Independent Media Is Exploding. But Can You Trust It?

Trust in mainstream media has fallen to a record low, while independent voices are gaining more influence than ever. But independent media and fake news are not the same thing. Credible independent media challenges power with evidence, transparency, sourcing, and accountability. Fake news uses outrage, emotion, and deception to tell audiences exactly what they want to hear. In this episode of Fiercely Independent, Chris examines the credibility crisis facing mainstream outlets, the controversy surrounding changes at 60 Minutes, and the standard every independent media organization should be held to. One challenges power. The other manufactures a narrative. Today’s sponsor: FLIPAL A new daily word puzzle built around flipping tiles, solving the phrase, and sharing the result. Stay fierce. Stay independent. #IndependentMedia #FakeNews #MainstreamMedia #MediaBias #60Minutes #CBSNews #FiercelyIndependent #PoliticalCommentary #MediaLiteracy #NewsAnalysis