Episode 43: Investigative Journalism

The power of journalism can be best explained by its informal title, the Fourth Estate, giving it as much power as the other three estates: for olden times, these were the clergy, nobles and the commoners, while for modern times we tend to see the first three estates as the three branches of government, or the legislative, executive and judiciary branches. Investigative journalism includes in-depth reporting and detailed investigative pieces, beyond every day happenings. In November 2021, an investigative article was published on CBC PEI, entitled “Rash of drink-spiking incidents goes unchecked by police in Charlottetown”. This article uncovers survivors’ experiences with drink tampering, sexual assault, and access to justice. Nationally, CBC’S Fifth Estate produces a number of documentary-format news reports that provide a detailed perspective on a number of issues. To chat all things investigative reporting, with us today is author and journalist, Kate McKenna.