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The Story of Bat Boy and the Weekly World News
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The Weekly World News was a tabloid newspaper that gained popularity for its outrageous and sensational stories, including that of Bat Boy. Despite the absurdity, the publication was beloved by many and even claimed to be the only reliable newspaper.
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Bat Boy was a mythical creature that became famous after he was captured and held in captivity, ultimately becoming a patriot when he attempted to search for Osama bin Laden.
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Bat Boy was a mythical creature that became famous after he was captured and held in captivity, ultimately becoming a patriot when he attempted to search for Osama bin Laden. His story became popular thanks to the Weekly World News.
ChapterThe Story of Bat Boy and the Weekly World News
EpisodeSelects: How Tabloids Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Weekly World News is a now-defunct tabloid that was known for its outrageous stories, including the infamous "Bat Boy" character, and its claim to be the world's only reliable newspaper.
04:22 - 06:04 (01:42)
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The Weekly World News is a now-defunct tabloid that was known for its outrageous stories, including the infamous "Bat Boy" character, and its claim to be the world's only reliable newspaper.
ChapterThe Story of Bat Boy and the Weekly World News
EpisodeSelects: How Tabloids Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Weekly World News, an extreme example of a tabloid, was well aware that their readers were not well-informed, as stated by one of their editors.
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The Weekly World News, an extreme example of a tabloid, was well aware that their readers were not well-informed, as stated by one of their editors. Tabloids are a form of popular media known for sensationalized and exaggerated stories.