The Poynter Report Podcast

Brand new research answers the question, "what effect does social media have on young teens?". Listen to the shocking results in this ground-breaking episode of the Poynter Report with research professor Justin Martin from the University of South Florida's Journalism Department in St. Petersburg, Florida. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What effect does cell phone usage have on young teens? You will be shocked by the answer based on groundbreaking research just being released. This episode is a "must-listen" for all parents. Journalism Professor Justin Martin from the University of South Florida-St. Petersburg is the guest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the top 50 media events of the last half century? Some of the answers will surprise you, but there's more. Learn how you can help choose those events. Join Poynter's Ren LaForme and Tom Jones as they unveil Poynter 50—a landmark project celebrating 50 years of journalism excellence.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Associated Press’ removal from official White House activities is sparking outrage among media organizations and first amendment advocates. What does this mean for the future of American media under President Trump? For an insider’s look into the issue, tune into The Poynter Report Podcast with special guest, former Washington Post media reporter Paul Farhi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Tom Brady’s move to the broadcast booth will come under a microscope as he broadcasts his first Super Bowl. How will the former football star handle the pressure? How does his minority ownership position in the Las Vegas Raiders affect his announcing future? Will he complete is 10-year contract? For a look into this and the big game tune into this special episode of The Poynter Report Podcast with...

Mark Zuckerberg's decision to remove Meta's fact-checking program raises pressing questions about the future of social media. Where does this leave the public’s trust? As misinformation spreads faster than ever, can users hold out hope for an ethical commitment to truth? For a fascinating look into the situation, listen to the season 2 premiere of The Poynter Report Podcast with special guest the...

Fewer people are watching local TV news —but why? Media industry expert, journalism professor, and author Elliott Wiser provides insights into that question. What, if anything, can be done to stop the decline in revenue and viewership associated with local TV news. Find out the answers to these questions and more on the season finale of The Poynter Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

With the election behind us, what’s next for the media? Join David Bauder, AP’s national media writer, for an insider's take on media trends and ratings. From the role of Elon Musk to "Trump bumps" and "Trump slumps," Bauder offers a fresh perspective and reasons to stay hopeful about the future of journalism. Stay informed about the latest in media and journalism on The Poynter Report. ...

Election results are in and it's time to give the media a grade for its performance. The Poynter Institute's Kelly McBride and Ren LaForme provide an unfiltered look at the media’s role during this election's pivotal moments. They’ll dive into how polls were handled, dissect the dramatized character tropes of candidates, and tackle the tough questions about a so-called "vilified" media....

Curious about what’s really true in politics? Join PolitiFact’s Editor-in-Chief, Katie Sanders, as she breaks down the truth-finding process behind America’s leaders' political claims. Discover the methods used to uncover fact from fiction, how misinformation gets weaponized, and which absurd statements are running for the infamous "Lie of the Year" award. Don't miss this exclusive deep dive to fi...

NBC/MSNBC's political analyst Steve Kornacki steps away from the big board to discuss what the polls are saying about the upcoming presidential race. He discusses the challenges polling Donald Trump's performance and whether Kamala Harris's late entry into the race is helping or hurting. You've seen him an TV, now listen to what he's saying to The Poynter Reports' Tom Jones. Hosted on Acast. See a...

The President of The Poynter Institute, Neil Brown, joins host Tom Jones to explore the challenges of fact-based journalism, the rise of emerging digital news platforms, and how the industry is embracing modern approaches in delivering the news.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the premier episode of the Poynter Report Podcast NPR's Television critic, Eric Deggans, discusses the declining influence of cable news networks during this election. Host Tom Jones and Deggans also dive into the concept of the "truth sandwich" and its role in modern journalism as well as the changes taking place in streaming platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...