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S7 E2: Longtime Fox News Pentagon Correspondent Jennifer Griffin joins the Poynter Report Podcast to discuss her nearly 30-year career with the network. She also provides frank opinions about restrictive Pentagon press policies and her former Fox colleague, and now Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth.
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S7 E1: Season 7 begins with an exciting interview with MS NOW anchor Rachel Maddow. She joins Tom Jones on the Poynter Report to discuss all things President Trump including his recent White House media ban. Rachel also discusses her new documentary and book.
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In the season six finale of The Poynter Report, learn about an exciting new offering from the Poynter Institute. Well Informed is designed for consumers looking for accurate health and wellness information. From the people who bring you PolitiFact, find out how Well Informed will be an advocate for consumers.
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Wall Street Journal Media Reporter Isabella Simonetti joins host Tom Jones to discuss the recent turmoil at CBS News. Get insight on the status of 60 Minutes. Also, learn what could be next for CNN.
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This is a must-listen to episode for anyone who enjoys soccer/football. The guest is Laura Williamson, Editor-in-Chief of UK and Europe at The Athletic. Hear about how one of the world’s leading sports news organizations is preparing for one of the biggest sporting events on the planet.
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For the first time the Poynter Institute's Alex Mahadevan and Angela Fu discuss their investigation that uncovered a troubling case where Nota, an AI company, blurred the line between innovation and plagiarism. Their investigation not only led to the project’s shutdown but also sparked bigger questions about trust, ethics, and the future of news in an AI-driven world. Season 5 Episode 6.
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The Poynter Report features an interview with Frederik Pleitgen, Senior Correspondent for CNN International, who discusses the challenges of reporting in Iran during an ongoing conflict. He describes the difficulty of gaining access to restricted areas, working under surveillance, and reporting amid constant airstrikes, all while having limited internet access. Pleitgen also reflects on the human impact of war, sharing how civilians cope with fear and uncertainty, and how covering these events leaves a lasting emotional impact on journalists.
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The Poynter Report welcomes media reporter Sara Fischer to discuss the key ramifications of the mega deal. Drawing on her work at Axios, Fischer explains the corporate drama involving Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix, and Paramount. She also addresses CNN's uncertain future.
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The Poynter Report welcomes Steve Grove, CEO and Publisher of the Minnesota Star Tribune, to discuss how his journalists covered the protests in Minneapolis. He reflects on the emotional toll of reporting on deeply personal community stories, the arrests of local journalists, and the growing fight against misinformation. Grove also highlights the dangers reporters faced and the paper’s mission to strengthen trust, accountability, and unity through local journalism during a time of crisis.
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