In this episode, Rebecca Snyder sits down with Corey Hutchins - journalist and founder of the weekly newsletter, Inside the News in Colorado. Corey shares insights from his research on media criticism, the decline of traditional newsrooms and the rise of independent journalism through platforms like Substack. They also discuss the role of collaboration in today's media environment and how journalists are adapting to new challenges. Tune in for an in-depth conversation about the future of local news and why media accountability matters now more than ever.

In this powerful episode, Rebecca sits down with Tom Marquardt, retired publisher and editor of The Capital Gazette, to discuss his new book, Pressed to Kill. Tom takes us inside the tragic events of June 28, 2018, when a gunman attacked the Gazette newsroom, killing five people. He shares insights on the victims' legacies, newsroom security, the evolving media landscape and the broader issues of mass violence in America.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Amber Allan, the visionary founder of Man of Peace, a nonprofit dedicated to providing safe spaces and life-changing resources for children in Ecuador. From the devastating 2016 earthquake that reshaped lives to breaking generational cycles of hardship, Amber and her team are fostering hope, education, and healing in the community of Coaque, Ecuador. Join us as we explore the challenges, triumph and unwavering commitment that fuels Man of Peace. This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance, faith and the belief that every child deserves a chance to thrive.

Visit Man of Peace at https://ecthemanofpeace.org/