The hottest Media Criticism Substack posts right now

Musk fails the test of rational humanity by not rising above debates and engaging emotionally.
Having a minimal education level is crucial for rational conversation, not extensive expertise.
Clear thesis statements and specific supporting arguments are necessary for rational debates.

Chris Stirewalt's book 'Broken News' highlights the negative impact of post-journalism and the cultivation of specific content for a focused audience.
The shift in media landscape towards hyper-competitive, attention-seeking models through social media and cable TV has led to a decline in the quality of news and public discourse.
Stirewalt offers a fresh perspective in 'Broken News' that is accessible for readers, urging them to improve their consumption of news and be discerning citizens.

Delivery workers in gig economy face tough challenges, affecting perspectives on ordering food
Media industry struggles with issues of copyright in the age of information abundance
Online communities like Couchsurfing face changes, losing initial essence in pursuit of profit

Lessons can be learned from exploring personal data, like emails sent over years.
Analyzing someone else's data, like emails exchanged with a partner, can reveal insights and challenges.
Reflection is important in a world where self-absorption is common.

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There are claims that early COVID-19 cases in the U.S. were misattributed to vaping, raising questions about the CDC's actions at the time.
Some believe that COVID-19 was engineered as a bioweapon and that the focus on China is an attempt to deflect attention from U.S. involvement.
There are concerns about attempts to cover up evidence linking Trump's administration to the creation and release of COVID-19, overshadowing other health crises like Fukushima radiation fallout.