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

What is your strategic plan?

For 30 years, FSTV has provided news, analysis, and storytelling to inform, educate, and inspire its loyal and engaged community of viewers in order to advance progressive change. Throughout, it has been a leading video-focused nonprofit news organization reaching millions of viewers via Dish and Satellite TV, as well as via Broadcast TV via local … Continued

What are FSTV’s values?

As a leader in advocacy journalism, we recognize the legacies of colonization and slavery continue to actively harm our society every day. We aim to live our values through the commitments below. We will inevitably make mistakes along the way, and remain open to learning and improving our policies and practices. Our Commitments Spotlight Resilience, … Continued

What is FSTV’s vision?

We envision a just and kind society that is rooted in fearless truth-telling and built and sustained by a multiracial democracy. Our Three-Year Strategic Vision spans from 2025 – 2028. By the end of this three-year period: FSTV will be the leading video network and streaming service in the US for news and stories that … Continued

Submit Content

Submit Content to Free Speech TV About Content Submissions: Thanks for your help in making FSTV the home for progressive content. Please fill out the form below and someone from our programming team will make an effort to review the submission. Due to our small staff, we have to aspire for maximum efficiency. Not all … Continued