Why do you listen to NPR? News media and journalism?

by ashoe

Why do you listen to NPR instead of. . . . . . . .

well, ahem, ahem, why do you listen to NPR?

**Substantial** answers requested. In additional words, as much substance as possible.

Thank you for your answers.
EDIT: Disclaimer – the above question in no way was intended to present any negative view of any entity in media, news, journalism, or commentary.

Answer by I Bent My Wookie
I like the in-depth coverage. They take time to tell the whole tale instead of just a 10 sec sound bite. They also show both sides of an issue.

Answer by M13
I listen to NPR when I want to hear the details of a tale or more in-depth coverage. The tales are not just headline sound bites nor cursory overviews of tales or issues but get to the heart of matters. I may not always agree interviewers’ or interviewees’ individual biases, but the reporting of a tale allows me to draw a more intelligent understanding and opinion in the larger context.

NPR also offers many more tales that I find very fascinating that are not even touched on by mainstream media outlets. It nearly makes me feel like I am life let in on world secrets sometimes.

Oh, and I like listening in the car with my boys when we are on the road. It gives us lots of talking points for fascinating conversations.

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Jefferson Public Radio, or JPR, is an brilliant network in Oregon. Unfortunately…

I don’t watch FOX. If you get rid of the waste then maybe we may maybe really agree on social spending to save lives. Idiots that talk about NASCAR just make your side sound stupid.

Answer by King of Y!A
I like NPR! I honestly find it a rather excellent news source.

Answer by Scooterpoop
You have your priorities all incorrect.

We need to let the elderly die first so we can have the funding to kill off more babies.

Answer by vrzz
Or should we let some elderly die so that a few can watch cars drive in circles at a so called sporting event (NASCAR)? What are Republican priorities?

http://www.politicalhotwire.com/current-news-events/43465-republicans-vote-continue-government-funding-nascar.html

Edit:
Seems like NASCAR is very dear to your heart, red neck. LOL

Answer by FOOD FIGHT!
Public die.

Answer by Bunnie
Is that what they’re telling you on Faux? You need to get out more. no, and check out a neutral news source.

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