Trish Wood
Trish Wood
David Zweig
David Zweig
David Zweig
Saturday 11th March 2023
Journalist David Zweig joins Trish Wood to reveal the Twitter Files, discussing social media censorship and government influence on media.
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Get the buttons here!David Zweig Uncovers the Twitter Files: Social Media's Dark Side
No, now you're trying to get me to say that he is the source. I think every American, by virtue of being an American, has the right to free speech enshrined in the constitution.
Imagine being in the eye of a storm where social media giants and government agencies clash over what you can or can't see online. That's exactly what journalist David Zweig brings to light in this riveting episode of 'Trish Wood is Critical'. Trish Wood invites Zweig to share his firsthand experience as a COVID reporter who has managed to get his work into major publications, despite the odds stacked against him.
The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the Twitter Files, a trove of documents revealing how government agencies and NGOs pressured Twitter to remove accounts they labeled as spreading misinformation, disinformation, or malinformation. Zweig provides an insider's view of how Twitter executives were making critical decisions about which tweets to censor, often crossing ethical lines in their handling of COVID-related content. As the conversation unfolds, Trish and David explore the broader implications of these actions.
They discuss how entities like Newsguard and the Disinformation Index, both funded by the US government, are influencing media control by steering advertiser revenue away from disfavored publications. This raises alarming questions about the state of free speech and journalism in the digital age. But it's not all doom and gloom. Trish and David's discussion is peppered with moments of bemusement and resilience, showcasing the importance of standing firm in the face of censorship.
They emphasize that journalism and free speech are essential pillars of democracy, now more than ever under threat. This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about media manipulation and the future of free speech. It will leave you pondering the complex dynamics at play in today's digital landscape and questioning who really controls the information you consume.