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RNR #29 LIVE: Debate call-in, testing a new format

Chris — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 02:30:41 +0000

In this episode: we tested out a new show format for the Richmond News Review - live podcasting with listener call-in participation. It was a little rough around the edges compared to the usual podcast, but we did have a few callers as we prepped for the Presidential debate, and we talked about what this kind of broadcast means for media and information exchange in Richmond. Enjoy!

Let us know what you think about this additional format - or even better, join us for the next RNR Live show on Wednesday, October 1st 2008 at 8:30 PM. You can just listen or join our live show chat room, but you can also call in with your phone or computer to share your thoughts - learn more about participating in our live broadcasts.

You can post your comments below, or e-mail us at letters@richmondnewsreview.com. We appreciate your feedback!

RNR #28: Third party presidential campaign interview

Chris — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 03:20:38 +0000

In this episode: an interview with Richmond resident Melissa Hill about her work on the Ralph Nader presidential campaign, and third party politics in general. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

Ralph Nader campaign website
Cynthia McKinney campaign website
Bob Barr campaign website
FairVote.org
Project Vote Smart
honeybeehill - Melissa's online store of handcrafted items

Tell us what you think about this episode of RNR. You can post your comments below, or e-mail us at letters@richmondnewsreview.com. We appreciate your feedback!

RNR #27: Local media happenings, new blogs

Chris — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:34:04 +0000

In this episode: a roundup of recent developments in local and regional news media. Plus, some new and updated local blogs to check out. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

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RNR #26: Convention center tax, local food, Model T birthday

Chris — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:48:19 +0000

In this episode: a new food and beverage tax proposal stirs some local blood, and highlights from Richmond's first 100-Mile Radius Potluck. Plus, the connections between our current day energy issues and celebrating the birthday of the Model T Ford. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

Pal-Item story: Opinions differ on tax
Pal-Item editorial: City council shouldn't rush to approve tax
YouTube Video: 100-Mile Radius Potluck
More about the 100-Mile Radius Potluck
Centennial Model T Ford Party

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RNR #25: President Bill Clinton visits Richmond, Indiana (UPDATED)

Chris — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 03:35:27 +0000

In this episode: a special edition devoted to former President Bill Clinton's recent visit to Richmond, including interviews from the scene with those who attended. Enjoy!

Links related to this week's show:

Pal-Item Article: Charismatic Clinton charms Richmond crowd
Flickr Event Photos from the Wayne County Indiana Group
Pal-Item Event Photos
Pal-Item Video

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Updated 3/23: The first version of this post contained a link to the MP3 file of Clinton's full speech, and apparently some feed readers (including iTunes) may have downloaded the speech instead of the podcast episode. Please refresh your feed reader, or just click on the "Download" link below. Sorry for the confusion.

RNR #24: Under-covered stories, new local podcast, live chat

Chris — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:20:25 +0000

In this abbreviated episode: under-reported stories from 2007, and a new local podcast. Plus, information about a chat room just for discussing local news and issues. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

Under-reported story: Richmond Mayor signs U.S. Climate Protection Agreement
Under-reported story: Contaminants keep lake closed
Under-reported event: 2007 Alternative Gift Fair
Under-reported story: Lack of good local news coverage
New local podcast: The Earlham College Podcast
Live chat room for Richmond and Wayne County: Live-Richmond.com

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RNR #23: Debate bid followup, buying local, media coverage gaps

Chris — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 03:21:50 +0000

In this episode: how we can still host a Presidential Debate, the loss of another local business and what it really means to buy local, upcoming events, and a holiday rant. Plus, a call for your submissions to our year-end review of gaps in local media coverage. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

Pal-Item Article: Richmond denied '08 debate
News Releases: Richmond, Bloomington, Indiana not selected for debate sites
Citizen's Debate Commission and the Open Debates movement
Pal-Item Article: Sacred Grounds closing
Richmond/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce: Buy Local Campaign
Local Events from WayNet.org
Article: Popularity of inflatable lawn figures is blowing up
Call for submissions: What stories did Richmond media miss in 2007?

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RNR #22: Pal-Item update interview, crowdsourcing, book review

Chris — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 02:17:03 +0000

In this episode: an interview with Palladium-Item Online Editor Jason Truitt. Plus, notes about happenings in online media and citizen journalism, and a review of Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore’s book, The Assault on Reason. Read more below for links from this episode. Enjoy!

Links from segments in this week's show:

The Earlham Word Online lives, sort of
Liveblogged transcript from the Richmond Mayoral Debate
Live-Richmond.com chat room
The Palladium-Item and their Mayoral Candidates Blog
About the Networked Journalism Summit
On The Media from NPR
Al Gore's The Assault on Reason and the original full review

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RNR #21: The future of a citizen journalist podcast

Chris — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 17:04:47 +0000

Long time no podcast, eh? Thanks for being patient. In an abbreviated episode, I share some thoughts on the origins, purpose and future of this podcast, with nifty sound effects thrown in. The bottom line: we need your input.

Tell us what you think about the future of the RNR. You can post your comments below, e-mail us, or call (765) 997-1727 and leave us a voicemail. We appreciate your feedback!

RNR #20: Local media changes, possibilities, events

Chris — Mon, 07 May 2007 01:26:05 +0000

In this episode: for everything there is a season, and it's about time one rolled around for an RNR podcast episode. We'll talk about changes in the air, changes in local media, and more. Read more below for links from this episode. Enjoy!

Links from stories in this week's show:

RNR post: WCTV live broadcasts hampered by Insight Communications
Pal-Item Story: Cable line problems resolved in time for college, RHS ceremonies
RNR post: Pal-Item scales back public Editorial Board meetings
Blog post: When they come for your radio... on the sale of WVXR 89.3 FM
The Wayne County Time Bank
Events from WayNET.org
Election Day Information

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