Podcast

Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story

Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story

The award-winning journalist, author, and producer shares lessons from across many forms and genres — from running Vibe magazine to writing her memoir, “Shine Bright”
Michael Kruse & Bill Duryea: Lessons from a 16-year reporter-editor partnership

Michael Kruse & Bill Duryea: Lessons from a 16-year reporter-editor partnership

The journalists share how they supported and learned from each other at the Tampa Bay Times and Politico.
The New Yorker's Sam Wolson on interactive storytelling about a mother and her trans teenager leaving the U.S.

The New Yorker’s Sam Wolson on interactive storytelling about a mother and her trans teenager leaving the U.S.

The Interactives Visual Features Editor discusses the intersection of VR, interactive design, documentary work, and reporting
Mallary Tenore Tarpley on writing about eating disorders and navigating ‘the middle’ in recovery

Mallary Tenore Tarpley on writing about eating disorders and navigating ‘the middle’ in recovery

The journalist and author reflects on the process of writing, researching, and reporting on her own life for her debut book, “Slip”
Pulitzer winner Lane DeGregory on the power of local storytelling

Pulitzer winner Lane DeGregory on the power of local storytelling

The journalist reflects on 25 years at the Tampa Bay Times, and how to find stories in your own backyard
Author Dana A. Williams on what Toni Morrison can teach us about editing

Author Dana A. Williams on what Toni Morrison can teach us about editing

Williams's new book, “Toni at Random,” gives us a deeper look into the literary titan’s craft and career in elevating the voices of Black writers
Nadia Reiman on telling stories of immigration for ‘This American Life’

Nadia Reiman on telling stories of immigration for ‘This American Life’

The reporter and editor for ‘TAL’ reflects on the show’s unique voice, as well as her own experience with immigration
The Black List's Franklin Leonard on the power of 'Based on a true story' in Hollywood

The Black List’s Franklin Leonard on the power of ‘Based on a true story’ in Hollywood

The producer and founder reflects on 20 years of celebrating and supporting screenwriters, and how true stories become entertainment
Tech reporter Drew Harwell on the very online life of a 24/7 Twitch streamer

Tech reporter Drew Harwell on the very online life of a 24/7 Twitch streamer

Podcast: The Washington Post writer shares his experience covering the intersection of technology, politics, and culture in an era of distrust and division
The Marshall Project's Akiba Solomon on how journalists write about incarceration

The Marshall Project’s Akiba Solomon on how journalists write about incarceration

Nieman Storyboard podcast: Solomon discusses The Language Project and collaborating with incarcerated writers.