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    December 10, 2018
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    #256 The Dependent Press
    The Canadian federal government plans to issue nearly $600M in tax credits and incentives to bolster the country's media industry over the next five years. What will this mean for the independence of the Canadian press? And will CANADALAND be applying for funds?
    Jesse Brown
    Host & Publisher

    Jesse speaks with American media critic and NYU professor, Jay Rosen.

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    This episode is sponsored by Audible, Hover, and Sock Club. 

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