
Broadcast journalist Nicole Chvastek and Australia's pre-eminent journalism ethics expert Denis Muller seek out the media industry's good, bad and ugly, taking you behind the headlines in their revealing podcast Truth, Lies and Media. New episodes each Wednesday.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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Join us for the last weekly discussion in 2025 - It's been a wonderful year! We'll be back in early 2026.
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Nicole and Denis are ruthless, and fair, in their appraisals of Australian and international media.
Their integrity is on display and presents a strong defence to the misinformation, misdirection and lies we are all exposed to from entrenched media and captured governments.
Shining an independent light into current affairs and the limitations of mainstream media. Long may you run (ad free please!).
Speaking truth to power in all its forms. Special thanks to Nicole for being a strong feminist voice!
If I was still teaching English I would be playing this podcast to my senior classes. Please continue.
This is a terrific podcast. It’s essential listening for anyone interested in media and the state of public discourse.
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The content frequently engages with the media landscape, focusing on the interaction between media practices and political dynamics in Australia. Episodes explore critical themes such as misinformation during health crises, the influence of major media corporations like News Corp, and ethical concerns in journalism related to significant legal and political events. With an emphasis on investigative discussion, the program tackles issues from the heightened scrutiny of media narratives to the ethical responsibilities of journalists, offering listeners a blend of analysis and relevant anecdotes that breathe life into complex topics in the world of media. The hosts are noted for their strong journalistic credentials, which enrich the dialogue ... more
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