Guerrilla History Media Narratives & Hegemonic Discourses w/ Greg Shupak & Stuart Davis
Apr 11, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Stuart Davis, an Assistant Professor at Baruch College, and Greg Shupak, a Professor of English and Media Studies, delve into the power of media narratives and their role in shaping hegemonic discourses. They critique media portrayals in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, spotlighting the omission of genocide and the influence of corporate interests. The conversation also covers the impact of platforms like TikTok on geopolitical perceptions and the transformation of anti-China narratives in U.S. media, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting and diverse voices.
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Genocide Denial by Omission in Media
- Mainstream media often omits or denies the term genocide in coverage of Gaza despite credible evidence.
- This selective silence functions as a form of genocide denial by omission.
Active Genocide Denial Tactics
- Genocide denial also includes active falsehoods, like reversing victim and perpetrator roles and casting doubt on casualties.
- These tactics create confusion and justify hegemonic narratives that misrepresent the conflict.
Forces Shaping Media Narratives
- Media narratives are shaped by corporate ownership, advertiser pressure, and political connections, not just direct instruction.
- Outside groups exert "flack" to punish narratives that diverge from dominant geopolitical interests, especially on Palestine.
