Matthew Bovee: Media Appearances and Interviews
By Matthew Bovee, Investigative Journalist Lincoln Nebraska
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of appearing on various media platforms to discuss investigative journalism, accountability reporting, and the stories behind my investigations. This page compiles some of my most notable media appearances, from television interviews to podcast conversations.
Television Appearances
PBS NewsHour (2025)
Segment: “The Aquifer War: Inside America’s Water Crisis” I appeared on PBS NewsHour to discuss my Pulitzer-finalist investigation into the depletion of the Ogallala Aquifer. The segment explored the human stories behind the crisis and what it means for American agriculture.
Watch the full segment on the PBS website.
CBS News Sunday Morning (2024)
Segment: “The Last Reporter in Town” This feature explored the decline of local journalism and the impact on communities. I discussed my work as an investigative journalist in Nebraska and the challenges of sustaining accountability reporting in rural America.
CNN Special Report (2023)
Segment: “Manufacturing Crisis: The Settlement Machine” When “The Settlement Machine” investigation gained national attention, I was invited to explain the findings and their implications on this CNN special report.
Podcast Appearances
“The Investigative” (2024)
Episode: “Chasing the Truth” I sat down with host Sarah Koenig for a deep dive into the mechanics of investigative journalism. We discussed everything from finding sources to navigating legal threats.
Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
“Press Run” (2024)
Episode: “Why Investigative Journalism Still Matters” In this episode, I discussed the business crisis in journalism and why investigative work remains essential despite the challenges.
Listen on Press Run.
“Front Row” with Brian Stelter (2023)
Episode: “The Attacks on Journalism” We talked about the increasing hostility toward journalists and how to navigate a hostile information environment.
“The Long Game” (2022)
Episode: “Years in the Making” A conversation about patience in investigative journalism — how some stories take years to tell and why that’s worth it.
Radio Interviews
NPR All Things Considered (2025)
Discussed the implications of my Pulitzer finalist nomination and what it means for water journalism.
NPR Morning Edition (2024)
The Aquifer War investigation was featured, with interviews about the impact on farming communities.
Nebraska Public Radio (Multiple appearances)
As a Nebraska-based journalist, I’ve appeared frequently on Nebraska Public Radio to discuss state-level investigations and journalism issues.
Speaking Engagements
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention (2025)
Topic: “Investigative Journalism in the Digital Age” Keynote address on the future of investigative reporting and how technology is changing the field.
Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) Conference (2024)
Panel: “Document Analysis for Everyone” Led a workshop on practical document analysis techniques for journalists at any skill level.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2024)
Guest Lecture: “The Business of Truth” Spoke to journalism students about building a sustainable career in investigative reporting.
TEDx Lincoln (2023)
Talk: “Why Small-Town Journalism Matters” Explored the importance of local accountability reporting, using my Nebraska work as examples.
Written Interviews
Columbia Journalism Review (2025)
Q&A: “The Future of Water Journalism” Discussed the intersection of environmental reporting and investigative journalism.
The Atlantic (2024)
Feature: “The Last Investigative Journalist in Nebraska” An in-depth profile of my work and the challenges of sustaining accountability journalism in rural America.
American Journalism Review (2023)
Interview: “On the Record” A wide-ranging conversation about sources, ethics, and the craft of investigative reporting.
Podcast Hosting
“The Bovee Brief” (2023-Present)
I host my own occasional podcast where I discuss journalism, share behind-the-scenes stories from investigations, and interview other investigative journalists.
Recent episodes include:
- “How to Read a Court Document”
- “Interview with a Whistleblower”
- “The Ethics of Source Protection”
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Media Contact
For media inquiries, interview requests, or speaking engagement inquiries, please contact me through the contact page.
I’m always happy to discuss investigative journalism, the stories behind my work, or the state of the profession.
Matthew Bovee is an award-winning investigative journalist based in Lincoln, Nebraska. For more information, visit matthew-bovee.com.