285. Legacy Media in the Age of Everyone's a Journalist

In this episode, Zale discusses the evolution of media with Kim Kierans, focusing on the decline of legacy media and the rise of new media platforms. They explore the implications of this shift, including the crisis in local news, the importance of transparency in journalism, and the challenges of navigating information in the digital age. The conversation emphasizes the need for media literacy and the role of journalism in democracy, while also considering the future of news organizations in a changing landscape.

Kim's Latest Book - https://press.ucalgary.ca/books/9781773855356/

Time Stamps

00:00 The Shift from Legacy Media to New Media

08:09 The Crisis of Local News

17:22 The Role of Opinion in Modern Journalism

20:59 The Role of Newspapers in Community Awareness

21:55 Investigative Journalism: Challenges and Solutions

24:32 The Importance of Transparency in Media

26:42 Navigating Media Bias and News Literacy

28:07 The Value of Professional Journalism

33:48 The Future of Legacy Media

37:17 Personal Media Consumption Habits

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