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Pass The Mic: Baltimore Based Political Journalist Osita Nwanevu Talks About the Challenges of Covering Politics

By Malarie Pinkard-Pierre,
Elizabeth Nonemaker
Published March 10, 2026 at 1:20 PM EDT
Osita Nwanevu

Political Journalist Osita Nwanevu has spoken openly about the pressures that come with political reporting and the responsibility of translating complex issues for a broad audience. He offers tips on staying grounded and connected without feeling overwhelmed by political news.

Pass the Mic
Malarie Pinkard-Pierre
Malarie Pinkard-Pierre, Senior Producer of Pass The Mic, is a seasoned multimedia and communications executive with more than 30 years of service to the Maryland community. Her distinguished career spans broadcast journalism, public affairs and community engagement leadership with Hearst Broadcasting and The School of Global Journalism and Communication at Morgan State University.
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Elizabeth Nonemaker
Elizabeth is a producer of Baltimore Public Media's Pass The Mic. She brings to that role a background as a composer, writer, educator and journalist specializing in cultural coverage.
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