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Students Rise Against Trump’s Free Speech Crackdown
Columbia College Chicago students are taking a stand, calling out censorship and hypocrisy in President Trump’s attacks on free speech.
Independent Journalists Redefine Media Power through Creator Platforms
Veteran reporters turned creators shared how Substack, YouTube, and podcasts are rewriting media trust and opportunity for communicators.
Americans Push Back as Trump’s Free Speech Assault Meets Defiance
Journalists say democracy can endure Trump’s attacks when the public insists on truth and free speech.
I Was Punched Into PR and Never Looked Back
A street-level shock launched this PR veteran into a lifetime of persuasive storytelling, with lessons communicators still need to hear today.
Local Reporters Urged to Fill the National Accountability Gap
As Trump sidelines the national press, experts urge local reporters to step up and inform democracy.
Prominent Voices from New York News to Lead 2025 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards
CNN’s Brian Stelter and Spectrum News NY1’s Jamie Stelter will lead the 2025 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards, continuing a tradition of connecting New York’s PR and journalism leaders.
Skydance’s Paramount Takeover Triggers Ideological Reckoning for Media Communicators
Howard Homonoff’s analysis of the Skydance-Paramount deal offers a roadmap for what’s next—and what’s at stake—for communicators in a politicized media age.
Hard Work Beats Hype as Tom Madden Pushes Back on AI’s Creative Creep
Public relations veteran Tom Madden shares how hard work—not luck—built his career, and why he remains committed to human creativity even as AI transforms the industry.
Trump’s Felon Fantasy League Turns Pardons Into Power Plays
A scathing look at how President Trump’s pardons are reshaping power, privilege, and punishment in America.
Pete Rose, Donald Trump, and the Ethics of American Sports Culture
The sports industry continues to reward bad behavior—from Pete Rose to Brent Musburger—while sidelining ethics and accountability.
Why Sports Broadcasters Stay Silent While Print Journalists Tell the Truth
Discover why today’s sports broadcasters play cheerleader while real journalism gets left on the sidelines.
Melissa Ludtke and the Fight for Equal Access in Sports Journalism
In this episode of That Said, Michael Zeldin interviews Melissa Ludtke about her new book Locker Room Talk and her pioneering fight for equal access to Major League Baseball locker rooms as a woman sports reporter.
America’s 28-Day Upheaval Is Just the Beginning as Turmoil Tightens Its Grip
America has been upended in just 28 days, with sweeping policy changes, economic uncertainty, and a government overhaul leaving both businesses and citizens bracing for what comes next.
Why Cable News Is Still Letting Politicians Lie and Get Away With It
Uncover how cable news is still failing to hold politicians accountable, letting lies slip through unchecked.
Six Visionary Leaders We Lost in 2024 and the Legacies They Leave Behind
In 2024, the world lost six influential leaders whose groundbreaking contributions continue to shape industries and inspire future generations.
Elite Journalism Faces a Crisis as Fear and Favor Undermine Integrity in 2024
2024 exposed a critical crisis in journalism as fear replaced courage and elite media compromised integrity, threatening democracy’s foundation and demanding a bold call to accountability.
What Went Wrong with Democrats Messaging in 2024 and How They Can Rebound
Experts weigh in on what derailed the Democrats' messaging in 2024, and how can they rebuild a strategy that resonates with voters.
The Final Showdown as Harris and Trump Campaigns Battle for the Future of America
As the 2024 election narrows, political observers highlight the key strategies for the Harris and Trump campaigns, focusing on economic messaging, personal integrity, and offering a forward-looking vision.
Ali Velshi Reveals the Defining Moment That Changed His Approach to Journalism
Ali Velshi opens up about the crucial role of journalists in today’s turbulent times, revealing how bearing witness means actively fighting for justice and democracy.

