Shorenstein Center

We're excited to announce the launch of the Fandom and Social Connection Initiative, a new research lab led by Todd Rogers and supported by FOX Sports.

This three-year initiative will explore how sports fandom strengthens relationships, fosters connection, and creates shared joy—while examining how fan communities might help address social challenges like loneliness and polarization.

Details here: fandomandconnection.org

Ted Turner changed the landscape of news and public discourse. In 2001, the Shorenstein Center honored him with the Goldsmith Career Award for Excellence in Journalism. Today, we share his acceptance speech to remember his bold ideas, his commitment to public service, and the enduring impact of his work: https://loom.ly/LqIojz4

Meet the finalists for our 2026 Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting! Read more about this incredible group of reporters and the stories they uncovered, and join us April 9 when we announce the winner live at the Goldsmith Awards Ceremony: https://loom.ly/q1VDZmI

Who can deploy the National Guard, and what can they be called up to do?
Following Governor Tim Walz’s recent deployment of the Minnesota National Guard, we’re taking a look back at our Unlocked episode with Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick as he explains the chain of command, the legal framework, and how state and federal roles interact. https://loom.ly/eZhuiMg

Unlocked: Who controls the National Guard? - The Shorenstein Center Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick joins host Nancy Gibbs for a deep dive on the National Guard—covering everything from how and when they can be deployed to who holds command and who foots the bill. Drawing from his own experiences calling up the Guard during the Boston Marathon Bombing,...