Amy Goodman, co-founder and host of Democracy Now!, is promoting a new documentary titled “Steal This Story, Please!” that chronicles her 30-year career [1].
The project highlights the necessity of audience-funded, independent journalism to serve as a check on power and ensure a functioning democracy [1].
Goodman discussed the film during an interview that aired on WWNO on May 27, 2026 [2]. The documentary explores the challenges and triumphs of reporting outside the traditional corporate media structure. During a separate interview with AJ+, Goodman said she is committed to reporting on overlooked narratives.
"Our job is to go to where the silence is," Goodman said [1].
As part of the film's promotion, Goodman traveled to Tampa, Florida, for screenings in June 2026 [3]. The event featured two screenings scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with a question-and-answer session following each viewing [3].
Goodman has long advocated for a media model that does not rely on corporate advertisers, which she said can limit the scope of investigative reporting. By utilizing a listener-supported model, Democracy Now! maintains editorial independence while covering global events and systemic issues.
The documentary serves as both a memoir of Goodman's three decades in the field and a manifesto for independent media. It frames the act of storytelling as a tool for democratic accountability, encouraging others to take ownership of the news they consume and produce.
“"Our job is to go to where the silence is."”
The promotion of this documentary underscores a growing tension between corporate-owned media conglomerates and independent, non-profit news outlets. By emphasizing audience-funded models, Goodman is highlighting a shift toward decentralized information streams where the financial barrier between the reporter and the subject is removed, potentially increasing the transparency of government and corporate accountability.
