The Fourth Estate

Marty Duren, Bob Smietana

4.9 (17)
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News junkie Marty Duren and veteran journalist Bob Smietana discuss trending news stories with eyes on religion reporting, fake news, and good journalism.

06/25/2018

The Incredibles 2 rant, family separation, and Episcopal church property woes—The Fourth Estate, Ep.31

On this episode Marty and Bob review a movie review, discuss the recent family separations at the border, and explore an Episcopal church property dispute. The post The Incredibles 2 rant, family separation, and Episcopal church property woes—The Fourth Estate, Ep.31 first appeared on Marty Duren.

37 min
06/22/2018

Marty and Bob Talk About the News—The Fourth Estate, Ep.30

On this delayed episode Marty and Bob discuss various topics that were in the news three weeks ago. The post Marty and Bob Talk About the News—The Fourth Estate, Ep.30 first appeared on Marty Duren.

38 min
05/04/2018

Waffle House Hero, Gaza Mass Protests, the Bible in California—The Fourth Estate, Ep.29

On this episode Marty and Bob discuss James Shaw, hero of the Waffle House shooting; the IDF response to the Gaza protests; and several God Beat stories. The post Waffle House Hero, Gaza Mass Protests, the Bible in California—The Fourth Estate, Ep.29 first appeared on Marty Duren.

32 min
04/28/2018

Flight 1308, Pearl Joy Brown, and the Disintegration of Bill Hybels—The Fourth Estate, Ep.28

On this episode Marty and Bob discuss the heroic pilot, Tammie Jo Shults, the beautiful life and haunting death of Pearl Joy Brown, and the disintegration of Bill Hybels. The post Flight 1308, Pearl Joy Brown, and the Disintegration of Bill Hybels—The Fourth Estate, Ep.28 first appeared on Marty Duren.

35 min
03/14/2018

Dead Russians in Syria, Frankenstein, and What is a fact?—The Fourth Estate, Ep.27

On this episode Marty and Bob discuss the misunderstood Frankenstein, the blessing of the AK-47s, Russian deaths in a skirmish in Syria, and the meaning of "facts." The post Dead Russians in Syria, Frankenstein, and What is a fact?—The Fourth Estate, Ep.27 first appeared on Marty Duren.

43 min
03/02/2018

The Media Bias Chart, feat. Vanessa Otero—The Fourth Estate, Ep.26

On this episode Marty and Bob welcome Vanessa Otero, creator of the Media Bias Chart, and founder of the All Generalizations are False blog, to talk about news, reporting, and bias. The post The Media Bias Chart, feat. Vanessa Otero—The Fourth Estate, Ep.26 first appeared on Marty Duren.

23 min
02/23/2018

Billy Graham, and more struggles at Newsweek—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.25

On this episode Marty Duren and Bob Smietana discuss the life of Billy Graham, and struggles at Newsweek magazine. The post Billy Graham, and more struggles at Newsweek—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.25 first appeared on Marty Duren.

36 min
02/16/2018

“Fawning” Kim Yo-Jong, NYT hiring problems, and Kate Bowler’s grace—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.24

On this episode Marty and Bob discuss "fawning over" Kim Yo-Jong's Olympics visit, a bad NYT hire, and the grace of Kate Bowler. The post “Fawning” Kim Yo-Jong, NYT hiring problems, and Kate Bowler’s grace—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.24 first appeared on Marty Duren.

33 min

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4.9

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17 Ratings

Facts are friends

04/27/2016

PhillipOKC

The most important attribute to a democracy (or democratically elected republic, if we are splitting hairs) is an informed electorate. As the media realized that money was to be made in making people anxious, fearful, or emotional, the Fourth Estate suffered. This is why Marty’s show is imperative.
Succinct and helpful

04/04/2016

atr1300

Marty peels back the layers of media agendas, bias, click bait, and general irresponsibility to find what is accurate and helpful. Because facts matter.
Excellent Podcast

03/22/2016

Iustitiaf

A thoughtful, fact-based podcast. Marty speaks about issues that are important but that either are being misrepresented or ignored by national media. His “Drive Time” podcasts are excellent. They are 11-13 minute podcasts that touch on two or three issues in a precise but informative manner. I give this podcast 5 stars because I appreciate the information I receive each time I listen to The Fourth Estate.
Concise, informative, and entertaining

03/01/2016

Zoinksfreeze

This is a great podcast to add to your daily routine- helps me stay informed of the day's important topics. Love it!

News junkie Marty Duren and veteran journalist Bob Smietana discuss trending news stories with eyes on religion reporting, fake news, and good journalism.

Creator

Marty Duren, Bob Smietana
Years Active

2015 - 2018
Episodes

62
Rating

Clean
Show Website

The Fourth Estate

The Fourth Estate

Episodes

The Incredibles 2 rant, family separation, and Episcopal church property woes—The Fourth Estate, Ep.31

Marty and Bob Talk About the News—The Fourth Estate, Ep.30

Waffle House Hero, Gaza Mass Protests, the Bible in California—The Fourth Estate, Ep.29

Flight 1308, Pearl Joy Brown, and the Disintegration of Bill Hybels—The Fourth Estate, Ep.28

Dead Russians in Syria, Frankenstein, and What is a fact?—The Fourth Estate, Ep.27

The Media Bias Chart, feat. Vanessa Otero—The Fourth Estate, Ep.26

Billy Graham, and more struggles at Newsweek—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.25

“Fawning” Kim Yo-Jong, NYT hiring problems, and Kate Bowler’s grace—The Fourth Estate Podcast, Ep.24

Ratings & Reviews

Facts are friends

Succinct and helpful

Excellent Podcast

Concise, informative, and entertaining

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