year and best practices for making sure that all audiences are adequately represented in their reporting, as well as how they manage their mental health and take time for themselves. Hadriana and J.D. stressed that showing up to events and being eager to learn — even when you don’t have a byline — is the best way to help people tell their own stories.


They are candid about the struggles of being student journalists, but are also certain that this is made worthwhile by the fulfilment that comes from being in a newsroom, holding people in positions of power accountable and making a direct impact on the communities that they serve.


Important Links

Hadriana's Twitter

J.D.'s Twitter

]]> <p>In this episode, Emmy Liederman is joined by two other student journalists, Hadriana Lowenkron and J.D. Duggan. Hadriana is the editor-in-chief of <a href="https://www.thedp.com/" rel="nofollow">The Daily Pennsylvanian</a> and J.D. is the city editor of <a href="https://mndaily.com/" rel="nofollow">The Minnesota Daily.</a> </p><p>  </p><p>They share what they’ve learned from covering race relations in their cities over the past year and best practices for making sure that all audiences are adequately represented in their reporting, as well as how they manage their mental health and take time for themselves. Hadriana and J.D. stressed that showing up to events and being eager to learn — even when you don’t have a byline — is the best way to help people tell their own stories.</p><p><br></p><p>They are candid about the struggles of being student journalists, but are also certain that this is made worthwhile by the fulfilment that comes from being in a newsroom, holding people in positions of power accountable and making a direct impact on the communities that they serve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/hlowenkron" rel="nofollow">Hadriana&#39;s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/jdugganMN" rel="nofollow">J.D.&#39;s Twitter</a></p> 95b454ae-cc85-465c-a182-0b81e071a821 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3820b853-393f-4755-92cf-316206327a95 Tue, 04 May 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1979 no full Columnist, Book Author, Professor Fernanda Santos Columnist, Book Author, Professor Fernanda Santos 37 1 Mark Simon

In this episode, Emmy Liederman is joined by multilingual journalist and author Fernanda Santos. Santos was the first Brazilian to work as a staff writer at The New York Times, where covered the American Southwest. She is now a full-time professor at Arizona State University and a contributing columnist at The Washington Post. 


Fernanda’s book, “The Fire Line: The Story of the Granite Mountain Hotshot,” honors the men who died together in one of the deadliest days in American firefighting. Her connection to these victims and their relentless sense of unity is also the subject of her Ted Talk. In this episode, she talked about how she maintains trust with her sources, best practices for pitching the right stories and how she continues to learn alongside her students every day. Santos also discussed her journey to rediscovering joy after the sudden death of her husband Mike Saucier, who was also a journalist and author. 


We also paid tribute to TCNJ journalism professor Robert Cole through a segment with alum Brian Hershberg, who thanks Cole for giving him the confidence he needed to build a successful career. 


Important Links:

Fernanda’s TED Talk, website, and Twitter

]]> <p><br></p><p>In this episode, Emmy Liederman is joined by multilingual journalist and author Fernanda Santos. Santos was the first Brazilian to work as a staff writer at The New York Times, where covered the American Southwest. She is now a full-time professor at Arizona State University and a contributing columnist at The Washington Post. </p><p><br></p><p>Fernanda’s book, “The Fire Line: The Story of the Granite Mountain Hotshot,” honors the men who died together in one of the deadliest days in American firefighting. Her connection to these victims and their relentless sense of unity is also the subject of her Ted Talk. In this episode, she talked about how she maintains trust with her sources, best practices for pitching the right stories and how she continues to learn alongside her students every day. Santos also discussed her journey to rediscovering joy after the sudden death of her husband Mike Saucier, who was also a journalist and author. </p><p><br></p><p>We also paid tribute to TCNJ journalism professor Robert Cole through a segment with alum Brian Hershberg, who thanks Cole for giving him the confidence he needed to build a successful career. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links:</strong></p><p><strong>Fernanda’s </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMtkweMoEAw" rel="nofollow"><strong>TED Talk</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="https://www.fernandasantos.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>website</strong></a><strong>, and </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/ByFernandaS" rel="nofollow"><strong>Twitter</strong></a></p> 41b48ba6-0c05-40e3-88c7-186bac927904 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/040a90c9-62df-43e9-a392-c7ae22832bc2 Tue, 27 Apr 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2039 no full Graham Lee Brewer, NBC News, Native American Journalists Association Graham Lee Brewer, NBC News, Native American Journalists Association 36 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman were joined by Graham Lee Brewer, a newly-hired enterprise reporter for NBC News Digital, a former reporter and editor for High Country News, and the secretary for the Native American Journalists Association (Graham is a Cherokee Nation citizen).

 

Graham talked about his new job and the reporting work he had done on Native American issues for publications including the New York Times and Audobon Magazine. He discussed the ways in which the NAJA supports Native American journalists and provides assistance to non-Native journalists.

 

Graham explained how important Deb Haaland’s appointment as Secretary of the Interior and Joe Biden’s promises to protect more public lands are and how Native American stories of struggle can often be reframed as stories of perseverance. He also provided career advice related to writing story pitches.

 

Thank you for listening to our podcast. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.

 

Important Links

Graham Lee Brewer’s Twitter

Graham’s story on Deb Haaland’s press conference with Indigenous media

Graham’s recent story in Audobon

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman were joined by Graham Lee Brewer, a newly-hired enterprise reporter for NBC News Digital, a former reporter and editor for High Country News, and the secretary for the Native American Journalists Association (Graham is a Cherokee Nation citizen).</p><p> </p><p>Graham talked about his new job and the reporting work he had done on Native American issues for publications including the <em>New York Times</em> and <em>Audobon Magazine</em>. He discussed the ways in which the NAJA supports Native American journalists and provides assistance to non-Native journalists.</p><p> </p><p>Graham explained how important Deb Haaland’s appointment as Secretary of the Interior and Joe Biden’s promises to protect more public lands are and how Native American stories of struggle can often be reframed as stories of perseverance. He also provided career advice related to writing story pitches.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening to our podcast. Please rate and review if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/grahambrewer" rel="nofollow">Graham Lee Brewer’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.hcn.org/articles/indigenous-affairs-on-day-one-haaland-addresses-indigenous-media" rel="nofollow">Graham’s story on Deb Haaland’s press conference with Indigenous media</a></p><p><a href="https://www.audubon.org/magazine/spring-2021/tribes-could-play-crucial-role-achieving-bold-new" rel="nofollow">Graham’s recent story in <em>Audobon</em></a></p> 3e8b592f-5785-4c8a-8971-ea33b53fd6e8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d741bd5b-c321-41e5-a7b7-e7b1b118ecaa Mon, 19 Apr 2021 03:11:46 +0000 2288 no full Dr. Ed Madison, Journalistic Learning Initiative Dr. Ed Madison, Journalistic Learning Initiative 35 1 Mark Simon On today’s episode, Mark and Emmy are joined by Dr. Ed Madison, a professor at the University of Oregon and the co-founder of The Journalistic Learning Initiative, a program aimed at getting students to learn through journalism at a young age.


Dr. Madison described the history of the program, how it works with middle school students in Oregon and California, and shared the many successes the program has had. He also talked about his work in teaching and in helping students own their future career success.


Important Links

Journalistic Learning Initiative website

JLI videos

Ed Madison’s Twitter

]]> <p>On today’s episode, Mark and Emmy are joined by Dr. Ed Madison, a professor at the University of Oregon and the co-founder of The Journalistic Learning Initiative, a program aimed at getting students to learn through journalism at a young age.</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Madison described the history of the program, how it works with middle school students in Oregon and California, and shared the many successes the program has had. He also talked about his work in teaching and in helping students own their future career success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://journalisticlearning.com/" rel="nofollow">Journalistic Learning Initiative website</a></p><p><a href="http://journalisticlearning.com/videos" rel="nofollow">JLI videos</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/edmadison" rel="nofollow">Ed Madison’s Twitter</a></p> 1f1efde0-a0f9-48e2-a175-959bf24b3bf9 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/2a3b1dda-d4be-4b34-994d-4331fbc2e89e Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2096 no full Ben Chase: From Social Worker to Small-Town Journalist for The Huron Daily Plainsman Ben Chase: From Social Worker to Small-Town Journalist for The Huron Daily Plainsman 34 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Chase, a reporter for The Huron Daily Plainsman in Huron, South Dakota (population 13,000). Ben took an interesting path to his position, having previously worked as a social worker, in youth ministry, and as a freelance baseball writer.


Ben discussed working as a jack-of-all-trades who takes curiosity and his desire to help people into his work. One day he may be covering COVID issues and the newest developments at the town dump, the next he might be spending all day at state high school basketball tournaments. And then the day after that, he might produce an op-ed piece on racial inequality or the latest piece of anti-transgender legislation to come through the state. Ben is a throwback to the days of when local journalism mattered most. It still matters in Huron.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. Stay safe and stay well.


Notable Links

Huron Plainsman

Ben Chase’s Twitter

Huron Plainsman Twitter

John Miller’s Poynter story about small town journalism

The newspaper Ben saluted – Kingsbury Journal

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Chase, a reporter for The Huron Daily Plainsman in Huron, South Dakota (population 13,000). Ben took an interesting path to his position, having previously worked as a social worker, in youth ministry, and as a freelance baseball writer.</p><p><br></p><p>Ben discussed working as a jack-of-all-trades who takes curiosity and his desire to help people into his work. One day he may be covering COVID issues and the newest developments at the town dump, the next he might be spending all day at state high school basketball tournaments. And then the day after that, he might produce an op-ed piece on racial inequality or the latest piece of anti-transgender legislation to come through the state. Ben is a throwback to the days of when local journalism mattered most. It still matters in Huron.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Notable Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.plainsman.com/" rel="nofollow">Huron Plainsman</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/biggentleben" rel="nofollow">Ben Chase’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/HuronPlainsman" rel="nofollow">Huron Plainsman Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.poynter.org/locally/2021/looking-back-at-a-day-when-small-town-newspaper-editors-could-be-heroes/" rel="nofollow">John Miller’s Poynter story about small town journalism</a></p><p><a href="https://www.kingsburyjournal.com/" rel="nofollow">The newspaper Ben saluted – Kingsbury Journal</a></p> 5d8fbb24-ba47-48ad-a4aa-c1051d6f843a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/a5afd3a5-812a-4f78-ba08-e688976e741c Tue, 06 Apr 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2021 no full Iliana Limón Romero & Ashley Colley of The Association for Women in Sports Media Iliana Limón Romero & Ashley Colley of The Association for Women in Sports Media 33 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman are joined by Iliana Limón Romero and Ashley Colley, the chair of the board and president of The Association for Women in Sports Media (AWSM – pronounced “Awesome”).


Iliana is the deputy sports editor of the Los Angeles Times. Ashley is an associate producer at ESPN. They discussed the goals of the organization and initiatives for members related to career support and career growth. They shared their thoughts on some of the issues in sportswriting this winter, with two incidents involving prominent people in Major League Baseball coming to light.


They also noted the many successes for women in sports media and explained how the group is mentoring the next generation of female sports media members. They then answered Emmy’s questions about misconceptions about sports media and the ways in which sports media principles can be applied to other areas of journalism.


At the end of the episode, Iliana and Ashley also saluted the Association of Asian-American Journalists for their work. Mark and Emmy then discussed takeaways from the conversation and honored a sports media barrier breaker.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you can. Stay safe and stay well.


Important Links

AWSM website

Iliana’s Twitter

Ashley’s Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon and Emmy Liederman are joined by Iliana Limón Romero and Ashley Colley, the chair of the board and president of The Association for Women in Sports Media (AWSM – pronounced “Awesome”).</p><p><br></p><p>Iliana is the deputy sports editor of the Los Angeles Times. Ashley is an associate producer at ESPN. They discussed the goals of the organization and initiatives for members related to career support and career growth. They shared their thoughts on some of the issues in sportswriting this winter, with two incidents involving prominent people in Major League Baseball coming to light.</p><p><br></p><p>They also noted the many successes for women in sports media and explained how the group is mentoring the next generation of female sports media members. They then answered Emmy’s questions about misconceptions about sports media and the ways in which sports media principles can be applied to other areas of journalism.</p><p><br></p><p>At the end of the episode, Iliana and Ashley also saluted the Association of Asian-American Journalists for their work. Mark and Emmy then discussed takeaways from the conversation and honored a sports media barrier breaker.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://awsm.org/" rel="nofollow">AWSM website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/LAT_Iliana" rel="nofollow">Iliana’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/ashleycolley" rel="nofollow">Ashley’s Twitter</a></p> 2fab804a-9240-4349-8caa-1e22657aeb51 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/e9b39e6e-3c2a-4641-a6c7-990051cecd77 Tue, 30 Mar 2021 04:05:00 +0000 1886 no full Barbara Crossette: Covering the U.N. for PassBlue to Round Out a 50+ Year Career Barbara Crossette: Covering the U.N. for PassBlue to Round Out a 50+ Year Career 32 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Barbara Crossette, senior consulting editor and writer for PassBlue, a non-profit journalism organization that covers the United Nations. Barbara is a former international reporter and editor for the New York Times, who has more than 50 years of journalism experience (she turns 82 in July)


Barbara gave examples of the kinds of stories she and the site cover and explained how she and editor-in-chief Dulcie Leimbach work to determine what their website will cover, and the challenges of getting people interested in the U.N.


She shared stories from her career, including covering the assassination of India prime minister Rajiv Gandhi from just a few yards away and explained the difficulties and challenges that women reporters faced, as well as one advantage she had covering India as a woman.


She also provided advice to future journalists answering Emmy Liederman’s questions.


We also paid tribute to another New York Times editor in our Women’s History Month segment and continued our work in paying tribute to TCNJ journalism professor Bob Cole.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you like our work. You can contact us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or on Twitter at @journalismpod.


Important Links

PassBlue

Barbara Crossette’s articles at PassBlue

PassBlue Twitter

PassBlue's podcast

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Barbara Crossette, senior consulting editor and writer for PassBlue, a non-profit journalism organization that covers the United Nations. Barbara is a former international reporter and editor for the <em>New York Times, </em>who has more than 50 years of journalism experience (she turns 82 in July)</p><p><br></p><p>Barbara gave examples of the kinds of stories she and the site cover and explained how she and editor-in-chief Dulcie Leimbach work to determine what their website will cover, and the challenges of getting people interested in the U.N.</p><p><br></p><p>She shared stories from her career, including covering the assassination of India prime minister Rajiv Gandhi from just a few yards away and explained the difficulties and challenges that women reporters faced, as well as one advantage she had covering India as a woman.</p><p><br></p><p>She also provided advice to future journalists answering Emmy Liederman’s questions.</p><p><br></p><p>We also paid tribute to another <em>New York Times </em>editor in our Women’s History Month segment and continued our work in paying tribute to TCNJ journalism professor Bob Cole.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review if you like our work. You can contact us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://passblue.com/" rel="nofollow">PassBlue</a></p><p><a href="https://www.passblue.com/author/barbara-crossette/" rel="nofollow">Barbara Crossette’s articles at PassBlue</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/pass_blue" rel="nofollow">PassBlue Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.passblue.com/podcasts-about-the-united-nations/" rel="nofollow">PassBlue&#39;s podcast</a></p> 81aed70b-95f4-4cd7-b9d9-8630f5489c57 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9338a5df-a155-418b-8077-806c092d26cc Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2896 no full Donna Ladd & Ashton Pittman - Important Investigative Reporting for the Mississippi Free Press Donna Ladd & Ashton Pittman - Important Investigative Reporting for the Mississippi Free Press 31 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by publisher Donna Ladd and senior reporter Ashton Pittman of the Mississippi Free Press, a non-profit media outlet that has published a considerable amount of important reporting about the state.


Donna and Ashton talked about the origin of the site and multiple stories that they’re working on. The most prominent of those is a series of pieces following racist e-mails sent by prominent people at the University of Mississippi (including the dean of the journalism school) and the ramifications for whistleblowers who alerted the media to the e-mails. They also talked about the challenge of covering state government, which is a republican supermajority.


Donna and Ashton also answered questions from Emmy Liederman, a graduating senior at The College of New Jersey and provided advice for students hoping to pursue a career in the field.


After the interview, Mark and Emmy reviewed the key points that Donna and Ashton made, and Emmy continued our Women’s History Month tribute and our regular feature on former journalism professor Bob Cole.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. You can e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or contact us on Twitter at @journalismpod.


Important Links

The Mississippi Free Press website

The Mississippi Free Press Twitter

Donna Ladd Twitter

Ashton Pittman Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by publisher Donna Ladd and senior reporter Ashton Pittman of the Mississippi Free Press, a non-profit media outlet that has published a considerable amount of important reporting about the state.</p><p><br></p><p>Donna and Ashton talked about the origin of the site and multiple stories that they’re working on. The most prominent of those is a series of pieces following racist e-mails sent by prominent people at the University of Mississippi (including the dean of the journalism school) and the ramifications for whistleblowers who alerted the media to the e-mails. They also talked about the challenge of covering state government, which is a republican supermajority.</p><p><br></p><p>Donna and Ashton also answered questions from Emmy Liederman, a graduating senior at The College of New Jersey and provided advice for students hoping to pursue a career in the field.</p><p><br></p><p>After the interview, Mark and Emmy reviewed the key points that Donna and Ashton made, and Emmy continued our Women’s History Month tribute and our regular feature on former journalism professor Bob Cole.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. You can e-mail us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or contact us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod.</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://mississippifreepress.org/" rel="nofollow">The Mississippi Free Press website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/msfreepress" rel="nofollow">The Mississippi Free Press Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/donnerkay" rel="nofollow">Donna Ladd Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/ashtonpittman" rel="nofollow">Ashton Pittman Twitter</a></p> 69a34b11-8c0c-47b5-ba6b-c37736e847aa https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/b68e2b8b-7e90-4898-b329-daa92c998e87 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:05:00 +0000 2791 no full Khushbu Shah of The Fuller Project on Covering Women's Issues Nationally and Globally Khushbu Shah of The Fuller Project on Covering Women's Issues Nationally and Globally 30 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Khushbu Shah, the editor-in-chief of The Fuller Project.


Khushbu talked about The Fuller Project’s groundbreaking reporting on women around the world. She shared examples of reporting they’ve done and how they come up with the stories they publish on topics such as childcare challenges during the pandemic and immigration issues, focusing on the people impacted rather than the policies or legislation created to deal with them (similar to a previous episode guest, Ashton Lattimore from Prism).


She explained how the group spends months on story and does follow-ups after the fact and how it pairs with large organizations, like the New York Times and Associated Press to get its stories exposure.


Khushbu also shared lessons learned from working at CNN as a producer and from covering the Ahmaud Arbery case for public radio. She gave advice to aspiring journalists (learn another language if you want to work internationally!). And she picked a journalism organization that she wanted to salute.


The show also paid tribute to two important women in journalism history as part of Women’s History Month.


Special thanks to Emmy Liederman for editorial assistance (including questions used in the advice section).

 

Important Links

The Fuller Project

The Fuller Project Twitter

Khushbu Shah Twitter

Definition of Nut Graph

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Khushbu Shah, the editor-in-chief of The Fuller Project.</p><p><br></p><p>Khushbu talked about The Fuller Project’s groundbreaking reporting on women around the world. She shared examples of reporting they’ve done and how they come up with the stories they publish on topics such as childcare challenges during the pandemic and immigration issues, focusing on the people impacted rather than the policies or legislation created to deal with them (similar to a previous episode guest, Ashton Lattimore from Prism).</p><p><br></p><p>She explained how the group spends months on story and does follow-ups after the fact and how it pairs with large organizations, like the <em>New York Times</em> and <em>Associated Press</em> to get its stories exposure.</p><p><br></p><p>Khushbu also shared lessons learned from working at CNN as a producer and from covering the Ahmaud Arbery case for public radio. She gave advice to aspiring journalists (learn another language if you want to work internationally!). And she picked a journalism organization that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>The show also paid tribute to two important women in journalism history as part of Women’s History Month.</p><p><br></p><p>Special thanks to Emmy Liederman for editorial assistance (including questions used in the advice section).</p><p> </p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://fullerproject.org/" rel="nofollow">The Fuller Project</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/fullerproject" rel="nofollow">The Fuller Project Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/khushbuoshea" rel="nofollow">Khushbu Shah Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.poynter.org/archive/2003/the-nut-graf-part-i/" rel="nofollow">Definition of Nut Graph</a></p> 5384c418-f91a-475d-8c3d-e9e67b601b16 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/ba1feb3b-c568-4494-9265-3eef62802823 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:05:00 +0000 2218 no full The Marjorie: Covering Women & The Environment in Florida The Marjorie: Covering Women & The Environment in Florida 29 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Dr. Hannah Brown and Anna Hamilton of The Marjorie.


The Marjorie is a woman-owned reporting non-profit covering women and the environment in Florida.


Hannah and Anna explained their website’s name and explained what they cover, how they define “the environment,” and who their audience is. They shared examples of articles that had appeared on their website, ranging from one on an infestation of frogs through people’s toilets to multi-part pieces on the sugar cane industry, racial justice as relates to environmental issues, and a look at student concerns with politicians not taking environmental issues seriously.


Emmy Liederman, a graduating journalism student at The College of New Jersey, joined the show for our new segment in which she asked questions with answers that would serve as advice for future journalists.


Hannah and Anna then closed the interview by picking journalism organizations that they would like to salute.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. If you have any questions or comments on the show, please send them to journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet at @journalismsalute.


Important Links

The Marjorie website

The Marjorie on Twitter

Dr. Hannah Brown on Twitter

Anna Hamilton on Twitter

Article on Invasive Herpetofauna (Frogs in the Toilet!)

Sugar Cane series

Youth frustration with politicians on environmental issues

2017 piece on Florida women you should know

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Dr. Hannah Brown and Anna Hamilton of The Marjorie.</p><p><br></p><p>The Marjorie is a woman-owned reporting non-profit covering women and the environment in Florida.</p><p><br></p><p>Hannah and Anna explained their website’s name and explained what they cover, how they define “the environment,” and who their audience is. They shared examples of articles that had appeared on their website, ranging from one on an infestation of frogs through people’s toilets to multi-part pieces on the sugar cane industry, racial justice as relates to environmental issues, and a look at student concerns with politicians not taking environmental issues seriously.</p><p><br></p><p>Emmy Liederman, a graduating journalism student at The College of New Jersey, joined the show for our new segment in which she asked questions with answers that would serve as advice for future journalists.</p><p><br></p><p>Hannah and Anna then closed the interview by picking journalism organizations that they would like to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. If you have any questions or comments on the show, please send them to <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or tweet at @journalismsalute.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://themarjorie.org/" rel="nofollow">The Marjorie website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/themajoriefl" rel="nofollow">The Marjorie on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/hannah_o_brown" rel="nofollow">Dr. Hannah Brown on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/annawham" rel="nofollow">Anna Hamilton on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://themarjorie.org/dispatches-from-a-sinking-state/" rel="nofollow">Article on Invasive Herpetofauna (Frogs in the Toilet!)</a></p><p><a href="https://spark.adobe.com/page/p0K0ZZZNt5L73/" rel="nofollow">Sugar Cane series</a></p><p><a href="https://spark.adobe.com/page/geQwUydoylmd2/" rel="nofollow">Youth frustration with politicians on environmental issues</a></p><p><a href="https://themarjorie.org/2017/11/05/floridas-environment-11-women-you-should-know/" rel="nofollow">2017 piece on Florida women you should know</a></p> b7a91390-90df-4278-b6db-39ad47fe3eb0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5700f87f-dda8-416a-974a-6019e6f82d54 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1703 no full The 1619 Project As A Teaching Tool for High School Journalists The 1619 Project As A Teaching Tool for High School Journalists 28 1 Mark Simon In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by 3 college students formerly from Kirkwood (Mo.) High School: Emma Lingo, Maddie Meyers, and Kiden-Aloyse Smith to talk about a project they did for their high school newspaper in 2020.


They were part of a group that took The 1619 Project, the Pulitzer Prize-winning series of articles and podcasts from the New York Times and adapted it to cover their largely white suburb outside St. Louis. They wrote stories about topics such as the impacts of redlining, redistricting, and economic disparities in and around their community


Mark talked with the students about the pieces they wrote, the writing process, and how they reacted when they heard that politicians in Iowa just introduced legislation to ban the teaching of The 1619 Project.


Mark and podcast intern Emmy Liederman then briefly discussed what the students shared, and Mark shared something he found online connected to Black History Month and journalism history.


Thanks to the Student Press Law Center, whose website made us aware of this project, and Kirkwood High School journalism teacher Mitch Eden for putting us in touch with the students.


Important Websites


The Kirkwood Call's 1619 Project

Kirkwood Call Twitter

Vince Dixon's 28 Black Pioneers Project

]]> <p>In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by 3 college students formerly from Kirkwood (Mo.) High School: Emma Lingo, Maddie Meyers, and Kiden-Aloyse Smith to talk about a project they did for their high school newspaper in 2020.</p><p><br></p><p>They were part of a group that took The 1619 Project, the Pulitzer Prize-winning series of articles and podcasts from the <em>New York Times</em> and adapted it to cover their largely white suburb outside St. Louis. They wrote stories about topics such as the impacts of redlining, redistricting, and economic disparities in and around their community</p><p><br></p><p>Mark talked with the students about the pieces they wrote, the writing process, and how they reacted when they heard that politicians in Iowa just introduced legislation to ban the teaching of The 1619 Project.</p><p><br></p><p>Mark and podcast intern Emmy Liederman then briefly discussed what the students shared, and Mark shared something he found online connected to Black History Month and journalism history.</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks to the Student Press Law Center, whose website made us aware of this project, and Kirkwood High School journalism teacher Mitch Eden for putting us in touch with the students.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Websites</strong></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.thekirkwoodcall.com/indepth/2020/03/27/the-1619-project/" rel="nofollow">The Kirkwood Call&#39;s 1619 Project</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/TheKirkwoodCall" rel="nofollow">Kirkwood Call Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://vincedixonportfolio.com/app/black-history-journalism-design-technology/#post1" rel="nofollow">Vince Dixon&#39;s 28 Black Pioneers Project</a></p> d430de7f-bcef-4095-8f02-fb0af1825507 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3c7121dc-19e7-440f-85e9-2973bc8f51e6 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1810 no full Hadar Harris of the Student Press Law Center on Supporting & Defending Press Freedom Hadar Harris of the Student Press Law Center on Supporting & Defending Press Freedom 27 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talks with Hadar Harris, the executive director of the Student Press Law Center. 


Hadar talked about what the SPLC does and the different things that the organization is doing to commemorate Student Press Freedom Day on Friday, February 26. She spoke extensively about the challenges that students faced in 2020 and how they overcame them, the different forms of censorship that students deal with, and work done to change existing laws that challenge student press freedom across the country.


Thank you for listening. Please don’t forget to rate and review the show. You can also contact us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or at @journalismpod on Twitter.


Important Links

Student Press Law Center website

Student Press Freedom Day website

SPLC on Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talks with Hadar Harris, the executive director of the Student Press Law Center. </p><p><br></p><p>Hadar talked about what the SPLC does and the different things that the organization is doing to commemorate Student Press Freedom Day on Friday, February 26. She spoke extensively about the challenges that students faced in 2020 and how they overcame them, the different forms of censorship that students deal with, and work done to change existing laws that challenge student press freedom across the country.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please don’t forget to rate and review the show. You can also contact us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a> on Twitter.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://splc.org/" rel="nofollow">Student Press Law Center website</a></p><p><a href="https://studentpressfreedom.org/" rel="nofollow">Student Press Freedom Day website</a></p><p><a href="http://splc.org/" rel="nofollow">SPLC on Twitter</a></p> 11a42a99-3ef2-4f86-959d-ef4d4b2f96af https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5ec06700-e256-4405-8ec7-59a8b7f4cc86 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:05:00 +0000 1419 no full Ken Lemon On How The NABJ Is Raising Important Issues For Black Journalists Ken Lemon On How The NABJ Is Raising Important Issues For Black Journalists 26 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ken Lemon, a longtime TV reporter for WSOC-TV in Charlotte and vice-president for broadcast for the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).


Ken talked about his career as a reporter, how he comes up with story ideas, a recent feature he did on an incident that happened at a baseball game many years ago, and a TV show he recently hosted, Conversations With 5 Black Men.


Ken also talked about his work with the NABJ and how the organization is trying to raise awareness for issues that Black journalists face. He discussed the recent awful comments reportedly made by a CBS executive disparaging a prominent Black journalist and how the organization is trying to convince ABC News to hire a Black president. He also talked about work he’s spearheading – The Black Male Media Project and shared thoughts on what people can do to help the organization’s causes.


To end the show, Ken gave tips to journalists who want to cover weather-related issues (he has considerable experience!) and named 3 Black journalists from history, and multiple media organizations that he wanted to salute.


Mark also shared the work of another Black organization doing important work in the field of play-by-play broadcasting.


As always, don’t forget to rate and review the podcast, and share it with your friends. Thank you for listening. Stay safe and stay well.


Important Links

NABJ website

NABJ Twitter

Ken Lemon bio

A Conversation With 5 Black Men – Part 1, 2, 3, 4

Feature on baseball game canceled by Springfield team

Black Play-By-Play Fund

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ken Lemon, a longtime TV reporter for WSOC-TV in Charlotte and vice-president for broadcast for the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).</p><p><br></p><p>Ken talked about his career as a reporter, how he comes up with story ideas, a recent feature he did on an incident that happened at a baseball game many years ago, and a TV show he recently hosted, Conversations With 5 Black Men.</p><p><br></p><p>Ken also talked about his work with the NABJ and how the organization is trying to raise awareness for issues that Black journalists face. He discussed the recent awful comments reportedly made by a CBS executive disparaging a prominent Black journalist and how the organization is trying to convince ABC News to hire a Black president. He also talked about work he’s spearheading – The Black Male Media Project and shared thoughts on what people can do to help the organization’s causes.</p><p><br></p><p>To end the show, Ken gave tips to journalists who want to cover weather-related issues (he has considerable experience!) and named 3 Black journalists from history, and multiple media organizations that he wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Mark also shared the work of another Black organization doing important work in the field of play-by-play broadcasting.</p><p><br></p><p>As always, don’t forget to rate and review the podcast, and share it with your friends. Thank you for listening. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://nabjonline.org/" rel="nofollow">NABJ website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/NABJ" rel="nofollow">NABJ Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.wsoctv.com/author/ken-lemon/" rel="nofollow">Ken Lemon bio</a></p><p>A Conversation With 5 Black Men – Part <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?index=4&list=PLk9EJ5QElaZNmmDMK2TtucK7Fqm7i2QQN&v=JUR8IssgjK8" rel="nofollow">1</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?index=3&list=PLk9EJ5QElaZNmmDMK2TtucK7Fqm7i2QQN&v=4xLWTK-EPcI" rel="nofollow">2</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?index=2&list=PLk9EJ5QElaZNmmDMK2TtucK7Fqm7i2QQN&v=hjkGZeef_UQ" rel="nofollow">3</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?index=1&list=PLk9EJ5QElaZNmmDMK2TtucK7Fqm7i2QQN&v=4HdyDBKGnUM" rel="nofollow">4</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yM-QLqvyqS0" rel="nofollow">Feature on baseball game canceled by Springfield team</a></p><p><a href="http://blackpxpfund.com" rel="nofollow">Black Play-By-Play Fund</a></p> b5542e82-f208-4f29-97e6-9b928eec6ff8 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/7d4c873b-47bc-469a-95b0-480e8bb12d8a Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:05:00 +0000 2343 no full Journalism teacher P.J. Cabrera on Being An Educator of Color, Scholastic Journalism Week & More Journalism teacher P.J. Cabrera on Being An Educator of Color, Scholastic Journalism Week & More 25 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by P.J. Cabrera, a journalism teacher at Judson High School in Converse, Texas (not far from San Antonio) and the coordinator of the Scholastic Journalism Week committee for the Journalism Education Association.


P.J. shared the story of his path to teaching journalism, the challenge of teaching in a pandemic and teaching journalism in a state that allows school administration to review newspapers prior to publishing, and the good work his students are doing.


He also discussed his observations regarding the lack of journalism advisors from communities of color, and shared what his committee is working on for Scholastic Journalism Week which begins February 21.


Thank you for listening. Please don’t forget to rate and review the show. You can find us on Twitter at @journalismpod or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com


Important Links

P.J. Cabrera’s LinkedIn

Scholastic Journalism Week Twitter

The Fuel – Judson High School’s newspaper

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by P.J. Cabrera, a journalism teacher at Judson High School in Converse, Texas (not far from San Antonio) and the coordinator of the Scholastic Journalism Week committee for the Journalism Education Association.</p><p><br></p><p>P.J. shared the story of his path to teaching journalism, the challenge of teaching in a pandemic and teaching journalism in a state that allows school administration to review newspapers prior to publishing, and the good work his students are doing.</p><p><br></p><p>He also discussed his observations regarding the lack of journalism advisors from communities of color, and shared what his committee is working on for Scholastic Journalism Week which begins February 21.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please don’t forget to rate and review the show. You can find us on Twitter at @journalismpod or e-mail us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pjcabrera87/" rel="nofollow">P.J. Cabrera’s LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/ScholasticJWeek" rel="nofollow">Scholastic Journalism Week Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://thefuelonline.com/" rel="nofollow">The Fuel</a> – Judson High School’s newspaper</p> 5d19500d-4467-42b9-8f73-b92bdb7b219f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/075a0d16-c751-43c7-b7e1-f7aba4f1bd6f Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:07:00 +0000 2208 no full Nathaniel Rakich of FiveThirtyEight on The Ways He Analyzes Elections Nathaniel Rakich of FiveThirtyEight on The Ways He Analyzes Elections 24 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark is joined by FiveThirtyEight election analyst Nathaniel Rakich. Nathaniel talked about the path to his current job, how he collaborates with other members of the website on stories, how he comes up with story ideas, and the best way to understand polls and election data. He also provided advice to aspiring journalists who want to work extensively with data.


Thank you for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast if you can. You can contact us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or @journalismpod.


Important Links

FiveThirtyEight

Nathaniel Rakich’s Twitter

Nathaniel’s Five Thirty Eight articles

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark is joined by FiveThirtyEight election analyst Nathaniel Rakich. Nathaniel talked about the path to his current job, how he collaborates with other members of the website on stories, how he comes up with story ideas, and the best way to understand polls and election data. He also provided advice to aspiring journalists who want to work extensively with data.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast if you can. You can contact us at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://fivethirtyeight.com/" rel="nofollow">FiveThirtyEight</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/baseballot" rel="nofollow">Nathaniel Rakich’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://fivethirtyeight.com/contributors/nathaniel-rakich/" rel="nofollow">Nathaniel’s Five Thirty Eight articles</a></p> 5b3c8d14-3d3b-4fae-a17b-ffc8f0ad24bd https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/fe357e9b-d3ff-44ae-bba1-0cd3d87a972f Tue, 02 Feb 2021 05:13:00 +0000 1941 no full Robin Kemp of the Clayton Crescent: 21 Hours of Election Coverage and a Lifetime Connected to Journalism Robin Kemp of the Clayton Crescent: 21 Hours of Election Coverage and a Lifetime Connected to Journalism 23 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Robin Kemp, the founder of the Clayton Crescent in Clayton County, Georgia.


Robin talked about her 30+ year career and how she’s really been a journalist since she was “in utero.” Her path to her current role included stops at CNN as a news writer, The Weather Channel as a founding editor of the scrolling ticker that occupies the bottom of the screen, and time as a local newspaper reporter who was laid off during the pandemic.


Robin shared the story of documenting the vote count for the presidential election for 21 consecutive hours and how the celebrity status that came from it helped her fund her current project, a news source that she hopes will someday become as well-regarded as The Texas Tribune.


Robin saluted the Tribune and other important news organizations and offered advice on merging creative writing and journalism.


Thank you for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe if you can. You can also contact Mark at journalismsalute@gmail.com or @journalismpod


Important Links

The Clayton Crescent

Robin Kemp on Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Robin Kemp, the founder of the <em>Clayton Crescent </em>in Clayton County, Georgia.</p><p><br></p><p>Robin talked about her 30+ year career and how she’s really been a journalist since she was “in utero.” Her path to her current role included stops at CNN as a news writer, The Weather Channel as a founding editor of the scrolling ticker that occupies the bottom of the screen, and time as a local newspaper reporter who was laid off during the pandemic.</p><p><br></p><p>Robin shared the story of documenting the vote count for the presidential election for 21 consecutive hours and how the celebrity status that came from it helped her fund her current project, a news source that she hopes will someday become as well-regarded as The Texas Tribune.</p><p><br></p><p>Robin saluted the Tribune and other important news organizations and offered advice on merging creative writing and journalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe if you can. You can also contact Mark at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> or <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@journalismpod</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://claytoncrescent.org/" rel="nofollow">The Clayton Crescent</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/rkempwrites" rel="nofollow">Robin Kemp on Twitter</a></p> 59a6d07e-ced9-40f5-85e2-71eeea04e6b5 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/95edacae-060f-4753-bfa9-f7988ac0406a Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:05:00 +0000 2806 no full Morgan Mullings of the Bay State Banner & Report For America On The Beginning of a Journalism Career Morgan Mullings of the Bay State Banner & Report For America On The Beginning of a Journalism Career 22 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Bay State Banner reporter Morgan Mullings, a recent grad of St. John's, whose opportunity to begin her professional journalism career began via Report for America.


Morgan talked about her work with the Banner, and why it's important for a newspaper whose readership is geared to the African-American community to have a young black female writer. She shared her experience in past internships and what led her to apply to Report For America, which helps place aspiring journalists with news outlets to fill important needs in their coverage.


Morgan also talked about her passion for news literacy, how she comes up with story ideas, the different type of writing she's done, and gave tips for both applying to Report for America (applications for this year due January 31) and getting around Boston (spoiler: get a bike!).


Thank you for listening. If you have any thoughts on this episode, please e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find us on Twitter at @JournalismPod. Please rate and review the podcast if you can.


Important Links

Morgan Mullings Twitter

Bay State Banner website

Bay State Banner Twitter

Report for America website

Report for America Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talked to Bay State Banner reporter Morgan Mullings, a recent grad of St. John&#39;s, whose opportunity to begin her professional journalism career began via Report for America.</p><p><br></p><p>Morgan talked about her work with the Banner, and why it&#39;s important for a newspaper whose readership is geared to the African-American community to have a young black female writer. She shared her experience in past internships and what led her to apply to Report For America, which helps place aspiring journalists with news outlets to fill important needs in their coverage.</p><p><br></p><p>Morgan also talked about her passion for news literacy, how she comes up with story ideas, the different type of writing she&#39;s done, and gave tips for both applying to Report for America (applications for this year due January 31) and getting around Boston (spoiler: get a bike!).</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. If you have any thoughts on this episode, please e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@JournalismPod</a>. Please rate and review the podcast if you can.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/morgancmullings" rel="nofollow">Morgan Mullings Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://baystatebanner.com/" rel="nofollow">Bay State Banner website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/baystatebanner" rel="nofollow">Bay State Banner Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://reportforamerica.org/" rel="nofollow">Report for America website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/report4america" rel="nofollow">Report for America Twitter</a></p> c54dc670-2123-4a8a-9717-8d9af6a040d7 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/51bba333-83a0-46f7-86bb-ed58c90985aa Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:15:00 +0000 2304 no full NAHJ VP Arelis Hernández on fair treatment for Hispanic journalists and reporting for the Washington Post NAHJ VP Arelis Hernández on fair treatment for Hispanic journalists and reporting for the Washington Post 21 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Arelis Hernández, a vice president for print for the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and a reporter covering Texas and the US-Mexican border for the Washington Post.


Arelis talked about the goals of the organization, making sure Hispanic journalists receive opportunities for advancement and aren't unfairly treated when it comes to the industry's cutting jobs. She also talked about the treatment of Hispanics in the media, including the inaccuracy of the term minority, and what non-Hispanic people can do to aid the NAHJ's cause.


Arelis also discussed her current job for the Washington Post, some of the stories she'd written about the ejection, and how she comes up with story ideas. Lastly, she offered advice for journalists wanting to take on organizational leadership positions and picked a journalist that she wanted to salute.


Thank you for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast. If you have any comments on this episode, please share them at journalismsalute@gmail.com or @JournalismPod on Twitter.


Important Links

NAHJ website

NAHJ on Twitter

Palabra

Arelis Hernández on Twitter

Arelis' articles for the Washington Post

NAHJ statement on use of the term "minority"

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Arelis Hernández, a vice president for print for the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and a reporter covering Texas and the US-Mexican border for the Washington Post.</p><p><br></p><p>Arelis talked about the goals of the organization, making sure Hispanic journalists receive opportunities for advancement and aren&#39;t unfairly treated when it comes to the industry&#39;s cutting jobs. She also talked about the treatment of Hispanics in the media, including the inaccuracy of the term minority, and what non-Hispanic people can do to aid the NAHJ&#39;s cause.</p><p><br></p><p>Arelis also discussed her current job for the Washington Post, some of the stories she&#39;d written about the ejection, and how she comes up with story ideas. Lastly, she offered advice for journalists wanting to take on organizational leadership positions and picked a journalist that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast. If you have any comments on this episode, please share them at journalismsalute@gmail.com or <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismpod" rel="nofollow">@JournalismPod</a> on Twitter.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://nahj.org/" rel="nofollow">NAHJ website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/NAHJ" rel="nofollow">NAHJ on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.palabranahj.org/" rel="nofollow">Palabra</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/arelisrhdz" rel="nofollow">Arelis Hernández on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/arelis-r-hernandez/" rel="nofollow">Arelis&#39; articles for the Washington Post</a></p><p><a href="https://nahj.org/2020/08/04/nahj-asks-newsrooms-to-drop-the-use-of-minority/" rel="nofollow">NAHJ statement on use of the term &#34;minority&#34;</a></p> 0bd70f56-31df-4131-b309-979ed9246558 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/48b1ede6-e9ce-4559-a861-f13c739b65ae Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:05:00 +0000 2147 no full University of Alabama professor Meredith Cummings on teaching, touring newsrooms, and journalism for children of all ages University of Alabama professor Meredith Cummings on teaching, touring newsrooms, and journalism for children of all ages 20 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by University of Alabama journalism instructor, Meredith Cummings, who also is the director of the Alabama Scholastic Press Association (ASPA) and the National Elementary Scholastic Press Association (NESPA).


Meredith talked about what teaching journalism to college students in a her state is like, the way she approaches her classes, and how sports has played an important role in teaching larger lessons about journalism.


She also talked about the role the Alabama Multicultural Journalism Association has played in improving newsroom diversity starting at the scholastic level. She also explained the services provided by the ASPA and NESPA and why she believe the future of journalism is bright.


We also talked about #FollowHerLede, a 10,000 mile cross-country journalism tour that Meredith did, visiting a diverse array of news organizations. Meredith also provided advice on balancing so many passion projects and listed a few journalism organizations she wanted to salute.


Thank you for listening. Follow us on Twitter or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com


Important Websites

Meredith's website

Meredith's Twitter

Alabama Scholastic Press Association

National Elementary School Press Association

#FollowMyLede article

Article on high school students in a pandemic

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by University of Alabama journalism instructor, Meredith Cummings, who also is the director of the Alabama Scholastic Press Association (ASPA) and the National Elementary Scholastic Press Association (NESPA).</p><p><br></p><p>Meredith talked about what teaching journalism to college students in a her state is like, the way she approaches her classes, and how sports has played an important role in teaching larger lessons about journalism.</p><p><br></p><p>She also talked about the role the Alabama Multicultural Journalism Association has played in improving newsroom diversity starting at the scholastic level. She also explained the services provided by the ASPA and NESPA and why she believe the future of journalism is bright.</p><p><br></p><p>We also talked about #FollowHerLede, a 10,000 mile cross-country journalism tour that Meredith did, visiting a diverse array of news organizations. Meredith also provided advice on balancing so many passion projects and listed a few journalism organizations she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Follow us on Twitter or e-mail us at journalismsalute@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Websites</strong></p><p><a href="http://meredithcummings.com" rel="nofollow">Meredith&#39;s website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/merecummings" rel="nofollow">Meredith&#39;s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://alabamascholasticpress.com" rel="nofollow">Alabama Scholastic Press Association</a></p><p><a href="https://nespa.ua.edu/" rel="nofollow">National Elementary School Press Association</a></p><p><a href="https://www.meredithcummings.com/post/what-i-learned-in-my-great-american-newsroom-trip" rel="nofollow">#FollowMyLede article</a></p><p><a href="https://www.meredithcummings.com/post/in-challenging-circumstances-students-write-first-draft-of-history" rel="nofollow">Article on high school students in a pandemic</a></p> fc3e031c-1660-4609-badf-af5695dd8f15 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/4457aefd-0133-484c-a9b5-04ad90341990 Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:05:00 +0000 2383 no full Rabbi Hillel Goldberg on Running a Family-Owned Jewish Newspaper Rabbi Hillel Goldberg on Running a Family-Owned Jewish Newspaper 19 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Hillel Goldberg, editor and publisher of the Intermountain Jewish News, a weekly family-owned newspaper and website that has served the Rocky Mountain Jewish community for more than 100 years.


Rabbi Goldberg talked about the evolution of the publication and the importance of both his father and mother to the paper’s direction. He explained the intent of the news and editorial pages, discussed a number of recent articles, including an editorial welcoming Joe Biden to the presidency.


He also shared his approach to running the business, gave advice to students on how to work with family and how to establish themselves as writers, and picked a couple of journalism organizations for a personal salute.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can.


Important Websites

Intermountain Jewish News website

Intermountain Jewish News on Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Hillel Goldberg, editor and publisher of the Intermountain Jewish News, a weekly family-owned newspaper and website that has served the Rocky Mountain Jewish community for more than 100 years.</p><p><br></p><p>Rabbi Goldberg talked about the evolution of the publication and the importance of both his father and mother to the paper’s direction. He explained the intent of the news and editorial pages, discussed a number of recent articles, including an editorial welcoming Joe Biden to the presidency.</p><p><br></p><p>He also shared his approach to running the business, gave advice to students on how to work with family and how to establish themselves as writers, and picked a couple of journalism organizations for a personal salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Websites</strong></p><p><a href="http://ijn.com/" rel="nofollow">Intermountain Jewish News</a> website</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/IJNColorado" rel="nofollow">Intermountain Jewish News</a> on Twitter</p> 75ebf9a7-e924-43ec-8488-b1dbeedb4b51 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0fb6f932-5138-446c-832d-35fb3edf49df Tue, 29 Dec 2020 05:02:00 +0000 1360 no full Amjambo Africa: Georges Budagu Makoko & Kathreen Harrison On Covering The African Experience in Maine Amjambo Africa: Georges Budagu Makoko & Kathreen Harrison On Covering The African Experience in Maine 18 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon was joined by Georges Budagu Makoko and Kathreen Harrison, the publisher and editor-in-chief of Amjambo Africa, a monthly newspaper and website published in 6 languages that is devoted to covering the African immigrant experience in Maine.


Georges and Kathreen talked about Georges’ journey to the United States and Kathreen’s career as a teacher and how they came together to start this publication. They discussed how some Maine residents were welcoming and others throughout the state were not.


They explained how the paper functions and the kinds of stories they publish – in addition to news, opinion, and features, there is a poetry editor and pieces providing assistance on such things as money management. They also talked about the message they hoped to get across both to the immigrant community and to Maine residents.


They also offered advice on starting a publication of this nature and gave salutes to different journalism organizations they worked with.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review our podcast. You can email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find me on Twitter at @journalismsalut


Important Links

Amjambo Africa website

Amjambo Africa Twitter

Article on Georges’ life and background

New York Times article on the increased African population in Portland, Maine

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon was joined by Georges Budagu Makoko and Kathreen Harrison, the publisher and editor-in-chief of Amjambo Africa, a monthly newspaper and website published in 6 languages that is devoted to covering the African immigrant experience in Maine.</p><p><br></p><p>Georges and Kathreen talked about Georges’ journey to the United States and Kathreen’s career as a teacher and how they came together to start this publication. They discussed how some Maine residents were welcoming and others throughout the state were not.</p><p><br></p><p>They explained how the paper functions and the kinds of stories they publish – in addition to news, opinion, and features, there is a poetry editor and pieces providing assistance on such things as money management. They also talked about the message they hoped to get across both to the immigrant community and to Maine residents.</p><p><br></p><p>They also offered advice on starting a publication of this nature and gave salutes to different journalism organizations they worked with.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review our podcast. You can email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find me on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismsalut" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalut</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://amjamboafrica.com/" rel="nofollow">Amjambo Africa website</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/amjamboafrica" rel="nofollow">Amjambo Africa Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amjamboafrica.com/meet-georges-budagu-makoko/" rel="nofollow">Article on Georges’ life and background</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/23/us/portland-maine-african-migrants.html" rel="nofollow">New York Times article on the increased African population in Portland, Maine</a></p> fd38db01-d0f4-4579-a5cd-e27c6e810e44 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/775f4d38-15e0-43c1-91c7-e16da6f5a50f Mon, 21 Dec 2020 05:06:00 +0000 2178 no full The Forward Editor-In-Chief Jodi Rudoren on Covering All Aspects of Judaism The Forward Editor-In-Chief Jodi Rudoren on Covering All Aspects of Judaism 17 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by The Forward editor-in-chief Jodi Rudoren, formerly a longtime reporter and editor for the New York Times.


Jodi talked about making the move from The Times to an organization with a long, proud history of covering Judaism that is now a subscription-based online publication. She talked about stories they had done – from coverage of prominent issues like the presidential election to Jewish culture, including food and entertainment. She talked about the goals for the group moving forward and her hope that it will do more accountability journalism in the future.


Jodi also talked about her career – learning from mistakes and managing a career path that reached inclusion on the New York Times masthead. And she saluted two other important journalism organizations.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review our podcast. You can email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find me on Twitter at @journalismsalut


Important Links

The Forward website

The Forward Twitter

Jodi Rudoren Twitter

Jodi Rudoren interview with Jewish Funders Network

Jodi Rudoren 2014 Q&A with Hadassah

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by The Forward editor-in-chief Jodi Rudoren, formerly a longtime reporter and editor for the <em>New York Times</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>Jodi talked about making the move from <em>The Times </em>to an organization with a long, proud history of covering Judaism that is now a subscription-based online publication. She talked about stories they had done – from coverage of prominent issues like the presidential election to Jewish culture, including food and entertainment. She talked about the goals for the group moving forward and her hope that it will do more accountability journalism in the future.</p><p><br></p><p>Jodi also talked about her career – learning from mistakes and managing a career path that reached inclusion on the <em>New York Times </em>masthead. And she saluted two other important journalism organizations.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review our podcast. You can email me at journalismsalute@gmail.com or find me on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismsalut" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalut</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://theforward.com/" rel="nofollow">The Forward website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/jdforward" rel="nofollow">The Forward Twitter</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/rudoren" rel="nofollow">Jodi Rudoren Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.jfunders.org/podcast_jodi_rudoren" rel="nofollow">Jodi Rudoren interview with Jewish Funders Network</a></p><p><a href="https://www.hadassahmagazine.org/2014/03/17/interview-jodi-rudoren/" rel="nofollow">Jodi Rudoren 2014 Q&amp;A with Hadassah</a></p> ff83c29d-2e6a-4cca-ab73-a5b97f514542 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/0a763400-77ca-4821-9dee-05f9824e3907 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:09:00 +0000 1506 no full Journalism Teacher Alana Van Der Sluys On The Value of Journalism Education Journalism Teacher Alana Van Der Sluys On The Value of Journalism Education 16 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Kinnelon (NJ) High School journalism teacher Alana Van Der Sluys, who is also a vice-president of the Garden State Scholastic Press Association (GSSPA).


Alana explained the role of the GSSPA and shared her path to teaching. She described how the school’s journalism program, which has 3 classes and allows students to get college credit, works.


Alana also talked about issues that journalism teachers face, including administrators wanting a first look at stories in school media, small budgets, and limited resources. She spoke with pride about her students and gave examples of the work they’ve done in covering topics such as the election and Coronavirus.


Alana concluded by offering advice to people who are just now thinking about becoming a journalism teacher and picked an organization that she wanted to salute.


Thank you for listening. If you would like to rate and review the show, we would greatly appreciate it. You can offer us feedback by e-mail at journalismsalute@gmail.com and Twitter at @journalismsalut.


Important Links

Alana’s Twitter page

GSSPA website

Colt Chronicle (Kinnelon High School Student Newspaper) 

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Kinnelon (NJ) High School journalism teacher Alana Van Der Sluys, who is also a vice-president of the Garden State Scholastic Press Association (GSSPA).</p><p><br></p><p>Alana explained the role of the GSSPA and shared her path to teaching. She described how the school’s journalism program, which has 3 classes and allows students to get college credit, works.</p><p><br></p><p>Alana also talked about issues that journalism teachers face, including administrators wanting a first look at stories in school media, small budgets, and limited resources. She spoke with pride about her students and gave examples of the work they’ve done in covering topics such as the election and Coronavirus.</p><p><br></p><p>Alana concluded by offering advice to people who are just now thinking about becoming a journalism teacher and picked an organization that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. If you would like to rate and review the show, we would greatly appreciate it. You can offer us feedback by e-mail at <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a> and Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/journalismsalut" rel="nofollow">@journalismsalut</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/vandersluyslit" rel="nofollow">Alana’s Twitter page</a></p><p><a href="http://gsspa.org/" rel="nofollow">GSSPA website</a></p><p><a href="https://coltchronicle.org/" rel="nofollow">Colt Chronicle</a> (Kinnelon High School Student Newspaper) </p> 4f10adc6-1345-4679-99a5-f2700699cff4 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9c48282c-bad8-4f03-94b4-d8a4acc4efc7 Tue, 08 Dec 2020 05:05:00 +0000 1876 no full Prism Editor-in-Chief Ashton Lattimore on How Her Newsroom Sees the World Differently Prism Editor-in-Chief Ashton Lattimore on How Her Newsroom Sees the World Differently 15 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark talked to Ashton Lattimore, editor-in-chief of Prism, whose editorial goal is to center the people, places, and issues currently underreported by national media and treat Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, the LGBTQ+ community and other invisibilized groups as experts on their lived experiences, resilience, and fight for justice. 

 

Ashton talked about what it was like to try to write an editorial

the week of the presidential election, provided examples of the kinds of

stories that Prism covers in the areas of immigration, politics, and racial justice. She also explained how the site covers culture and celebrates triumph. 

 

Lastly, Ashton picked 2 journalism organizations to salute and

offered advice to people who venture back and forth between journalism and other careers, as she did.

 

Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you

can. 

 

If you have any feedback on the show, please email

journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet @journalismsalut

 

Links

Prism website

Prism Twitter

Ashton Lattimore Twitter

Carolyn Copeland’s article on Betsy Devos’ successor

Tina Vasquez’s story on Who Built the Cages

Prism’s story on brASS Burlesque

Ashton’s recent article on Poynter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark talked to Ashton Lattimore, editor-in-chief of Prism, whose editorial goal is to center the people, places, and issues currently underreported by national media and treat Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, the LGBTQ+ community and other invisibilized groups as experts on their lived experiences, resilience, and fight for justice. </p><p> </p><p>Ashton talked about what it was like to try to write an editorial</p><p>the week of the presidential election, provided examples of the kinds of</p><p>stories that Prism covers in the areas of immigration, politics, and racial justice. She also explained how the site covers culture and celebrates triumph. </p><p> </p><p>Lastly, Ashton picked 2 journalism organizations to salute and</p><p>offered advice to people who venture back and forth between journalism and other careers, as she did.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you</p><p>can. </p><p> </p><p>If you have any feedback on the show, please email</p><p>journalismsalute@gmail.com or tweet @journalismsalut</p><p> </p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><a href="http://prismreports.org" rel="nofollow">Prism website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/prismreports" rel="nofollow">Prism Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/ashtonlattimore" rel="nofollow">Ashton Lattimore Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.prismreports.org/article/2020/11/23/after-four-years-of-devos-what-should-the-new-education-secretary-prioritize" rel="nofollow">Carolyn Copeland’s article on Betsy Devos’ successor</a></p><p><a href="https://www.prismreports.org/article/2020/10/23/who-built-the-cages" rel="nofollow">Tina Vasquez’s story on Who Built the Cages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.prismreports.org/article/2020/9/24/how-brass-burlesque-fuses-sexy-silly-performance-art-with-social-justice" rel="nofollow">Prism’s story on brASS Burlesque</a></p><p><a href="https://www.poynter.org/commentary/2020/opinion-journalism-can-do-more-than-report-on-racial-injustice-it-can-also-help-solve-it/" rel="nofollow">Ashton’s recent article on Poynter</a></p> bc3c3f22-2ab9-46d7-a80b-da4f9b7c8c0c https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/3bd3b292-6aa2-49f1-80cc-affecb9d5d2e Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:15:00 +0000 1617 no full Bettina Chang of City Bureau On Producing Impactful, Equitable, Publicly-Responsive News Bettina Chang of City Bureau On Producing Impactful, Equitable, Publicly-Responsive News 14 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark is joined by Bettina Chang, one of the co-founders and executive editorial director for City Bureau, a Chicago-based non-profit journalism lab that both covers the city and works with the community to produce impactful, equitable and publicly-responsive reporting


Bettina talked about the group and what led to its formation in 2015. She explained how they try to reimagine local news by teaching local residents how to document what happens in public meetings along with the creation of journalism fellowships awarded to a diverse group of aspiring journalists who report for larger media outlets.


She also explained how the group provides essential public information, including the creation of a Zine to help prisoners file appeals. And she shared technological developments like a bot that tracks government bills, along with the website HasMyAldermanBeenIndicted.com.


Bettina concluded by offering advice to journalists looking to take the kind of approach that City Bureau does and shared a journalism organization that she would like to salute.


Hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving! Don't forget to rate and review us. Stay safe and stay well.


IMPORTANT LINKS

CityBureau.org

BettinaChang.com

City Bureau's Newmark School talk

Bettina's Ted Talk on Maslow's Pyramid, Fake News, and The Future of Journalism

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark is joined by <a href="https://twitter.com/bechang8" rel="nofollow">Bettina Chang</a>, one of the co-founders and executive editorial director for <a href="https://twitter.com/city_bureau" rel="nofollow">City Bureau</a>, a Chicago-based non-profit journalism lab that both covers the city and works with the community to produce impactful, equitable and publicly-responsive reporting</p><p><br></p><p>Bettina talked about the group and what led to its formation in 2015. She explained how they try to reimagine local news by teaching local residents how to document what happens in public meetings along with the creation of journalism fellowships awarded to a diverse group of aspiring journalists who report for larger media outlets.</p><p><br></p><p>She also explained how the group provides essential public information, including the creation of a Zine to help prisoners file appeals. And she shared technological developments like a bot that tracks government bills, along with the website <a href="HasMyAldermanBeenIndicted.com" rel="nofollow">HasMyAldermanBeenIndicted.com</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Bettina concluded by offering advice to journalists looking to take the kind of approach that City Bureau does and shared a journalism organization that she would like to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving! Don&#39;t forget to rate and review us. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>IMPORTANT LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="CityBureau.org" rel="nofollow">CityBureau.org</a></p><p><a href="BettinaChang.com" rel="nofollow">BettinaChang.com</a></p><p><a href="https://online.journalism.cuny.edu/courses/the-public-newsroom" rel="nofollow">City Bureau&#39;s Newmark School talk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/bettina_chang_maslow_s_pyramid_fake_news_and_the_future_of_journalism/up-next" rel="nofollow">Bettina&#39;s Ted Talk on Maslow&#39;s Pyramid, Fake News, and The Future of Journalism</a></p> ebc1d14c-0522-45b8-88b5-ccb6d39dd9d0 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/78ede9fd-94f9-49c7-b763-85a4bea084f1 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 05:15:00 +0000 1947 no full Siri Carpenter on The Open Notebook and Creating A Science Writers Community Siri Carpenter on The Open Notebook and Creating A Science Writers Community 13 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Dr. Siri Carpenter, the co-founder of The Open Notebook, a science journalism organization that helps writers with every aspect of their work - from pitching articles to understanding terminology and data and much more.


Siri talked about how her career as a science writer, and what led her and Jeanne Erdman to start their website, and the resources her site provides. She shared the traits that make a good science writer, discussed the challenges of being a science writer, the idea of writing for Dr. Fauci's aunt, and using narrative to articulate scientific information.


She also explained what The World’s Finest Science-Themed Peeps Diorama Contest is (you have to see it to appreciate it!), offered advice to others interested in creating a journalism community, and picked multiple organizations that she wanted to salute.


Important Links

The Open Notebook website

Siri Carpenter's Twitter and website

Brian Vastag Profiles a Dinosaur

Their book - The Craft of Science Writing

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Dr. Siri Carpenter, the co-founder of The Open Notebook, a science journalism organization that helps writers with every aspect of their work - from pitching articles to understanding terminology and data and much more.</p><p><br></p><p>Siri talked about how her career as a science writer, and what led her and Jeanne Erdman to start their website, and the resources her site provides. She shared the traits that make a good science writer, discussed the challenges of being a science writer, the idea of writing for Dr. Fauci&#39;s aunt, and using narrative to articulate scientific information.</p><p><br></p><p>She also explained what The World’s Finest Science-Themed Peeps Diorama Contest is (<a href="https://www.theopennotebook.com/peeps/" rel="nofollow">you have to see it</a> to appreciate it!), offered advice to others interested in creating a journalism community, and picked multiple organizations that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Links</strong></p><p><a href="theopennotebook.com" rel="nofollow">The Open Notebook website</a></p><p>Siri Carpenter&#39;s <a href="https://twitter.com/SiriCarpenter" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://siricarpenter.com" rel="nofollow">website</a></p><p><a href="https://www.theopennotebook.com/2012/12/13/brian-vastag-dinosaurs/" rel="nofollow">Brian Vastag Profiles a Dinosaur</a></p><p><a href="https://www.theopennotebook.com/the-craft-of-science-writing/" rel="nofollow">Their book - The Craft of Science Writing</a></p> f6be19de-121c-481f-ba2d-1dea0999bd41 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/31d12fa2-17ad-48b1-b37f-58e9453d5a94 Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:15:00 +0000 2796 no full Making Journalism History Accessible with Teri Finneman & Nick Hirshon of the AEJMC Making Journalism History Accessible with Teri Finneman & Nick Hirshon of the AEJMC 12 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talks with Teri Finneman and Nick Hirshon of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) – History Division. They are journalism professors at the University of Kansas and William Paterson University respectively.


Terri is the executive producer and co-host and Nick is a regular co-host of the podcast, Journalism History, a fun and interesting look at stories you might not have read about in your class textbooks.


They explained what the AEJMC is and their roles within the history division and shared some of the favorite history lessons they learned on their show. They explained what they are doing to make academic studies more accessible to journalists and the public through things such as their podcast.


They also explained their journalistic passions. Teri has done extensive research and written a book on press portrayal of women politicians (and also written about First Ladies). Nick studies sports media and subjects such as how sports talk radio influences public perception and how politicians latch on to sports teams in hopes of getting favorable coverage and rising in popularity.He’s written a book on the bizarre rebranding of the New York Islanders.


They also shared advice for aspiring journalists interested in trying podcasting and picked a journalism organization that they would like to salute.


Thank you for listening. Stay safe and stay well.


LINKS

AEJMC Twitter & website

Teri Finneman’s Twitter

Nick Hirshon’s Twitter

Journalism History podcast

Terri Finneman’s book

Nick Hirshon’s book

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talks with Teri Finneman and Nick Hirshon of the <strong><em>Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication</em></strong> (<strong><em>AEJMC</em></strong>) – History Division. They are journalism professors at the University of Kansas and William Paterson University respectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Terri is the executive producer and co-host and Nick is a regular co-host of the podcast, Journalism History, a fun and interesting look at stories you might not have read about in your class textbooks.</p><p><br></p><p>They explained what the AEJMC is and their roles within the history division and shared some of the favorite history lessons they learned on their show. They explained what they are doing to make academic studies more accessible to journalists and the public through things such as their podcast.</p><p><br></p><p>They also explained their journalistic passions. Teri has done extensive research and written a book on press portrayal of women politicians (and also written about First Ladies). Nick studies sports media and subjects such as how sports talk radio influences public perception and how politicians latch on to sports teams in hopes of getting favorable coverage and rising in popularity.He’s written a book on the bizarre rebranding of the New York Islanders.</p><p><br></p><p>They also shared advice for aspiring journalists interested in trying podcasting and picked a journalism organization that they would like to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="twitter.com/aejmc" rel="nofollow">AEJMC Twitter</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.aejmc.org/" rel="nofollow">website</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/terifinneman" rel="nofollow">Teri Finneman’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/nickhirshon" rel="nofollow">Nick Hirshon’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/journalism-history/id1437309234" rel="nofollow">Journalism History podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Press-Portrayals-Women-Politicians-1870s-2000s/dp/1498524249/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=finneman+women+politicians&qid=1604763303&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">Terri Finneman’s book</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Want-Fish-Sticks-Rebranding-Islanders/dp/1496206533/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=nick+hirshon&qid=1604763165&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">Nick Hirshon’s book</a></p> 3cebbd4f-cf7e-4a98-882d-243be8deb917 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/12ca8798-62c6-472c-92a3-d84f04f6daea Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:15:00 +0000 1775 no full Gabriel Kahn of Xtown.LA on Data Journalism at the Local Level Gabriel Kahn of Xtown.LA on Data Journalism at the Local Level 11 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by Crosstown LA Publisher and editor, Gabriel Kahn, a professor at the USC Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism. Crosstown LA covers the neighborhoods of Los Angeles in a different way – through data. Their stories are brief, visually-vibrant, and phone-friendly.


Gabriel explained how the project was born and how the Crosstown LA team of writers and editors, designers, and software engineers work together to produce stories. He gave examples of stories that the group is proud of, specifically in the areas of social justice, Coronavirus, and crime coverage. He also explained both the capabilities and the limitations that the data provides, and described creating a customized newsletter to help further their project.


He also gave advice for people interested in getting into data journalism and picked another journalism organization that helped inspire this project that he wanted to salute.


Thank you for listening. If you’d like to contact us, email journalismsalute@gmail.com. Please consider rating and reviewing us. It helps us out. Stay safe and stay well!

 

Important Links

Xtown.LA website

Crosstown LA’s Twitter

Gabriel Kahn’s Twitter

More coverage of Crosstown LA

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by Crosstown LA Publisher and editor, Gabriel Kahn, a professor at the USC Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism. Crosstown LA covers the neighborhoods of Los Angeles in a different way – through data. Their stories are brief, visually-vibrant, and phone-friendly.</p><p><br></p><p>Gabriel explained how the project was born and how the Crosstown LA team of writers and editors, designers, and software engineers work together to produce stories. He gave examples of stories that the group is proud of, specifically in the areas of social justice, Coronavirus, and crime coverage. He also explained both the capabilities and the limitations that the data provides, and described creating a customized newsletter to help further their project.</p><p><br></p><p>He also gave advice for people interested in getting into data journalism and picked another journalism organization that helped inspire this project that he wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. If you’d like to contact us, email <a href="mailto:journalismsalute@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">journalismsalute@gmail.com</a>. Please consider rating and reviewing us. It helps us out. Stay safe and stay well!</p><p> </p><p>Important Links</p><p><a href="xtown.la" rel="nofollow">Xtown.LA website</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/crosstownLA" rel="nofollow">Crosstown LA’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/gabekahn" rel="nofollow">Gabriel Kahn’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.localmedia.org/how-data-driven-storytelling-project-crosstown-helps-scale-neighborhood-news-in-los-angeles/" rel="nofollow">More coverage of Crosstown LA</a></p> 663db748-055b-4b3e-bcd8-9e2d54baff92 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f30c913a-a884-4806-be53-1c074e2d6a1e Tue, 27 Oct 2020 04:20:00 +0000 1133 no full Covering health journalism with Tara Haelle and Bara Vaida of the Association of Health Care Journalists Covering health journalism with Tara Haelle and Bara Vaida of the Association of Health Care Journalists 10 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we’re joined by journalists Tara Haelle and Bara Vaida to talk about the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ) and health journalism in the age of Covid-19. They explained what the organization does, why it is invaluable to health care journalists as an informational and networking resource, as well as their role as topic leaders in medical studies and infectious disease, respectively.


Tara talked about the importance of media understanding the different stages of vaccine development. Bara talked about writing about pandemic preparedness and why it’s important for reporters to understand the connection of politics and health care.


They explained the challenges that occur when some political reporters enter the health journalism landscape – understanding that evidence trumps “both sides” reporting. They talked about the value of Twitter in helping them find public health experts and lessons learned that could be applied to reporting on future health care issues (such as health care disparities, listening to the right experts for the right questions, and building public health literacy).


We ended the discussion by talking about their journalistic passions, what advice they would have for future journalists, and what journalism organizations they would like to salute.

 

Notable Links

AHCJ website

AHCJ Twitter

Tara’s Twitter

Bara’s Twitter


Tara’s website, TedXTalk on vaccination, and parenting book


Bara’s website and pandemic preparedness article  

]]> <p>On this episode, we’re joined by journalists Tara Haelle and Bara Vaida to talk about the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ) and health journalism in the age of Covid-19. They explained what the organization does, why it is invaluable to health care journalists as an informational and networking resource, as well as their role as topic leaders in medical studies and infectious disease, respectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Tara talked about the importance of media understanding the different stages of vaccine development. Bara talked about writing about pandemic preparedness and why it’s important for reporters to understand the connection of politics and health care.</p><p><br></p><p>They explained the challenges that occur when some political reporters enter the health journalism landscape – understanding that evidence trumps “both sides” reporting. They talked about the value of Twitter in helping them find public health experts and lessons learned that could be applied to reporting on future health care issues (such as health care disparities, listening to the right experts for the right questions, and building public health literacy).</p><p><br></p><p>We ended the discussion by talking about their journalistic passions, what advice they would have for future journalists, and what journalism organizations they would like to salute.</p><p><u> </u></p><p><strong><u>Notable Links</u></strong></p><p><a href="healthjournalism.org" rel="nofollow">AHCJ website</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/ahcj" rel="nofollow">AHCJ Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/tarahaelle" rel="nofollow">Tara’s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/barav" rel="nofollow">Bara’s Twitter</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="tarahaelle.com" rel="nofollow">Tara’s website</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggtkzkoI3eM" rel="nofollow">TedXTalk on vaccination</a>, and <a href="http://theinformedparentbook.com/" rel="nofollow">parenting book</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="baravaida.com" rel="nofollow">Bara’s website</a> and <a href="http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher/document.php?id=cqresrre2017060200" rel="nofollow">pandemic preparedness article </a> </p> aa0651de-b481-4695-813d-a6583368f77f https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6f9f1205-0cb5-4ea2-9b22-bf9da9a6dace Tue, 20 Oct 2020 04:20:00 +0000 1823 no full Bene Cipolla of Chalkbeat on Covering the Classroom Bene Cipolla of Chalkbeat on Covering the Classroom 9 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Chalkbeat publisher-to-be (current editor-in-chief) Bene Cipolla joined Mark Simon to talk about how her group covers educational issues across the country.


Bene talked about her organization's purpose -- to have an impact on the improvement of schools for all children, especially those who have lacked access to a quality education.


She explained her role, why education journalism appeals to her, the kinds of stories Chalkbeat covers, how they cover social justice issues, who their readership is, how they are funded, and the organization's long-term plans.


Lastly, Bene gave advice to aspiring education journalists and picked a group that she wanted to salute.


Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you can. Stay safe and stay well.


IMPORTANT LINKS

Chalkbeat.org

Chalkbeat's Twitter

Bene Cipolla's Twitter

AP/Chalkbeat story on racial inequity in education

NY Times/Chalkbeat story on reopening schools

This American Life featuring a Chalkbeat story

Chalkbeat on Great Schools overhauling ratings

CEO Elizabeth Green on Chalkbeat's business model

Votebeat.org, which will cover election administration in a similar manner

]]> <p>On this episode, Chalkbeat publisher-to-be (current editor-in-chief) Bene Cipolla joined Mark Simon to talk about how her group covers educational issues across the country.</p><p><br></p><p>Bene talked about her organization&#39;s purpose -- to have an impact on the improvement of schools for all children, especially those who have lacked access to a quality education.</p><p><br></p><p>She explained her role, why education journalism appeals to her, the kinds of stories Chalkbeat covers, how they cover social justice issues, who their readership is, how they are funded, and the organization&#39;s long-term plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Lastly, Bene gave advice to aspiring education journalists and picked a group that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. Please rate and review us if you can. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>IMPORTANT LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="Chalkbeat.org" rel="nofollow">Chalkbeat.org</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/chalkbeat" rel="nofollow">Chalkbeat&#39;s Twitter </a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/bigeastgirl" rel="nofollow">Bene Cipolla&#39;s Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://t.co/dmSYbGu9iS?amp=1" rel="nofollow">AP/Chalkbeat story on racial inequity in education</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/23/sunday-review/reopening-schools-coronavirus.html" rel="nofollow">NY Times/Chalkbeat story on reopening schools</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thisamericanlife.org/715/long-awaited-asteroid-finally-hits-earth" rel="nofollow">This American Life featuring a Chalkbeat story</a></p><p><a href="https://www.chalkbeat.org/2020/9/24/21453357/greatschools-overhauls-ratings-reduce-link-race-poverty" rel="nofollow">Chalkbeat on Great Schools overhauling ratings</a></p><p><a href="https://www.lionpublishers.com/chalkbeat-ceo-elizabeth-green-says-copy-our-model-it-works/" rel="nofollow">CEO Elizabeth Green on Chalkbeat&#39;s business model</a></p><p><a href="votebeat.org" rel="nofollow">Votebeat.org, which will cover election administration in a similar manner</a></p> a42626e9-5c5f-45e3-8931-2d92445f08d2 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/01fc0b06-314e-40d4-a440-c0442f3a4ef9 Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:30:00 +0000 1317 no full Becoming a Better News Consumer with Darragh Worland of the News Literacy Project Becoming a Better News Consumer with Darragh Worland of the News Literacy Project 8 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon talks to Darragh Worland, the vice-president of creative services for the News Literacy Project.


The News Literacy Project is a non-partisan non-profit group devoted to making people better news consumers using educational tools.


Darragh talked specifically about what the group does, about programs like Checkology that can be used by students, educators, and the public. She discussed ways to handle disinformation and misinformation, how social media and groups like QAnon make their work more challenging, and how the group is trying to educate people on the use of statistics in stories.


(** Note: This episode was taped before the news about Facebook's QAnon ban broke**)


She also explained the goal of the Project's new podcast, which she hosts - Is That a Fact?


Darragh also gave tips for aspiring journalists and talked about a group working with stopping the spread of disinformation that she wanted to salute.


Like the show? Don't like the show? Send us feedback - journalismsalute@gmail.com - and please rate and review us if you don't mind.


NOTABLE LINKS

The News Literacy Project website

The News Literacy Project on Twitter

Darragh Worland on Twitter

Darragh's article in the New York Daily News

Is That a Fact podcast

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon talks to Darragh Worland, the vice-president of creative services for the News Literacy Project.</p><p><br></p><p>The News Literacy Project is a non-partisan non-profit group devoted to making people better news consumers using educational tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Darragh talked specifically about what the group does, about programs like Checkology that can be used by students, educators, and the public. She discussed ways to handle disinformation and misinformation, how social media and groups like QAnon make their work more challenging, and how the group is trying to educate people on the use of statistics in stories.</p><p><br></p><p>(** Note: This episode was taped before the news about Facebook&#39;s QAnon ban broke**)</p><p><br></p><p>She also explained the goal of the Project&#39;s new podcast, which she hosts - Is That a Fact?</p><p><br></p><p>Darragh also gave tips for aspiring journalists and talked about a group working with stopping the spread of disinformation that she wanted to salute.</p><p><br></p><p>Like the show? Don&#39;t like the show? Send us feedback - journalismsalute@gmail.com - and please rate and review us if you don&#39;t mind.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTABLE LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="http://newslit.org" rel="nofollow"><strong>The News Literacy Project website</strong></a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/newslitproject" rel="nofollow"><strong>The News Literacy Project on Twitter</strong></a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/darworland" rel="nofollow"><strong>Darragh Worland on Twitter</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-oped-dont-let-social-media-spoil-your-news-judgment-20200930-dz7i3p5bnzedlhrvbmlavr2miy-story.html" rel="nofollow"><strong>Darragh&#39;s article in the New York Daily News</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://newslit.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Is That a Fact podcast</strong></a></p> 19c257ba-69fd-4e53-8045-f89f5694f0df https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/35e129bc-13a4-40ad-8d7f-c2abc85a31a4 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:46:00 +0000 2309 no full KING-5 news anchor Steve Bunin on Asking The Right Questions KING-5 news anchor Steve Bunin on Asking The Right Questions 7 1 Mark Simon We'll call this episode a Personal Salute, as we're joined by KING-5 news anchor Steve Bunin, a former colleague of mine at ESPN.


There are many journalistic components to Steve's job and he educates us on each of them. We also discuss the changing role of the news anchor and watching the internet completely change his job over time.


Steve was regarded as one of the best question-askers at ESPN, so he provides some insight on interviewing, lists the journalists whom he most admires, and shares his own journalism salute


NOTABLE LINKS

Steve Bunin on Twitter

Steve Bunin Bio

KING-5 TV

John Sawatsky on interviewing

]]> <p>We&#39;ll call this episode a Personal Salute, as we&#39;re joined by KING-5 news anchor Steve Bunin, a former colleague of mine at ESPN.</p><p><br></p><p>There are many journalistic components to Steve&#39;s job and he educates us on each of them. We also discuss the changing role of the news anchor and watching the internet completely change his job over time.</p><p><br></p><p>Steve was regarded as one of the best question-askers at ESPN, so he provides some insight on interviewing, lists the journalists whom he most admires, and shares his own journalism salute</p><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTABLE LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="twitter.com/stevebunin" rel="nofollow">Steve Bunin on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.king5.com/article/about-us/team-bios/steve-bunin/281-392103243" rel="nofollow">Steve Bunin Bio</a></p><p><a href="KING5.com" rel="nofollow">KING-5 TV</a></p><p><a href="http://mobilevideodiy.com/lesson/the-anatomy-of-the-question-the-wisdom-of-john-sawatsky" rel="nofollow">John Sawatsky on interviewing</a></p> d0712b14-9e62-44c9-b488-e694067a971a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/9c1f448f-13ec-4c1f-9136-fcbc528f6f97 Tue, 29 Sep 2020 04:30:00 +0000 1801 no full Holly McCall of Tennessee Lookout on Covering A State With A Supermajority Holly McCall of Tennessee Lookout on Covering A State With A Supermajority 6 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we're joined by Holly McCall, the editor of the Tennessee Lookout, a website devoted to covering state government and issues as part of States Newsroom.


We discuss the background in politics and journalism that led her to this job and the challenge of covering state government in a state in which the Republican party has a supermajority hold on the state legislature.


Holly talked about stories her team uncovered related to Coronavirus, the growing immigrant community, governor Bill Lee, and the cities of Nashville and Memphis.


She also explained the balance between news and editorial and how her organization demonstrates its fairness, She also shared advice for aspiring journalists and provided a journalism salute of her own.


Key quote: "I think there's a great hunger for more policy and politics coverage."


Thanks for tuning in. Please rate and review us if you can.


LINKS

Tennessee Lookout

Tennessee Lookout on Twitter

Holly McCall on Twitter

Articles by Anita Wadhwani

Articles by Nate Rau

Articles by Dulce Torres

The organization Holly saluted

]]> <p>On this episode, we&#39;re joined by Holly McCall, the editor of the <em>Tennessee Lookout</em>, a website devoted to covering state government and issues as part of States Newsroom.</p><p><br></p><p>We discuss the background in politics and journalism that led her to this job and the challenge of covering state government in a state in which the Republican party has a supermajority hold on the state legislature.</p><p><br></p><p>Holly talked about stories her team uncovered related to Coronavirus, the growing immigrant community, governor Bill Lee, and the cities of Nashville and Memphis.</p><p><br></p><p>She also explained the balance between news and editorial and how her organization demonstrates its fairness, She also shared advice for aspiring journalists and provided a journalism salute of her own.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key quote</strong>: &#34;I think there&#39;s a great hunger for more policy and politics coverage.&#34;</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for tuning in. Please rate and review us if you can.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="tennesseelookout.com" rel="nofollow">Tennessee Lookout</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/TNLookout" rel="nofollow">Tennessee Lookout on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/jhollymc" rel="nofollow">Holly McCall on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://tennesseelookout.com/author/anita-wadhwani/" rel="nofollow">Articles by Anita Wadhwani</a></p><p><a href="https://tennesseelookout.com/author/nate-rau" rel="nofollow">Articles by Nate Rau</a></p><p><a href="https://tennesseelookout.com/author/dulce-torres" rel="nofollow">Articles by Dulce Torres</a></p><p><a href="https://wpln.org/" rel="nofollow">The organization Holly saluted</a></p> 3225fbcd-148d-4000-81ae-2e98ab7e1311 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1847887f-fc0a-4b55-881d-d9dbbb94961e Tue, 22 Sep 2020 04:30:00 +0000 1717 no full Trusting News with Joy Mayer Trusting News with Joy Mayer 5 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Trusting News director Joy Mayer to discuss how journalists and newsrooms can work at improving the level of trust from their readerships.


Joy provided examples of work her group does to help news organizations and journalists in this regard. She explained how trust has to be earned and provided examples of groups that are doing work to increase trust from their readership.


Thank you for listening. If you liked the podcast, please rate and review us. Stay safe and stay well.


LINKS

Trusting News Website

Trusting News Weekly Newsletter

Pew Poll on What People Think of Journalists

Trusting News on Twitter

Joy Mayer on Twitter

Mark Simon's Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Trusting News director Joy Mayer to discuss how journalists and newsrooms can work at improving the level of trust from their readerships.</p><p><br></p><p>Joy provided examples of work her group does to help news organizations and journalists in this regard. She explained how trust has to be earned and provided examples of groups that are doing work to increase trust from their readership.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. If you liked the podcast, please rate and review us. Stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="TrustingNews.org" rel="nofollow">Trusting News Website</a></p><p><a href="http://trustingnews.org/newsletter/" rel="nofollow">Trusting News Weekly Newsletter</a></p><p><a href="https://medium.com/trusting-news/heres-what-pew-says-people-think-of-journalism-and-what-you-can-do-about-it-8a2551d452cf?source=collection_home---4------0-----------------------" rel="nofollow">Pew Poll on What People Think of Journalists</a></p><p><a href="Twitter.com/trustingnews" rel="nofollow">Trusting News on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/joymayer" rel="nofollow">Joy Mayer on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/markasimonsays" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon&#39;s Twitter</a></p> 11371213-b782-48ab-a2f4-eb6da47a157a https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1b5ee1a5-1b0c-4540-b407-e57154d40cb3 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 04:07:00 +0000 1366 no full The American Journalism Historians Association w/ Dr. Donna Lampkin Stephens and Dr. Aimee Edmondson The American Journalism Historians Association w/ Dr. Donna Lampkin Stephens and Dr. Aimee Edmondson 4 1 Mark Simon On this episode, we focus on The American Journalism Historians Association with its president, Dr. Donna Lampkin Stephens from the University of Central Arkansas and its first vice-president, Dr. Aimee Edmondson of Ohio University.


They explain what the organization does, talk about the importance of teaching the history of journalism, show how history often repeats itself, and share the group's resources, including a highly-impressive speakers bureau. They also provide recommended reading (related to John Lewis), share their own research and salute other journalism organizations doing good work.


Thank you for listening. If you wish to rate and review the podcast, please do, and please share it with your friends and colleagues. Please stay safe and stay well.


NOTABLE LINKS

AJHA Website

AJHA on Twitter

Dr. Lampkin Stephens on Twitter

Dr. Edmondson on Twitter


In Sullivan's Shadow

If It Aint Broke, Break It

Their recommended book: The Race Beat

]]> <p>On this episode, we focus on The American Journalism Historians Association with its president, Dr. Donna Lampkin Stephens from the University of Central Arkansas and its first vice-president, Dr. Aimee Edmondson of Ohio University.</p><p><br></p><p>They explain what the organization does, talk about the importance of teaching the history of journalism, show how history often repeats itself, and share the group&#39;s resources, including a highly-impressive speakers bureau. They also provide recommended reading (related to John Lewis), share their own research and salute other journalism organizations doing good work.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening. If you wish to rate and review the podcast, please do, and please share it with your friends and colleagues. Please stay safe and stay well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTABLE LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="ajha.wildapricot.org" rel="nofollow">AJHA Website</a></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/ajhasocial" rel="nofollow">AJHA on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/DonnaStephens1" rel="nofollow">Dr. Lampkin Stephens on Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/ProfEdmondson" rel="nofollow">Dr. Edmondson on Twitter</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sullivans-Shadow-during-Rights-Struggle/dp/1625344090/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=aimee+edmondson&qid=1599504408&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">In Sullivan&#39;s Shadow</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Aint-Broke-Break-Corporate-Journalism/dp/1557288143/ref=sr_1_12?dchild=1&keywords=donna+stephens&qid=1599504441&sr=8-12" rel="nofollow">If It Aint Broke, Break It</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Race-Beat-Rights-Struggle-Awakening/dp/0679735658" rel="nofollow">Their recommended book: The Race Beat</a></p> ee5f2c0f-536f-4280-ab04-e05631fa77d5 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/5eca95c0-d8c9-4716-bd6a-ed88ad7244ef Tue, 08 Sep 2020 04:01:00 +0000 1742 no full What is Solutions Journalism - With Michelle Faust Raghavan What is Solutions Journalism - With Michelle Faust Raghavan 3 1 Mark Simon On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Michelle Faust Raghavan, West Coast Region Manager for the Solutions Journalism Network.


They discussed what Solutions Journalism is, what the group does, and why it is so important. Michelle provided examples of Solutions Journalism teaching in action and the stories produced as a result. She also offered resources that the Network provides that journalists will find useful in developing their stories. Michelle also talked about why she thinks the future of journalism is bright and which journalism organizations she would like to salute.


Key phrase to remember: "Hope with teeth."


Links

SolutionsJournalismNetwork.org

Michelle's Ted Talk

Celeste Headlee's Ted Talk

Solutions Journalism Network Twitter

Michelle's Twitter

]]> <h4>On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Michelle Faust Raghavan, West Coast Region Manager for the Solutions Journalism Network.</h4><p><br></p><p>They discussed what Solutions Journalism is, what the group does, and why it is so important. Michelle provided examples of Solutions Journalism teaching in action and the stories produced as a result. She also offered resources that the Network provides that journalists will find useful in developing their stories. Michelle also talked about why she thinks the future of journalism is bright and which journalism organizations she would like to salute.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key phrase to remember:</strong> &#34;Hope with teeth.&#34;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><a href="SolutionsJournalismNetwork.org" rel="nofollow">SolutionsJournalismNetwork.org</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12JEv6rFix0" rel="nofollow">Michelle&#39;s Ted Talk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/celeste_headlee_10_ways_to_have_a_better_conversation/discussion" rel="nofollow">Celeste Headlee&#39;s Ted Talk</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/soljourno" rel="nofollow">Solutions Journalism Network Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/MicheReports" rel="nofollow">Michelle&#39;s Twitter</a></p> f1606eda-a07f-48b3-9682-179372829e3e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/1c7e6d2d-bea9-4e12-9910-f75d8f6e5313 Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:15:00 +0000 1447 no full InvestigateWest Executive Director Allison Augustyn InvestigateWest Executive Director Allison Augustyn 1 1 Mark Simon

On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Allison Augustyn, the executive director of InvestigateWest, a non-profit journalism studio based in Seattle.

 

In Allison’s words, InvestigateWest is reporting “for community, with community” using a modern investigative reporting approach. She explains the role that InvestigateWest fills and how the impact of their reporting on the Pacific Northwest is measured.

 

She provides examples of notable stories (a social justice component to environmental reporting) and the idea of “meeting people where they live.” She also previews an upcoming story running in The Atlantic. Lastly, she offers advice to aspiring investigative reporters and offers her own salute to a journalism organization.


Core quote: “There are economists who have put forth data that shows that for every dollar spent on investigative reporting, it yields $125 in societal good. It’s just that it takes a lot of time and money up front before you get that payoff.”

 

The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

 


Show Links

Investigate West website

Investigate West Twitter

Allison Augustyn Twitter


Journalism Salute Twitter

Mark Simon Twitter

Mark's list of Journalism Organizations

]]> <p><br></p><p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Allison Augustyn, the executive director of InvestigateWest, a non-profit journalism studio based in Seattle.</p><p> </p><p>In Allison’s words, InvestigateWest is reporting “for community, with community” using a modern investigative reporting approach. She explains the role that InvestigateWest fills and how the impact of their reporting on the Pacific Northwest is measured.</p><p> </p><p>She provides examples of notable stories (a social justice component to environmental reporting) and the idea of “meeting people where they live.” She also previews an upcoming story running in <em>The Atlantic</em>. Lastly, she offers advice to aspiring investigative reporters and offers her own salute to a journalism organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core quote:</strong> “There are economists who have put forth data that shows that for every dollar spent on investigative reporting, it yields $125 in societal good. It’s just that it takes a lot of time and money up front before you get that payoff.”</p><p> </p><p><em>The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.</em></p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Show Links</strong></p><p><a href="invw.org" rel="nofollow">Investigate West website</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/invw" rel="nofollow">Investigate West Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/allisonaugustyn" rel="nofollow">Allison Augustyn Twitter</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismsalut" rel="nofollow">Journalism Salute Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/markasimonsays" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://marksimonsports.com/2020/05/29/important-journalism-organizations/" rel="nofollow">Mark&#39;s list of Journalism Organizations</a></p> 84a435ae-1982-4332-aeea-0c22685d0e09 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/d307632f-9469-4bb6-96bc-4cb0ad753e8f Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:10:00 +0000 1490 no full What is Dialogue Journalism? - Spaceship Media Co-Founder and CEO Eve Pearlman What is Dialogue Journalism? - Spaceship Media Co-Founder and CEO Eve Pearlman 2 1 Mark Simon On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Eve Pearlman, the co-founder and CEO of Spaceship Media.

 

In Eve’s words, Spaceship Media is a company that invites exploration for journalists and conversation participants through a recently developed form of work known as dialogue journalism. Spaceship brings people from different groups together for conversations over an extended period of time and works with media outlets to report on what comes from those conversations.

 

Eve explains the origin of the company and how dialogue journalism works in the spirit of reconceptualizing what journalism is. She tells what motivated her to pursue this type of journalism, how projects are conceptualized, developed, and completed, and why journalists are ideal for the role they serve within dialogue journalism. She also shares her vision for future projects and pays it forward with advice, and a journalism salute of her own.

 

Core quote: “What can I do with the skills I have, from where I sit, to help the greater good?”

 

The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

 

Show Links

Spaceship Media

Spaceship Media Twitter page

Eve Pearlman’s Twitter page

Guns, An American Conversation (Spaceship Media’s book)

Eve’s Ted Talk

 

Journalism Salute Twitter

Mark Simon Twitter

]]> <p>On this episode of The Journalism Salute, Mark is joined by Eve Pearlman, the co-founder and CEO of Spaceship Media.</p><p> </p><p>In Eve’s words, Spaceship Media is a company that invites exploration for journalists and conversation participants through a recently developed form of work known as dialogue journalism. Spaceship brings people from different groups together for conversations over an extended period of time and works with media outlets to report on what comes from those conversations.</p><p> </p><p>Eve explains the origin of the company and how dialogue journalism works in the spirit of reconceptualizing what journalism is. She tells what motivated her to pursue this type of journalism, how projects are conceptualized, developed, and completed, and why journalists are ideal for the role they serve within dialogue journalism. She also shares her vision for future projects and pays it forward with advice, and a journalism salute of her own.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Core quote:</strong> “What can I do with the skills I have, from where I sit, to help the greater good?”</p><p> </p><p>The Journalism Salute is a podcast intended to spotlight journalism organizations doing prominent work and to counter the notion of journalists as the enemy of the people. It is hosted by Mark Simon. Please subscribe, rate, and review.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Show Links</strong></p><p><a href="spaceshipmedia.org" rel="nofollow">Spaceship Media</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/spaceship_media" rel="nofollow">Spaceship Media Twitter page</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/evepearlman" rel="nofollow">Eve Pearlman’s Twitter page</a></p><p><a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Guns-An-American-Conversation/The-Editors-at-Spaceship-Media/9781982132989" rel="nofollow">Guns, An American Conversation</a> (Spaceship Media’s book)</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BDF7cD2M6g" rel="nofollow">Eve’s Ted Talk</a></p><p> </p><p><a href="http://twitter.com/journalismsalut" rel="nofollow">Journalism Salute Twitter</a></p><p><a href="twitter.com/markasimonsays" rel="nofollow">Mark Simon Twitter</a></p> cc9e661f-6f67-4294-8146-9e8910de7975 https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/6815d5b9-cb6a-4fdd-8ad3-f6794141bfae Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:10:00 +0000 1976 no full The Journalism Salute Trailer The Journalism Salute Trailer Mark Simon Coming soon: A podcast that pays tribute to journalism in all its many forms.

]]> <p>Coming soon: A podcast that pays tribute to journalism in all its many forms.</p> c70c8407-b1bf-40bb-bbcb-cfcf2bc1400e https://redcircle.com/shows/3321739a-247a-4730-a995-15faa82f68d4/episodes/f8d3a54a-6aaf-4a6d-894a-51b0ad5c4cea Sun, 02 Aug 2020 18:03:20 +0000 102 no