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The J Word: A Podcast by Journalism Practice

What is journalism? How can we make it better? What does "better" look like? We talk about some of these questions -- and answer them -- in our discussions with academics and professionals who've published recently in Journalism Practice. We focus on meanings of advancing digital technologies in journalism, social issues and conditions that journalists (need to) cover, and the future of the field. Articles featured in the episodes are temporarily made free access for citizens, journalists, scholars, and students. While the discussions are rooted in research, they are approached to influence practice. The podcast is hosted and produced by Robert (Ted) Gutsche, Jr., a former journalist, Associate Editor at Journalism Practice, an Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) in Critical Digital Media Practice at Lancaster University in the U.K. and Visiting Professor at Vytautas Magnus University in Lithuania. Follow him on Twitter @RobertGutscheJr and the podcast @JournPractice or email us with ideas and feedback at jwordpodcast@gmail.com.

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The J Word: A Podcast by Journalism Practice

The J Word 2.8: Presenting News: Podcasts to Pardons

May 19, 2021 • Season 2 • Episode 8

What have and can journalists learn about successful podcasts, such as Serial? What about how journalists use acronyms and abbreviations? And what do viewers really think about local TV journalists’ mistakes? Today, we focus on scholarship surrounding news presentation, from podcasts to parlance and to seeking pardons for journalistic slip-ups. Our discussion provides insights on cultural meanings and practices that can improve journalism, its reach, effectiveness, and clarity. Our guests include Lindsey Sherrill, Alyssa Appelman, and Harrison Gong.

Sherrill, L. A. (2020). The “Serial Effect” and the True Crime Podcast Ecosystem. Journalism Practice, 1-22.

Appelman, A. (2021). Written in Code: Exploring the Negative Effects of Acronyms in News Headlines. Journalism Practice, 1-17.

Gong, Z. H., & Eppler, J. (2021). Exploring the Impact of Delivery Mistakes, Gender, and Empathic Concern on Source and Message Credibility. Journalism Practice, 1-20.

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