115. Gloves Off Leadership Needed with Tara McGowan

About this episode

Stephanie Gerber Wilson and Tara McGowan discuss the challenges of independent media and the need for new leadership in journalism.

In this conversation, Stephanie Gerber Wilson and Tara McGowan discuss the current landscape of independent media, the challenges faced by legacy media, and the importance of grassroots support for journalism. They explore the role of local journalism, the significance of political engagement, and the need for new leadership in times of crisis. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community, the impact of voter suppression, and the necessity of a long-term vision for change in the political landscape.

People in this episode

Host: Stephanie Gerber Wilson

Guest: Tara McGowan

Topics covered

• independent media
• legacy media challenges
• grassroots support
• local journalism
• political engagement
• voter suppression
• leadership in crisis

Keywords

• independent media
• legacy media
• grassroots support
• local journalism
• political engagement
• voter suppression
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: independent media, legacy media, local journalism, political engagement, voter suppression

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