American news consumption is changing rapidly, with social media, podcasts and influencers playing a growing role as trust in traditional media declines. Ahead of the US midterm elections, the shift is raising concerns about misinformation, political polarisation and algorithms that can keep voters inside ideological echo chambers. Experts discuss whether the new media landscape is better informing Americans or simply making them more divided.
Presenter:
Anna Burns-Francis
Guests:
Valerie Wirtschafter: AI & Technology Fellow, Brookings Institution
Meaghan Mobbs: Director, Center for American Safety & Security
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