The Big Noise

The Big Noise

Author: Index on Censorship January 3, 2020 Duration: 19:14

In the winter 2019 podcast, The Big Noise, we focus on the tactics male macho leaders around the world use to quash criticism, debate and therefore freedom of expression. Orna Herr and Jemimah Steinfeld discuss the latest edition of the magazine, revealing their highlights of the issue and concerns over the collision between social media apps and world leaders trying to spread disinformation. Guests include Richard Hine, who runs a popular Donald Trump parody account on Twitter and explains how the US president manipulates the media, Italian journalist Leonardo Bianchi who describes the mistrust of the partisan Italian media, Brazilian journalist Patricia Campos Mello who reveals the extent of sexist abuse suffered by female journalists in Brazil, and Viktoria Sërdult, a contributor the latest edition of the magazine who discusses the Hungarian government's anti-LGBT agenda.  


There's a constant, global conversation happening about who gets to speak and what stories are allowed to be told. Index on Censorship magazine podcasts brings you directly into that dialogue, moving beyond headlines to examine the real-world battles for free expression. Each episode draws from the deep well of experience and reporting that has defined the Index on Censorship organization for decades. You'll hear from journalists facing threats for their work, artists navigating creative suppression, and activists challenging silence in all its forms. This isn't just theoretical discussion; it's grounded in the urgent, often personal struggles shaping our media and culture. The podcast offers nuanced commentary that connects the dots between news events, artistic movements, and the fundamental right to share ideas. Expect thoughtful interviews, on-the-ground reports, and analysis that refuses to oversimplify complex issues. By tuning in, you gain a clearer understanding of the forces that seek to limit speech and the resilient individuals pushing back. It’s essential listening for anyone who cares about the unfiltered stories that define our world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 25

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