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Laureaci za rok 2024
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Karolina LewickaJournalist at Radio Tok FM, contributor to Polityka and NaTemat.
Awarded for her outstanding journalism, unwavering integrity in the face of political manipulation, and her ability to immediately challenge false statements. Recognized for holding those in power accountable and successfully expanding her influence beyond radio.
Other nominees in this category: Agnieszka Szydłowska, the director of Program Three at Polish Radio. Nominated for her dedication to rebuilding the reputation and quality of Trójka radio despite financial instability and the station’s uncertain future. Recognized for her efforts in assembling a diverse team of journalists spanning three generations—from legendary broadcasters to seasoned professionals and fresh new talents. Jakub Sobieniowski, journalist and reporter for Fakty TVN. Acknowledged for his relentless pursuit of truth in politics, challenging politicians on their commitments and revealing inconsistencies in their narratives. His distinctive approach, using archival footage to confront public figures with their own past statements, has become a powerful tool for accountability.
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Renata KimJournalist at Newsweek Polska
Awarded for her series of reports on Collegium Humanum. She started covering the story years before it became widely known and was picked up by other media. Each of her articles uncovered new aspects of the scandal, which grew more complex over time. She was recognized for her dedication and persistence in pursuing the story.
Other nominees in this category: Piotr Świerczek, journalist at TVN and TVN 24, nominated for his series “Siła kłamstwa” (The Power of Lies). Recognized for his relentless exposure of the lies and hypocrisy of the Smolensk Commission led by Antoni Macierewicz. His highly reliable and well-documented reports, including “Kocioł czarownic” (Witch Hunt), “Siła śledztwa” (The Power of Investigation), and “Wymuszenie” (Coercion), uncovered key truths. After the release of the Ministry of Defence report in October 2024, all of Świerczek’s findings were confirmed. Paweł Figurski and Patryk Słowik, journalists at Wirtualna Polska, nominated for their series of articles that led to the resignation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, Dariusz Wieczorek. Recognized for sticking to their core journalistic responsibility; holding any government accountable, regardless of its political affiliation. Awarded for their journalistic consistency and unwavering determination.
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Krzysztof Jakubowski, Agnieszka Mazuś, Krzysztof WiejakJawnyLublin.pl
Awarded for building one of the best local news portals in Poland from scratch, focused on holding the local government accountable. Recognized for their independence, effective financing model based on donations and grants, and for not publishing advertisements. Honored for their transparency and impact.
Other nominees: Sylwia Czubkowska, recognized for her transition from an economic and legal journalist to a respected expert on new technologies. Awarded for her sharp awareness in tracking the most intriguing developments in this field. For co-hosting the Techstorie podcast on TOK FM with Joanna Sosnowska, offering a highly accessible and engaging narrative about the digital world, even for those less tech-savvy. For effectively sharing these insights on social media platforms. Maciej Okraszewski, the creator of the podcast Dział Zagraniczny. Nominated for his independent voice, which goes against the grain of mainstream media trends, defying the idea that “Polish audiences aren’t interested” in global issues. For skillfully telling stories about world events that rarely make the headlines. For creating a model that supports young reporters in financing their work and publishing their reports.
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Mirosław ŻukowskiSports commentator and longtime head of the sports section at Rzeczpospolita.
Honored for his unparalleled expertise across various fields of Polish sports, with a special focus on tennis. Recognized for his deep knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and understanding of both athlete psychology and the complexities of human relationships. A mentor to three generations of journalists.
Other nominees in this category: Daria Kabała-Malarz, sports journalist at Canal+ Sport, recognized as the best sports journalist in Poland. A mother of three, she finds time to stay active and engage in sports. Nominated for her efforts in promoting both sports and family life, as well as for her ability to blend professionalism with joy. Juliusz Ćwieluch, journalist at Polityka and creator of the cycling podcast Rowery, nie bajki. Nominated for creating a podcast that goes beyond just a mode of transport, offering insights into a lifestyle. Recognized for showcasing cycling trends, providing practical tips for cyclists, and highlighting cultural contexts that make the bicycle much more than just a vehicle.
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Marcin WronaJournalist for Fakty TVN and longtime U.S. correspondent for the network.
“Marcin Wrona has always been someone Mariusz and I deeply admired. His work was often a topic of conversation in our home, and time and again, he proved the exceptional quality of his journalism,” says Bożena Walter.
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Nominacje za 2024
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Karolina LewickaA political journalist at Radio TOK FM
She hosts Political Interview, the Thursday Morning show, and various history-focused programs. She also contributes to Polityka magazine and the Na Temat portal. Previously, she spent over a decade working with TVP.
A political scientist and graduate of Adam Mickiewicz University, she is also a lecturer at Collegium Civitas.
Agnieszka SzydłowskaRadio and TV journalist
A passionate advocate for arts and culture, she began her career at Rozgłośnia Harcerska and honed her skills at Trójka, Poland’s Third Program radio station. She is now the editor-in-chief of Polish Radio’s Channel Three.
Jakub SobieniowskiA journalist for Fakty on TVN
Previously worked with RMF FM and Polsat.
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Piotr ŚwierczekTV journalist
Currently a contributor to Czarno na Białym on TVN24. His investigative work for the program has earned him multiple journalism awards, including two consecutive Grand Press statuettes in the investigative journalism category. He has also been honored with the Medal of Freedom of Speech.
Renata KimNewsweek journalist
She is a journalist at Newsweek, focusing mainly on social issues. Before that, she worked for Wprost and Prezkroj magazines, as well as in radio stations, including the Polish section of the BBC and the public station Radio Three. She practices taekwondo and enjoys running, particularly in the mountains.
Paweł Figurski & Patryk SłowikJournalists at Wirtualna Polska
They are journalists at Wirtualna Polska, specializing primarily in investigative journalism.
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Maciej OkraszewskiCreator of the Dział Zagraniczny, journalist
Creator of the Dział Zagraniczny, journalist, and reporter with previous experience writing for Polityka, Newsweek, Wprost, Gazeta Wyborcza, National Geographic, and Le Monde Diplomatique. He is currently responsible for the Dział Zagraniczny service, which covers international affairs.
Jawnylublin.plJournalism is a team sport
In the Jawny Lublin newsroom, experienced journalists work side by side with activists from the local watchdog organization, the Freedom Foundation. We focus on high-quality journalism, which is more important to us than chasing after the latest news.
Sylwia CzubkowskaHost of the Techstorie podcast
A seasoned technology and economics journalist, co-hosting the Techstorie podcast on TOK FM radio. Author of the book Chinczycy trzymają nas mocno, published by Znak.
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Mirosław ŻukowskiHe worked at the Rzeczpospolita editorial office from 1991 to 2023
For 27 years, he led the sports department, which, under his leadership, won the Polish Olympic Committee award for the best sports section in the country. In 1994, he was awarded the "Złote Pióro" by the Sports Journalists Club and the Polish Olympic Committee for the best sports journalist in Poland.In 2018, he was honored with the Bohdan Tomaszewski Award.
Juliusz ĆwieluchJournalist, reporter
He began his media career 25 years ago at the Kielce branch of Gazeta Wyborcza, later moving to Metro daily. Since 2003, he has been working with the weekly magazines Polityka and Prezkrój. He enjoys conversations, which is why he has a passion for interviews. Over the years, he focused on military topics, resulting in books such as Generałowie and Dlaczego przegramy wojnę z Rosją. He is also the creator of the Rowery nie bajki podcast.
Daria Kabała-MalarzSports journalist
She has been with Canal Plus Sport since he beginning of her career. She specializes in men's football and speedway. In 2023, she was nominated for the Bohdan Tomaszewski Award in the Grand Press poll, becoming the first woman in the history of the award to be named among the top three journalists. In her private life, she is a mother of three and an expert at stretching the day to its absolute limits.
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The winners for the year 2023
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Katarzyna Kasia
Katarzyna Kasia, a distinguished columnist, academic, and philosopher, has been recognized as the Media Personality of the Year for her profound philosophical insights into current affairs. Her contributions, which include incisive analyses on TVN24's Szkło Kontaktowe and Nowy Świt on Radio Nowy Świat, alongside the depth and eloquence of her columns in "Newsweek" and "Kultura Liberalna," have been celebrated for their wisdom and nuanced understanding.
The other nominees in this category were: political journalist Justyna Dobrosz-Oracz, nominated for her investigative skills, courage, and uncompromising approach in her articles and videos published in "Gazeta Wyborcza" and on the Wyborcza.pl website; and Radomir Wit, political journalist, parliamentary reporter, host, and creator of the “Kampania Bezkitu” program on TVN24 and the “Sejm Wita” series on the TVN24 GO platform. He was nominated for his persistence and creativity in obtaining responses from politicians, especially during election campaigns, and for engaging the younger generation in meaningful discussions on social and political issues.
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Program 19:30 - editorial team
The Media Highlight of the Year is an award given to the creator or author of a journalistic piece, program, format, or an innovative media product or technology that achieved widespread reach and had a significant impact on reality within the year.
The 19:30 magazine editorial team won in the Media Highlight of the Year category for their preparation, under record time, the pressure of deadlines, societal expectations, and challenging formal conditions, of an alternative to the politicised "Wiadomości." They were also recognized for their efforts to create a professional, objective, and credible news program that fulfils the mission of public media.
The other nominees in this category were: Jakub Sobieniowski, a journalist with Fakty TVN specializing in political and social issues, for his series of reports exposing the use of state institutions and state-owned companies by the Law and Justice party (PiS) to support its electoral campaign; and Katarzyna Włodkowska, a journalist, investigative reporter, and feature writer. She was nominated for her bravery in exposing her professional environment and describing the situation within the "Press" magazine's editorial office in her article „W redakcji Andrzeja Skworza: Odliczam. Aż się rozryczysz i wyjdziesz" ("In Andrzej Skworz's Editorial Office: I Count Down. Until You Cry and Leave.").
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The Orientuj.się team
The New Voice in the Media award celebrates innovative media utilization and a unique voice beyond traditional journalism. It highlights voices that fill voids and broach subjects neglected in mainstream media. These initiatives are often grassroots and developed significantly through interaction with their audience.
The Orientuj.się team, consisting of Aleksandra Walczak, Julia Święch, and Aleksander Lipski, secured the victory in the Fresh Perspective in Media category. They were awarded for establishing Poland’s premier Gen Z-focused political and social platform, which narrates the world to young Instagram and TikTok users, and for their dedication to engaging young voters during election periods.
Other nominees include Maciej Okraszewski, an independent journalist and reporter, creator of the Dział Zagraniczny service, recognized for engaging audiences with international topics that are not typically highlighted in the media headlines and for offering young journalists the opportunity to fund and publish their reports; and Aleksander Hudzik, editor-in-chief of the Mint culture magazine. He was nominated for his unconventional publications on culture, for his determination to showcase ambitious content about art and literature that tend to be overlooked by algorithms.
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Michał Okoński
The other nominees in this category were Dariusz Faron, a journalist for Wirtualna Polska and Sportowe Fakty, nominated for his narrative on the human aspect of sports, highlighted by his 2023 reportage book “Życie nie kończy się na mecie” (“Life Doesn’t End at the Finish Line”); and Mikołaj Tyczyński, Klaudia Kowalczyk, and Jakub Jędras, creators of the “Sport do słuchania” (“Sport to Listen To”) broadcast and podcast on Radio Nowy Świat, nominated for their leisurely and accessible discussions on sports, presenting it as an integral part of socio-cultural life.
Sports Media is a category that distinguishes innovative ways of presenting and promoting sports through both traditional and social media. It appreciates journalistic craftsmanship and the ability to view sports from a unique perspective, considering its global, cultural phenomenon.
The other nominees in this category are Dariusz Faron, a journalist at Wirtualna Media, and Sportowych Fakty, nominated for their story about the human side of sports, featured in the reportage book "Życie nie kończy się na mecie” published in 2023. And Mikołaj Tyczyński, Klaudia Kowalczyk, and Jakub Jędras, the creators of the "Sport do słuchania" program and podcast on Radio Nowy Świat, nominated for their unhurried and inclusive discussions about sports, presenting sports as a part of socio-cultural life.
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Nominacje za 2023
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List of nominees for the Mariusz Walter Award
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Justyna Dobrosz-OraczExperienced political journalist.
In the past, she worked, among others, in "Gazeta Wyborcza", from February 2024 again on Telewizja Polska.
Katarzyna Kasia
A publicist, lecturer, and philosopher. She is the host of the “Szkło kontaktowe” on TVN24, and the “Nowy Świt” on Nowy Świat radio.
Radomir WitPolitical journalist.
Since 2016, associated with the TVN24 television station. Sejm correspondent, author of the "Kampania bez kitu" program and the "Sejm Wita" series on the TVN24GO platform.
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19:30 - editorial teamFor creating a new version of the main TVP television program.
emitowanego od 21 grudnia na antenie TVP1 i TVP Info.
Jakub Sobieniowski
A journalist for the Fakty TVN program, previously associated with RMF FM radio and Polsat television.
He has produced a series of materials exposing PiS's use of state institutions and State Treasury companies to support its election campaign.
Katarzyna WłodkowskaNominated for the text "W redakcji Andrzej Skworza - Odliczam. Aż się rozryczysz i wyjdziesz”.
Investigative reporter associated with "Gazeta Wyborcza".
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Maciej Okraszewski - Dział Zagraniczny
A journalist, creator of the website "Dział Zagraniczny", where he presents topics in the field of international relations.
Reporter who previously worked, among others, for "Polityka" and "Newsweek", “National Geographic”, “Le Monde diplomatique”.
Aleksander HudzikEditor in Chief of the art and culture website Mint.
Cultural journalist and art critic, publishing in such magazines as "Newsweek", "Przekrój", "Activist".
Orientuj.się
The leading political and social media of Generation Z. The substantive creator is Stowarzyszenie 61.
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Dariusz Faron
A journalist of Wirtualna Polska and Sportowe Fakty. Co-author of the books “Grzegorz Tkaczyk. Niedokończona gra”, and “Kosa. Niczego nie żałuję”.
Michał OkońskiA journalist and sports columnist.
His work has been published in "Tygodnik Powszechny" and on the blog "Futbol jest okrutny". Author of the book "Stałe fragmenty".
Mikołaj Tyczyński, Klaudia Kowalczyk, Jakub Jędras
creators of the “Sport do słuchania” („Sport to Listen To”) broadcast and podcast on Radio Nowy Świat, nominated for their leisurely and accessible discussions on sports, presenting it as an integral part of socio-cultural life.
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