About this episode

The episode discusses NPR's response to funding cuts and their commitment to independent journalism.

It was yet another strike against independent journalism. $1.1 billion in funding pulled back by the Republican administration. We learn how NPR (National Public Radio) responded in classic NPR style. They stood up for the public's right to ask hard questions. I talk with NPR's CMO, Mishka Pitter-Armand and Mischief's EVP Strategy, Ed Gunn. Our next live show is Sept 10th at GSD&M in Austin.

People in this episode

Host: Fergus O’Carroll

Guests: Mishka Pitter-Armand, Ed Gunn

Topics covered

• independent journalism
• NPR
• public funding
• curiosity
• media strategy

Keywords

• NPR
• independent journalism
• funding cuts
• public questions
• media strategy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NPR

Places: Austin

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