Vinod Khosla on Gawker's Impact on Media Standards

The transcript discusses the ambiguity in defining journalists and the importance of checks and balances in media. It highlights the impact of media practices on journalistic standards, particularly criticizing the New York Times for lowering its fact-checking standards. The speaker emphasizes the need for quality and diversity in the press, expressing concern over the influence of platforms like Gawker on traditional media. Personal reflections on media practices and their consequences are also shared.

What is emphasized as crucial for journalism to prevent it from going off track?

• Faster news delivery

• More advertisements

• Checks and balances

• High salaries for journalists

How did media outlets like Gawker influence traditional newspapers?

• By causing them to lower their fact-checking standards

• By encouraging them to hire more journalists

• By making them focus more on investigative journalism

• By increasing their advertising revenue

What is a major concern about the New York Times mentioned in the transcript?

• Its focus on international news

• Its increasing subscription fees

• Its lack of online presence

• Its reduced emphasis on fact-checking

What does the speaker believe is a problem with the current state of the press?

• Decline in the quality of journalism

• Overemphasis on sports coverage

• Excessive government control

• Too much focus on local news

What aspect of the press does the speaker agree is important alongside quality?

• Speed

• Profitability

• Diversity

• Celebrity coverage