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Ever wonder how local news stories come to life? Matter of Fact goes beyond the headlines to show how community journalism works — and why it matters. Produced by the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center, which is supported by the Scripps Howard Foundation and The University of Southern Mississippi, each episode pulls back the curtain on storytelling — from first idea to final edit. Through candid conversations with reporters, editors and community members, we explore what it takes to tell stories that build trust, spark conversations and strengthen truth-based journalism.

A Matter of Facts is a personal journey into the world of quizzes. At the start Shaun enters the World Quiz Grand Prix, pitching his knowledge against the nation's finest minds, including Eggheads and Chasers...he fails. Unperturbed, he sets out to improve his skills through memory training, practice and even hypnosis in an attempt to move himself up the rankings of the quizzing elite. His adventure sees him get his old quizzing 'band' back together to see if he can triumph in the leagues.

"Facts Matter" investigates complex issues based on the principles of traditional journalism: no spin, no favorites. We give you the facts—you decide the rest.

Spies in the White House? Alcoholic rat armies? Conan Doyle as a sports reporter? In this series, Rathindra Basu and Joy Bhattacharjya, two senior media professionals and trivia enthusiasts from India, have fun with facts and news from the world of music, books, film, sports, history, science, language etc. Every other week, they will share interesting anecdotes, funny news items and decipher interesting word origins. Fans of trivia can also try contest questions and see Joy and Rathin try to fool each other as well! Reach out to Joy and Rathin at factofthematterindia@gmail.com.

Discussion about the lies, the myths, and propaganda that permeate mainstream media and society. The goal of this podcast is to inform and support the understanding of what is true and real versus what are lies, myths, and propaganda. Warning! You might be challenged or triggered.

Today's media and political landscapes are littered with untrustworthy sources and the dangerous concept of fake news. This accessible guide helps you fight this deeply troubling trend and ensure that truth is not a permanent casualty. Written by Capitol Hill veteran and author Bruce Bartlett, The Truth Matters presents actionable tips and tricks for consuming news critically, judging sources, using fact-checking sites, avoiding confirmation bias, identifying trustworthy experts, and more.

Here is comprehensive overview of the tumultuous career of former Fox News president Roger Ailes and a must-read for anyone looking to understand his legacy and impact on news media. Based on the meticulous research of the news watchdog organization Media Matters for America, David Brock and...