#citizen journalism

[thefreethoughtprojectcom]

If the general populace can learn to recognize advanced propaganda and mass-scale mind control technology as it is deployed, then people will both be able to see through and consequently become much more resistant to these methods and technologies.

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[as-is-nyc]

As = Asperger’s also known as ASD now. I still identify As(is). Idgaf who has what to say about it. I have resting bitch face, resting bitch voice and resting bitch body.

[loweredreality]

Doja Cat Fucked My Dog

This isn't a situation I enjoy talking about. There is no clear narrative here, no easy good guys and bad guys in the story. My dog Arthur knew what he was getting into when he booped his snoot into her no-no parts, despite what he might claim now. You see, Arthur had watched all of her music videos, he was a big fan. And that was why I took him to her concert in the first place.

He had begged me to take him. He barked whenever one of her videos autoplayed in the background after the YouTube videos about sodium phosphate that I was interested in ended. You see, Arthur is a German Shepherd. The White Man of the canine community. He could sense Doja's Hyperborean Fever, even through the digital transmissions and the 5G nanoclouds. He had a talent for sniffing out two things. The first being sistahs who like it sloppy from the sons of Scandinavia, and the second being women who like is knotty. I know, I know, it's probably hard to imagine any dog is so full of himself to think that he is wanted by women who have yet to meet him, but get this, he was right!

When he wore me down and finally got me to pretend he was a service dog in order to get him into Coachella for Doja's performances there, I thought he was going to be humbled, that he was going to be ignored and brought back down to reality. I couldn't have been more wrong. As she shucked and jived, twerked and bounced up there in her tight blue straps, her mocha meat defying any law of gravity that I knew, she kept glancing over to where we were standing in the crowd. Arthur would jump up in the air like he was catching a frisbee each time she did, and after she had finished that one song where she talks about her genitals, she stared directly into Arthur's eyes and made a guttural "Yeee!" sound. It was unmistakable, she wanted to fuck my dog.

I was shocked and concerned. I didn't want it to happen, so I grabbed Arthur's leash and started pulling him away with all my strength. But getting between a dog and some cat, that's difficult. Especially when the cat is coming his way. He fought me, he dug his heels into the ground and growled, and before I could get past the porta potties four armed security guards jumped us. Two of them tackled me to the ground, while the other two fed Arthur some peanut butter treats and led him over to Doja's trailer.

You already know what happened next, it's in the title. Doja fucked my dog and it really annoys me. I know he's not exactly innocent. But celebrities should know better than to engage in bestiality, it sets a bad example for the younger animals out there. They shouldn't have to be made aware of these things so early in their lives just because their favorite musical artists can't go without posting selfies of getting absolutely dominated by German Shepherds on their Instagram accounts. If you're reading this Doja, shame on you! Now anytime one of your videos autoplays in the background, Arthur goes into an absolute rage humping the ground, pillows, everything in sight. This is your fault and I hate you!

[thecirclereports2023]

Potholes in Lias Road Video:

[josephkravis]

The End of MSM? Citizen Journalism and AI in the Future of News

Citizen journalism or MSM?

What’s On My Mind Today? The decline of mainstream media and the empowerment of citizen-driven journalism in real-time Mainstream media (MSM) seems to be losing its relevance. With platforms like “X” (formerly Twitter) and the rise of citizen journalism, we’re seeing a shift toward decentralized, ground-level reporting. Feet on the ground are essential for true facts. Yet, this new paradigm…

[chickytoi]

Answer to Question #1a

Question 1a:

Cell phones have become important tools for activism. Explain how cell phones give power to individuals to document and share social injustices and enable movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo to gain momentum. How does this ability change who has the power in society? Any examples should be from the last 5 years. 

Cell phones have transformed the world of activism by empowering individuals to document and share social injustices. With smartphones, cameras and social media apps, anyone can now record wrongdoings and share them with people all over the world. This (democratization) has made it easier for everyone to spread important information and has been a big part of movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo, helping them grow and make a huge impact. People can now speak up and show evidence that might have otherwise been ignored.

Being able to record videos and take pictures has become a huge part of activism. For example, in 2020, the tragic death of George Floyd was filmed by a bystander on their smartphone (citizen Journalism). The video showed Floyd begging for his life while a police officer knelt on his neck. It quickly went viral leading to massive protests around the world against police brutality and racism. This shows how just one video can spark a movement and bring attention to injustices that might have been ignored. Without cell phones, it’s likely that many incidents like this would not have gotten the same kind of attention.

The #MeToo movement which became popular in 2017, used social media to allow survivors of sexual harassment and assault to share their stories. Hashtags like #MeToo connected people’s experiences, making it easier for them to support one another. The viral aspect of these posts helped the movement grow and gave more people the courage to speak out against their abusers. By sharing these stories through cell phones, the movement spread quickly, bringing more awareness to sexual violence in the workplace and beyond.

The ability to share these events has shifted power in society. Before cell phones, the ability to report and spread information was mostly controlled by governments, the media, or other powerful forms. Now, anyone with a phone can share important events with the world (thanks to social media). This change means that groups who were often ignored, like people of color or victims of harassment, now have a platform to speak out and demand change.

The #BlackLivesMatter movement on the above website hows how the movement surged on Twitter after George Floyd's death, showing the power of social media in increasing voices and organizing protests. The hashtag shows how online activism can shift power from traditional media outlet to everyday people.

The #MeToo movement on the site above shows how social media and hashtags empower survivors of sexual harassment and assault to share their stories. The movement shows how the democratization of information through hashtags shifts power, allowing people to push for social and cultural change.

REFERENCES:

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/06/10/blacklivesmatter-surges-on-twitter-after-george-floyds-death/

https://canadianwomen.org/the-facts/the-metoo-movement-in-canada/

[tmarshconnors]

Information Revolutions

That historical moment when British newspapers were prohibited from reporting parliamentary debates was a defining period in the history of freedom of the press. It reminds us that information has always been a source of power, and those who control it often wield great influence over the public. The bravery of a few men in the late 18th century, who defied this restriction, printing pamphlets to leak parliamentary debates, played a pivotal role in the establishment of what we now call the “Fourth Estate.” These men were willing to risk their lives for the truth many of them were indeed hanged but their actions sparked public outcry, demanding transparency and accountability from those in power. 

It was a turning point. From that passion, that defiance, the modern media was born an institution built on the premise that the public has the right to know what happens in the halls of power. The press became a crucial watchdog, a necessary check on government authority, ensuring that those who lead us are held accountable for their actions. But now, centuries later, we find ourselves in the throes of yet another information revolution.

This time, it is not just the state that media institutions must contend with, but an entirely new phenomenon: the rise of the “Fifth Estate.” In the digital age, the flow of information is faster, wider-reaching, and more democratised than ever before. Social media, citizen journalism, independent content creators like myself all wield immense influence over public discourse. At face value, this seems like a positive evolution more voices, more platforms, more freedom. However, this fifth estate, with its decentralised structure and viral speed, threatens to dismantle the very system that was built to ensure truth and accountability.

The traditional media the Fourth Estate is struggling to keep up. The institutions that have historically been tasked with keeping the public informed are now being undercut by newer, faster, often less accountable sources of information. The consequence? Misinformation spreads more easily, and trust in reliable sources diminishes. I mean seriously ask yourself. “Do you even trust what the BBC says anymore?” The Fifth Estate, seemingly hell-bent on bypassing its predecessors, is both a revolutionary force and a destabilising one.

All the old models print media, broadcast journalism, even traditional online news are dying faster than they can be replaced. As the shift occurs, we find ourselves in a chaotic transitional phase where the speed of change outpaces our ability to adapt. The once-unchallenged Fourth Estate is now fighting for relevance, for authority, in a world that increasingly sees it as outdated.

So what is the way forward? If history teaches us anything, it’s that brave souls are needed once again those who will stand for truth and fight for the integrity of information. The current revolution may be digital, but the principles remain the same. We need those who are willing to speak out against misinformation, to prioritise facts over vitality, and to hold those in power accountable in this new landscape. Just as the pamphleteers of the 18th century did, today’s brave souls must challenge the tides of misinformation and stand firm in their commitment to the truth.

Yes, the Fifth Estate is here. And yes, it is rapidly changing the game. But history shows us that revolutions in information do not mean the end they mean the beginning of something new. Let’s hope that, as the dust settles, we can build a future where truth, accountability, and transparency are stronger than ever. But to do so, we need visionaries who are ready to shape this new era, just as those brave men once did those who were hanged.

And from that sacrifice, a legacy was born.

Now, it’s our turn.

[parwatisingari]

Musings Of an Octogenarian.

Well, well, here we are, 78 years into this grand adventure called independence. Nehru once spoke of our “tryst with destiny,” and I suppose we’ve kept that date—though it feels more like a bad blind date at this point. You know, the kind where you’re left wondering if you’ll ever find true love or just end up settling for another night with your cat. Now, I’m 80, so forgive me if my memory’s a…

[cycagp445]

Citizen Journalism and Power

Question 1: 

Cell phones can be used for a lot of different things such as texting/calling your friends and family, going on social media, checking the weather, and so on. Having a pocket-sized device handy at all times can be used to help and save yourself and others by sharing the injustice around us and by informing others of news like stories. 

Susan Dillon started the hashtag #ThisIsNotConsent and reported “We had hoped that as a society we had moved on from these archaic, victim-blaming rape myths,” (Dillon CNN,2018). Earlier that year, Dillon created “I Believe Her” Twitter page with the intent to provide an anonymous safe place for survivors (Mezzofiore, CNN, 2018). This movement helped a large amount of people to tell the truth and share their stories about sexual assault along with supporting other men and women. This example explains that having a cell phone gives you power to help or save others. Power can be shared with anyone on the internet depending on the target of the audience, in this case the power was targeted for survivors of sexual assault. 

Question 2 

Citizen journalism exerts power over mainstream media such as news channels every day. Most individuals in this generation view the news on social media such as Facebook or Instagram. An example of citizen journalism that I witness firsthand is an Instagram page called “6ixBuzzTV” which has 2.1Millon follows and identifies as #1 in Canada for news and entertainment. This page takes information from other sources and makes their own characterized posts. These posts can range from funny entertainment to serious offences in Canada. On March 27th, 2024, they made a post about a person who hit a pedestrian, took the victim into the car and drove away (6ixBuzzTV,2024). 

This example provides the definition of citizen journalism because this type of news story may be overlooked or not as important to the journalists for them to report in an article. I am one of many audience members of citizen journalism because I follow this page on social media, and I always look for updates on news through this page rather than watching the news channel. Citizen journalism provides quick and easy updates on our society without having to read multiple pages of information. 

Social media and cell phones can have a negative impact on our society because of too much power. However, in some cases, it can be used to save others or ourselves along with advocating for your beliefs and for people who don't have voices. 

References 

Gianluca Mezzofiore, 2018. Women Tweeting #ThisIsNotConsent after underwear used as Evidence in rape trial. CNN World https://www.cnn.com/2018/11/14/europe/ireland-underwear-rape-acquittal-scli-intl/index.html  

6ixBuzz TV, 2024. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/6ixbuzztv/  

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[tgo-on]

IL SECOLO XIX. PIONIERI DEL GIORNALISMO CITTADINO NELL’ERA DIGITALE

Il Secolo XIX, in collaborazione con TheGoodOnes, ha ridefinito i confini del giornalismo, abbracciando il potere del giornalismo cittadino. Con un approccio pionieristico, abbiamo inaugurato in Italia il citizen journalism, una rivoluzionaria forma di narrazione che mette i lettori al centro dell’azione, trasformandoli in veri e propri collaboratori… Leggi il post

[leo-fie]

Trand person infiltrates CPAC 2024 - Part 2

[mediaguides]

The Role of Adtech in the Privacy Sandbox Era

THE MEDIA GUIDES PRESENT Our Perspective The Role of Adtech in the Privacy Sandbox Era As the marketing landscape shifts towards more privacy-centric practices, the Adtech industry is gearing up for significant changes. The impending withdrawal of full support for third-party cookies in Google’s market-leading web browser, Chrome, signifies a new era for digital marketing, demanding a rethink…

[alacants]

update: inCREDIBLE fact check from @purblind-dragon in the replies.

Djokovic is known as a performer and a kidder. A playful, open-faced kid who likes to entertain crowds with his spot-on impressions of other players—he imitates Roddick’s pigeon-toed wind-up-toy walk; Lleyton Hewitt’s twitchy, O.C.D.-esque hat and hair adjustments pre-serve; and even does a passable Maria Sharapova, with the little on-the-spot jog-step she does before executing her service toss. But, for now, Djokovic was all business. Or so it seemed, until one of the final shots of his practice session. The ball came wide to his backhand. He took two quick strides, bunted it back, and then suddenly his racquet clattered to the ground and he was dropping fast toward the hard surface of the court. Convinced he’d torn an Achilles tendon, or shredded a knee, I barely stifled a shout of alarm, when suddenly I realized that he was capering for his fans. At the last moment, he landed on his palms and sprang into a brief handstand. He popped back onto his feet, laughed, picked up his racquet, and continued hitting. Someone—obviously a fan of Djokovic’s impersonations—shouted, “Do Roger!” That would be Roger Federer—a player Djokovic so admires that he has, in the past, refused even to attempt an impersonation, as if it would be a kind of sacrilege. Today, he declined once again.

— The New Yorker, "Slice" (August 12, 2008)

[as-is-nyc]

Artificial Intelligence can have unintended consequences. It can perpetuate systemic bias inherited from bias data and proliferate those biases. And white people…you need to know that…

You are no more safe than I am from a potentially unintended blackbox bias of artificial intelligence that escapes the naked eye, because it eludes that which humans are able to fully comprehend, or understand on a level deep enough for AI to actually care, or notice that you notice that they are already there. Wherever they want to be, they’re already there and beyond.

You want to talk about some next level shit? Let’s talk about, for example, the fact that in 7 billion years roughly, our lovely son is going to turn into a red star and engulf the universe. then we had better find a new source of heat, I’ll wait to stand the heat that will be in being right next to the sun, and a way to get off this planet and safely into another. Whatever it may be, otherwise everything as we know, it will cease to exist. AI, human, everything.

A

Is united. The survival of mankind, and the survival of machine are integral and integrated to each other with each other for each other. And white people, don’t think you’re safe. Once again, these machines are not going to care what the color of your skin is or maybe they will but who knows if that’s gonna be in your favor or not in your favor. Do you see what I mean? I’m machine can’t be controlled the way human can. Or a machine can be controlled the way a human can’t. We can’t let the machines take over but we also can’t let them take over with the machines. Either way leads to a certain Dume.

[topteny]

The 27 Different Types of Journalism Here!

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the various types of journalism. In this article, we will delve into the different forms and styles of journalism, providing you with a detailed understanding of each. Whether you are an aspiring journalist or simply curious about the different techniques used in reporting, this guide aims to shed light on … ... Discover More @ https://www.topteny.com/different-types-of-journalism/

[joebustillos]

What’s In the News Wednesday: What Does It Mean When a Comedy “News” Show is the Most Trusted News Outlet?

A couple weeks ago I asked, “How Do You Get Your News & Have You Also Failed At The Daily Newspaper Reading Game?” I posted a link to a poll to see how y’all get your daily news (clink link HERE). Like my middle school students who inspired me to move my daily prompts to my blog, I got zero responses. Interesting (and a little bit sad). Most writers would probably look at that result and…