Gaslit Nation

Happy Birthday, Gareth Jones

Aug 13, 2024

Timothy Snyder, a renowned historian and author of the bestseller 'Bloodlands,' joins Gareth Jones, a courageous Welsh journalist who exposed the Holodomor atrocities. They discuss Jones' fearless commitment to truth during dark times. The conversation highlights the importance of fighting disinformation and the ongoing relevance of his legacy in today's political landscape. They also touch on grassroots efforts to hold media corporations accountable, emphasizing the need for integrity in journalism and restoring public trust.

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Gareth Jones exemplified moral courage during the Holodomor, risking his career to expose Stalin's genocidal famine in Ukraine.

The podcast highlights the Media and Democracy Project's initiative to hold Fox News accountable for spreading disinformation that undermines democracy.

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Celebrating Gareth Jones and His Legacy

The podcast emphasizes the significance of Gareth Jones, particularly on his birthday, highlighting his influential role in documenting historical events like the Holodomor, a genocide famine in Ukraine under Stalin. Jones was known for his immense courage and moral integrity, using his fluency in several languages to connect deeply with the people and places he reported on, establishing him as a pivotal figure in Soviet studies. His adventurous spirit and genuine interest in social issues led him to engage with diverse communities, such as exploring Harlem during the Great Depression, showcasing his empathy and dedication to understanding societal challenges. The speaker reflects on how Jones's life serves as a moral compass, encouraging a steadfast pursuit of truth amid widespread misinformation and challenges.

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5min

Legacy of Truth in Turbulent Times

4min

Demanding Accountability from Media Corporations

2min

Tonight’s episode is coming out soon! We’re putting on the finishing touches, but first, we have a special celebration of a fearless soul.

Historian Timothy Snyder’s international bestseller Bloodlands: Europe Between Hitler and Stalin opens with the story of Gareth Jones, the young Welsh journalist who risked his life and career to bear witness to the Holodomor—Stalin’s genocide famine in Ukraine. This terror famine claimed the lives of around five million people, the vast majority in Ukraine, where Putin’s war today builds on its brutal legacy.

Today, August 13th, would have been Gareth Jones’ 119th birthday. To honor his legacy as an inspiration in the fight against fascism, disinformation, and the complicity of media “useful idiots,” join Gaslit Nation and Black Diplomats for a live taping on September 16 at the historic Ukrainian Institute of America.

The special event will include a book signing of In the Shadow of Stalin, the graphic novel adaptation of Andrea’s screenplay for Mr. Jones, the journalistic thriller inspired by Gareth Jones’ brave reporting. Gaslit Nation subscribers at the Truth-teller level ($5/month) and higher get in free. RSVP here if you would like to join our event. We look forward to sharing more special invites soon! https://ukrainianinstitute.org/event/books-at-the-institute-chalupa/

To help fight disinformation, join the Media Democracy Project and sign their petition to hold Fox News accountable: https://www.mediaanddemocracyproject.org/

Don’t forget! We’re phonebanking this Thursday at 7pm ET with our friends at Indivsible, Indivisible St Louis, Indivisible We Will Persist, and the RISK! Storytelling Podcast. RSVP here to join us: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/628701/

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Gaslit Nation

Happy Birthday, Gareth Jones

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Celebrating Gareth Jones and His Legacy

A Call to Action Against Media Misinformation

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