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Listening, Not Lecturing: Lessons for the Next Generation of Journalists with Sam Feist
Manage episode 504113214 series 3455157
Roger welcomes Sam Feist, longtime journalist and CEO of C-SPAN, for a conversation about why the role of nonpartisan reporting and transparency remains essential to the future of journalism and public trust.
They discuss the importance of unfiltered access to government, the challenge of maintaining neutrality in a polarized media environment, and the upcoming launch of "Ceasefire," a program designed to foster civil dialogue and bipartisan common ground. Feist also reflects on lessons learned from covering historic events like 9/11, producing landmark debate programs, and interviewing world leaders from Margaret Thatcher to Yitzhak Rabin. Plus, how young journalists can prepare for meaningful careers, and why balanced reporting is vital to a healthy democracy.
Sam Feist previously served as Washington bureau chief and senior vice president at CNN, where he produced award-winning coverage of major political events and breaking news. Over his career he has interviewed U.S. presidents, prime ministers, and other world leaders, earning five Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. He is active in several professional organizations and now leads C-SPAN in its mission to provide Americans with fair, unfiltered access to their government.
The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS president Roger Ream and produced by Podville Media. If you have a comment or question for the show, please email us at [email protected]. To support TFAS and its mission, please visit TFAS.org/support.
Chapters
1. Welcome to Sam Feist, C-SPAN CEO (00:00:00)
2. C-SPAN's Balanced Approach to Coverage (00:01:46)
3. From Vanderbilt to Journalism Career (00:03:36)
4. New Program "Ceasefire" Finding Common Ground (00:08:20)
5. Book TV and History Coverage (00:11:43)
6. Advice for Young Journalists (00:13:00)
7. How C-SPAN Operates: Funding Model (00:18:40)
8. Media Literacy and Bob Novak's Legacy (00:23:54)
110 episodes
Manage episode 504113214 series 3455157
Roger welcomes Sam Feist, longtime journalist and CEO of C-SPAN, for a conversation about why the role of nonpartisan reporting and transparency remains essential to the future of journalism and public trust.
They discuss the importance of unfiltered access to government, the challenge of maintaining neutrality in a polarized media environment, and the upcoming launch of "Ceasefire," a program designed to foster civil dialogue and bipartisan common ground. Feist also reflects on lessons learned from covering historic events like 9/11, producing landmark debate programs, and interviewing world leaders from Margaret Thatcher to Yitzhak Rabin. Plus, how young journalists can prepare for meaningful careers, and why balanced reporting is vital to a healthy democracy.
Sam Feist previously served as Washington bureau chief and senior vice president at CNN, where he produced award-winning coverage of major political events and breaking news. Over his career he has interviewed U.S. presidents, prime ministers, and other world leaders, earning five Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. He is active in several professional organizations and now leads C-SPAN in its mission to provide Americans with fair, unfiltered access to their government.
The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS president Roger Ream and produced by Podville Media. If you have a comment or question for the show, please email us at [email protected]. To support TFAS and its mission, please visit TFAS.org/support.
Chapters
1. Welcome to Sam Feist, C-SPAN CEO (00:00:00)
2. C-SPAN's Balanced Approach to Coverage (00:01:46)
3. From Vanderbilt to Journalism Career (00:03:36)
4. New Program "Ceasefire" Finding Common Ground (00:08:20)
5. Book TV and History Coverage (00:11:43)
6. Advice for Young Journalists (00:13:00)
7. How C-SPAN Operates: Funding Model (00:18:40)
8. Media Literacy and Bob Novak's Legacy (00:23:54)
110 episodes
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