1. How Journalism Can Fight Misinformation & Build Community Power | Dr. Cirien Saadeh Gregg M. Goldfarb 30:31

What if journalism could be more than reporting headlines? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg welcomes Dr. Cirien Saadeh—educator, community organizer, and founder of the Journalism of Color Training Center. Together, they explore how journalism can fight misinformation, build community power, and drive social change—especially in marginalized communities.

Dr. Saadeh shares her journey from grassroots organizing in Minnesota to directing sustainability and justice programs at Prescott College. She explains why media literacy is essential for combating disinformation, how hyperlocal journalism empowers communities, and why grassroots organizing is key to sustainable movements.

Whether you’re an organizer, educator, or simply concerned about today’s media landscape, this episode offers real-world strategies for reclaiming narratives and fostering justice.

What to expect in this episode:

  • How journalism can be a tool for social justice and community empowerment
  • Why media literacy is essential for combating misinformation and disinformation
  • Dr. Saadeh’s grassroots work training community members as local journalists
  • Lessons on relational, hyperlocal organizing that actually builds power
  • How education and advocacy are shaping the next generation of changemakers

 

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