Who gets to call themselves a journalist in the newsletter age?

This episode of The Swanston Explainer explores the question: Should everyone have a voice online? And who gets to call themselves a journalist in the newsletter age. Host Juliet Bond and reporter Danae Tsakalakis investigate how platforms like Substack are transforming journalism by giving anyone the power to publish. They unpack the tension between accessibility and credibility, examining the dangers of misinformation and the loss of editorial oversight. Featuring journalist and researcher Sushi Das, the episode questions what “good journalism” means today and whether digital freedom strengthens or undermines public trust.By Juliet Bond, Danae Tsakalakis, and Elara Yau