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We Interrupt This Podcast for New Research + Emily Atkin and Guardian CEO Anna Bateson on Banning Fossil Fuel Ads

Feb 18, 2020
Climate journalist Emily Atkin interviews The Guardian's interim CEO Anna Bateson about the decision to stop accepting ads from fossil fuel companies. They discuss the ethical considerations, financial implications, and the impact on public perceptions. The conversation delves into the balance between revenue and values in journalism, highlighting the shift towards reader-funded models.
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  • Exposing coordinated efforts by major companies to manipulate public discourse and scientific understanding through strategic influence.
  • The Guardian's principled decision to halt fossil fuel advertising showcases a commitment to values, trust, and reader engagement.

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Exposing Deep Linkages and Aligning Strategy

The podcast delves into the interconnectedness between major companies, highlighting how documents reveal repeated patterns involving oil, tobacco, benzene, vinyl chloride, and pesticides litigations. It emphasizes the consistent presence of specific companies and individuals in various controversial spaces, showcasing a concerted effort to influence public discourse, scientific understanding, and risk assessment. This interplay elucidates the strategic coordination employed by companies to shape narratives and perceptions, underscoring the intricate web of influence and power dynamics at play.

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