semelecostelloe.bsky.social
@semelecostelloe.bsky.social
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"For the most part, new media is providing commentary and opinion based on the original journalism of others."

💯 & I wish media audiences were more wise to the link between labour and content/production issues. If the "good" media offers meagre rates & no jobs, it's at most a middle-class hobby
"We have to start by understanding — or admitting — that there is a fundamental difference between journalism and commentary. Both are necessary, but neither can do the job of the other. Very few new media publications, influencers or podcasters are producing original journalism."
News Corp isn't dead. Progressive new media is helping it thrive
The dominance of corporate media on Australia’s political discourse is as strong as ever. And new media helps it stay that way.
www.crikey.com.au
May 14, 2025 at 7:27 AM