Dispatches: Journalism in an Age of Risk and Renewal

Hollie reflects on the perils and purpose of modern journalism. From documenting imprisoned reporters abandoned by U.S.-funded outlets, to navigating the blurred lines between truth-telling and propaganda in a digital storm of influencers, Hollie and Dennis examine the shrinking space for press freedom worldwide. Hollie also shares how motherhood has reshaped her professional compass, balancing the risks of frontline reporting with the responsibilities of raising a child,  the psychological toll of conflict reporting, and the enduring importance of human-centered storytelling in an era where virality often eclipses truth.  Support the showVisit holliesmckay.substack.com