John Adams
Founder and editor of the Montana Free Press and organizer of Local News Day, experienced statehouse reporter focused on local journalism, democracy, and nonprofit news innovation.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 60min
Interview Only w/ John Adams - Bringing Local News Back From The Brink
John Adams, editor and co-founder of the Montana Free Press and nonprofit investigative reporter, reflects on why local journalism is vital. He recounts his start after Dark Money exposed undisclosed political spending. The conversation covers Local News Day, how tech and ad losses hollowed out local outlets, AI misinformation risks, and efforts to rebuild trusted community reporting.
Mar 11, 2026 • 2h 19min
Full Episode - War With Iran Is Devouring Trump’s Presidency + Bringing Local News Back From The Brink
John Adams, founder/editor of the Montana Free Press and local journalism advocate. He discusses the crisis facing local news and the rise of nonprofit statehouse reporting. Short takes on Dark Money’s influence, sustainable business models, AI misinformation risks, and how communities can support and restore trusted local outlets.
