Conversations Live: Media & Democracy


Aired Thursday, October 16, 2025

In the current media landscape, the role of trustworthy news sources may be more vital than ever. We talk with experts about the current state of public media, the outlook for news outlets and the challenges journalists across the country are facing.

Host

Anne DanahyAnne Danahy
Reporter, WPSU

Guests

Isabel ReinertIsabel Reinart
General Manager, WPSU
Matt JordanMatthew Jordan Ph.D.
Head, Department of Film Production & Media Studies
Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications
Christopher BeemChristopher Beem Ph.D.
Managing Director, McCourtney Institute for Democracy
Research Professor of Political Science

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Get Your Garden On

Patty Satalia and guests Tom Butzler and John Esslinger, horticulture educators with Penn State’s Cooperative Extension, will provide tips to help you get a head start on next year’s garden plans. Watch »

Posted on September 11, 2014

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Get Your Garden On! (Summer 2021)

Season 10 Episode 9 | 57 Min

Growing season is in full swing — flowers are blooming and summer veggies are on the way. But questions are starting to crop up too. Penn State Extension educators Tom Butzler and Tom Ford share their gardening expertise on everything from keeping weeds at bay to knowing how much to water your plants. Watch »

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Ask a Veterinarian (2021)

Season 11 Episode 3 | 57 min

Veterinarians Debra Smart and Andrea Loar answer viewer pet-related questions such as proper diet and exercise, and more! Watch »

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