Brooke Gladstone is an American journalist and media analyst, known for her incisive examination of news and media. Her approach delves deeply into the narratives that shape our understanding of the world, dissecting how information is presented and consumed. Through her work, Gladstone illuminates the mechanics of media coverage, prompting readers to critically engage with the information they encounter daily. She champions media literacy and critical thinking in an era of constant information flow.
Every week, the award winning journalist Brooke Gladstone, along with her co- host Bob Garfield, reaches 1.3 million listeners through more than 300 NPR affiliate stations with NYC Studios on the Media, a smart and witty news magazine that analyses media and how it shapes our perceptions of the world.
New York Times Bestseller With a New Afterword “A comic book with zest and brains—one that just might help a reader understand the brave new world.” —The New Yorker A million listeners trust NPR’s Brooke Gladstone to guide them through the complexities of the modern media. Bursting onto the page in vivid comics by acclaimed artist Josh Neufeld, this brilliant radio personality guides us through two millennia of media history, debunking the notion that “The Media” is an external force beyond our control and equipping us to be savvy consumers and shapers of the news. An invaluable introduction to how the media works from one of the acknowledged masters of the industry, this tenth anniversary edition brings the story up to date, with new illustrations and an afterword that offers a deep examination of the rise of social media and the public’s responsibility in a time of division and disinformation.