Hub Podcasts Why mainstream media must invest in diversity of thought
Oct 2, 2025
Falice Chin, the Alberta bureau chief and former CBC producer, shares her insights on the media landscape in Canada. She emphasizes that mainstream media often fails to reflect the diverse perspectives of the public, particularly in its portrayal of conservatives. Falice discusses the unique cultural fabric of Alberta, contrasting its meritocratic values with Toronto’s urban focus. She highlights the need for nuanced coverage on critical issues like economy and policy, which she intends to champion at The Hub.
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Energy Shapes Alberta's Identity
- Alberta's economy and identity are deeply tied to the energy sector, shaping policy and public life.
- Falice Chin says many urban Canadians don't appreciate where wealth and services originate in resource provinces.
Meritocracy Over Pedigree
- Alberta's population is mostly 'from away', which reduces entrenched elites and emphasizes merit.
- Falice Chin argues that this creates a more welcoming and mobile social environment.
Tone Drives Trust More Than Facts
- Many audiences distrust media that tell them how to think rather than inform them.
- Falice Chin links that distrust to coverage that presumes feelings rather than inviting informed judgment.