Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Talk Communication

Journal of Talk Communication is a distinguished, peer-reviewed academic journal domiciled in the Department of Mass Communication, Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria. The journal is devoted to advancing critical scholarship and disseminating cutting-edge research that explores the dynamic intersections of communication, society, and human development.

The journal is published biannually, in March and September, and is currently indexed in reputable academic databases such as Google Scholar, OpenAIRE, Zenodo, CrossRef, and PKP. All submitted manuscripts will be screened for originality using Turnitin.

Scope and Focus

Rooted in the belief that communication is integral to every aspect of human life, Journal of Talk Communication welcomes original scholarly works from, but not limited to, the following domains:

• Communication Studies – Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, and Strategic Communication
• Humanities – Language, Literature, Cultural Studies, Philosophy, and Ethical Discourse
• Social Sciences – Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, and Development Studies
• Sciences – Communication Intersects with Scientific and Technological Inquiry
• Law and Legal Studies – media law, communication rights, freedom of expression, and the rhetoric of justice

The journal strongly encourages interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary submissions, particularly those addressing urgent global and societal challenges such as education, health, climate change, governance, identity, and conflict.