

Ballots, bias and big tech
Oct 30, 2024
David Folkenflik, NPR's media correspondent, discusses the media's pivotal role in shaping U.S. elections. Marietje Schaake and Jennifer Huddleston debate big tech's overwhelming influence and the challenges of misinformation. David A. Kaplan offers reflections on the 2000 election's media landscape, highlighting how much has changed. They unpack the Washington Post’s controversial non-endorsement and the significant subscriber fallout, showcasing the tug-of-war between journalistic integrity and public expectations.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Washington Post's Controversial Non-Endorsement
01:36 • 2min
Massive Subscriber Exodus Amid Editorial Resignations
03:40 • 2min
Navigating Newspaper Endorsements and Media Bias
05:33 • 12min
Navigating Misinformation and Regulation in Social Media
17:53 • 17min
Inside the White House Press Room
34:32 • 6min
Election Coverage: Challenges and Insights
40:11 • 16min
Impact of the Presidential Election on Media and Technology
56:14 • 2min