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BPP 408 – The Illusion of Truth
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There’s an old joke. How do you know a reporter is lying? His lips are moving. Ok, I’ve heard it used for several other professions, as well, but oh man, does it apply to this episode! Seriously, though, an honest and free press is important to a democratic society. In this case, we see the power of a press under the control of a dictator at work. That is an entirely different animal.
The Babylon 5 command staff allow an ISN reporter onto the station as a follow up from season 2’s And Now For A Word. You know it’s going to be a hit job. The crew knows, as well. However, nobody is prepared for just how much you can do with a bit of creative editing and no way to get equal time to call B.S. Pay attention to the time on the station and how things are cut to give a desired message. This is a creepy and disturbing episode.
The good news is that you won’t get lies or B.S. from Raul, Jim, and JP. Just good solid commentary and thoughtful discussion on the press, the power of the word, and just how much damage it can have when abused.
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