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State of the Newsroom: Navigating Influence in the Age of Fragmented Media

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45 minutes June 4, 2026

Join influential reporters and editorial voices for a dynamic conversation that brings the people shaping news and culture directly to the stage. They'll have an unfiltered discussion on today's media ecosystem, polarization trends and how these forces are transforming the relationship between media and communicators. You'll discover: The Changing Landscape: How leading reporters, creators and podcasters are redefining news distribution, sourcing and audience connection for…

Join influential reporters and editorial voices for a dynamic conversation that brings the people shaping news and culture directly to the stage. They'll have an unfiltered discussion on today's media ecosystem, polarization trends and how these forces are transforming the relationship between media and communicators. You'll discover:

  • The Changing Landscape: How leading reporters, creators and podcasters are redefining news distribution, sourcing and audience connection for PR and media relations teams.
  • Hot Button Headlines: What reporters see as the biggest political, tech/regulatory and cultural flashpoints driving editorial decisions.
  • Media Trust and Transparency: Real-world perspectives on earning audience trust, combating misinformation and balancing speed with accuracy.
  • Navigating Polarization: Approaches for covering divisive issues ethically and effectively.
  • The Attention Economy: How these indie journalists and niche experts command loyal, influential audiences beyond their sites, pages or podcasts—and here's how your pitches should pivot to fit.
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Speakers

  • Allison Carter Editor-in-Chief, Ragan Communications and PR Daily
  • Steve Russolillo Chief News Editor, Business Insider
  • Maiken Scott Host and Executive Producer, "The Pulse", WHYY / NPR / PRX
  • Jessica Kartalija National Correspondent, NewsNation

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