About - The Postindustrial

Redefining Postindustrial Regions

Who we are

Postindustrial is an independent, journalism-first, multimedia outlet covering regions once highly industrialized and efforts to reimagine them for a new era.

Some Postindustrial communities are succeeding in this era of reinvention and bold, new ideas. Others are struggling, which contributes to deepening socioeconomic disparity that has become endemic in the United States and around the world.

History

Postindustrial was founded with a focus on America’s Rust Belt and Appalachia, better known as “Postindustrial America.” It is a region which made products that changed the world, and drew millions of people as manufacturing anchored communities.

Today, Postindustrial reaches audiences throughout the U.S. The company expanded its purview to also include coverage and columns from Ukraine, Afghanistan, and other nations facing challenges around global issues such as war, human rights, and deindustrialization.

The stories we tell

Key areas of our coverage beyond news include but are not limited to: Postindustrial Cities, Future of Work, Wellness, Sustainability, Veterans, Voices, Arts & Culture, and travel.

We also promote conversations about the challenges and opportunities inherent to creating and maintaining a fulfilling and sustainable future.

Our motto: Better Community, better self.

You can support our work for just $5 a month!

Where we tell them

Digital edition – A roundup of stories and headlines from Postindustrial America, delivered to your inbox on weekdays and Sundays.

Magazine – In-depth stories with beautiful visuals. Published quarterly.

Podcasts — Podcasts featuring newsmakers around the world. Postindustrial Audio also produces podcasts for organizations and individuals seeking to bring stories to a listening audience. Listen to our podcasts.

Events — Public and private events to promote conversations about moving Postindustrial Communities forward.

Video — We bring compelling people, places, and conversations to life with short films.