Since I've moved to Memphis, TN, I've noticed a change in the NBC local affiliate. Unlike Nashville news, here there are more graphics, slang language, and 'fluff' stories most would never dream of reporting on. At the same time, the more 'down to earth' the news becomes, the higher the ratings become. When does news step over the line into entertainment?
It is said that 10-20% of adults 18-24 receive their primary news from shows such as The Colbert Report or The Daily Show. Not to criticize this intelligent group, for from time to time, I find myself learning current politics from finding that the Obama administration is 'on notice', but over all these types of braodcasts are meant to be suplimental, entertaining forms of satirical news. What is happening to today's youth?
Is news not entertaining enough? Is it too serious? Are the graphics and fluff stories an attempt to compete with farse shows? I hope not.
Monday, February 23, 2009
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