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In this @BBC profile on reality TV star Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign, Marty Kaplan reflects on modern political campaigns and the competition for attention in an entertainment-driven media environment.
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In accepting the Walter Cronkite Award, CBS News's @ScottPelley offered a powerful defense of journalism and its role in serving the public. Today, perhaps more than ever, his remarks are worth hearing.
#Journalism #PressFreedom #Media #Democracy
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Our @HollywdHealth Director @Katefolb joins this panel at @ATXFestival on the real-world impact of medical accuracy on TV.
The conversation explores how storytelling shapes audience understanding of health, healthcare, prevention & trust in medicine.
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Entertainment can shape social norms, influence health outcomes, and drive measurable social impact.
On May 18 at #CannesFilmFestivali Managing Director @Mojojohanna joins leaders from The World Bank @Penn for a conversation hosted by The Impact Lounge.
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More information can be found here:
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Expert-informed narratives strengthen storytelling and raise standards industry-wide, says Kate Folb, @HollywdHealth Director: “Because [The Pitt] is so incredibly accurate, other medical shows ...feel like they really have to up their game." insidehighered.com/news/facu…
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If climate stories only show disaster…do we start to believe nothing can change? Director of Research Erica Rosenthal shares how storytelling can move audiences from fear to action.
The full talk can be found here: youtube.com/live/y0XqBFAGhSM…
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If climate stories only show catastrophe, do audiences feel powerless?
Our Director of Research Erica Rosenthal shared our research on climate storytelling at the recent @sierraclub symposium, exploring how stories can shift narratives and drive action.
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There’s been almost no research on how Black journalists are portrayed in popular culture.
A new IJPC Journal special section begins to change that, offering first-of-its-kind analysis across film, TV, and literature.
Read more: ijpc.org/page/journal.html
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The Walter Cronkite Awards introduced a new category recognizing comedic news and political satire — honoring Jon Stewart as its inaugural recipient. Watch the full event at cronkiteawards.org/
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At @USCVandV’s Arts Health Symposium, Noah Wyle and The Pitt team revealed what makes the show feel real: medical accuracy. With support from @HollywdHealth, writers collaborate with health experts to ground every storyline. Read more: today.usc.edu/inaugural-arts…
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In a nonstop news cycle, how do we tackle the big questions?
@PBS @NewsHour’s “On Democracy” won its Cronkite Award for its examination of democratic norms under threat, a strained rule of law, and press freedom under attack. Watch the full awards: cronkiteawards.org
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The first-ever USC symposium exploring the intersection of arts, health, medicine & wellness brings together faculty, artists & healthcare leaders for panels, talks, and live demos. Opening keynote by @Katefolb, director of our @HollywdHealth program. calendar.usc.edu/event/arts-…
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Check out inspiring speeches from @maddow, @jonstewart, @JulioVaqueiro, @jdickerson & @PeterAlexander at our Cronkite Awards ceremony. #journalismmatters
The Walter Cronkite Awards For Excellence in Political Journalism honor reporting that holds power accountable and strengthens democracy through accuracy, independence, and integrity.
Watch highlights from the 2025 acceptance speeches:
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The Walter Cronkite Awards For Excellence in Political Journalism honor reporting that holds power accountable and strengthens democracy through accuracy, independence, and integrity.
Watch highlights from the 2025 acceptance speeches:
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Latinos make up nearly 20% of the U.S. population—but just 6% of roles in top broadcast TV. Our latest research examines how Latino characters are portrayed—and what’s missing.
Featured in the Los Angeles Times (De Los). bit.ly/4c7HDou
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Latino communities span 20 countries with distinct cultures, yet that specificity rarely appears on screen. While Latino actors reflect many backgrounds, the characters they’re cast as are far more limited. Our new report explores these gaps: learcenter.org/latinoreprese…
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LIVE today at 10am PT: Director of Research Erica Rosenthal shares our Lear Center research on audience reactions to HBO Max's 'The Pitt.'
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How does the medical community view HBO Max’s Emmy-winning drama The Pitt? Lear Center Research Director Erica Rosenthal and Hollywood, Health & Society Director Kate Langrall Folb break it down on the podcast Tomorrow Will Be Televised.
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