06.05.2018 - A special episode highlighting the troubling future journalism face. The LA Weekly was recently bought out by new owners who fired all but one writing staff. Its unsavory actions have led to the formation of successful grassroot movements such as Boycott LA Weekly, calling into question the blurring lines between journalistic integrity and corporate/ political interests.
In this enticing interview with Jeff Weiss, incoming Editor in Chief, Chris Peel, reflects on the role on journalism in this increasingly hostile environment.
To learn more please visit: BoycottLAWeekly.com
Presented by Christopher Peel.
Produced by Ronald Chan and Laura Scott.
Edited by Laura Scott and Naomi Brauner.
Thank you to Barbara Thomas, The Occidental Senior Editorial Team, and our outgoing Editor in Chief - Gabriel Dunatov.
Music by Nico Bluffin
Image from: BoycottLAWeekly.com
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