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NPC Update-1 Podcast

Susan Baumel, Gemma Puglisi, Adam Konowe, Mike Hempen

Booking Overview

This is an interview-driven news and public-affairs podcast featuring journalists, media executives, public officials, political figures, and other newsworthy National Press Club speakers. Agencies could credibly pitch senior reporters, newsroom or media leaders, policy experts, elected or former government officials, and commentators with authoritative perspectives on journalism, broadcasting, politics, or major public issues; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 181

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 15.3k subscribers

Instagram: 5.8k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

rhowell@press.org

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Host

Susan Baumel - Member of the National Press Club Broadcast Podcast team and podcast interviewer.

Gemma Puglisi - Member of the National Press Club Broadcast Podcast team and podcast interviewer.

Adam Konowe - Co-chair of the National Press Club Broadcast Podcast team and podcast interviewer.

Mike Hempen - Co-chair of the National Press Club Broadcast Podcast team and podcast interviewer.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior journalists, broadcast and media executives, public officials, political figures, policy experts, and established commentators with direct expertise on significant news or public-affairs issues.
Required Achievements:  
Senior newsroom or broadcasting careers, Leadership of media organizations or publications, Elected or appointed government service, Established expertise on major public-policy or current-affairs issues

Recent Guest Discussions

Kris Goldsmith - Using Podcasting To Address Perceived Threats From Far-right Extremists, Audience Response, And The Personal Impact Of His Work.

Kathleen Kennedy Townsend - Artificial-intelligence Policy, Cybersecurity Testing, U.s. Competition With China, Midterm Elections, And The Kennedy Center.

Michael Harrison - The Future Of Media Following CBS News Radio’s Shutdown, Podcasting, Radio-network Economics, And Changes Shaping The Media Industry.

Mark Schoeff - Leading The National Press Club, Organizational Responsibilities, Club Initiatives, And Its Role As A Venue For News.

Sam Litzinger - The History And Traditions Of CBS News Radio, Edward R. Murrow And The Murrow Boys, And The Future Of Radio News.

Recent Topics

Journalism, Broadcasting, Politics, Public Affairs

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
NPC Update-1 Podcast
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NPC Member/Author Describes History of Hood-Winking in Presidential Politics

October 02, 2026

The news that Air Force One was used as a decoy in July to protect President Donald Trump from a possible assassination attempt may have sounded like something out of a political thriller. But the tactic has several precedents in American political history.Long before AI, deepfakes and social media made it possible to create convincing imposters, impersonators could fool voters in a decidedly low-tech way—as lookalikes on whistle-stop campaign trains.In this episode of Update-1, NPC member Ed...

NPC Photo Exhibit Participant Talks About His Work and Craft

September 14, 2026

The 27th annual NPC photo exhibit on display in the Club's lobby through Sept. 30 is a celebration of visual storytelling. In this edition of Update-1, Broadcast/Podcast Team co-chair Adam Konowe speaks with participant and veteran photographer Ken Hawkins about his five featured photos, as well as his experiences dating back to Jimmy Carter's rise from obscurity to the presidency. The exhibit's theme is “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness,” inspired by the 250th anniversary of the De...

Podcaster Uses New Media To Combat What He Considers Extremists Threats

August 20, 2026

Podcaster Kris Goldsmith feels legacy media does not adequately cover what he considers threats from far-right extremists. In this edition of Update-1, Goldsmith talks about how he's using his podcast to fight back, how people are reacting to it and its impact on his life.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Frequently asked questions

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NPC Update-1 Podcast
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How do I get in touch with NPC Update-1 Podcast?

NPC Update-1 Podcast is hosted by Susan Baumel and Gemma Puglisi. Its publicly listed email is rhowell@press.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for NPC Update-1 Podcast?

The publicly listed email for NPC Update-1 Podcast: rhowell@press.org.

How many listeners does NPC Update-1 Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates NPC Update-1 Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for NPC Update-1 Podcast?

NPC Update-1 Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior journalists, broadcast and media executives, public officials, political figures, policy experts, and established commentators with direct expertise on significant news or public-affairs issues. Common among recent guests: Senior newsroom or broadcasting careers; Leadership of media organizations or publications; Elected or appointed government service. Recent guests include Kris Goldsmith, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, and Michael Harrison.

How hard is it to get booked on NPC Update-1 Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does NPC Update-1 Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Journalism, Broadcasting, Politics, and Public Affairs. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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