What is the significance of the authenticity and representation of the truth in the media that you consume on a daily basis? What is the role of a live broadcast?
Authenticity and representation of the truth in the media that I consume on a daily basis creates a sense of reassurance. While often an incorrect representation, media can reflect the current state of uneasiness as they are a form of expression. Oftentimes, on social media, false news is displayed and can be marketed as genuine information. While incorrect, the information given to me can be reassuring at the time. For example, news about celebrities are often posted online. Despite being incorrect, the information can be entertaining, even though it’s not genuine. A live broadcast can document what is happening in real time. Watchers can see what is happening on the other side of the phone. It allows viewers to be present in the current moment, even from a screen. A live broadcast is also a form of documenting the truth since it is often unedited.