Npc Update-1

Iraq war veteran and author Matt Gallagher has traveled to Ukraine as both a military trainer and as a journalist. That background provides a unique perspective to his reporting. In this edition of Update-1, Gallagher talks with Tom Young of the NPC's Broadcast Podcast Committee about the war in Ukraine and some of the volunteer soldiers he met there.

Is it possible that journalists can be the targets of police raids because they do their jobs too well? That's one of the questions some freedom of the press advocates are asking after an FBI raid in May on the newsroom home of journalist Tim Burke. The FBI raided Burke’s home after he obtained outtakes of Tucker Carlson’s interview with Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) in which Ye made antisemitic and other offensive remarks. The raid prompted more than 50 organizations, including the National Press Club and the National Press Club Journalism Institute, to sign a letter that has been sent to the Department of Justice demanding answers about why the government believes Burke's newsgathering broke the law.  In this episode of Update-1, Caitlin Vogus, the deputy advocacy director for the Freedom of the Press Foundation, talks with Broadcast Podcast Committee co-chair Mike Hempen about the details of this case. Since this podcast was recorded, Burke has appealed the decision of the trial court d

The paramount role of the press in presidential elections is to inform the public about the issues and their voting options, and to act as a watchdog over government officials and candidates for public office. When one candidate for a major political party’s nomination is an incumbent president, do the other candidates in the race fade into the background of press coverage? What happens when a challenger comes from outside the political establishment? One 2024 presidential candidate has been vocal about the lack of mainstream news coverage her campaign has received, and we invited her on to Update-1 to talk about it. Marianne Williamson joins National Press Club Broadcast Podcast member Shannon Fisher to discuss the specific responsibilities of the news media in covering the Democratic Primary race, how Williamson’s candidacy has been handled in the press, and what she thinks needs to change moving forward in terms of how presidential candidates are treated by the media.

Sean Carberry has covered conflict in more than 20 countries, including Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Pakistan, the DRC and Colombia. But it’s his time in NPR’s Kabul, Afghanistan bureau that takes center stage in the new book, Passport Stamps: Searching the World for a War to Call Home. In this episode of Update-1, NPC Broadcast/Podcast Team Co-Chair Adam Konowe asks Carberry what drew him from the comfort of WBUR’s studios in Boston to many of the world’s hottest war zones. Related topics include journalistis competition and camaraderie, working with local fixers, the shock of returning home, mainstream versus trade media, challenges associated with PTSD, plus a commitment to organizations that promote mental and physical health.

In August of 2014, James Foley, a young videographer and journalist with GlobalPost, was killed by ISIS. Foley was covering the conflict in Syria and held hostage for two years before he was beheaded by the terrorist group who brutally showed his murder on video. Shortly after their son’s death, as a tribute to him, Diane and John Foley started the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, to “advocate for the freedom of all Americans held hostage” and wrongfully detained.   Gemma Puglisi, a member of the National Press Club’s Broadcast Podcast Committee, interviews Diane Foley and the work of the foundation as the ninth anniversary of her son’s death approaches. They also discuss Americans still being held hostage overseas including Austin Tice, Wall Street Journal's Evan Gershkovich, as well as others in Iran.

The war in Ukraine has been a major global event for the past 18 months, with far-reaching implications for the future of Europe and the world. But how do non-Western countries see the conflict? In this edition of Update-1, Broadcast Podcast Committee co-chair Mike Hempen talks to National Press Club member Flavius Mihaies, an investigative journalist and food security consultant, about the war and its impact on non-Western nations. They discuss how non-Western countries have been responding to the war, why they’ve taken a more cautious approach to economic and financial sanctions against Russia, and potential long-term effects of the war around the world.

Rev. Russ Ford witnessed 28 executions during his time as chaplain for Virginia's death row. The experience challenged his own faith--but also demonstrated the potential for spiritual growth among the most hardened criminals. Ford's new book, "Crossing The River Styx: The Memoir of a Death Row Chaplain," is a moving work of reportage. Ford and co-author Dr. Todd Peppers discuss the book with Broadcast Podcast Committee member Tom Young in the latest edition of Update-1. This podcast contains graphic descriptions of electrocution and other aspects of prison life. Listener discretion is advised.

Industry analysts often serve multiple roles, providing unique insight to institutional investors, as well as journalists in business and trade media. In this edition of Update-1, NPC Broadcast/Podcast Team co-chair Adam Konowe speaks with Sash Tusa of Agency Partners LLC, a London-based firm that provides independent equity research. The interview, recorded on location at the biennial Paris Air Show, also captures trend-related civil and military news from the week-long event, the aviation’s largest industry-focused gathering.

On the eve of the biennial Paris Air Show, the first one in four years due to the pandemic, Peter Bradfield held the 11th annual Aerospace Media Dinner and Awards to recognize excellence in journalism across the industry. The June 18 event attracted approximately 200 attendees to celebrate the winners of 22 categories, including new ones for best space submission and best advanced air mobility submission. In this edition of Update-1, NPC Broadcast/Podcast Team Co-chair Adam Konowe interviews event organizer Peter Bradfield about honored journalists, corporate sponsors and an all-new event planned for 2024 in Germany.

In this edition of Update-1, National Press Club Broadcast Podcast team member Lincoln Smith talks to Dr. Jonathan Ward about Ward's latest book, "The Decisive Decade: American Grand Strategy for Triumph Over China." The book is a call to action for the U.S. in terms of its economic, diplomatic and military actions and ideas. Dr. Ward discusses the role of the free press and media in this modern day contest.  Dr. Ward has advised the U.S. Department of Defense, and has led American companies in the technology, manufacturing and finance sectors. Through his company Atlas Organization, Dr. Ward helps Fortune 500 Companies understand the U.S.-China global competition.

Pete Muntean was born into aviation but a tragic airshow accident that took his mother’s life forced him to consider his future as a pilot and journalist. In this edition of Update-1, Muntean speaks with NPC Broadcast/Podcast co-vice chair and aviation industry communicator Adam Konowe about that fateful day and the coverage that followed. Muntean also addresses his approach to journalism as a certified flight instructor, challenges associated with covering aviation and other transportation modes, the value of aviation trade media, as well as working with communicators and sources.

Sue Dorfman is a photojournalist who has traveled more than 45,000 miles visiting polling sites and watching activities that promote voting. In this edition of Update-1, she talks with Broadcast Podcast member Debra Silimeo about how attending a "Don't Vote" rally in South Africa convinced her of the importance of people exercising their right to vote. She discusses driving to more than two dozen states to document the 2020 presidential election, saying "What could possibly happen in a normal election cycle?" Her takeaway from that unusual election is that democracy works. Dorfman says she's committed to social justice, which is why she is interested in whether Americans are using or abusing the right to vote.

After more than 15 years of distinguished service to the National Press Club, Bill McCarren has announced his upcoming retirement. On this edition of Update-1, McCarren speaks with Broadcast/Podcast Team Co-vice Chair Adam Konowe about what drew him to the club, what he found when first hired as general manager, the business transformation that followed, the challenges of integrating broadcast and digital media into the club’s membership and operations, as well as the challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic closures and threats to press freedom.

Eileen O’Reilly, managing editor of standards and training at Axios, recently began her one-year term as the 116th president of the National Press Club. In this episode of Update-1, O’Reilly speaks with Broadcast/Podcast Team Co-Vice Chair Adam Konowe about her priorities in office. Not surprisingly, press freedom and media literacy top the agenda, but so do in-person events to help journalists and communicators derive maximum benefit from their membership. O’Reilly also discussed the importance of demystifying and humanizing journalism to help stem a slide in trust not just here in the United States, but in other democratic countries around the world.

How can reporters do a better job covering Congress? What do advocates need to consider to communicate effectively with members of Congress? With the 118th Congress underway, the Congressional Management Foundation is working with members to improve their operations and make Congress more effective. On this edition of Update-1, CMF President Brad Fitch talks with Broadcast Podcast team member Debra Silimeo about what he has learned about the newest lawmakers, tips for reporters covering Congress, and how advocates and communicators can open doors on Capitol Hill.

Military Veterans in Journalism is a professional association that works to get more veterans into newsrooms. According to Census data, about seven percent of Americans have served in the Armed Forces, but only two percent of media workers have military experience. The group has recently launched an initiative to fight the disinformation aimed at military members and veterans by extremist groups. MVJ founder Zack Baddorf discusses these issues on the latest episode of Update-1.

Longtime talk show host Maury Povich says these days a niche audience is needed to have a successful daytime television show. Povich, whose syndicated show Maury ended a record 31-year run in the fall, also discusses the advice he offers young journalists trying to launch a TV news career in the latest Update-1 podcast. In the second of a two-part interview with Broadcast Podcast member Gemma Puglisi, Povich explains the pressure he felt to succeed during his years as a talk show host and why playing golf became so important to him. 

The 2021-22 television season marked the end of an era. The daytime syndicated talk show Maury wrapped up its record 31-year run, ending the 60-year TV career of host Maury Povich. In this edition of Update-1, Broadcast Podcast member Gemma Puglisi talks to Povich about his career, which began in Washington and included stops in Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and New York. They discuss his early days as a news reporter, how he became the longest serving daytime talk show host in television history, and his future plans, including his desire to get involved in print journalism.

A three-year study published by the International Center for Journalists shows online violence against women journalists has reached an all-time high. In this edition of Update-1, ICFJ Research Director Julie Posetti talks with Broadcast Podcast team member Irv Chapman about the study, which documents alarming trends. Dr. Posetti describes the internet as a "sea of toxicity" for women journalists, who she says are now exposed to more online violence with worse impacts. Dr. Posetti discusses the study's findings, including 20 percent of women responding to a survey saying they experienced offline abuse, harassment or attacks that they attribute to online violence.

American Legion Post 20 at the National Press Club was chartered more than a century ago, and a new commander took the reins this year. In this edition of Update-1, NPC Broadcast Podcast team member Shannon Fisher talks to the new Commander of American Legion Post 20, Tom Young. Young is a decorated Air National Guard veteran flight engineer who carries his military experience throughout all aspects of his life. They discuss the history of the veterans’ organization and the services the American Legion provides to veterans and communities at large.