Barbara Allen · [email protected]

October 31, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Journalism podcasts to keep students interested and inspired

Poynter Poynter’s own WriteLane is one of many must-listen podcasts about story and craft Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Lane DeGregory (left) and Maria Carrillo are the journalists behind WriteLane. (Photos co…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Poynter Power Rankings: Who influenced the media this week?

Poynter The Post, The Times, The Journal and something called ‘Meta.’ Here are the people, places and things that had a big impact on the media this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Power Rankings: W…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 10:00 AM

The number of parents who refuse to vaccinate children grows

Poynter Plus, almost four in 10 adults are confused about boosters, college enrollment may have dropped by a half-million students, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The number of parents who refuse to have…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 11:31 AM

The Big Lie might be bigger than we think

Poynter In a recent poll, 60% of Republicans said the 2020 presidential election results should definitely or probably be overturned. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The Big Lie might be bigger than we think …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Cigarette sales rose for the first time in 20 years

Poynter Plus, why Biden may delay mandatory vaccines, a possible fourth shot for immunocompromised people, NYPD may send many workers home, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   During the pandemic, cigarette s…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 12:30 PM

I have news 👀

Poynter (It’s professional AND personal) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A few years ago, I became the local news beat reporter.  I wanted to cover the transformation of a struggling industry, see how leg…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 11:30 AM

The most damning Facebook story yet

Poynter A Washington Post story details how Facebook programmed its algorithm to surface content that angered users. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The most damning Facebook story yet (AP Photo/Paul Sak…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 10:00 AM

You're likely to pay full price this holiday retail season

Poynter Plus, your Thanksgiving meal will cost more this year, why it seems everyone is getting a pay raise, volunteer fire departments need help, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Bargain bust: You are lik…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 1:31 PM

Chart your unique, winding career path

Poynter Applications open for Poynter's Leadership Academy for Women in Media.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Fresh. Fulfilling. Fierce.  Those are just some of the words used to describe our most recent Leadersh…

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  Alex Sujong Laughlin, The Cohort · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 12:30 PM

In Your Words: Your advice for early-career journalists

Poynter Every other issue of The Cohort newsletter will include your responses, resources, and a highlight of a stellar job seeker  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. When I started the reporting process for my first column, I t…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 11:30 AM

The Facebook Papers — where do you even start?

Poynter At least 17 news outlets are producing stories about leaked internal documents from Facebook at a dizzying clip. There’s just so much. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The Facebook Papers — where do you ev…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 10:00 AM

In two weeks, vaccinated international visitors are welcome back to the US

Poynter Plus, the confusing story of the NIH and a Wuhan lab, poll workers aren't returning due to rudeness, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   In two weeks, vaccinated international visitors are welcome bac…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 8:00 PM

Applications now open for our women’s leadership academy 📣

Poynter We’re planning in-person academies in 2022. Come visit us in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida!   Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter's 2022 Leadership Academies for Women in Media  May 15-20 | Sept…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Here come The Facebook Papers

Poynter Damning internal documents about the damage done by Facebook are now in the hands of at least 17 major news outlets.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Here come The Facebook Papers Facebook whistl…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Pregnant women transfer fewer antibodies to male fetuses

Poynter Plus, a look at COVID internationally, FDA to consider vaccines for younger children this week, what 'fully vaccinated' means now, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Pregnant women transfer fewer ant…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

October 24, 2021 at 12:00 PM

How to stoke passionate debates about freedom of expression

Poynter These free tools will help you facilitate classroom debates on free speech and the First Amendment Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Washington State players kneel during the national anthem before a game.…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Poynter Power Rankings: Who influenced the media this week?

Poynter Donald Trump, cable news anchors and more. Here are the people, places and things that had a big impact on the media this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Power Rankings: Who influenced the m…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Leos are the most vaccinated

Poynter Plus, the new variant showing up in Russia and UK, why COVID-19 vaccines don’t last a lifetime, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   People born under the zodiac sign of Leo are most vaccinated …

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  Neil Brown, President of The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Celebrate the best of journalism with us

Poynter Be our guest Nov. 10.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Hi , Let’s celebrate journalism and its undeniable value to our democracy. Journalism is vital to our everyday lives. From vaccine rollouts to Delta variants, soc…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 11:30 AM

What will we call Facebook next? And will it change anything?

Poynter After relentless controversy and criticism, Facebook desperately needs a rebrand. But a name change doesn’t change everything. Or, really, anything. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What will we call Faceb…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 10:00 AM

FDA approves mixing vaccine brands for boosters

Poynter Plus, vaccines for 5- to 11-year-olds are weeks away, winter 2021 propane prices may be ‘headed for Armageddon,’ and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   FDA approves mixing vaccine brands for boosters …

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 12:29 PM

Links, links, links, links!

Poynter Opportunities, a local news reading list and more  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Image via Shutterstock Last week, I had a bunch of links to share, and I lost them all. I’m guessing I got…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Katie Couric speaks out about Matt Lauer, RBG controversy

Poynter Couric’s upcoming memoir — due out next week — has already generated a ton of news. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Katie Couric speaks out about Matt Lauer, RBG controversy Katie Couric in Janua…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 9:59 AM

Germany may end its ‘pandemic emergency’ Nov. 25

Poynter Is it an encouraging sign or too eager? Plus, when the CDC says Americans can safely remove masks, a possible warning from the UK, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Encouraging sign or too eager? Ge…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 12:00 AM

Toast the First Amendment with Lesley Stahl

Poynter Your support helps Poynter find the truth behind subjects that matter to you. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Here’s the truth. You are a big reason Poynter’s cutting-edge initiatives set the standards for t…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Prep for misinformation and the midterms

Poynter A spotlight on our most popular newsletter, webinars on redistricting and covering LGBTQ+ communities, and leadership programs galore 📆 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   It's hard to believe we’re just a few m…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Covering Colin Powell’s death — and controversy generated by one Fox News personality

Poynter Fox News’ John Roberts irresponsibly tweeted that Powell’s death ‘raises new concerns’ about the vaccines’ effectiveness.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Covering Colin Powell’s death — and controversy g…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Colin Powell’s death shows the importance of vaccination

Poynter Plus, health care and political divisions are the top issues on the minds of teens, COVID-19 rises to No. 2 cause of death among US adults, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Colin Powell’s death sho…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 18, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Threats, harassment and trolling — the scary part of being a journalist

Poynter CNN’s Brian Stelter was recently, like a lot of journalists, including me, the subject of threats from people who didn’t agree with his reporting. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Threats, harassment and t…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 18, 2021 at 9:59 AM

Should the Johnson & Johnson vaccine have always been two doses?

Poynter Plus, labor shortages give unions and workers leverage, foreclosures are rising but still below pre-pandemic levels, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Should the Johnson & Johnson vaccine have a…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

October 17, 2021 at 12:29 PM

Student journalism opportunities abound — if you know where to 👀

Poynter Here’s hoping this short list provides a spark of inspiration for you and your students  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Shutterstock I’m into looking for signs from the universe. A monarch butterfly…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 11:29 AM

Poynter Power Rankings: Who influenced the media this week?

Poynter Kristof, Coppins, Facebook and more. Here are the people, places and things that had a big impact on the media this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Here are my Poynter Power Rankings: a look at thos…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 10:00 AM

The federal eviction moratorium ends today

Poynter Plus, FDA recommends Moderna booster for seniors but rejects boosters for everyone, half of Chicago’s cops could be put on leave today, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The federal eviction morator…

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 1:00 PM

IFCN signatory awarded Nobel Peace Prize

Poynter Plus, Global Fact starts Oct. 20, climate misinformation grants are due Oct. 31, and we're hiring for three open positions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. It's been a few weeks since we last popped into yo…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 11:30 AM

ESPN’s Adam Schefter crosses a journalistic line

Poynter To share an unpublished story with a source before it runs — and to solicit suggestions on that story — is way over the line.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   ESPN’s Adam Schefter crosses a journalistic l…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 9:59 AM

Archbishop says Catholic troops can use religious vaccine exemption

Poynter Plus, new federal vaccine mandates could go into effect next week, the FDA isn't impressed with J&J's booster application, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   US military archbishop says Catholic …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 2:47 PM

The Jon Gruden story continues to have fallout

Poynter This story will continue. Don’t forget, his emails were discovered because the NFL is looking into the work environment in Washington.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The Jon Gruden story continues to ha…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 12:29 PM

How’s your pandemic going?

Poynter A new survey looks at a rough period at small local papers  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (Screenshot, Life at Local Newspapers in a Turbulent Era) Four years ago, a survey of small newsp…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM

FDA takes no stance on Moderna’s COVID-19 booster

Poynter Plus, J&J makes a stronger case for its booster, CDC to hear evidence on mixing vaccines, Canada and US differ on vaccine mixing, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Another shot standoff: FDA tak…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 3:30 PM

Redistricting is happening now. Are you covering it?

Poynter Our new webinar can help you follow what's going on in your state. Also, meet our next women's leadership academy cohort! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   We announced the third and final cohort for Poynter’s…

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  Alex Sujong Laughlin · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 12:29 PM

The next generation in journalism is demanding more

Poynter From “grateful to be here” to “no thanks”   Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. (Chipolla/Shutterstock) It’s just his senior year at Cal Poly, but Omar Rashad has already burnt out twice. The most recent time was e…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Rolling Stone is getting tough and calling out a superstar

Poynter The magazine just dropped a major story, taking on rock legend Eric Clapton and his ‘vaccine nonsense.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Rolling Stone is getting tough and calling out a superstar …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Southwest pilots fight COVID-19 vaccinations

Poynter Plus, an answer to COVID toe, the 120,630 US COVID orphans, the seasonal flu map isn't looking so good, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Southwest pilots fight COVID-19 vaccinations Unclai…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Noted media critic goes off on conservative media about anti-vax messaging

Poynter Retired Baltimore Sun media critic David Zurawik said ‘there is no forgiveness’ for Fox News and others. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   ‘How do you live with yourself?’ — a noted media critic goes off on…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

October 10, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Strategies for helping your burned-out, stressed and traumatized students

Poynter Student media organizations today require more thought, work and hours than ever before. How can professionals help? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Michigan Daily editor-in-chief Claire Hao in the newsr…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 8, 2021 at 11:29 AM

Poynter Power Rankings — who influenced the media this week?

Poynter Here are the people, places and things that had a big impact on the media this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Power Rankings — who influenced the media this week? Good morning. I close out …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 7, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Is AT&T backing One America News?

Poynter Reuters reports that AT&T pitched the idea for the conservative network and provided ‘tens of millions of dollars in revenue.’ AT&T is pushing back. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Is AT&T bac…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

October 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Surprise! You may owe the IRS money because of a ‘math error’

Poynter Plus, the government will forgive a half-million student loans, what to know about the No Surprises Act, big money behind false cures, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Surprise! You may owe the IRS…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

October 6, 2021 at 12:29 PM

This message is AI generated

Poynter Kidding! But this newsletter is about AI.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Image via Shutterstock A lot of us have a visceral reaction when the use of artificial intelligence in journalism …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 6, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Stephanie Grisham’s comments about Fox News are embarrassing — for Fox News

Poynter The former Trump press secretary said she liked being on Fox News because she knew the network would help push the Trump agenda. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Stephanie Grisham’s comments about Fox News…

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