Team Human Jonathan Larsen
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Mar 31, 2025 Jonathan Larsen, the Founder of The Fucking News, revolutionizes journalism with decades of experience from major networks to online platforms. He discusses how journalism can spur societal change and emphasizes the evolution from corporate to grassroots reporting. Larsen delves into the impact of technology on news presentation, audience engagement, and the significance of emotional connections. He also reflects on the complexities of maintaining integrity in an evolving media landscape and the critical importance of democracy amid contemporary anxieties.
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Journalism's Decline
- Journalism hasn't served the public well, even before Trump.
- Corporate media's downfall isn't a loss, as it wasn't on a pedestal.
Rise of Citizen Journalism
- Citizen journalists are filling the void left by traditional media.
- They research and share information, acting as journalists without the title.
Engagement vs. Length
- Don't assume short, sensational segments are necessary for engagement.
- The highest-rated news segments are often the longest ones.
