How do you determine if a company or organization is mission-aligned?

At FSTV, we seek underwriting partners who share our commitment to advancing social justice, civic engagement, and equity. Mission-aligned underwriters are organizations and companies whose values and actions support the public interest, promote sustainability, and foster community well-being. Examples include: Advocacy groups, nonprofits, and foundations dedicated to social justice, environmental protection, or public health. Businesses … Continued

What type of companies do you not accept support from?

To maintain our integrity and adherence to our mission, FSTV does not accept underwriting from entities whose actions or practices conflict with our core values. These include: Corporations involved in activities harmful to communities or the environment, such as fossil fuels, private prisons, or predatory lending (gold and cryptocurrency). Entities that promote discriminatory policies or … Continued

How long can underwriting or sponsorship acknowledgements be?

An FSTV underwriting message (credit) is 15 seconds long, measured as 55-58 syllables. It begins with a preamble from FSTV, then the legal name of the organization purchasing the underwriting. It’s followed by a line or two that describes the product, service, or mission of the underwriter followed by the website or location. A trademarked … Continued

When will I receive my free thank-you gift?

Most gifts are mailed using the US Postal Service to support this essential service in our country. Mail times vary depending on the time of year. Most items are shipped within two to three weeks of your donation date. If it has been 8 weeks or more since you made your donation and you have … Continued

What is the FSTV Gift Acceptance Policy?

Free Speech TV solicits and accepts gifts that are consistent with its mission and values and that support its core programs or special projects. In the course of its regular fundraising activities, Free Speech TV will accept donations of money, stock, annuities, retirement distributions, real property, personal property, and in-kind services. Certain types of gifts–such … Continued

Donor Transparency & Protection

We are deeply grateful for the support we receive from individuals, foundations, and sponsors. Because we value partnerships across the independent media and progressive movement spectrum, sometimes we see journalistic value in covering an organization or individual who is also a donor to FSTV. When this happens, we disclose all potential and actual conflicts of … Continued

COVID-19 Health Policy

All in-person events hosted by FSTV require attendees to: – Not attend if you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the past 5 days – Wear a well-fitted mask if we determine it is in the best interest of the group. We may announce a mask requirement within 12 … Continued

I’m interested in meeting one of FSTV’s hosts. Is that possible?

We’ve reduced our in-person events in recent years to maintain the safety of our staff and beloved hosts. Thom Hartmann and Amy Goodman continue to offer in-person meet & greets on a regular basis for donations of $1,000 or more. Additionally, Thom Hartmann and Rick Smith offer virtual meet & greet events regularly for donations … Continued

How do I call into a show directly?

Our primetime weekday shows encourage viewers to call in with their questions and comments. Call-in numbers below will ring directly to the live show! You will likely speak with a call screener first. There’s never any guarantee you will be passed on the live show. The Stephanie Miller Show: (323) 410-0458 The Thom Hartmann Program: … Continued