
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or


In this episode of UnSpun, host DrSturg explores the past, present, and uncertain future of local journalism. Learn how local newspapers and TV stations went from thriving community pillars to empty shells—and why it matters. We examine the roles of money, consolidation, platforms like Facebook and TikTok, audience habits, misinformation, and AI in dismantling local media. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when no one covers city council meetings or school board votes, this episode is for you.
By Amanda Sturgill4.7
120120 ratings
In this episode of UnSpun, host DrSturg explores the past, present, and uncertain future of local journalism. Learn how local newspapers and TV stations went from thriving community pillars to empty shells—and why it matters. We examine the roles of money, consolidation, platforms like Facebook and TikTok, audience habits, misinformation, and AI in dismantling local media. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when no one covers city council meetings or school board votes, this episode is for you.

7,674 Listeners

31 Listeners

4,650 Listeners

5,502 Listeners

2,966 Listeners

1,572 Listeners

1,889 Listeners

10,475 Listeners

9,295 Listeners

5,977 Listeners

2,307 Listeners

7,014 Listeners

397 Listeners

422 Listeners

538 Listeners