Podcasts present an amazing opportunity to look into so many different ways that journalists work. This is a selection of five inspiring podcasts that we've been checking out. Be inspired and take a listen:
1. Future of Journalism podcast is produced by The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism -- Oxford University's international research centre in the comparative study of news media. The organisation hosts a dynamic and interesting podcast looking at the latest trends, reports and research in the journalism world..
2. Meet the Investigators by ICIJ - The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists collaborates with hundreds of members across the world. Each of these journalists is among the best in his or her country and many have won national and global awards. In this monthly series, Meet the Investigators, highlights the work of these tireless journalists.
3. Media Tribe with Shaunagh Connaire - In a series of interviews, Shaunagh Connaire introduces you to the journalist behind the story, their journey into the industry, and some of their most crazy experiences along the way.
4. The Tip-off If investigative journalism is your jam, this podcast explores the detective work that goes into uncovering dark secrets and complex stories.
5. Conversations with Data - A biweekly podcast that covers the latest happenings in data journalism. This includes data visualisation, design, coding and data storytelling. The interview style podcast is a favourite among data journalists and is produced by DataJournalism.com.
Interested in learning about podcasting? Sign up to Advocacy Assembly’s free podcasting courses taught by SOWT.
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