🚀 Episode 51 of @lnmpod with @sammyragland is out. @AmPress ’s VP of Journalism Programs talks with host @timreganporter about fostering well-being in newsrooms, balancing people sustainability with business demands, and creating a culture of care that fuels great journalism. Topics include: ✨ Prioritizing people over deadlines—and why it works 💡 Practical strategies to fight burnout and build resilience 🤝 Shifting from hero to host: a new leadership mindset 🛑 Why “stop doing” is just as vital as “keep going” 🌈 Supporting journalists of color and women in newsrooms 🎧Tune in for actionable insights and fresh perspectives. Link in comments. #localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism #democracy #MentalHealth #burnout

🎉 Episode 50 🥳 of @lnmpod is out! @rpicht (@RJI) and @questionswork (@SmithGeiger) talk with host @timreganporter about their landmark study on burnout in journalism. 🚨 Burnout is a crisis: 80% of journalists say it’s critical, with 1 in 5 planning to leave the profession. 🧠 Solutions, not just problems: Discover actionable steps newsrooms of all sizes can take—starting today. 🔄 Rethinking newsroom culture: From flexible schedules to improving work-life balance, small changes can make a big difference. 📰 Passion under pressure: Despite challenges, 93% of journalists still see their work as a noble calling. (Link in comments) #localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism #democracy

🚀 Episode 48 of @lnmpod with @jenlarino is out. The ED & Co-Founder of @ledeneworleans talks with host @timreganporter about how her organization is reshaping local journalism by training young BIPOC storytellers to address community information needs. 🎙️ Redefining local news: Hear how Lede New Orleans empowers those young BIPOC journalists to amplify underrepresented voices. 🌟 Slow journalism in action: Discover why slowing down leads to more inclusive, impactful storytelling. 📰 Breaking the mold: Jennifer Larino shares how traditional media can fall short and how Lede is creating a different path forward. 🌱 Building trusted spaces: Learn how engaging with community voices transforms local reporting. 💡 Creative programs for impact: From fellowships to live exhibits, explore the innovative ways Lede serves its audience. 💰 Funding meaningful change: Find out how they’re sustaining a newsroom with purpose while avoiding the pressure to “feed the beast.” (Link in comments) #localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism #democracy

🚀 Episode 47 of @lnmpod with @News_Kat is out. Katherine Ann Rowlands, owner and publisher of Bay City News, talks with host @timreganporter about BCN’s unique hybrid model and evolution. (Link in comments) #localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism #democracy

🚀 Episode 46 of @lnmpod with @jimorourke71 is out. The CEO and founder of O'Rourke Media Group shares with host @timreganporter his journey in local media, from delivering newspapers as a kid to founding a rapidly growing digital-first publishing chain. O'Rourke discusses his approach to acquiring and revitalizing local newspapers, investing in local talent and growing the digital business. He outlines the strategic choices that have guided O'Rourke Media’s success, including his firm stance against paywalls and his commitment to community-focused journalism and sales. In the face of industry pressures, O'Rourke explains why he values small and midsize markets and how he's developed O'Rourke Media Group’s sustainable model by prioritizing advertiser relationships, high-quality local reporting, and new digital revenue streams. He discusses his philosophy on embracing sponsored content as a core revenue source while carefully navigating editorial integrity—a delicate balance that he believes is essential for the future of local news. O'Rourke also explores his renewed investment in print, noting the value print editions hold for both advertisers and local audiences. Reflecting on key lessons learned, he details his experiences working under Berkshire Hathaway, why he finds potential in digital agency services, and his vision for the future, including expanding into more communities and a possible employee ownership model. (Link in comments) #localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism #democracy