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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM

The haunting reach of political violence online

Poynter A divided nation reckons with the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the consequences of social media virality  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The haunting reach of political violence onlin…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Reactions to the shooting death of Charlie Kirk

Poynter The shooting drew immediate, wall-to-wall coverage and raw on-air reactions from prominent media voices Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Reactions to the shooting death of right-wing influen…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 10, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Amy Coney Barrett's third-term presidency comments draw media scrutiny

Poynter Her stance on the 22nd Amendment has sparked headlines and criticism. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Amy Coney Barrett’s answers about a third-term presidency spark media scrutiny …
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
September 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM

Conference survival guide

Poynter Three+ tips 🙏 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hello from New Orleans, where I’m in town for my first ONA conference in five years. (I think the last time I got to come to an ONA was the last time it was in N…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
September 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM

🗓️ Training that fits your schedule, not the other way around.

Poynter Week of Sept. 8 - 14: Develop skills on your own terms with Poynter’s self-directed courses — ACES, Mental Health Reporting Project Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Strengthen your edit…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Who is CBS News' new ombudsman?

Poynter He steps into a role created to safeguard fairness, though political questions linger Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Paramount named an ombudsman to oversee CBS News. Who is he? …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM

CBS lands rare interview with Justice Barrett

Poynter Her conversation with Norah O’Donnell touched on law vs. politics, but left big questions about trust in the court unanswered Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   CBS landed a rare Supreme Court…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Vogue to switch to occasional print publishing frequency

Poynter Vogue’s new editorial lead pushes the storied magazine toward collectible print issues and a stronger digital push. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Say it ain’t so! Vogue will switch to an …
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
September 4, 2025 at 8:12 PM

Bowtie Ball tickets on sale now 🎟️

Poynter Celebrate Jane Pauley in Tampa Nov. 15. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Bowtie Ball tickets are now on sale Hi ,  We’re excited to share that tickets for the Bowtie Ball are now available to the …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Q&A: What fueled the viral Trump death hoax

Poynter A slow news cycle, health rumors and viral videos pushed a Trump hoax into mainstream feeds, showing how quickly a fringe theory can take hold Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning, …
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
September 3, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Covering women and prisons

Poynter (We have 5 $10,000 reporting grants) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (Art by Gracia Lam for Poynter) Women are being incarcerated more often than most of us realize, said my colleague, Fernanda Camar…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
September 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Is The Atlanta Journal-Constitution leaving print readers behind?

Poynter Not necessarily, says its publisher Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning, everyone. Tom Jones is off today, but the team at Poynter is keeping tabs on the latest media news and anal…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
September 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM

This fall: Connect the dots from Washington to your backyard

Poynter Week of Sept. 1 - 7: New webinars - Sept. 18: States, Trump, Democracy | Oct. 16: Tracking climate change rollbacks Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Get a primer on states' rights; trac…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution to end print newspaper

Poynter After 157 years, of print, the AJC will focus on digital growth, promising top-notch journalism and a modern user experience. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The Atlanta Journal-Constitutio…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Media voices clash after another school shooting

Poynter The Minneapolis mass shooting reignited a well-worn cycle of coverage, as media outlets debated faith versus legislation Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   After another school shooting, media…
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
August 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM

👀 press freedoms

Poynter We’re tracking them Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Last week, my colleagues at Poynter launched a project that tracks attacks on press freedom in the United States. As Poynter’s editor, Ren LaForme, writes:…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 27, 2025 at 11:30 AM

What is the most undercovered media story?

Poynter Veteran media reporter Oliver Darcy points to an implosion on the West Coast on today’s episode of ‘The Poynter Report Podcast’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   What is the most undercovered…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
August 26, 2025 at 4:06 PM

Half of US women are impacted by incarceration. What’s the value of telling their story?

Poynter Week of Aug. 25 - 29: A new initiative to tell underrepresented stories, latest releases to level up your reporting Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Enrich your coverage of women impact…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 26, 2025 at 11:30 AM

5 more journalists were killed covering Gaza

Poynter Media workers linked to AP, Reuters and Al Jazeera were among 20 killed in Gaza hospital strikes that drew a rare statement of regret from Netanyahu Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Five mor…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Live from New York, it’s a shakeup to SNL

Poynter Showrunner Lorne Michaels teased big changes to the iconic show, to be announced ‘in a week or so’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Live from New York, it’s a shakeup to ‘Saturday Night Live’…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM

ESPN goes all in on direct-to-consumer streaming

Poynter ESPN Unlimited offers all channels and new app features as the network adapts to the streaming era. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A new day for sports fans as ESPN goes all in on streamin…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM

A big name is leaving NPR — and a special announcement from Poynter

Poynter Ari Shapiro’s departure after 25 years comes as NPR faces funding cuts, though Shapiro says his exit is personal Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A big name is leaving NPR — and a special an…
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
August 20, 2025 at 12:30 PM

How to cover housing right now.

Poynter Here’s what you can offer. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Affordable housing is not a novel issue in our communities or in our coverage. But it’s a pressing one. “It’s not like unaffordable housing is a ne…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 20, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Why did CBS settle with Trump? A media mogul speaks

Poynter Shari Redstone, Paramount’s controlling shareholder, says settling with Trump was in the company’s best interest Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Why did CBS settle with Trump? Media mogul S…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
August 19, 2025 at 4:04 PM

'Completely life-changing.'

Poynter Week of Aug. 18 - 22: Time running out for an academy for diverse leaders, new fact-checking course and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Build next-level management skills; master …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM

MSNBC’s rebrand is more about independence than style

Poynter The name change to MS NOW draws a clearer line between the cable network and NBC News as the two split after 29 years Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   What’s in a name? MSNBC’s name change i…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 18, 2025 at 11:31 AM

Why did ESPN kill Spike Lee’s Colin Kaepernick docuseries?

Poynter ESPN, Lee and Kaepernick cite creative differences, but the timing raises questions about the network’s NFL ties Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Why did ESPN kill Spike Lee’s docuseries on …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Taylor Swift sends internet into meltdown with podcast debut

Poynter Her rare “New Heights” podcast appearance broke records and showed why stars are favoring long-form, friendly interviews. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Taylor Swift sends the internet int…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM

13 years after journalist Austin Tice disappeared, we’re still searching for answers

Poynter A new Post investigation offers fresh details in the unresolved case of the longest-detained American journalist Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   13 years after journalist Austin Tice disapp…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
August 13, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Poynter is charging forward — with your help

Poynter is charging forward — with your help Help us keep journalism strong. ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌  …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Ready for it? Taylor Swift could set a podcast record

Poynter Swift’s first appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s ‘New Heights’ podcast has fans and industry watchers predicting a record-breaking debut Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Ready for it? Ta…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
August 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM

What can you learn from a ProPublica powerhouse?

Poynter Week of Aug. 11 - 14: Alex Zayas talks tips; courses with upcoming deadlines Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Learn award-winning investigation strategies; tackle today's media challeng…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Trump called DC dangerous. Journalists cited data showing crime is down.

Poynter Journalists pointed to police data showing sharp drops in crime in DC and other cities the president criticized Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Trump called DC dangerous. Journalists cited …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM

An Al Jazeera journalist warned Israel was targeting him. Now he’s dead.

Poynter The Israeli military’s killing of Anas al-Sharif follows weeks of accusations that press groups and colleagues say were meant to silence him Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   An Al Jazeera jo…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Skydance and Paramount complete their merger – whither CBS News?

Poynter New chairman talks about ‘empowered’ journalists; critic assails trading principles for profit Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Skydance and Paramount complete their merger – whither CBS New…
  The International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]
August 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Veteran fact-checker Glenn Kessler says Trump made it ‘acceptable for politicians to lie with impunity’

Veteran fact-checker Glenn Kessler says Trump made it ‘acceptable for politicians to lie with impunity’ The Washington Post's departing Fact Checker reflects on how social media and new political norms have reshaped misinformation in the Trump era ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ …
  Tom Jones I Poynter · [email protected]
August 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The Gray Lady (or maybe its cooking app) is thriving

Poynter New York Times stock hits all-time high after strong quarterly earnings report Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Amid the media doom and gloom, the Gray Lady (or maybe its cooking app) is thr…
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
August 6, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Who, when and where

Poynter Tips from our free session on research Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Last week, my colleagues at Poynter and PolitiFact delivered a webinar absolutely packed with strategies and tools to help you do better…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 6, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Don’t blame AI for Jim Acosta’s big interview flop

Poynter This isn’t a story about artificial intelligence. It’s a story about news judgment and a major pitfall of going indie. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning! Tom Jones is off today, …
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
August 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Aspiring writers: Learn how to tell your own story with Poynter

Poynter Week of Aug. 4 - 8: Get skills to bring your story to life, lead with authenticity and advance health equity in your area. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK’S TL;DR:   Turn your life story into a me…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Covering Ukraine: a Q&A with NewsNation’s Robert Sherman

Poynter Amid global distractions, Sherman highlights the evolving and treacherous state of modern warfare in Ukraine, changing by the day Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Covering the war in Ukraine…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Trump’s latest moves against free speech are ‘really scary stuff’

Poynter Trump’s latest action against the Bureau of Labor Statistics is just the latest in his ongoing attack on the free flow of information Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Trump’s latest moves ag…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
August 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The Daily Beast retracts story linking Melania Trump to Epstein

Poynter The publication removed the story from its site after receiving a letter from Trump’s attorney Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The Daily Beast retracts story linking Melania Trump to Epstei…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
July 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The Post’s biggest loss yet: Sally Jenkins departs

Poynter Jenkins isn’t just a sportswriter. She’s one of the most fearless and eloquent voices in journalism, making her exit a major blow to the Post Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The Washington …
  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]
July 30, 2025 at 12:30 PM

How do you research?

Poynter I have a whole process 🫠 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Image by Kristen Hare As I started working on my book about old Florida hotels, I realized pretty quickly that I was going to need two importan…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
July 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Christine Brennan on Caitlin Clark and the WNBA’s miss

Poynter In the latest ‘Poynter Report Podcast,’ the sportswriter discusses how the league struggled to capitalize on Clark’s game-changing arrival Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   She wrote the book…
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
July 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Save the date: Bowtie Ball honors Jane Pauley and Poynter’s 50th

Poynter Be first in line for a seat at Poynter’s annual gala. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hi ,  Mark your calendars: The Bowtie Ball returns Nov. 15 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of …
  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]
July 29, 2025 at 4:15 PM

What it means to bring your voice to your writing

Poynter Poynter’s new launches: Learn to pitch editors, research arguments and maximize your digital presence. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK’S TL;DR:   Turn your perspective into powerful writing; chron…
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
July 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The Epstein story won't go away. The latest twist: It's driving Trump up the wall.

Poynter A press corps chasing every angle, Democrats seizing on new narratives and a right-wing base demanding answers have fueled Trump’s Epstein storm Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The Epstein …
  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]
July 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Trump cowed Paramount. Now he’s targeting ABC and NBC.

Poynter Paramount's $16M settlement seems to have emboldened him, and now he’s turning his attention to NBC and ABC with more threats of retaliation Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Trump cowed Para…