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BackStory is a weekly public podcast hosted by U.S. historians Ed Ayers, Brian Balogh, Nathan Connolly and Joanne Freeman. We're based in Charlottesville, Va. at Virginia Humanities. There’s the history you had to learn, and the history you want to learn - that’s where BackStory comes in. Each week BackStory takes a topic that people are talking about and explores it through the lens of American history. Through stories, interviews, and conversations with our listeners, BackStory makes histo ...
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Summary
In this episode, Kris and I discuss the media and the challenges of consuming information in today's world. We talk about biases in the media, the importance of fact-checking, and the need to be skeptical of information. We also touch on the influence of social media and the pressure to be the first to report news. We emphasize the importance of seeking out diverse sources of information and being aware of one's own biases.
Takeaways
- The media has biases, and it's important to be aware of them when consuming information.
- Fact-checking is crucial in today's world where misinformation spreads quickly.
- Social media has a significant influence on how news is reported and consumed.
- Seeking out diverse sources of information helps to get a more balanced perspective.
- Being aware of one's own biases and questioning one's own opinions is essential for critical thinking.
Chapters:
- (00:00) - The Experience of Consuming Media
- (16:11) - Recognizing and Dealing with Bias
- (30:44) - The Importance of Waiting for Complete Information
- (36:53) - No Place or Media Outlet is Perfect
Transcript:
Check out the website - https://generallyamerican.com/index.php/2024/02/27/s5e3-citizenship-and-board-games/Or download the transcript at https://generallyamerican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/s5e3-270224-1652.srt
Contact:
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Discord: https://discord.gg/NUUC2QJumv
E-mail: [email protected]
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