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Alaska Daily - S01E01 - Pilot
 

Alaska Daily season 1 episode 1

Pilot

 
After a fall from grace, fiercely talented and award-winning investigative journalist Eileen Fitzgerald leaves her high-profile New York life behind to join a daily metro newspaper in Anchorage. Her journey to find both personal and professional redemption begins.
 
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Alaska Daily / S01E01 : Pilot
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on October 6, 2022 | TV-PG | 43 min. | ABC (US)
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EPISODES  
 
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 1 - Pilot
    Episode 1
    Pilot
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 2 - A Place We Came Together
    Episode 2
    A Place We Came Together
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 3 - It's Not Personal
    Episode 3
    It's Not Personal
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 4 - The Weekend
    Episode 4
    The Weekend
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 5 - I Have No Idea What You're Talking About, Eileen
    Episode 5
    I Have No Idea What You're Talking About, Eileen
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 6 - You Can't Put a Price on a Life
    Episode 6
    You Can't Put a Price on a Life
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 7 - Enemy of the People
    Episode 7
    Enemy of the People
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 8 - Tell a Reporter Not To Do Something and Suddenly It's a Party
    Episode 8
    Tell a Reporter Not To Do Something and Suddenly It's a Party
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 9 - Rush to Judgement
    Episode 9
    Rush to Judgement
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 10 - Truth Is a Slow Bullet
    Episode 10
    Truth Is a Slow Bullet
  • Alaska Daily - Episode 11 - Most Reckless Thing I've Ever Done
    Episode 11
    Most Reckless Thing I've Ever Done

Alaska Daily season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Eileen, a seasoned journalist in Shanghai, faces a moral dilemma when publishing a controversial story about a General, leading to her source's disappearance and her own professional discrediting. Offered a fresh start in Alaska by an old colleague, Stanley, she reluctantly accepts. In Alaska, she discovers a lackluster newsroom and takes on the investigation of Gloria Nanmac's death, an indigenous woman whose case was negligently handled. Eileen's aggressive reporting approach uncovers a separate story of misappropriation of funds, redefining her role and underscoring the importance of local journalism.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene: Meeting in Shanghai - Steve, a consulate worker, meets with a journalist in Shanghai. - The journalist presses Steve for a document related to a General's confirmation as Defense Secretary. - Steve initially forgets the thumb drive with the document but eventually hands it over. ### Scene: Newsroom Debates - Eileen, an experienced journalist, pushes back against her editor's concerns about using a single source. - She's confident in her story about the General, despite resistance from her team. ### Scene: Story Publication and Fallout - Eileen's story gains significant traction, but there's no response from the General. - Social media reactions are mixed, with some criticizing the article without fully reading it. ### Scene: Confrontation and Doubts - Eileen faces accusations of misconduct and unprofessional behavior in the newsroom, particularly towards women. - Her source, Steve, disappears, and doubts about the authenticity of the documents arise. ### Scene: Offer from Stanley - Stanley, a former colleague, offers Eileen a job at The Daily Alaskan after she's discredited in her current role. - Eileen initially refuses, feeling betrayed by Stanley from a past incident. ### Scene: Arrival in Alaska - Eileen reluctantly accepts the job and arrives in Alaska, still skeptical about her decision. - She experiences a panic attack on the flight, suggesting underlying stress and anxiety. ### Scene: First Day at The Daily Alaskan - Eileen finds the newsroom under-resourced but pushes for more aggressive reporting tactics. - She takes on a story about Gloria Nanmac, an indigenous woman whose death was ruled as non-suspicious. ### Scene: Investigating Gloria's Death - Eileen and Rosalind (Roz), another reporter, start digging into Gloria's case. - They discover inconsistencies in the police report and lack of attention due to Gloria's indigenous background. ### Scene: Eileen's Impact on the Team - Eileen's aggressive approach leads to a breakthrough in a separate story about misappropriation of funds by a public figure. - She mentors Yuna, a younger reporter, emphasizing the importance of their work in local journalism. ### Scene: Personal Reflection - Eileen, despite her initial reluctance, begins to find purpose in her new role. - The episode concludes with her acknowledging the importance of local reporting and the need to fight for truth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main conflict in the journalist's story in Shanghai?

The conflict revolves around obtaining a document that could derail a General's confirmation as Defense Secretary.

How does the newsroom react to Eileen's story about the General?

The newsroom is initially supportive but becomes skeptical due to single-source reliance and rising doubts about the document's authenticity.

What accusations are made against Eileen in the newsroom?

Eileen is accused of unprofessional and abusive behavior, especially towards women.

Why does Eileen's source, Steve, disappear?

Steve disappears after doubts about the document's authenticity emerge, but the exact reason for his disappearance is not specified.

What job does Stanley offer Eileen, and why is she hesitant?

Stanley offers Eileen a job at The Daily Alaskan. She is hesitant due to past betrayal and feeling it's a step down in her career.

What story does Eileen pursue in Alaska?

Eileen investigates the death of Gloria Nanmac, an indigenous woman whose death was suspiciously ruled as non-foul play.

How does Eileen change the reporting approach at The Daily Alaskan?

Eileen introduces more aggressive reporting tactics and emphasizes the importance of thorough investigation and local journalism.

What breakthrough does Eileen achieve in a separate story?

Eileen's team uncovers a case of misappropriation of funds by a public figure, highlighting corruption.

What personal challenges does Eileen face in the episode?

Eileen deals with stress and anxiety, demonstrated by a panic attack on her flight to Alaska.

What is the significance of Eileen's role in local journalism by the episode's end?

Eileen realizes the impact and necessity of local journalism in bringing truth and justice to overlooked stories, particularly in marginalized communities.

 
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