The WPSPJ Podcast

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The WPSPJ Podcast

Welcome to the podcast of William Paterson University’s chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, known as WPSPJ, where professional voices guide us and inspire our future. We spotlight the activities of the nationally recognized Society of Professional Journalists chapter at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. We are the reporters of today and tomorrow, dedicated to SPJ’s mission of diversity and democracy, and inspiring “successive generations of talented individuals to become dedicated journalists.”

  1. 12/02/2024

    USA Today Network columnist Darren Cooper

    Send us a text Darren Cooper, a longtime sports columnist for the USA Today Network, encourages aspiring journalists to record podcasts, create social media brands, and learn how to cover multiple sports. Hosts Matthew Goldman and Tommy Sherwood connect Cooper's advice to their own reporting for campus media at William Paterson University. This podcast was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    17 min

  2. 11/25/2024

    TV news pioneer Connie Chung

    Send us a text Connie Chung describes navigating her trailblazing career as a Chinese American woman in television journalism. Hosts Tommy Sherwood, William Gifford, and Julia Menn stress the importance of reporting accurately and fairly to develop credibility with audiences. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    26 min

  3. 11/11/2024

    NBA production assistant Fatime Sela

    Send us a text Fatime Sela, a Willam Paterson alum who creates social media videos for the National Basketball Association, describes the rewards and challenges of working in the sports media industry. Hosts Matt Goldman and Will Gifford draw connections between Sela's journey and their own times in college. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    22 min

  4. 11/04/2024

    New York Post copy editor Anthony Locicero

    Send us a text Anthony Locicero, a copy editor for the New York Post, walks through his duties, including editing stories for grammar and style, fact-checking, laying out pages, and writing headlines. Hosts Tommy Sherwood and Alexander Felix compare their expectations of a copy editor's role to the realities that Locicero described. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    16 min

  5. 10/28/2024

    YES Network journalists Seth Rothman, Jeff Quagliata, and Mike Medvin

    Send us a text The WPSPJ Podcast tours YES Network in Stamford, Connecticut, with graphics coordinator Seth Rothman, research manager Jeff Quagliata, and producer Mike Medvin. Hosts Tommy Sherwood and Daniel Karp discuss the importance of preparation and research in sports journalism.

    19 min

  6. 09/16/2024

    Eyewitness News reporter Darla Miles

    Send us a text Darla Miles, a reporter for Channel 7's Eyewitness News in New York, advises young journalists to leave themselves out of the stories they cover. Host Tommy Sherwood reflects on Miles's approach to social media. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    14 min

  7. 09/09/2024

    Pioneering NFL analyst Lesley Visser

    Send us a text Lesley Visser describes the challenges that she faced as the first woman to cover the NFL and become an NFL television analyst. Host Tommy Sherwood reflects on Visser's advice for young journalists to develop confidence by learning about their beats. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    7 min

  8. 09/02/2024

    Freelance journalist Matt Villano

    Send us a text Veteran freelancer Matt Villano advises young reporters to advocate for themselves when interacting with editors. Hosts Tommy Sherwood and Patrick Groh stress the importance of developing a unique voice as a writer. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.

    13 min
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About

Welcome to the podcast of William Paterson University’s chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, known as WPSPJ, where professional voices guide us and inspire our future. We spotlight the activities of the nationally recognized Society of Professional Journalists chapter at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. We are the reporters of today and tomorrow, dedicated to SPJ’s mission of diversity and democracy, and inspiring “successive generations of talented individuals to become dedicated journalists.”

Information

  • Creator
    WPSPJ
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The WPSPJ Podcast
  • Show Website
    The WPSPJ Podcast

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