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In-depth conversations about the craft of journalism and storytelling, presented by the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard. Hosted by Mark Armstrong, editor of Nieman Storyboard, founder (emeritus) of Longreads and co-founder of the podcast company Ursa.

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Writer, author, and cultural critic Sasha Bonét joins Storyboard contributor Christina M. Tapper for a wide-ranging conversation about Bonét’s writing process for “The Waterbearers,” a memoir about mothers and daughters. Bonét and Tapper discuss surr... more

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On the latest episode of the Nieman Storyboard podcast, journalist Claudia Rowe joins Storyboard Editor Mark Armstrong to discuss her most recent book, “Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care,” which has been named a finalist for... more

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On the latest episode of the Nieman Storyboard podcast, award-winning journalist, author, and producer Danyel Smith joins Storyboard contributor Christina M. Tapper to discuss building the confidence to tell her own story and being a model for others... more

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What makes an editor-writer relationship work? We sit down with a reporter and editor who have achieved something of a rarity in the news business — a 16-year partnership across multiple publications. 

Michael Kruse and his editor, Bill Duryea, firs... more

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Recent Guests

Sasha Bonét
Writer and cultural critic, author of 'The Waterbearers'
Columbia University and Barnard College
Episode: Sasha Bonét on ‘leaving room for the story to shape itself’ and how a family home can become a character
Danyel Smith
Award-winning journalist and author of 'Shine Bright', a personal history of Black women in pop.
Episode: Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story
Sam Wolson
Interactive Visual Features Editor at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: The New Yorker's Sam Wolson on interactive storytelling about a mother and her trans teenager leaving the U.S.
Mallary Tenore Tarpley
Author of the new book 'Slip, Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery'
University of Texas at Austin's Moody College of Communication and McCombs School of Business
Episode: Mallary Tenore Tarpley on writing about eating disorders and navigating ‘the messy middle’ in recovery
Dana A. Williams
Professor of African American literature and Dean of the Graduate School at Howard University.
Howard University
Episode: Author Dana A. Williams on what Toni Morrison can teach us about editing
Drew Harwell
Tech reporter for The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Tech reporter Drew Harwell on the very online life of a 24/7 Twitch streamer
Akiba Solomon
Award-winning journalist and senior editor at The Marshall Project
The Marshall Project
Episode: The Marshall Project's Akiba Solomon on how journalists write about incarceration
Makena Kelly
Senior Writer at Wired covering politics and technology
Wired
Episode: Wired's Makena Kelly on Elon Musk, DOGE, and breaking news narratives
Erika Hayasaki
Professor at UC Irvine in the Literary Journalism Program, author of two books and a newsletter focused on narrative journalism.
UC Irvine
Episode: Erika Hayasaki on trauma-informed reporting and celebrating the 'reported essay'

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Mark Armstrong
Editor of Nieman Storyboard and founder (emeritus) of Longreads, he brings extensive experience in journalism and narrative storytelling to the discussions.

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    Looking forward to listening to all your upcoming podcasts!

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    United States8 months ago

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Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story
Q: What are you working on now?
Danyel reveals that her next memoir will focus on her experiences in the 90s while working with various music publications, reflecting on her life and career during that time.
Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story
Q: What compromises are you unwilling to make in the work you do?
Danyel states she won't use a semicolon in her work, emphasizing a clear and concise use of punctuation to protect her writing.
Danyel Smith on developing taste as a writer and building confidence to tell your own story
Q: How did you learn to own your space in the stories that you write?
Danyel mentions that owning her narrative requires discipline and perspective, often reminding herself of her worth, which is sometimes reinforced through mentorship.
Mallary Tenore Tarpley on writing about eating disorders and navigating ‘the messy middle’ in recovery
Q: What advice would you have for other journalists on how to resist the tidy narrative and how to tell stories within that middle?
Tarpley emphasizes the importance of asking granular questions that encourage interviewees to share the nuanced steps of their recovery rather than focusing solely on the extremes.
Mallary Tenore Tarpley on writing about eating disorders and navigating ‘the messy middle’ in recovery
Q: How did this book project begin for you?
Mallary Tenore Tarpley explains how she has been working on this book throughout her life, with various drafts that changed, and how she moved forward in 2020 by pursuing an MFA to gain the necessary structure and support for her project.

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The content focuses on in-depth conversations surrounding the craft of journalism and storytelling, particularly emphasizing the importance of personal narratives and the experiences behind various journalistic practices. Episodes often cover diverse topics including trauma-informed reporting, narrative techniques, local storytelling, and the interplay between journalism and modern technology. Notable guests, including award-winning journalists and authors, provide valuable insights and share their unique perspectives on the challenges and responsibilities faced by journalists today. The engaging discussions seek to illuminate the intricacies of storytelling, ethics, and the evolving landscape of media, making this a rich resource for both ... more

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