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A New Way to Get the News: A Conversation Courier’s Tara McGowan

The PoliticsGirl Podcast

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The Evolving Media Landscape and the Role of Local News

The chapter explores the impact of technological changes and social media on media consumption, highlighting the challenges traditional media faces with declining advertising models. It delves into the importance of local news and the launch of Currier, a pro-democracy news network aiming to provide factual information and connect with communities on a personal level. The discourse emphasizes the need for transparency, values, and redefining media's mission to empower an informed electorate amidst growing mistrust in traditional news sources.

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