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Inside the Mission Driven News Revolution

Inside the Mission Driven News Revolution

Update: 2025-09-08
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Today Paul sits down with Matthew Watkins, Editor-in-Chief of The Texas Tribune, for a conversation on nonprofit journalism, civic engagement, and navigating polarization in today’s media environment. Matthew shares his journey from local Texas reporting to leading one of the nation's premier nonprofit newsrooms, and offers candid insights into what makes The Tribune unique, from its funding model and newsroom culture to its commitment to transparency and nonpartisanship.




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The Texas Tribune


The Brief


T-Squared Blog


Texas Tribune Festival


Who Funds Us page


Matthew Watkins - LinkedIn




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Inside the Mission Driven News Revolution

Inside the Mission Driven News Revolution

Paul Gewuerz