In this episode of (PRESS)ed, we ask a panel of experts to weigh in on the state of the media, the impact of social media on how we get and share information, and what all of this means for the future of our Democracy.

Note: if you have been waiting to find out what happens to Bonnie and Dave, don’t give up! We’ll hear more about them soon. In the meantime, please enjoy this thought-provoking conversation.

The panel discussion was taped before a live audience at Slater Mill in Pawtucket.

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This podcast is produced by the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities and The Public’s Radio as part of the “Democracy and the Informed Citizen” initiative. Administered by the Federation of State Humanities Councils, the initiative seeks to deepen the public’s knowledge and appreciation of the vital connections between democracy, the humanities and journalism. Thanks to the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation for their generous support of this initiative and the Pulitzer Prizes for their partnership.

Elisabeth Harrison's journalism background includes everything from behind-the-scenes work with the CBS Evening News to freelance documentary production. She joined the WRNI team in 2007 as a Morning Edition...