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The Catch Up Episode 9

Episode 9: The Catch Up Episode 9

Walter Mullen and Emily Sachar tackle false ICE raid rumors that panicked Red Hook and the chaotic Democratic Caucus that had to be invalidated due to procedural errors. Plus listener Q&A on newsroom operations.

Show notes

Daily Catch Publisher Walter Mullen and Editor Emily Sachar discuss the two major local disruptions. First, they investigate how false rumors about an ICE raid in Red Hook sparked community-wide panic before being debunked through careful reporting.They also explore the recent Democratic Caucus debacle, where procedural errors and poor communication resulted in the caucus being declared invalid and requiring a do-over. Throughout the discussion, they analyze the broader impact on Red Hook politics and highlight how local journalism serves as a crucial check against misinformation, wrapping up with a listener Q&A about behind-the-scenes newsroom practices.

Produced by Emily Sachar, Walter Mullin, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud at the Radio Free Rhinecilff studio

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Walter Mullin

Walter Mullin

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Emily Sachar

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