Update-1 Podcast
Past Episodes
Fighting Back Against Government Secrecy
May 30, 2025
Independent journalist and National Press Club member Miranda Spivack details the underreported rise in secret dealmaking between local governments and corporations and how these agreements are a threat to our health, safety and democracy in her new book that was just released. Spivack discusses "…
Read MoreShining Light on the Writings of John McPhee
May 15, 2025
He's 94 years old and has been a writer for more than 70 years, winning many awards during that time, including a Pulitzer Prize. But many people are not familiar with John McPhee. This edition of Update-1 features NPC member Noel Rubinton, who has written a new book, "Looking for a Story: A…
Read MoreNavy Veteran Discusses Effort To Get More Vets Into America's Newsrooms
April 30, 2025
Navy veteran and journalist Zach Baddorf is the co-founder of Military Veterans in Journalism. With a focus of building community, supporting career growth and advocating for Vets, one of MVJ's main goals is to place more veterans in America's Newsrooms. In this episode of Update-1, National Press…
Read MoreSpace Industry Content Editor Talks Event Coverage, Journalism And PR Trends
April 15, 2025
The Space Symposium in Colorado Springs is the one of the industry's largest annual events, attracting a global mix of corporate executives, civilian and military officials, non-profit organizations, plus an increasing number of mainstream and trade media outlets. In this episode of Update-1, NPC…
Read MoreVOA's Chief National Correspondent Leads Effort To Revive Network
April 6, 2025
A legal battle seeks to put Voice of America back on the air after its silencing by the Trump administration. VOA Chief National Correspondent Steve Herman serves on the National Press Club's board of governors, and he's taking part in the court action. In the latest edition of Update-1, Steve…
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