283 Coalition unites press associations to defend journalism’s future
With legislative threats mounting at the state level, America’s Newspapers has launched a new coalition to unite press associations and publishers in defense of local journalism. In a recent E&P Reports episode, CEO Dean Ridings was joined by Alan Fisco, president of The Seattle Times and AN board member, and Debbie Anselm, the new executive director of the Iowa Newspaper Association, to unpack the coalition’s goals. Together, they made the case for why statehouse advocacy is longer optional — and how a collective voice can drive meaningful policy change. Access more at this episode’s landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/coalition-unites-press-associations-to-defend-journalisms-future,255713
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282 Print proud, data smart: Inside Charity Huff’s reinvention of 5280
After helping hundreds of publishers navigate digital transformation, Charity Huff decided to walk the walk — by acquiring Denver’s 5280 Magazine. Just four months in, she’s proving that legacy brands can thrive with a modern strategy rooted in audience, authenticity, and innovation. From rethinking revenue to doubling down on events and email, Huff is blending bold ideas with respect for tradition. Her mission: to build a community-first, future-ready media company — and show others it can be done. Access more at this episode’s landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/print-proud-data-smart-inside-charity-huffs-reinvention-of-5280,255601
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281 Should opinion journalism evolve or disappear? Live panel from the 2025 Mega-Conference
At a time when trust in journalism continues to erode, the future of opinion content is under intense scrutiny. Should newspapers continue publishing unsigned editorials and political endorsements, or is it time to rethink the role of opinion altogether? That was the focus of a live panel at the 2025 America’s Newspapers’ Mega-Conference, where hundreds of news executives gathered for this live panel discussion to share strategies, struggles, and shifting audience expectations. What emerged was a candid, sometimes surprising conversation about how opinion journalism must evolve — or risk becoming irrelevant. Access more on this episode’s landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/should-opinion-journalism-evolve-or-disappear-a-live-panel-from-the-2025-mega-conference,255476
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280 Saving the free press — before it’s too late
Press freedom is under attack — not in some distant land, but right here in the United States. From newsroom intimidation to funding cuts targeting public media, the threats are multiplying while public awareness remains dangerously low. In this powerful episode of E&P Reports, three key voices behind the Press Freedom United initiative expose the scope of the crisis — and what every publisher, journalist, and citizen can do about it. Sally Lehrman (The Trust Project), Anh-Thu Vo (PEN America), and Daniel Williams (BlueLena) don’t just ring the alarm — they offer a blueprint for action. If you care about the future of journalism in this country, this conversation is essential listening. Access more at this episode’s landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/press-freedom-united,255369
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279 Saving the story of print, one Linotype at a time: Inside the Museum of Printing
If you’ve ever marveled at a Linotype machine or debated whether Helvetica is overused, you’ve likely felt Frank Romano’s influence—even if you didn’t know it. As the founder of the Museum of Printing and author of nearly 80 books, Romano has spent a lifetime preserving the stories, machines, and ideas that shaped the modern media landscape. From brass matrices to PageMaker, he’s witnessed every disruptive shift in how we communicate. And through it all, he’s championed one unwavering belief: print is immortal. Access more at this episode’s landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/saving-the-story-of-print-one-linotype-at-a-time-inside-the-museum-of-printing,255266
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