In this podcast series, members of the research team, journalists, and other experts discuss the state of media and media democracy across Europe. Their goal? To deepen the knowledge about how different media serve democratic functions for various audiences under specific conditions.
The first episode of the MeDeMAP podcast is now available, featuring an in-depth discussion with project coordinator, Josef Seethaler from the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW). As Austria’s largest non-university research and science institution, the OeAW plays a pivotal role in advancing scientific knowledge, and Seethaler brings valuable insights into the primary goals and objectives of the MeDeMAP project.
In this inaugural episode, Josef Seethaler underscores the significance of the MeDeMAP project, which aims to explore and shape the future of media in Europe. The conversation also sheds light on how the project aims to strengthen democratic processes and foster inclusive citizenship by improving citizens’ understanding of the European media landscape. Throughout the set of episodes, members of the research team, journalists and other experts discuss the state of media and media democracy across Europe to understand how different media serve democratic functions for various audiences under specific conditions.
MeDeMAP – Mapping Media for Future Democracies (HE 101094984) seeks to enhance informed democracies and boost civic engagement by providing critical insights into media production’s accountability, transparency, and effectiveness. The findings from the project intend to provide a deeper understanding of the role of media in democratic societies.
The podcast is available in audio and video format. Visit the project’s YouTube and Spotify channels to follow project updates