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The Impact of Sensationalism and Social Media on Science Reporting
55:06 - 58:26 (03:20)
The prevalence of sensationalism and the monetization of social media has influenced the way scientists approach reporting their research, leading to an increase in exaggerated claims and attention-grabbing headlines.
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The media's amplification of doomsday predictions during the early days of COVID-19 caused widespread panic, highlighting the power of biases in shaping our perception of events.
55:06 - 56:18 (01:12)
Summary
The media's amplification of doomsday predictions during the early days of COVID-19 caused widespread panic, highlighting the power of biases in shaping our perception of events. In the academic world, scientists aim to be less wrong, whereas in the media world, attention-grabbing headlines are often prioritized over accuracy.
ChapterThe Impact of Sensationalism and Social Media on Science Reporting
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PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Some scientists have realized they can make a lot more money through social media than they can through traditional scientific publishing, which has led to a shift in the incentive structure for scientists.
56:18 - 58:26 (02:08)
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Some scientists have realized they can make a lot more money through social media than they can through traditional scientific publishing, which has led to a shift in the incentive structure for scientists. This is a relatively recent phenomenon, and it marks a departure from the past when doing anything for a company was viewed negatively.