Dan Rattiner speaks with Ken Auletta, bestselling author and columnist – Episode 133
May 25, 2023
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In this podcast, Dan Rattiner speaks with Ken Auletta, bestselling author and columnist, covering topics like poverty's impact on anti-social behavior, defining success in a national work program, successful books on Google and Elizabeth Holmes, a medical scandal investigation, and the evolving media landscape
The challenges faced by the hardcore poor contribute to societal issues like crime, irrespective of race.
Thorough investigative journalism plays a crucial role in exposing deceit and holding high-profile individuals accountable.
Deep dives
Challenges of Dealing with the Underclass
Ken O'Letta discusses his book 'The Underclass' focusing on the challenges faced by the hardcore poor who struggle with societal mobility. He highlights how this group, irrespective of race, contributes to social issues like crime and anti-social behavior. O'Letta delves into the difficulty of bridging the divide between left and right ideologies when addressing poverty, as their solutions differ fundamentally.
Lessons from Past Support Programs
O'Letta reflects on past national work programs aimed at tackling poverty, emphasizing the low success rates in aiding the hardcore poor. He underscores the need to redefine success when dealing with this demographic, pointing out the complexities and limitations of conventional definitions of success. Despite the challenges, O'Letta stresses the importance of optimism in addressing the persistent issues faced by the underclass.
Impact of Investigative Journalism on The Theranos Scandal
The discussion shifts to the Theranos scandal, focusing on Elizabeth Holmes and the role of investigative reporting in exposing the fraud. O'Letta reveals the significance of thorough journalism in scrutinizing claims made by figures like Holmes, emphasizing the impact of investigative reporting in uncovering deceit and prompting legal action. The episode highlights the power of journalistic integrity in holding high-profile individuals accountable for their actions.
Episode 133: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Ken Auletta, bestselling author and columnist. Throughout Auletta’s incredible career, the 81-year old writer has penned a political column for the New York Daily News, served as a media critic for The New Yorker and written numerous books including his most recent tome, Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence.
Find the “Dan’s Talks” podcast at DansPapers.com/podcast.
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