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#207: The Outrage Industry - Understanding Political Media with Dr. Jeffrey Berry
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Dr. Berry delves into the role of social media in exacerbating political polarization, describing how algorithms create echo chambers that amplify extreme viewpoints. He highlights the importance of media literacy and quality journalism in countering misinformation and fostering a more informed public.
The episode also explores the critical role of interest groups in shaping public policy. Dr. Berry explains how these groups operate within the American political system, lobbying legislators and influencing political decisions. He emphasizes that while interest groups are constitutionally protected and essential for democracy, they often represent narrow segments of the population, leading to policies that may not align with broader public interests.
Dr. Berry's Work and links:
The Outrage Industry: Political Opinion Media and the New Incivility
The Interest Group Society
Jeffrey Berry on X
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Kapitel
1. #207: The Outrage Industry - Understanding Political Media with Dr. Jeffrey Berry (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Mindfully Gay Podcast (00:14:32)
3. (Cont.) #207: The Outrage Industry - Understanding Political Media with Dr. Jeffrey Berry (00:15:19)
223 episoder
Manage episode 430364911 series 3099392
Dr. Berry delves into the role of social media in exacerbating political polarization, describing how algorithms create echo chambers that amplify extreme viewpoints. He highlights the importance of media literacy and quality journalism in countering misinformation and fostering a more informed public.
The episode also explores the critical role of interest groups in shaping public policy. Dr. Berry explains how these groups operate within the American political system, lobbying legislators and influencing political decisions. He emphasizes that while interest groups are constitutionally protected and essential for democracy, they often represent narrow segments of the population, leading to policies that may not align with broader public interests.
Dr. Berry's Work and links:
The Outrage Industry: Political Opinion Media and the New Incivility
The Interest Group Society
Jeffrey Berry on X
Visit my NEW Website! https://www.christopherbalkaran.com
Check out my Instagram/Tik Tok for daily posts:
Instagram @openmindspod
Tiktok @openmindspodcast
Kapitel
1. #207: The Outrage Industry - Understanding Political Media with Dr. Jeffrey Berry (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Mindfully Gay Podcast (00:14:32)
3. (Cont.) #207: The Outrage Industry - Understanding Political Media with Dr. Jeffrey Berry (00:15:19)
223 episoder
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