Blindsided

As the number of COVID cases rises, why are there still so many unknowns about its reach? This week, On the Media explores the lack of government transparency — and how third parties are filling in the gaps. Plus, as sports give way to socially distant e-sports, how broadcasters are adapting their playbooks to suit the moment. Don’t miss On The Media from WNYC Studios. 1. Alexis Madrigal [ @alexismadrigal ], staff writer at The Atlantic, tells us why the federal government's release of data has been in short supply. Listen . 2. Noam Levy [ @NoamLevey ] , staff writer for the Los Angeles Times, on the questions of efficacy and transparency surrounding the federal government's efforts to distribute medical supplies. Listen . 3. Will Oremus [ @WillOremus ], senior writer at OneZero, on why the toilet paper shortage makes more sense than you think. Listen . 4. Micah Loewinger [ @MicahLoewinger ], on the experimental state of no-sports sports TV. And, Ian Bogost [ @ibogost ], professor of media studies at Georgia Tech, on what this moments tells us about what sports really mean to America. Listen . Music from the show: Fellini’s Waltz — Nino Rota The Artifact and Living — Michael Andrews What’s That Sound — Michael Andrews Cellar Door — Will Oremus Liquid Spear Waltz — Michael Andrews Kernkraft 400 — Zombie Nation On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today ( https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm ). Follow our show on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.