Tag: Post
Production studio at RJI receives facelift
The production studio at the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute at the Missouri School of Journalism has received a facelift. Thanks to the upgrades, staff will now be able to deliver a product more in line with what audiences are accustomed to seeing online and on television in the 21st century, says Travis McMillen, senior … Continued
Post Episode 14: Local news reporters expose government corruption, health concerns
In Episode 14, Post highlights reporting done by local news outlets that has made a difference for smaller communities often left out of the national news spotlight.
Post Episode 12: IRE Award winners expose safety concerns and create public resources
IRE Award-winning journalists discuss their pieces. Topics include safety issues at the Tesla factory, children dying at an alarming rate at one hospital, and tracking police use of force case-by-case.
Post Episode 11: Reporters discuss covering different aspects of immigration
Pulitzer Prize Winner Hannah Dreier of ProPublica discusses her prize-winning series about Salvadoran immigrants who were wrapped up in a federal investigation of MS-13. Other recent coverage of immigration issues are also highlighted.
Post Episode 10: ESPN Michigan State investigation honored with first IRE sports award
In Episode 10, Post discusses the winner and three finalists of the Investigative Reporters and Editors award for sports investigations. This is the first year the news organization has specifically honored sports journalism in its prestigious annual contest.
Short Takes: How data uncovered great stories
Who said there would be math? In a field that can attract mathematically challenged individuals, data has become an essential tool for journalists. During the 2019 spring semester, student producers behind Gray Television’s OTT show “Post” showcased 20 pieces of journalism, most of which would not be possible without data.
Post Episode 9: Mothers dying at an increasing rate in the United States
In Episode 9, Post reviews reporting about maternal health care in the United States. As reported by various media outlets, mothers in the U.S. are dying at increasing rates — while those rates are dropping in most other developed countries, including in Germany, France and Japan. This show highlights in-depth reporting by 11 Alive television, … Continued
Post Episode 8: Investigative filmmakers and podcasters discuss their popular documentaries
In Episode Eight, Post reviews investigative documentaries, including two that are currently popular on Netflix. This show features the documentaries Ghost Fleet and The Devil We Know, the docu-series Evil Genius, and the podcast series In the Dark, Season Two.
Post Episode 7: Reporters face physical dangers and political threats around the world
In Episode 7 of Post, guests discuss the safety of journalists in the United States and around the world.
RJI 2018: Strengthening local journalism, testing practical innovations, and trust and transparency
As another year comes to a close, the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute reflects on some of its accomplishments and lessons learned with a mission of helping journalism survive and thrive.