StarTalk Radio Fixing the Internet with Harleen Kaur (Bonus Minisode)
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Jun 20, 2025 In this engaging minisode, Harleen Kaur, a former space engineer and founder of Ground News, teams up with Neil deGrasse Tyson and Gary O’Reilly to tackle the pressing issues of media bias and the state of news reporting today. They discuss the overwhelming information flood and the necessity for critical consumption of news. Harleen introduces innovative approaches to evaluate news sources, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives in combating polarization. The trio also explores the role of technology and AI in shaping our understanding of reality.
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News as Fragmented Realities
- News gets fragmented by media biases, agendas, and funding influences.
- Different outlets create vastly different versions of the same event, shaping diverse realities.
Combat Disinformation via Clustering
- Disinformation can be identified by clustering news outlets' reactions and corrections.
- Presenting multiple perspectives allows readers to judge the truth using critical thinking.
News Revenue Fuels Echo Chambers
- News outlets tailor content to retain viewers for ad revenue, reinforcing existing beliefs.
- This creates echo chambers where audiences consume only agreeable information, deepening division.