

The Riots Q+A
Aug 8, 2024
Joe Pike, a political correspondent, Sima Kotecha, a senior UK correspondent, Daniel De Simone, an investigations correspondent, and Marianna Spring, a disinformation expert, dive into the recent UK riots linked to the Southport attack. They discuss the media's portrayal of protests versus riots and the use of water cannons by police. The impact of social media on politics and the rising concerns of misinformation highlight the need for accountability in news reporting. Together, they unravel the complexities surrounding civil unrest and digital discourse.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Media, Justice, and the Language of Protest
01:34 • 13min
The Controversy of Water Cannon Use by UK Police
14:21 • 2min
Police Strategies and Military Considerations in Civil Unrest
16:04 • 8min
The Influence of Social Media on UK Politics
23:54 • 2min
Navigating Online Misinformation and Government Legislation
26:02 • 2min
Unmasking Channel 3 Now
28:24 • 9min