Knowledge Fight #1005: Formulaic Objections Part 17
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Feb 7, 2025 Andrew Allen Brown, Chief Operating Officer of Newsmax Media, joins in to discuss insights from a deposition concerning the misidentification of the Allen mass shooter. The conversation highlights the stark differences in corporate behavior between Newsmax and Infowars. They tackle media accountability and the crucial ethics involved in reporting sensitive incidents, stressing the importance of verifying information. The chat takes a humorous turn when addressing media integrity, showcasing how miscommunication can lead to serious implications in journalism.
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Competent Corporate Representative
- Newsmax, unlike Infowars, had a competent corporate representative for their deposition.
- This representative, Andy, understood his role and prepared thoroughly, unlike Infowars' representatives.
Newsmax vs. Infowars Depositions
- Andy's deposition showed a stark contrast to Infowars' representatives.
- He admitted Newsmax's errors and didn't engage in time-wasting tactics.
Lack of Written Standards
- Newsmax lacks written editorial standards for image verification.
- Despite claiming their standards meet industry standards, they failed to verify the Allen shooter's image.