We all have people in our lives we care about but struggle to talk to when it comes to social or political issues. PUBLIC DEFENDER is showing a different way forward by leading with humanity, education, and empathy. Join us! #NationalWeekOfConversation publicdefenderfilm.com/host-a-screeni…

Yesterday, as part of #nationalweekofconversation, Spark Media's own Amy Young joined a Living Room Conversations centered on humor, and to her surprise, it felt incredibly refreshing to connect with people she had never met. Join the movement! publicdefenderfilm.com/host-a-screeni…

Powerful reflections from students who watched PUBLIC DEFENDER. Co-hosted by PUBLIC DEFENDER & Living Room Conversations, these screenings are spaces for civic learning, deep listening & real connection. Join us in sparking conversations that keep democracy strong! publicdefenderfilm.com/host-a-screeni…

Love seeing this shoutout to Annie from Big Bette! Such adorable costumes, too!

PUBLIC DEFENDER takes home gold at the 46th annual Telly Awards! Thank you to The Telly Awards for this incredible recognition. We hope this film continues to inspire meaningful dialogue and mend bridges. Congratulations to the entire team! #January6th #DisagreeBetter

It's hard to believe that a year has passed since our World Premiere at @mountainfilm. So cool seeing some of those memories included in the 2025 pre-show reel! Here's to continuing to change minds and soften hearts!

Aloha from the farthest shores of the US! Thank you to Kauai Indivisible and Koloa Union Church for hosting our first screening in Hawaii. When so many feel unmoored, we must find inspiration to fix what is broken in our nation. publicdefenderfilm.com/host-a-screeni…

(1/2) Ken Burns reminds us that freedom isn’t just about what I want. It’s about what we need. At Spark, that's the heart of what we do. Independent storytelling, especially through public media, isn't just about entertainment, it’s about connection. thewrap.com/ken-burns-pbs-…

(2/2) Independent storytelling, especially through public media, is also about education and building the kind of understanding that holds us together. That's why public media matters. Now more than ever.

With back to school just around the corner, we're thrilled to share that PUBLIC DEFENDER is now available for educational distribution on Collective Eye Films. Bring important conversations about listening & bridging divides to the classroom. Learn more: collectiveeye.org/products/publi…

Tomorrow is #nationalbookloversday and we'd love to invite you to participate in our book drive for prison libraries. By donating books, you can provide a vital resource that supports education and personal growth within prison libraries. Learn more at publicdefenderfilm.com/impact