On the Media

How Hank Green Makes the Truth Go Viral. Plus, the Escape Fantasies of the Uber Rich.

Nov 23, 2024
Hank Green, a science communicator and YouTuber known for SciShow, discusses his methods for making the truth go viral. He shares insights on audience connection and the challenges of misinformation. Renée DiResta, an expert on online manipulation, uncovers how influencers reshape media dynamics in today's news landscape. Douglas Rushkoff delves into the surreal survival fantasies of tech billionaires, critiquing their isolation and exploring the implications of wealth disparity in a potential dystopian future.
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INSIGHT

Influencer News Consumption

  • More people get their news from social media, perhaps because influencers seem less compromised than legacy press.
  • A Pew Research report found 20% of Americans and 37% of adults under 30 get news from content creators.
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Chomsky's Propaganda Model

  • Chomsky and Herman's propaganda model explains how systemic biases function within corporate mass media.
  • Five filters narrow perspectives: ownership, funding, sourcing, flack (negative responses), and a common enemy.
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Chomsky's Model Outdated?

  • Chomsky's model might be outdated because the press no longer controls information like before.
  • New gatekeepers and incentives have emerged with social media, empowering individuals.
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