Reluctantly learning from my boyfriend’s favorite news creator

“Ok I have a wild suggestion👀” was the text I got from my boyfriend on Feb. 22. Dylan wanted us to attend a “carnival” featuring the journalist/documentarian/news creator Andrew Callaghan in Medford the following Saturday. Dylan, one of Callaghan’s 3.46 million YouTube subscribers, learned about the tour from watching one of the 28-year-old Channel 5...

6 April 2026 at 06:06 pm

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Reluctantly learning from my boyfriend’s favorite news creator

On February 22, I received a text from my boyfriend, Dylan, suggesting we attend an upcoming event in Medford featuring Andrew Callaghan, a journalist, documentarian, and news creator. Dylan, who is one of Callaghan's 3.46 million YouTube subscribers, had learned about the event through one of Callaghan's latest videos. As a journalist working at Nieman Lab, where I cover the future of news in the digital age, Dylan argued that I should be paying attention to Callaghan's work.

Initially, I was hesitant to engage with Callaghan's content, as Dylan had mentioned that his overtly comedic and often crude videos did not seem like pinnacles of journalistic integrity. However, Dylan's perspective shifted in the summer of 2020 after the killing of George Floyd. At that time, Callaghan released a six-minute video titled "Minneapolis Protest." While other local and national outlets were looping clips of protesters being tear-gassed, looting, and burning a Target, Callaghan's coverage was different. He actually spoke to the protestors, including those setting buildings on fire.

Dylan shared with me that Callaghan's approach was unique because he went beyond the surface-level reporting that dominated the narrative. The people Callaghan interviewed were critical of other news organizations, accusing them of portraying the protesters in a negative light by only showing specific incidents. This shift in perspective intrigued me, as it highlighted the importance of direct engagement with sources and the need for journalists to delve deeper into stories.

Since then, Callaghan has covered a range of topics, from a Hollywood antivax rally to the Irish Language Revival. He has even crossed borders and gotten arrested, reporting in both English and Spanish. His work has evolved, demonstrating a commitment to authentic storytelling and a willingness to take risks in his pursuit of the truth.

Attending the event in Medford allowed me to witness firsthand the impact of Callaghan's work. The crowd was eager to engage with him, asking questions and sharing their own experiences. It was clear that Callaghan's approach resonated with people, offering a fresh perspective on news storytelling.

As I left the event, I reflected on Dylan's insistence that I watch Callaghan's videos. While I still have reservations about the comedic elements, I acknowledge the value in Callaghan's direct interaction with sources and his willingness to explore complex topics. His work serves as a reminder that journalism can be both informative and engaging, and that there is always room to learn from diverse perspectives in the world of news.

In the end, Dylan's suggestion to attend the event with Andrew Callaghan proved to be a valuable opportunity. It not only allowed me to witness the impact of his work but also challenged me to reconsider my own biases and expand my understanding of journalism in the digital age.

Source: Nieman Lab

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