Update-1 Podcast
Past Episodes
Photojournalist Recalls Her Experience At U.S. Capitol During Deadly Attack
January 14, 2021
The January 6 deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol endangered not only lawmakers but also journalists who were on duty for what turned out to be a direct attack on a hallowed democratic institution. In the first of a two-part series featuring journalists who were on the scene, NPC Broadcast Podcast…
Read MoreRadio Making A Difference In Developing Countries
December 16, 2020
Despite huge advances in communications technology, radio remains one of the most effective media--especially in developing countries. Radio can help farmers with better growing practices, encourage the use of clean water, and promote free elections. A nonprofit organization called Developing Radio…
Read MoreHighlighting the NAB's Efforts to Increase Diversity In Broadcasting
December 6, 2020
Earlier this year the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation launched the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resource Center, a website dedicated to helping media companies and industry professionals create and sustain a diverse and inclusive workplace. Diversity, equity and…
Read MoreReport for America Helps Local Newsrooms Fill Gaps
November 19, 2020
Local news across the U.S. continues to struggle as the pandemic adds to the financial losses that newspapers, radio stations and other media have suffered for years. With declining revenue from advertising and subscriptions, news outlets have resorted to cutting deeply into the personnel in their…
Read MoreElection 2020 through the lens of a political analyst, historian and communicator
November 8, 2020
Every election cycle is rich in political communication with numerous lessons not just for ordinary voters, but also journalists and communicators. In this edition of Update-1, recorded while the final votes were still being tallied, NPC Broadcast/Podcast co-vice chair Adam Konowe speaks with…
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