From The Washington Post’s TikTok to his own media empire: Dave Jorgenson goes independent

The independent journalist explains how he's building Local News International, a new outlet with the goal of reimagining news for a generation raised…

Dec 3 • 

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November 2025

Running the numbers: Brendan O'Meara's honest accounting of the economics of writing a book

“The Creative Nonfiction Podcast” host shares the reality of being a published author: "Over four years, a barista is making more money."

Nov 26 • 

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Sarah Rogers and Kate Bennis on twins, loneliness, and collaborative journalism

The photojournalist and documentary filmmaker discuss “Double Meaning,” their multimedia Long Lead feature exploring what the world's largest gathering…

Nov 19 • 

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After Jennifer Dulos' murder, Graydon Carter wanted the story. Rich Cohen turned him down — then submitted a six-parter

The veteran journalist and author explains why his 14th book, Murder in the Dollhouse, marks his first foray into true crime.

Nov 12 • 

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Julian Brave NoiseCat on storytelling as survival

In his new memoir, the writer, Oscar-nominated filmmaker, and champion powwow dancer explores Native kinship, myth, and the necessity of weaving…

Nov 5 • 

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October 2025

Running on AI: How Nicholas Thompson wrote a book while leading 'The Atlantic'

The journalist and Atlantic CEO used "the best editorial tool we’ve ever had" to write his book. On the other hand, "it’s also a force that could…

Oct 29 • 

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No paywall, no “objectivity,” no bosses: Susan Rinkunas reimagines reproductive rights journalism

The veteran journalist discusses co-founding Autonomy News and why traditional media keeps failing this beat.

Oct 22 • 

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In her new book "Replaceable You," Mary Roach removes the sci-fi from regenerative medicine

In service of getting it right for readers, Roach often goes back to the basics when interviewing scientists

Oct 15 • 

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"I can join this battle." Defending federal workers, Michael Lewis explains why their work matters

The author of 'The Big Short' goes long — with the help of some friends — on the unsung heroes of the U.S. federal government

Oct 8 • 

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Don't judge: Podcast producer Ryan Sweikert's secret to pulling the truth out of complex subjects

The producer behind 'Long Shadow: Breaking the Internet' sees the humanity in everybody — even the murderers and insurrectionists he's interviewed along…

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September 2025

From the hot seat to the outside: Chuck Todd's next chapter

The veteran political journalist discusses press freedom under threat, his proudest investigations, and that Dick Cheney interview he'll never forget.

Sep 24 • 

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Karen Hao on the rise of AI as empire and the public's role in curbing its power

The first journalist to ever profile OpenAI explains the societal impact of the company’s rise in her new book.

Sep 17 • 

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