TED: How to separate fact and fiction online | Markham Nolan

The video discusses the transformation in the media industry, focusing on the shift from traditional news dissemination to real-time audience interaction. It highlights the role of social media in spreading information quickly and the challenges journalists face in verifying the authenticity of content. The video also explores investigative techniques used to verify sources and emphasizes the importance of human judgment in truth-seeking.

What significant change has occurred in the relationship between news organizations and the audience?

How did the speaker's first interaction with the news media in 1984 reflect the communication gap between journalists and the audience?

What role does social media play in the dissemination of news according to the speaker?

How does the speaker view the role of the audience in shaping news coverage?

In what ways has the speed of information sharing changed the landscape of journalism?

What was the significance of the earthquake example mentioned in the text?

What are the implications of having access to vast amounts of information for journalists?

Describe the challenges journalists face when dealing with large volumes of information during events like Hurricane Sandy.

What methods did the speaker use to verify the authenticity of a video posted online?

How does the speaker differentiate between truth and algorithms in the context of journalism?