Attention Quote by Sarah Stillman
“There is space for a different kind of investigative reporting that's about immersion and obsessive attention to detail and deep listening.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2020
Immersive investigative journalism demands deep listening and meticulous detail to uncover hidden truths.
In simple terms: Immersive reporting needs careful listening and detail.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize depth over breadth.
Themes
journalism
investigation
detail
listening
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
explanatory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- documentary projects
- in-depth feature stories
- community immersion
- audio journalism
Key Concepts
immersive reporting
ethnography
narrative depth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can journalists balance depth with deadlines?
- What tools aid deep listening?
A Different Perspective
Depth can be time‑consuming and costly.
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