Drew Holden is Keeping ReceiptsDrew Holden is Keeping Receipts
Trish Wood is Critical
Drew Holden is the thinking man's - and woman's - media archaeologist, keeping the press accountable for what they said when, where their bias lies, and how they respond when stories change. He's the man holding screenshots of every news story that...
1:38:59•19 Jul 2024
Drew Holden: The Media's Watchdog
Episode Overview
- Drew Holden tracks media biases by compiling threads of news stories.
- The episode covers COVID lockdowns, Biden's mental state, and Trump mania.
- Drew emphasises the importance of scepticism in journalism.
- Ann Bauer highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the media.
- The discussion provides insights into how media narratives evolve over time.
“I want those writers who wrote those headlines or those editors who decide on those headlines to look at them and say, wow, in the light of day, right, in the light of taking a beat and slowing down and looking at these things from a week or a month or a year or many years ago, that wasn't really fair”
Guest host Ann Bauer steps in for Trish Wood to chat with Drew Holden, a media watchdog who keeps receipts on journalistic biases and inconsistencies. In this episode, Drew shares his unique approach to holding the media accountable by compiling threads that track the evolution of news stories. From COVID lockdowns to Biden's mental state and Trump mania 2.0, Drew provides a fascinating look at how media narratives shift over time.
Ann and Drew dive into the specifics of media coverage on various controversial topics, highlighting the importance of scepticism and critical thinking. Drew's meticulous documentation of media inconsistencies offers a compelling case for why transparency and accountability in journalism are crucial. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in media integrity and the power of holding the press accountable.
So, if you're curious about how media stories morph and why it's essential to keep an eye on them, this episode will not disappoint.
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