

WCC frenzy, dodging the news, scam ads scandal
Oct 19, 2024
Dylan Reeve, a freelance writer and editor renowned for reporting scam ads to Meta, dives into the murky waters of misleading advertisements exploiting credible media names. He discusses New Zealanders’ growing tendency to dodge the news amid rising distrust and the challenges faced by local councils in turbulent times. The podcast unpacks the urgent need for better media literacy and the role of tech giants in ensuring accountability, while touching on personal stories from those impacted by scam ads.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Wellington City Council Turmoil
02:03 • 8min
Navigating News Apathy and Trust
09:54 • 10min
Media vs. Tech Giants: The Compensation Debate
20:02 • 4min
Fictitious Advertising and Misinformation
24:27 • 7min
Defamation and Digital Deceit
31:35 • 9min
Scam Ads and the Struggles of Trust in Media
40:16 • 2min