#22 Google and Journalism with Richard Gingras

#22 Google and Journalism with Richard Gingras

Author: UO School of Journalism and Communication, Damian Radcliffe February 20, 2019 Duration: 30:47
In this special edition, we are joined by Richard Gingras, Vice President of News at Google. He and host Damian Radcliffe discuss Google's role in supporting journalism, how the internet has disrupted the business model, and what skills young journalists need to develop. Gingras' interview was part of a wider visit to the University of Oregon in February 2019, which included delivering the annual Ruhl Lecture. www.journalism.uoregon.edu/about/events/ruhl-lecture Timestamps: 0:45 - Richard explains his current role at Google 1:53 - Differences in freedom of expression around the world 3:31 - What will you talk about in the Ruhl Lecture? 6:10 - How is Google trying to address the big questions facing the communications industries? 9:05 - Google's role supporting data journalism and journalism's business model 15:02 - How the internet changed the newspaper industry 20:48 - How Google is responding to changing dialogue about Silicon Valley 24:33 - Change is constant. What tech should we be keeping an eye on? 26:45 - What skills do young journalists need to focus on? Read the transcript for this episode: https://www.scribd.com/document/463717037/Demystifying-Media-22-Google-and-Journalism-with-Richard-Gingras

Trying to make sense of the relentless shifts in our media landscape can feel overwhelming. Demystifying Media at the University of Oregon exists to pull back the curtain on that process, offering a grounded space for understanding. Stemming from the Hearst Demystifying Media Series within the UO School of Journalism and Communication, this podcast is hosted by professor Damian Radcliffe, who guides conversations that feel more like insightful seminars than formal interviews. You’ll hear directly from leading media practitioners, innovators, and scholars who are shaping the field right now. Episodes dig into the practical realities of digital developments in journalism and communication, exploring their implications for business, entrepreneurship, and the broader technological tools that redefine how stories are told and consumed. Rather than offering abstract theory, the discussions focus on tangible changes and future possibilities, making complex ideas accessible. It’s a resource for anyone curious about the forces transforming our information ecosystem, from students and educators to professionals navigating these changes daily. Tune in for a thoughtful analysis of the evolving relationships between creators, audiences, and the platforms that connect them.
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