So, for my project i interviewed some folks over at Free Speech TV. they offer alternative/progressive television programming that you really would not see on mainstream television broadcasting. because the organization does not accept money from governmental or corporate interests, they are not subjected to the same "bottom-line" policies that affect the content of their broadcasting. in this sense, they are able promote a more fearless type of journalism and social activism.
here's an example of one of the shows they have on FSTV. it's called "The Global Report." i think it's a good example of how FSTV differs from major news networks and how certain issues are reported.
what do you guys think of this style of news reporting/commentary? how does the content, presentation, and tone differ from what you would see on something like ABC?
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What I think is interesting is that this show so closely holds to the conventions of traditional broadcast news--their close, the set, graphics, tone, style of delivery. This in some ways contributes to it's perceived credibility but I wonder if alternative news that totally breaks the form in some ways can be more effective.
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