Tara McGowan

Tara McGowan, founder of Courier Newsroom, emphasizes the challenge of creating engaging truth amid misinformation. Stephanie Valencia, co-founder of Equis, highlights effective media strategies for reaching Latino audiences, combining digital and radio. Jessica Valenti, prominent writer and activist, advocates for focused coverage on critical issues like abortion, stressing the need for authentic narratives. Together, they explore the gaps in progressive media and the urgency to innovate to engage and mobilize audiences effectively.

Tara McGowan, a political strategist and founder of Courier Newsroom, and Simon Rosenberg, political analyst and founder of NDN/Hopium Chronicles, dive into the fallout from Senate Democrats' recent blunders. They analyze the anger over leadership's mistakes, the implications for future elections, and the need for a strategy shift to rebuild trust. Addressing voter motivations, they discuss the urgency of revitalizing the party's message and the importance of projecting strength to regain lost momentum against Republican challenges.

Tara McGowan, a media and political strategist, and Simon Rosenberg, a political analyst, join the conversation to unpack the ever-evolving political landscape. They discuss the alarming tactics from Republicans leading up to the 2026 midterms and the implications of gerrymandering and voting restrictions. The duo emphasizes the need for authentic messaging on corruption and democratic threats. They highlight the role of decentralized protests, like inflatable frogs, and the urgency of grassroots organizing to protect democracy.