The Backstory
Podcast Description
The Backstory is a podcast produced by the North Dakota News Cooperative (NDNC), offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the stories shaping North Dakota. Hosted by NDNC CEO Sabrina Halvorson, the series features in-depth discussions with reporter Michael Standaert, who shares insights into his investigative process and provides fresh perspectives on the state's pressing issues. Each episode illuminates the journalistic journey, enhancing your understanding of local news.Episodes cover a range of topics, including public health crises, federal funding impacts on local institutions, agricultural challenges, and immigration policies affecting North Dakota communities. The podcast aims to deepen listeners' understanding of the news by exploring the reporting process and the stories behind the headlines.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as public health crises, the impact of federal funding on local institutions, agricultural challenges, and immigration policies affecting North Dakota communities. For instance, Episode 1 covers a potential measles outbreak and its reporting implications, while Episode 2 discusses the experiences of veterans in the state, providing context on their challenges and societal contributions.

The Backstory is a podcast produced by the North Dakota News Cooperative (NDNC), offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the stories shaping North Dakota. Hosted by NDNC CEO Sabrina Halvorson, the series features in-depth discussions with reporter Michael Standaert, who shares insights into his investigative process and provides fresh perspectives on the state’s pressing issues. Each episode illuminates the journalistic journey, enhancing your understanding of local news.
Episodes cover a range of topics, including public health crises, federal funding impacts on local institutions, agricultural challenges, and immigration policies affecting North Dakota communities. The podcast aims to deepen listeners’ understanding of the news by exploring the reporting process and the stories behind the headlines.

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