Conversations Live: Media & Democracy


Aired Thursday, October 16, 2025

In the current media landscape, the role of trustworthy news sources may be more vital than ever. We talk with experts about the current state of public media, the outlook for news outlets and the challenges journalists across the country are facing.

Host

Anne DanahyAnne Danahy
Reporter, WPSU

Guests

Isabel ReinertIsabel Reinart
General Manager, WPSU
Matt JordanMatthew Jordan Ph.D.
Head, Department of Film Production & Media Studies
Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications
Christopher BeemChristopher Beem Ph.D.
Managing Director, McCourtney Institute for Democracy
Research Professor of Political Science

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