Authentic Reporting: Journalism, Homelessness, and Trauma
In the second episode of this three-part series, we explore how journalists can improve their reporting on homelessness with special guest Kate Cagle, anchor and reporter for Spectrum News 1 SoCal. Kate is a standout in the field, known for covering news authentically and bringing an honest lens to her reporting on homelessness in Los Angeles. She shares her insights on trauma-informed reporting, building trust with vulnerable communities, and the critical role journalists play in accurately telling the stories of those experiencing homelessness. As homelessness rises and legacy media continues to face challenges, the importance of ethical and empathetic reporting is more crucial than ever. This episode offers valuable lessons for journalists and anyone interested in learning how authentic reporting can drive change and shape public perception.
Links to the reporting Kate talks about in this podcast:
Venice Artist Struggles to Get Back on Feet, Find Housing https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern...
Diversion program offers solution to mental health crisis in LA County jails https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern...
Project Roomkey clients find themselves back on street as pandemic program ends https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern...
Episode one of our journalism and homelessness series: A Formerly Homeless Person’s Guide for Journalists Covering Homelessness • A Formerly Homeless Person’s Guide for Jou...
Executive producer: Mark Horvath
Producer/editor/cinematographer: Alex Gasaway / alexgasaway
Associate producer: Erin McGinnis
Created by: Alex Gasaway and Erin McGinnis
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