Second Helping with Grace & Katelyn - New Media and the Post-Truth Era
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Join Grace and Katelyn as they discuss the intricacies of the Democratic Primary, touching on the performance and profiles of various candidates. They explore how our media, old and new, influences public perception and how it's been used to disseminate political narratives. The conversation shifts to the challenge of identifying factual information amidst a flood of “infotainment” news.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:14 Discussing the Democratic Primary
05:27 The Role of Media in Politics
07:26 Understanding the Shift in Media Consumption
08:32 The Impact of New Media on Society
10:18 The Influence of Television on Public Perception
12:16 The Evolution of Political Communication
13:53 The Dangers of Misinformation and Biases
20:41 Social Media and Public Opinion
28:41 The Need for Better Communication and Understanding
36:06 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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