Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 5, 2024 at 12:30 PM

The story behind the Poynter Journalism Prizes

Poynter Poynter president Neil Brown makes the case for contests, great storytelling and writing short Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning, everyone. Tom Jones is on vacation, but the team…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 2, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Q&A: Did the media business implode in January?

Poynter If 2023 felt tumultuous, 2024 seems to have gone completely off the rails. Poynter’s media business experts dig into the causes — and effects. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Q&A: Did t…

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

February 1, 2024 at 12:57 PM

The hardest fact-checking: coups and wars

Poynter West Africa and Gaza Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. This month we look at the work of fact-checkers in tough conditions; a defense of the fact-checking community and its growth; a call for fact-checkers …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 1, 2024 at 12:30 PM

‘A moment for the ages’ from Mark Zuckerberg

Poynter The founder of Facebook and the leader of Meta apologized to the families of victims who had suffered abuse on Meta’s apps Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   ‘A moment for the ages’ as Mark Zu…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

January 31, 2024 at 1:34 PM

Contests? Some national journalists want to help.

Poynter (With entry $$$!) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Joseph Pulitzer, the late publisher of the New York World and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, left $2,500,000 for the founding of the Pulitzer School of Jou…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 31, 2024 at 12:30 PM

A Boston Globe columnist crossed journalistic lines. Should the Globe still have run his story?

Poynter While reporting on a woman who sought assisted suicide, Kevin Cullen got personally involved, putting the Globe in an ethical dilemma. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A Boston Globe columni…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

January 30, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Get help covering a tough topic: political extremism

Poynter Sign up now for Beat Academy to get access to expenses-paid reporting trips and grant reporting opportunities Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Get smart help covering a tough topic American political extremi…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 30, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Breaking down the complicated Sports Illustrated dispute

Poynter Changing owners, staff cuts, decreased print editions and threats of mass layoffs have left the iconic sports publication very much in jeopardy. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Breaking dow…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 29, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Taylor Swift is headed to the Super Bowl

Poynter CBS must be absolutely thrilled to broadcast what could be the most-viewed US-based telecast of all time Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Get ready, America: Taylor Swift is headed to the Su…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 2:19 PM

How to help

Poynter It’s been (another) tough week Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screenshot, Community Aid Network by Kati Kokal I don’t know about other media reporters, but I’ve never gotten used to covering/watchin…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Jon Stewart returns to ‘The Daily Show’

Poynter He’ll only be back on Mondays. And for a limited time. But fans of the show couldn’t be happier. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Just a quick note before we get started today: There will no…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 24, 2024 at 12:29 PM

Layoffs hit the Los Angeles Times, Time and NatGeo

Poynter It was a bleak day for the media industry. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   For today’s lead item, I turn it over to Poynter media business reporter Angela Fu. Layoffs hit the Los Angeles Ti…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 2:56 PM

Is your newsroom ready to transform its crime coverage?

Poynter If so, apply for our Transforming Crime Coverage course to help you manage the change. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   'A program like this can really help you' If you've been contemplating how your newsroo…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 12:30 PM

The latest drama from the Los Angeles Times

Poynter Three top editors have now left the paper as a planned layoff of perhaps as many as 100 journalists looms. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The latest drama from the Los Angeles Times …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 22, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Media coverage of DeSantis dropping out

Poynter You knew something was up Saturday evening when he canceled his interviews on the Sunday shows. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   And then there were 2 — media coverage of Ron DeSantis droppin…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 19, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Los Angeles Times announces layoffs; union calls for walkout

Poynter The Times reportedly plans to cut ‘at least 100 journalists, or about 20% of the newsroom,’ due to financial challenges. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Los Angeles Times union calls for wa…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 18, 2024 at 12:30 PM

CNN sets its sights on a world outside of TV

Poynter New CNN CEO Mark Thompson outlined a vision for the cable network to step into the future — to save its future. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   CNN sets its sights on a world outside of TV …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Real, affordable rewards for your staff — or yourself

Poynter Invest in your journalists or yourself with these low-cost Poynter opportunities. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Smart ideas for your limited training budget Tight newsroom budgets can make it challenging …

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 1:49 PM

What’s your beat this year?

Poynter Some resources to help you do your job Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (The “sharpen anything” man, in a 2004 story in the St. Joseph (Missouri) News-Press, via newspapers.com) If you’ve ever worked a…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Why were the Iowa caucuses called so early?

Poynter News outlets named a winner just as voting got started. Some were upset, but Iowa’s caucuses don’t work like traditional elections. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Why were the Iowa caucuse…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 16, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Ron DeSantis criticizes conservative media

Poynter DeSantis, down in the polls, lashed out at conservative news outlets for not holding GOP frontrunner Donald Trump to account. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Ron DeSantis’ heel turn now cri…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 12, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Another scandal rocks ESPN’s lousy month

Poynter First, Aaron Rodgers. Then a Stephen A. Smith tirade. Now Sports Emmy entries with fake names? 2024 hasn’t been kind to the network. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A quick note: in observa…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 11, 2024 at 12:30 PM

After leadership news, the Times they are a-changin’

Poynter The Los Angeles Times' departing editor and owner were clearly not on the same page. The Times now seeks a ‘new generation of leadership.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   After leadership n…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

January 10, 2024 at 1:49 PM

Burned out already?

Poynter What if it’s something else?! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (Shutterstock) Hi and happy 2024! This is a quick edition as I wade through my inbox and launch something I’ve been working on for awhile…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 10, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Major surprise shakeup at the Los Angeles Times

Poynter Kevin Merida announced he would step down as executive editor after only two and a half years. It would appear his tenure did not go as expected. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Major surpr…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

January 9, 2024 at 3:37 PM

Ditch work/life balance. Here's a better formula.

Poynter Enroll in our Work-Life Chemistry newsletter series and escape the myth of balance. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   How to actually be good to yourself in the new year This time of year, your inbox and soci…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 9, 2024 at 12:30 PM

A billionaire, plagiarism and a media controversy

Poynter Business Insider broke a newsworthy story about academic plagiarism. Following complaints from a billionaire, its parent company says it will review. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A billi…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

January 8, 2024 at 12:29 PM

Pat McAfee, unsurprisingly, is in controversy at ESPN

Poynter You knew it was only a matter of time. But who knew it would lead to allegations of sabotage? And a network desperately trying not to rock the boat? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Pat McAf…

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  Deborah Read, The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 27, 2023 at 10:59 AM

Help champion Poynter's mission in 2024

Poynter Poynter shares your values — and values your support Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear , As 2023 draws to a close, please accept my sincere gratitude for your continuing commitment to the Poynter …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 21, 2023 at 12:30 PM

The 2023 year in media

Poynter Our Media Person of the Year: WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich, who represents those willing to dedicate their lives to shining a light on the truth. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A look bac…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 7:29 PM

What to expect from 2024?

Poynter Our experts share thoughts (and hopes) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hi and welcome to the final edition of Local Edition for 2023. Last week, I shared the perspectives of five local news experts on the go…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Washington Post reaches buyout goal to avert layoffs

Poynter The bad news: The Post will enter the new year with fewer employees — perhaps a couple of hundred. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Washington Post reaches buyout goals to, for now, avert la…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 19, 2023 at 5:11 PM

Smart, critical help — right when and where you need it.

Poynter Beat Academy is back for 2024 with new topics, experts, journalists, data and story ideas. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The Beat (Academy) goes on Journalists require background, resources, ex…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 19, 2023 at 12:32 PM

Some NYT staffers are worried about union advocacy

Poynter Dozens of staffers — including Megan Twohey and Julian Barnes — have reportedly formed a group to take a stance on journalistic independence. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Some NYT staffe…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 18, 2023 at 12:29 PM

It’s the end of an era for sports journalism

Poynter After 29 superb seasons, HBO’s ‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ will run its final episode this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   It’s the end of an era for sports journalism …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 15, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Mother Jones and Center for Investigative Reporting merge

Poynter The merger will combine Mother Jones’ 50,000 donors and CIR’s support from foundations. The newsroom will include 73 journalists. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Mother Jones and the Center…

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 1:35 PM

Fact-checking the Israel-Hamas war

Poynter False narratives follow familiar trends Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. This is a double-sized installment of Factually to cover November and December … so let’s get to it! Misinformation about the Is…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Paul Ryan continues to blast Trump

Poynter Still, the former House speaker is on the board of Fox News’ parent company, and the network continues to shill for Trump. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning. For today’s Poynter …

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

December 13, 2023 at 1:49 PM

The 👍 & 👎 in local news this year

Poynter $$$, layoffs, righting wrongs Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   2023 was a rough year in local news. But good, important and needle-moving things have also happened. For our second-to-last newsletter of the ye…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 13, 2023 at 12:30 PM

The New York Times adds a first-of-its-kind editor

Poynter Few topics have raised more questions in journalism this year than AI. With its latest hire, the Times seems poised to find answers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The New York Times adds …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 12, 2023 at 2:31 PM

Now here's some aptly named training

Poynter Lead with Influence teaches you to leverage your strengths when you lack direct reports. That and other training opportunities inside! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The key to leading with influenc…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 12, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Heeeeere’s Tucker! Carlson starts his own network

Poynter Will his old Fox News viewers be willing to shell out nine bucks a month for a variety of Tucker Carlson productions? We’ll see. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Heeeeere’s Tucker! Carlson s…

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  Neil Brown, The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 12, 2023 at 10:59 AM

Join me in supporting journalism and its vital role in democracy

Poynter I am grateful to you for partnering with us in this journey. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear , As the president of the Poynter Institute since 2017, and previously as editor and vice president o…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 11, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Elon Musk and X welcome back Alex Jones

Poynter Jones was banned in 2018, well before Musk bought the social media site, for promoting hate speech and antisemitic conspiracy theories. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Elon Musk and X welco…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 8, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Media industry cuts top 20,000 in 2023

Poynter The news sector alone has lost 2,681 jobs so far in 2023 — more than it did in all of 2022 or 2021. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Media industry cuts top 20,000 in 2023, report finds …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 7, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Poynter’s impact spans far and wide. Check it out!

Poynter You have helped amplify our reach. Thank you. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter = Impact! ,  It’s been a year of impactful teaching, fact-checking and thought leadership for Poynter. If you are read…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 7, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Taylor Swift shows Time magazine’s person of the year still matters

Poynter It’s generally one of the most talked about media stories of any given year. And it got Swift to do her first in-depth interview in 4 years. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Taylor Swift sho…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

December 6, 2023 at 1:44 PM

Let’s keep pressing forward

Poynter A few updates and answers about the $500 million effort to help local newsrooms Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (Shutterstock) Last week, I wrote a primer on the basics of Press Forward, the initiati…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 6, 2023 at 12:30 PM

It’s a big night for NewsNation

Poynter The relatively new TV network is hosting the fourth Republican presidential debate. It has a chance to get in front of more eyes than ever before. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   It’s a big…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

December 5, 2023 at 2:34 PM

Certifying the editor inside all of us

Poynter How you can advance your career with an industry-leading editing certification, plus other training opportunities. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Editing an editing program for editors? Challenge ac…

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