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Michael Blanding

@michaelblanding

Michael Blanding is a journalist with more than 25 years of experience, covering media, crime, culture, and the environment. His work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, Wired, The New Republic, Slate, The Nation, and others. His most recent book, “The Map Thief,” was named an NPR Book of the Year in 2014.

Climate Coverage that Engages Audiences Without Overwhelming Them

Climate Coverage that Engages Audiences Without Overwhelming Them

Using infrared photography, virtual reality, and other reporting techniques to make visible the unseen causes of the climate crisis
February 13, 2020
Where Does Journalism End and Activism Begin?

Where Does Journalism End and Activism Begin?

The polarized political moment raises fresh questions in newsrooms about the line between reporting and advocacy
August 21, 2018
Can "Extreme Transparency" Fight Fake News and Create More Trust With Readers?

Can “Extreme Transparency” Fight Fake News and Create More Trust With Readers?

From posting raw footage to explaining reporting methods, more journalists are showing their work
March 23, 2018
Covering Climate Change, with Urgency and Creativity

Covering Climate Change, with Urgency and Creativity

A look at news outlets bringing innovation, urgency and new audiences to stories on climate change
August 28, 2017
Covering Sexual Assault

Covering Sexual Assault

Reporting on rape and sexual assault challenges journalists to build trust with sources and avoid injecting bias into the story
March 15, 2017
The Value of Slow Journalism in the Age of Instant Information

The Value of Slow Journalism in the Age of Instant Information

As news cycles speed up, 'slow' journalists take months—even years—to report and tell in-depth stories
August 19, 2015