E101: Access to Autopsy Reports
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Rebecca Snyder sits down with Ryan Little, data editor at The Baltimore Banner, to explore the power of data in investigative journalism. They discuss the role of data analysis in uncovering major trends, particularly in Baltimore’s opioid crisis. Ryan shares insights into the challenges of accessing public records, the legal battle over autopsy data and how their reporting revealed surprising overdose hotspots. They also touch on the implications of a new Maryland bill that could restrict access to vital public health data. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on transparency and the fight for public information.
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1. Meet Ryan Little of The Baltimore Banner (00:00:00)
2. The role of data in journalism (00:02:20)
3. Investigating Baltimore's opioid crisis (00:07:30)
4. Legal battles over public data (00:15:45)
5. The future of data access & journalism (00:30:10)
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