

How to Dissect a News Article to Tell if it's Real News
16 snips Oct 7, 2020
In this podcast, the host dissects a news article to teach listeners how to determine if it's real news. They discuss the manipulative language used, analyze the discrepancy between the article and the FBI's statement, and explore the financial aspects and political bias of journalism. They also emphasize the importance of understanding information manipulation and gaining an advantage in the age of fake news.
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Emotional Headlines Signal Bias
- Emotional and dramatic headlines indicate bias and aim to manipulate readers' feelings.
- Headlines designed as clickbait usually lack fairness and factual balance.
Verify Sources and Quotes
- Always seek specific sources and links for quotes and claims in news articles.
- Avoid accepting statements without clear origin or context cited by the article.
Follow Source Links Diligently
- Follow every source link to verify the validity and quality of supporting data.
- Question surveys or studies that lack clear methodology or reputable backing.