White House reporter Brian Karem (Salon) and two university journalism professors, Dr. Michael Mirer (UW-Milwaukee) and Dr. Mark Mederson (Texas State University), analyze whether news media are holding the White House accountable in their coverage.
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White House reporter Brian Karem (Salon) and two university journalism professors, Dr. Michael Mirer (UW-Milwaukee) and Dr. Mark Mederson (Texas State University), analyze whether news media are holding the White House accountable in their coverage.
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June 29, 2026
Framing Effect AUDIO
<p>A group of protesters at a Texas ICE facility were charged, convicted and now sentenced for some of the actions at that protest. Many in media are noting the seemingly harsh nature of the punishments. Also, the national state fair is struggling with attendance as we approach the 250th birthday of this nation. We discuss how corporate media are covering all of this and more on this edition of Hard Pass!</p>
June 29, 2026
Framing Effect
<p>A group of protesters at a Texas ICE facility were charged, convicted and now sentenced for some of the actions at that protest. Many in media are noting the seemingly harsh nature of the punishments. Also, the national state fair is struggling with attendance as we approach the 250th birthday of this nation. We discuss how corporate media are covering all of this and more on this edition of Hard Pass!</p>
June 22, 2026
Hormuz We Go Again! AUDIO
<p>On this episode we'll be looking at two big stories from the week! First, the potential deal to end the war with Iran has hit a snag which has led to, once again, the closing of the Strait of Hormuz (maybe?). Next, it's become the subject of a million memes - the state of the president's ordered repairs to the reflecting pool. Is this REALLY a story worthy of our attention? Find out on episode 25 of season two of Hard Pass!</p>
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