Podcast Episode Title:
"Journalism, Democracy, and Civility"
Show Description:
In this compelling episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with David Plazas, Opinion and Engagement Director for the USA Today Network in Tennessee. Dive into a candid discussion about the challenges of modern journalism, the importance of civic engagement, and navigating today's complex political landscape. Plazas shares insights on building trust in media, addressing constitutional concerns, and maintaining hope in divisive times.
Highlights:
The principles behind editorial selection and amplifying diverse voices
Strategies for rebuilding trust in journalism
Personal experiences as a first-generation American and LGBTQ journalist
The impact of AI and social media on news reporting
Maintaining mental health while covering challenging political topics
A must-listen for anyone interested in media, democracy, and finding common ground in challenging times.
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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYyouBOlnFiCohiU_4jz5XgknE69y_PrP
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About Blue Lift and Peggy Kingsbury:
Peggy grew up in GA and attended the University of Georgia. With an undergraduate and a masters degree in Criminal Justice Peggy is keenly interested in how politics and public safety intersect. Peggy is also an entrepreneur, small business owner, and lover of the outdoors. Peggy became focused on politics in Tennessee when the supermajority legislature began making headlines for silencing voices, enacting laws targeting underrepresented people and refusing to listen to their constituents.
Join Peggy for BlueLift as she interviews influencers and candidates in Tennessee politics with a focus on Williamson County and middle Tennessee.
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Find out more and follow along at www.blueliftpodcast.com
Produced by Jim McCarthy and ItsYourShow.co
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