Diana Jean Schemo: Investigative Journalism & Double Exposure Film Festival

In this special Election Day episode of The Truth In This Art, join me as I sit down with Diana Jean Schemo, co-founder of  100Reporters and the visionary behind Double Exposure,, America’s first and only film festival dedicated to the exciting intersection between investigative journalism and visual storytelling. Diana Jean Schemo’s career spans over 25 years, including work at The New York Times and The Baltimore Sun, where her investigative reporting earned her a Pulitzer Prize nomination.

We explore Diana Jean Schemo's enduring commitment to unearthing truth and holding power to account, a mission that fuels Double Exposure’s impactful lineup of investigative films. Through its unique festival format, Diana Jean Schemo brings together filmmakers and journalists, highlighting stories that challenge the status quo and shine a light on issues that shape our world.

Tune in if you're intrigued by the role of journalism in democracy or curious about how Diana Jean Schemo uses film to bring urgent issues to the forefront. This conversation with Diana Jean Schemo is a timely look at how storytelling and journalism can drive meaningful change.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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