In this episode, host Pat Whalen interviews Robert Costa, CBS News' Chief Election and Campaign Correspondent. They delve into the importance of journalism's role in democracy, Costa's journey from music journalism to becoming a prominent political reporter, and the impact of his investigative approach on American politics.

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction

06:55 Music and Journalism: A Unique Blend

19:26 Early Journalism and Investigative Reporting

25:37 Reflections on Tim Russert and Journalism

34:29 Middle East Ceasefire and Journalism Challenges

35:23 Humanizing President Biden

39:05 National Review and Conservative Reporting

55:02 Populism and Political Movements

59:53 Looking Ahead: Political Landscape and Future Reporting

Resources

• Checkout Peril and The Woodward Trilogy: Fear, Rage and Peril by Robert Costa and Bob Woodward
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Production by Retriever

• Produced and edited by Princess Sims
• Sound Design by Dane Dickmann