The Lead

Special: On the business of podcasting

In this episode of The Lead, host Charlotte Norsworthy talks to some of the key speakers from the Cox Institute’s Entrepreneurial Journalism Symposium that was held on the business of podcasting earlier this week. This episode features Bob Sullivan and Alia Tavakolian, co-hosts of Breach, Mandi Woodruff, co-host of Brown Ambition and Dan Maccarone, host of Story in a Bottle.

Elizabeth Jensen on taking an objective look at the media

Welcome to Season 5 of The Lead. In this episode, Elizabeth Jensen, National Public Radio's Ombudsman, discusses the need for transparent, honest journalism and how her role at NPR gives her a platform to respond to the public's comments and concerns.

Bonus: Introducing the new host of The Lead

In this episode, we announce and introduce the new host of The Lead podcast.

Polina Marinova on adapting when life doesn't go according to plan

In this episode, we talk to Fortune Magazine associate editor Polina Marinova about why career challenges can present the best opportunities to grow and the importance of a willingness to start from the bottom of the professional totem pole.

Marilyn Geewax on preparing the next generation of journalists

In this episode, we talk with former NPR chief business corespondent about the importance of business news for democracy, the transition from print to radio and the promising future of audio journalism.

Amanda Dixon on Embarking on a Career in Journalism in Today's Age

Amanda Dixon on Embarking on a Career in Journalism in Today's Age by The Lead

Garry Pierre-Pierre on building a publication from the ground up

In this episode, we talk with Haitian Times publisher Garry Pierre-Pierre about building a publication from the ground up, connecting with the people you work with and the role of journalists in today’s world.

Matt Kemper on evolving as a reporter

In this episode, Nate Bramel talks to UGA alum and AJC business columnist Matt Kemper about how to have a long, multifaceted career with one publication.

Charlayne Hunter-Gault on giving a voice to the voiceless

In this episode, distinguished Grady College alumna Charlayne Hunter-Gault reflects on her career as a reporter and time at UGA, her drive for becoming a journalist and her lifelong mission of providing a voice to the voiceless.

Monica Pearson on connecting with the communities we serve

In this episode, former WSB-TV anchor Monica Pearson talks about how a newsroom team can turn into a family, the importance of being proactive instead of reactive, and how we can truly connect with the communities we serve.