How is the media transforming the way journalists engage with their local communities? A newspaper, recently launched in Leicester in the UK, has been engaging and consulting its community from the start. Rhys Everquill, Editor of The Great Central Gazette, explains how deliberation and diversity is vital to success. He’s joined by Nick Carter, former editor of the Leicester Mercury, who describes the challenges facing regional journalism and the need to find a sustainable model to ensure its survival.
Guests:
Rhys Everquill, Editor, Great Central Gazette
Nick Carter, former editor, Leicester Mercury.
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This episode has been produced by Media Diversity Institute Global, the member of the Mediadelcom consortium. Hosted by Tanya Sakzewski.
Music by Iaio from Audio Library Plus — Youtube
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