
#451 - The Battle of Batya (w/ Batya Ungar-Sargon)
The Fifth Column
Discussion on NPR's CEO and accusations of group thinking
The discussion revolves around criticisms of NPR, particularly accusing the CEO, Katherine Mar, of promoting group thinking on the left. It is highlighted that some believe NPR has become too 'woke' and aligned with group thinking, which has sparked controversy. The critics argue that the CEO's leadership has led to a lack of adversarial coverage and a homogenization of perspectives within the organization. This incident has led to a broader debate on journalistic integrity and the role of objectivity in media organizations.
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