The tendency for centrist and liberal media to give a fair treatment to James O'Keefe ends up validating his controversial reporting. The centrist bias forces them to give him the benefit of the doubt, which leads to right-wing bias.
Journalist James O'Keefe attempted to uncover the mainstream media's bias by sexually harassing a reporter, Abby Boudreau, during an interview, showcasing his inappropriate and ineffective approach to journalism.
The speaker discusses how some people can become fixated on news and conservative views, even dating back to older ideas. They also mention the use of journalists and how they can be manipulated for certain benefits.
The speaker highlights how having ethics and integrity are important in journalism, even if there is a possibility of being betrayed by journalists.
The host and guest discuss the concept of "going direct" in the media and how it is perceived as an attempt by newsmakers to avoid answering tough questions, but the guest argues that it is not the case as they are willing to submit to tough questions to communicate their expertise, especially as they see the media as becoming an unreliable narrator due to bias and sloppiness.