Knowledge Fight #984: Formulaic Objections Part 16
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Nov 25, 2024 The podcast features Owen Shroyer, an Infowars broadcaster known for his controversial views, and Mark Bankston, a sharp lawyer renowned for his probing questions. They delve into Shroyer’s deposition stemming from his misidentification of a shooter in the Allen, Texas incident. The conversation critiques media manipulation and accountability, examining how misinformation impacts perceptions of extremism. They also explore the absurdities of legal proceedings, highlighting the challenges of holding media figures accountable for their words.
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Motives Behind Misidentifying The Shooter
- Right-wing media pushed an alternate ID to avoid the optics of a racially motivated shooter tied to their ecosystem.
- That motivation shaped how Owen and others amplified an incorrect mugshot to protect their brand.
The Desk Defense Reveals A False Facade
- Claiming papers 'just sat on the desk' forces a choice between admitting responsibility or admitting the show is unvetted junk.
- That dilemma exposes the show's performative nature and lack of journalistic rigor.
Live Rant With The Wrong Mugshot In Frame
- Owen riffed about crime statistics while an overhead camera showed a wrong mugshot placed on his desk.
- Video shows him arranging and using desk papers as sources, contradicting his later denials.