Fri Nov 22 2024

Synopsis: Residents in North Carolina struggle for basics after Hurricane Helene's devastation; local BIPOC media step in to provide crucial support and information. ¿Cómo redefinieron el periodismo medios locales durante el huracán? Brooklyn Brown y Magaly Urdiales comparten sus experiencias en el último episodio de "Meet the BIPOC Press" Short Description: Some residents had no food, electricity, or cell service after Hurricane Helene ravaged the western part of North Carolina in October. Amidst misinformation and no information, local media had to step in to inform desperate people fast. This month on “Meet the BIPOC Press”, we explore what media outlets did to serve their people in that moment. Guests: • Brooklyn Brown (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians): Reporter, Cherokee One Feather • Magaly Urdiales: Co-founder, JMPRO Community Media • Amir Khafagy (Co-host): Journalist, Report for America Member, Documented Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edit...