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“Everyone is biased — and that's okay. There's no such thing as unbiased news. But hidden media bias misleads, manipulates and divides us. So everyone should learn how to spot media bias.” This site is great; allowing you to identify different perspectives and political leanings so you can get the full picture and think for yourself. https://lnkd.in/ekjUc-sP

Inspired by consistently irresponsible news coverage by our news media rivals, I present the Top 5 Ways That News Media Organizations (other than BIG-Media.ca) Pull The Wool Over Your Eyes: 5. Data mining and algorithms give us highly customized content … which is why a lot of us believe that we are quite knowledgeable about certain topics, even though we are almost exclusively exposed to material that reinforces narrow-minded bias. Our myopic viewpoints set us up perfectly to engage in destructive communication. 4. 24-hour news cycle – there simply are not enough amazing stories happening every day, so media outlets that produce a lot of content daily are under great pressure to find shocking material to keep you coming back to support their advertisers or whoever is paying the bills. That pressure is inversely correlated with journalistic integrity. 3. Quoting experts – the wonders of the Internet bring journalists the opportunity to within a couple of Google searches find an expert who will lend his/her expertise to “prove” any theory a reporter might come up with. 2. Cherry picking of data – media companies (other than BIG Media) rarely work with qualified data scientists, and even when they do, data is still almost never presented in a way that fosters education over sensationalism. The standard method of operation is to pull one or two morsels of data from a dataset and try to shock the heck out of people. 1. Context/schmontext – the media companies count on our society’s unhealthy fixation on scandal (I will leave the chicken/egg discussion for another day), and feed us non-stop drama. The last thing they want is for us to be educated enough to calm down and focus on silly activities such as going for hikes, and spending time with friends and family … when we should be glued to our phones, laptops, and TVs. We deserve better ... which is why I teamed up with a bunch of brilliant, high-integrity scientists to introduce a more accurate and trustworthy form of news journalism at BIG-Media.ca 🧠 ❤️ 💪 #media #journalism #journalisticintegrity #propaganda #sensationalism #bias #spin #intelligence #logic #respect

In today's digital age, social media has become a breeding ground for misinformation and disinformation. It's increasingly challenging to distinguish fact from fiction, as narratives are often distorted or exaggerated to grab attention and generate engagement. The consequences of swallowing false information can be severe, from influencing elections to sparking violence. It's essential to develop a critical eye and fact-check information before accepting it as true. Here are some reality-checking tips: - Verify sources: Ensure the information comes from credible, trustworthy sources. - Cross-check facts: Consult multiple sources to confirm accuracy. - Be skeptical: Approach sensational or provocative content with caution. - Watch for bias: Recognize when information is presented with a particular agenda or perspective. By being mindful of these factors, we can effectively separate fact from fiction and make informed decisions. Let's take responsibility for our online interactions and promote a culture of truth and accuracy. The reality check starts with us!

I used to be skeptical when people attacked the mainstream media for bias. But after this past week, I’ve come full circle. The media’s trust deficit is real, and it’s warranted. First, there was the election coverage. The disparity between actual results and the narratives painted by various outlets was glaring, revealing selective focus and perspectives detached from reality. Then came the media’s coverage of the violent pogrom in Amsterdam, where Jews were hunted and targeted in the streets. This was the initial headline crafted by The New York Times below. This isn’t news coverage—it’s narrative control. We know what the headline would have looked like if the context were different. We saw it in Charlottesville, where the language matched the reality of the moment. Why not now? When headlines sanitize or understate violence and prejudice, they don’t just erode trust—they betray the fundamental responsibility to report honestly and transparently. Publications like The Times have a few choices: 1) get back to true journalism and remove those who inject their own bias into coverage, or 2) admit their bias, cater to an ever-shrinking audience, and watch their credibility—and future—dwindle into irrelevance, leading to both financial and moral bankruptcy.

The pundits arguing against these changes are the ones behind the erosion of readership. Media companies will continue to see declines until they return to quality reporting, stop opinion pushing, and make a better product. Check out RocaNews for a glimpse of what the next generation of news consumers is looking for. Straightforward, honest, authentic, and entertaining. #MediaBias #FutureOfMedia #Authenticity #DigitalTransformation #MediaEvolution

The use of narrative arcs in media reporting is a deliberate and manipulative practice, shaping public opinion through pre-determined agendas, selective reporting, and silencing dissent. This control over discourse and emotional manipulation serve specifi

Is Distrust the New Norm for Online Information?🕵️♂️ Here's the TruTake: • Doubtful of Accuracy: Most people are skeptical about the accuracy of what they read online. • Curious for Others' Opinions: A close second, many want to know others’ thoughts before trusting new info. • Confident in Insight: Only a small fraction feel they’re getting exclusive or reliable information. 📉 Even expert sources aren’t fully trusted! Those who saw this coming share one bold view: “Expert sources are not enough.” Social media gives us access to unique insights—but it also fuels our doubts. #DistrustOnline #TruthInDoubt #SocialMedia

In today’s information age, the role of media is paramount in shaping public opinion and guiding the collective consciousness. However, beneath the surface lies a network of covert operations and hidden agendas that manipulate the news we consume. This article delves deep into the mechanisms through which media outlets covertly influence narratives and control the flow of information. The Hidden Hand: Media Manipulation Tactics https://lnkd.in/eQjQywmE

When people don't understand how something works, they fill in the gaps with their own assumptions. Spoiler: This happens with journalists all the time. The public doesn't understand the processes behind reporting, so they make all sorts of (usually negative) assumptions about journalists' motives, leading them to feel like your coverage is probably biased and not trustworthy. So what can journalists counter this? One way is to get transparent about how your coverage works. Start here by explaining these basic elements of your reporting. ⬇️ 📰  How you decide what to cover >> What are your coverage goals? You scrope (geographically or topically)? Are you on the record explaining how you prioritize coverage? ⚖️ How you work to be fair >> Do you aim to hear from and respectfully consider multiple sides of the story? If so, say that cleary and invite accountability. 🖍️ When and how you correct errors >> Because you DO correct errors publicly, right? If so, is it clear where and how you do that? And how a user can point out errors? 💬 Why you choose specific words >> Is it because of AP style? Internal consistency? A source’s preference? A lengthy newsroom debate? 👤 How you handle unnamed sources >> You probably have a pretty high bar for anonymous sources, and a procedure that has to be followed to allow them. Make that public and explain it to your users!

This is not a story I have personal access to, but it does point out a few key elements that are part of every media and journalistic and business Venn diagram of death: 1. Titans from another age (Diller, Brown, Coles, Sherwood) who are convinced that the brilliant success they once had was more due to their skill than the business environment they once worked in. 2. Brits figuring they can school Americans into how to do journalism in a more interesting way. 3. The last gasp of thinking you can massive editorial overhead and still make money these days. 4. Real journalists being largely ungrateful, querelous and difficult to manage. Tina Brown herself is now on Substack. She has just under 9k subscribers and is posting every 5-6 days. That’s not a living. Not does it speak to a special fan base or expertise in navigating the new realties of reporting and audience development. I don’t wish any journalistic enterprise ill, but hard to see how a website with 20 million visitors a month can continue to lose close to a million dollars a month indefinitely. #journalism #newmedia #business https://lnkd.in/gfK6mkeS