TRIGGERnometry Careful What You Click On - Konstantin Kisin
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Sep 1, 2025 Dive into the evolving landscape of media freedom and its societal impact. Discover how sensationalism has taken over new media figures, reshaping their narratives. Learn about the growing power of individuals in content creation and the crucial role of discernment in consuming news. Plus, get insights on how platforms like Ground News can help navigate media bias effectively.
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From Room Above A Club To Global Reach
- Konstantin Kisin recounts starting TRIGGERnometry above a comedy club with borrowed gear and early producer turnover.
- He contrasts that humble origin with reaching interviews of world leaders and near-million downloads per episode.
Media Decline Was Structural And Moral
- Kisin argues technological change plus media corruption accelerated legacy media decline.
- He says lowering entry barriers and exposing bad faith journalism undermined old media monopolies.
The Myth Of Gatekeeper-Free Media
- Kisin says many in new media reject curation and deny responsibility for content.
- He warns this pretense protects free-speech credentials while remaining selective about guests.