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Sound School Podcast

Thanks, NPR. That Was Satisfying.

Apr 9, 2024
NPR reporters discuss shifting radio styles, storytelling in journalism, lambing season at Plow and Stars Farm, and the emotional impact of Gaza's historic site destruction. Moments of spontaneity, humor, and poignant storytelling highlight the podcast.
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Quick takeaways

  • A shift towards more dynamic interactions and less scripting in NPR interviews is refreshing.
  • NPR's innovative storytelling techniques, like impactful visual aids and collaborative investigations, engage audiences effectively.

Deep dives

Evolving Views on NPR's Reporting Styles

The podcaster reflects on NPR's increased use of 'two-way' interviews between hosts and reporters, expressing a sense of dissatisfaction with the predictability and lack of spontaneity in such interactions. While acknowledging the efficiency and convenience of 'two-ways' for delivering information, the podcaster hints that a shift towards less scripted and more dynamic exchanges at NPR is refreshing, citing examples of more engaging and unexpected moments in recent reporting.

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