A Mile From Home: Reporting in Minneapolis with Katie G. Nelson

About this episode

The episode features an insightful conversation with journalist Katie G. Nelson about her experiences in Minneapolis during a pivotal moment in local and global history.

In this episode of Rough Cut, we explore the powerful intersection of professional duty and personal history with Emmy-nominated journalist Katie G. Nelson. After more than a decade reporting on conflict and human rights across East Africa, Katie found herself back in her hometown of Minneapolis just as it became the epicenter of a global movement. We dive into the importance of local journalism and the shifting climate of on-the-ground reportage. Join us for an insightful conversation on the...

People in this episode

Guest: Katie G. Nelson

Topics covered

• journalism
• local reporting
• human rights
• Minneapolis
• conflict
• media

Keywords

• journalism
• Minneapolis
• Katie G. Nelson
• human rights
• local news
• reportage
• conflict

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Minneapolis, East Africa

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