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Abbie Swanson
Executive Producer of Development for CNN Audio Original Series. Got my chops at the Los Angeles Times, KCRW, Harvest Public Media, WNYC, UC-Berkeley and William & Mary.
Abbie Fentress Swanson is a seasoned journalist and the current Executive Producer of CNN Audio's Original Series Development unit. She has over 15 years of experience in the media industry, focusing primarily on audio and podcast production. From 2021 to 2023, she played a significant role in developing various audio series at CNN, contributing to the network's expansion into digital audio content.14
Prior to her tenure at CNN, Swanson served as the Executive Producer for Podcasts and Audio at the Los Angeles Times from 2019 to 2021, where she was instrumental in shaping their audio storytelling initiatives.23 Her background also includes a position as an adjunct professor, indicating her commitment to education within the media field.3
Swanson's work has been recognized for its innovative approach to audio journalism, and she continues to influence the landscape of digital media through her leadership at CNN.14
