Trish Wood
Trish Wood
Time for a Critical Review
Time for a Critical Review
Time for a Critical Review
Friday 23rd February 2024
Trish Wood reflects on the future of independent media, highlighting the need for trustworthy journalism in a chaotic landscape.
21 minutes
Informative
Honest
Thought-provoking
Non-judgmental
Engaging
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Trish Wood
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Episode Overview
- Legacy media has failed, making way for independent platforms.
- Rage casting provokes emotional reactions but lacks substance.
- Trustworthy journalism is crucial in today's chaotic media landscape.
- Thoughtful, well-researched content is needed over superficial reporting.
- Prioritising truth over tribalism can lead to more meaningful discussions.
We need to smarten up and start thinking very solemnly and very critically about what we're doing
In this episode of 'Trish Wood is Critical', Trish takes a step back to reflect on the podcast's direction and the broader state of independent media. With her technical team on a break, Trish shares her thoughts on the failure of legacy media and the rise of indie platforms. She highlights the importance of trustworthy journalism in today's chaotic media landscape and ponders how to cut through the noise to provide meaningful content.
Trish also discusses the concept of 'rage casting'—where controversial topics are used to provoke emotional reactions without offering substantial information. She emphasises the need for thoughtful, well-researched journalism that helps listeners understand complex issues rather than just inciting outrage. Throughout the episode, Trish's empathetic yet tough approach shines as she explores the challenges and opportunities facing independent media. She calls for a return to deeper, more considered journalism that prioritises truth over tribalism.
If you're tired of the superficiality of modern media and crave content that makes you think, this episode is a must-listen. Stay critical and choose truth over tribe.