
The Kicker is a podcast on the media and the world today. It comes out twice a month, hosted by Megan Greenwell and produced by Amanda Darrach for the Columbia Journalism Review. It is available wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 335 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

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I’ve never heard of this podcast before but I really enjoyed the most recent episode, “Kai Ryssdal Was America’s Economic Voice of Reason This Week.”
Straight talk about an important subject from educated, thoughtful people. Who could ask for more.
I’ll be listening to more episodes in the future.
This is a Peabody-worthy podcast - a phantasmagorical tale - that’s real - told well with humor and sympathy, to a point. The format suits the listener with a wonderful Q&A format with mind boggling detail. Susie Banikarim is a superstar and Josh Hersh is a fantastic foil. I great listen without the usual tedious podcast repetition.
Great listen - very well done.
Really enjoying the episodes about the downfall of Ozy Media - thank you!
Great interviews + fantastic series that goes deep on the rise and fall of Ozy media. Thoughtful and well-reported.
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The show centers on media, journalism, and the broader information landscape, often featuring in-depth conversations with reporters, editors, and industry thinkers. Episodes frequently explore how reporting tactics, newsroom ethics, and power dynamics shape public discourse, with guests ranging from local and national journalists to scholars and nonprofit newsroom leaders. A notable strength is its ability to blend practical newsroom insights with broader political and technology issues, making complex dynamics accessible for fellow professionals and curious listeners alike. The format often includes rigorous analysis, personal storytelling from journalists, and thoughtful critique of modern media ecosystems, which can be especially valuabl... more
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The Kicker launched 10 years ago and published 335 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Kicker include:
1. Alison Gerber
2. Ruth Ann Harnisch
3. Anna Sproul-Latimer
4. Kenya Hunter
5. Deb Perelman
6. Olivia Messer
7. Melody Mercado
8. Tim Marchman
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