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The Twitter Files' Leighton Woodhouse
The Twitter Files' Leighton Woodhouse
The Twitter Files' Leighton Woodhouse
Saturday 31st December 2022
Trish Wood and Leighton Woodhouse explore Twitter's hidden censorship files, critical journalism, and the future of social media platforms.
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Get the buttons here!Behind Twitter's Curtain: Leighton Woodhouse on Censorship and Journalism
The main problem was that we had these overwoke, hall monitor people in charge of making these decisions who were overweight.
Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at Twitter? In this episode of 'Trish Wood is Critical', award-winning journalist Trish Wood sits down with Leighton Woodhouse to discuss his firsthand experience investigating Twitter's secret files on censorship. Leighton shares his insights into one of the most unusual days in journalism history, where actual reporters were let inside Twitter headquarters to uncover hidden truths.
The conversation takes a deep dive into the importance of critical thinking in journalism, especially when it comes to reviewing sensitive documents. Trish and Leighton also explore how legacy media is losing its grip on credibility, particularly in the context of COVID-19. Trish opens up about her latest bout with the virus and reflects on taking control of our futures.
They touch on the role of the FBI in shaping narratives and reveal some surprising details about the individuals making censorship decisions at Twitter. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the future of social media platforms and the mental health aftershocks of the pandemic. If you're interested in understanding the complexities of modern journalism and the forces shaping our online world, this episode is a must-listen.