Media law is at the core of good journalism. Knowing the law and applying it is critical in the classroom. As an adviser it is our role to educate students on the law and help them to independently apply it. 
In this podcast, we will identify three key measures taught, which prove to have a large impact on student media, including the Tinker case and standard, the Hazelwood case and its repercussions, and advisers’ rights.

Host: Nicole Fuentes

MUSIC: Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod
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Media Law Made Easy

Hello and welcome to the Out in the Open podcast show. I am your host, Nicole Fuentes. Joining me today in Patchogue, New York is Samantha Desmond, a reporter from the Suffolk County News.

Samantha is a staff reporter with a history in paralegal work, creative writing, and freelancing. She is a Bayport resident and known for her openness about her mental health struggles. In her 20s she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and today she will discuss some of the misconceptions and ways to manage successfully through the ups and downs of life. 

The disorder is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. The exact cause of bipolar disorder isn’t known, but a combination of genetics, environment and altered brain structure and chemistry may play a role. Treatment is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications and psychotherapy.
Manic episodes may include symptoms such as high energy, reduced need for sleep, and loss of touch with reality. Depressive episodes may include symptoms such as low energy, low motivation, and loss of interest in daily activities. Mood episodes last days to months at a time and may also be associated with suicidal thoughts.

If you or a friend are currently experiencing a struggle please reach out to a doctor. This podcast is not meant to be a diagnostic or to provide any medical help but rather to help break the silence surrounding mental health by simply talking about it.

You can always call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center, text MHA to 741741, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. Find a local MHA affiliate who can provide services. Find a therapist. Find support groups.

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