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Why Do We Really Follow the News? (Rebroadcast)

Jun 16, 2016 · 00:35:49
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✨ AI Summary
  • Examines why people consume news, questioning civics-class explanations.
  • Suggests news consumption might be driven by entertainment value.
  • Explores the appeal of war, politics, and heartbreak in news.

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