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

More Episodes

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Season 12 Episode 4 | 57 min

Our panel of experts discuss what leads to Seasonal Affective Disorder, methods for treating it, and ways to stay healthy and active during the winter months. Watch »

Aired 01/19/23

 

Patty Satalia, Tom Butzler and John Esslinger on the set of Conversations Live

WPSU's Patty Satalia and guest experts Tom Butzler and John Esslinger discuss how to best prepare your garden for winter, how to get a jump-start on spring planting and what new invasive species you should be on the lookout for. Watch »

Posted on September 10, 2015

|

 

coronavirus

COVID-19

Season 10 Episode 1 | 57 min

We answer your questions on the COVID-19 pandemic. We cover topics suchas as how much longer the pandemic willlast, when we will get a vaccine, how havepeople of color been disproportionately impacted, and more. Watch »

Aired 09/24/20

 

More from Conversations Live »