Some More News Epstein Survivors, The State of the Media, and Questions For JD Vance w/ CNN's Kate Bolduan
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Sep 5, 2025 
Kate Bolduan, a CNN anchor and host of the daily Five Things series, joins the conversation to discuss the current state of the news media. She shares insights on combating alternative facts with responsible reporting and the ethical responsibilities of journalists. The dialogue shifts to the powerful stories shared by Epstein survivors who demand transparency from the justice system. Bolduan also critiques the political landscape regarding vaccine mandates in Florida, shedding light on public health debates shaped by misinformation.
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Prioritize Facts Over Feelings
- Focus on facts: check and verify before reporting to avoid amplifying falsehoods.
- Remove personal feelings and prioritize factual clarity in every segment.
Facts Versus Tested Boundaries
- Facts can remain constant while legal and institutional boundaries shift and get tested.
- Reporters must apply humility because large portions of the country want different outcomes.
Take Back Interview Time
- If an interviewee refuses to answer, stop wasting time and move the show to other reporting.
- Use time deliberately: call out non-answers and reclaim segment time for factual stories.