Oregon Media Insiders

Wow! Someone who knows what it takes. Or, took. Actual local radio news production is gone. All that’s left is to repeat what’s on TV or in print. That’s what I was trying (too hard) to change.

People are unwilling to speak up--for reasons found in precisely the cautionary tale playing out in my case: Best to keep your head down, shut up, and don't attract any attention! Rebecca? She must be a real b____. What’s wrong with her? Why doesn’t she shut up?

What could possibly be important about actual journalists reporting on events, and verifying facts? What’s WRONG with having just anyone simply blab on the radio about whatever they hear on TV or stumble across online?

Shouldn’t people who care about that listen to OPB?

I guess so.

I fantasized that there was still a place for/need for legitimate broadcast journalism on commercial stations. (John Erickson, K103, and I shared that delusion.)

So, thanks to all who wrote an encouraging note on this site. I’m glad to be out of the snake pit!