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Fair Media Council CEO Jaci Clement talks with Justin Hendrix, CEO and Editor of Tech Policy Press, about how Innovation, power, and responsibility collide in the digital age. From AI’s environmenta…

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Fair Media Council CEO Jaci Clement talks with Justin Hendrix, CEO and Editor of Tech Policy Press, about how innovation, power, and responsibility collide in the digital age. From AI’s environmental toll to the fight for privacy and democracy, this episode explores whether Technology’s future depends on who—and what—it ultimately serves. This episode was recorded during Climate Week NYC 2025.Guest BioJustin Hendrix is CEO and Editor of Tech Policy Press, a nonprofit media venture concerned with the intersection of technology and democracy. Previously, he was Executive Director of NYC …

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and return to late-night TV raised serious questions about the First Amendment: Where’s the line between offensive comedy and unprotected speech? How much power does the…

Jimmy Kimmel’s sus…

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and return to late-night TV raised serious questions about the First Amendment: Where’s the line between offensive comedy and unprotected speech? How much power does the FCC really have over broadcasters? And what does all of this mean for free expression in America today? In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Fair Media Council CEO Jaci Clement speaks with Clay Calvert, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Professor Emeritus at the University of Florida. Clay is one of the nation’s foremost First Amendment scholars, and together they…

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and return to late-night raised serious questions: Where’s the line between offensive comedy and unprotected speech? And how far can the FCC go in policing broadcasters?I…

Jimmy Kimmel’s sus…

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and return to late-night raised serious questions: Where’s the line between offensive comedy and unprotected speech? And how far can the FCC go in policing broadcasters?In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Fair Media Council CEO Jaci Clement joins forces with renowned First Amendment scholar Clay Calvert, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Professor Emeritus at the University of Florida, to unpack the controversy and its bigger implications. Together they break down the headlines with a clear-eyed look at what’s really happening in A…

How did we get from 30% profit margins to paywalls, nonprofit newsrooms, and creators funding investigative journalism one Substack post at a time?In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement s…

How did we get from …

How did we get from 30% profit margins to paywalls, nonprofit newsrooms, and creators funding investigative journalism one Substack post at a time?In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement sits down with Richard Tofel — founding general manager and former president of ProPublica, now leading Gallatin Advisory and teaching at Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health — for a candid, eye-opening conversation about the fractured economics of journalism, how credibility impacts revenue, and what’s really at stake for democracy.🔥 Highlights include:Why the news industry never r…

Join Fair Media Council CEO and Executive Director Jaci Clement as she sits down with KNX 97.1 FM Los Angeles News and Programming Director Alex Silverman for an inside look at the power of local radi…

Join Fair Media Coun…

Join Fair Media Council CEO and Executive Director Jaci Clement as she sits down with KNX 97.1 FM Los Angeles News and Programming Director Alex Silverman for an inside look at the power of local radio during emergencies. In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Alex reveals how the team at the 24/7 all-news radio station covered the California wildfires while drawing striking comparisons with New York’s Hurricane Sandy.In this episode, you'll discover:A Lifeline: How KNX 97.1 FM, a trusted 24/7 all-news radio station, becomes a lifeline for millions without power or cell service during crises, ens…

Over the past thirty years, monumental changes have pushed the media further from its core mission of serving the public interest. Political pressures, commercial imperatives, deregulation, and the co…

Over the past thirty…

Over the past thirty years, monumental changes have pushed the media further from its core mission of serving the public interest. Political pressures, commercial imperatives, deregulation, and the concentration of immense capital in just a few hands have converged to distort the flow of information and weaken the media’s ability to hold power to account. As a result, trust erodes, civic life suffers, and those without influence are increasingly marginalized. In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Jaci Clement speaks with Natalie Fenton —professor of media and communications at Goldsmiths, Uni…

On this episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement welcomes renowned First Amendment scholar Clay Calvert for a timely conversation on the myths, challenges, and realities of free speech in the digit…

On this episode of F…

On this episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement welcomes renowned First Amendment scholar Clay Calvert for a timely conversation on the myths, challenges, and realities of free speech in the digital age. From the Supreme Court’s decision on the TikTok ban to the responsibilities that come with free expression, this episode breaks down what the First Amendment protects—and what it doesn’t.What you’ll learn:🔹 The biggest misconception about the First Amendment — and why it’s important to understand.🔹 How the TikTok ban reflects growing concerns over national Security and da…

In this must-hear episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement interviews Amy Mitchell, founding executive director of the Center for News Technology and Innovation and a leading voice in global media …

In this must-hear ep…

In this must-hear episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement interviews Amy Mitchell, founding executive director of the Center for News Technology and Innovation and a leading voice in global media policy. Together, they unpack the complexities of today’s digital news landscape and the urgent need to bring journalists, technologists, policymakers, and the public together to craft meaningful solutions.🔹 Key Highlights:Why collaboration is essential to creating effective media policyAddressing algorithmic gatekeeping and disinformation in the digital ageAI’s potential to support journal…

In this FMC Fast Chat, investigative journalist Dave Levinthal from Centerclip tells what it takes to break the big stories to hold those in power accountable. He explains how to pursue truth — why …

In this FMC Fast Cha…

In this FMC Fast Chat, investigative journalist Dave Levinthal from Centerclip tells what it takes to break the big stories to hold those in power accountable. He explains how to pursue truth — why reporters must refuse to take “no” for an answer, follow their instincts, and know when something just doesn’t add up. He also shares essential advice for the public: how to break free from echo chambers, identify quality news, and stop the spread of misinformation. Packed with insights on staying media-savvy, this episode sheds light on why a well-informed public is vital for democracy and …

In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Fair Media Council CEO and Executive Director Jaci Clement sits down with Michael Powell — an acclaimed journalist whose career spans The Washington Post to The New…

In this episode of F…

In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Fair Media Council CEO and Executive Director Jaci Clement sits down with Michael Powell — an acclaimed journalist whose career spans The Washington Post to The New York Times and now The Atlantic. Together, they examine the shifting tides of journalism, the erosion of big newsrooms, and the rise of digital media. Michael offers insights into how reporters find and craft powerful stories, emphasizing the importance of fairness, strong reporting, and genuine character portrayal. They also discuss challenges faced by young journalists today, the role of editor…

Over the past thirty years, monumental changes have pushed the media further from its core mission of serving the public interest. Political pressures, commercial imperatives, deregulation, and the co…

Over the past thirty…

Over the past thirty years, monumental changes have pushed the media further from its core mission of serving the public interest. Political pressures, commercial imperatives, deregulation, and the concentration of immense capital in just a few hands have converged to distort the flow of information and weaken the media’s ability to hold power to account. As a result, trust erodes, civic life suffers, and those without influence are increasingly marginalized.In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Jaci Clement speaks with Natalie Fenton —professor of media and communications at Goldsmiths, Unive…

When social media began, it was full of promise — connecting people, amplifying voices, and fighting for liberties. But today, it’s in crisis. In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, renowned digital ex…

When social media be…

When social media began, it was full of promise — connecting people, amplifying voices, and fighting for liberties. But today, it’s in crisis. In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, renowned digital expert Sree Sreenivasan examines how social media has shifted from a tool for empowerment to a force causing harm in every part of our lives.Sree doesn’t just identify the problems — he offers actionable tips to help us navigate a world where the people who own and run these platforms are shaping our lives in troubling ways. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone who wants to better unde…