

Who Influences the Influencers? (Feat. Megan Burns)
23 snips Mar 31, 2025
Megan Burns, a newsfluencer expert and a regular contributor, dives into the evolving landscape of media in this engaging discussion. She explores the rise of newsfluencers and their crucial role in reshaping how we consume information. The conversation touches on the struggle between conservative and progressive voices, the impacts of doom scrolling, and the necessity of authenticity in digital politics. Burns also highlights the changing habits in news consumption and the importance of local media and relatable messaging in political engagement.
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Sourdough Starter
- Megan Burns shares a story about leaving her sourdough starter in her husband's care.
- He kept it alive, unlike the other thing she asked him to care for.
Newsfluencer Definition
- The term "newsfluencer" describes individuals creating content about current events.
- This blurs the lines between traditional journalism and online commentary.
Age Gap in News Consumption
- Younger audiences get their news from newsfluencers more than older generations do.
- Factors include declining trust in legacy media, paywalls, and cord-cutting.