Join San Diego media peers on Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. for a free, informative Zoom Q&A with local power media couple Jackie Bryant and Jesse Marx. Both are established journos who’ve been on staff and freelanced for various news outlets. Currently, the married couple teach and advise students at San Diego State University. They’ll talk about media career tracks, the evolving industry landscape, how to be inspired by journalism and when to pivot. Tune in for a lively discussion. Register today!
Join San Diego media peers on Tuesday, January 20 at 6 p.m. for a free, informative Zoom Q&A with “The Dean” of San Diego media.
Nelson will share advice on current trends and candidly explore the state of local journalism. Hear from:
The founder/director of the journalism program at Point Loma Nazarene University.
The author of 14 books, including the two-part series Talking to Writers, and Talk To Me: How To Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers, and Interview Anyone Like a Pro.
Host of PLNU’s annual Writer’s Symposium By The Sea.
The San Diego Press Club presented “Bridging Divides and Staying Sane: Strategies for Fruitful Political Interactions & Maintaining Equilibrium,” an in-person panel discussion at San Diego City College on April 8, 2025.
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In this time of shifting media landscapes, journalists need strategies to communicate effectively with all sides of the political divide and stay sane. This live panel discussion will address how to maintain balance in this challenging time.
Panelists included:
Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider, a licensed psychotherapist, executive coach, corporate trainer, and author of the award-winning book “Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology” (Buy it from Warwick’s online here). She is also a coping skills expert with over 25 years of experience helping people manage emotions and conflicts. Dr. Schneider blogs for Psychology Today and writes the award-winning Manage Anger Daily blog. She has also blogged for Forbes and Women in Crime Ink, which the Wall Street Journal named a “blog worth reading.”
Brady Young, an Alliance Co-Chair and Lead Event Organizer for Braver Angels, a nonprofit focused on depolarizing American politics. Along with Co-Chair Kelly Simmons, Brady facilitates discussions and events in San Diego to foster understanding across political divides. He also organizes online workshops and debates, engaging participants nationwide in conversations about key political issues. Brady works in Academic Affairs and Curriculum Development at the Franciscan School of Theology at the University of San Diego.
Albert H. Fulcher, a longtime managing editor, editor, freelance writer and photographer. Fulcher has dedicated over 10 years of service to the San Diego Press Club as a board member and past president.
The panel is part of the Press Club’s longstanding “Nuts & Bolts” educational series, which is part of the Press Club’s professional development program.
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