The Dr. Rod Berger Show with James M. Dorsey, presented by Fair Observer James M. Dorsey is an award-winning journalist and commentator on foreign affairs who has covered ethnic and religious conflict and terrorism across the globe for more than three decades. Over his career, Dorsey served as a foreign correspondent for, among others, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Christian Science Monitor, and UPI in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Central America, and the US. He is currently a senior fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. 🎙 Excited to share my recent conversation with James M. Dorsey on The Dr. Rod Berger Show podcast! 🎙 In this episode, we delved into the critical role of journalism in society and the challenges we face in discerning reliable information. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation: - **Democratization vs. Gatekeeping:** The rise of the Internet and social media has democratized media, enabling anyone to have a voice. However, it has also eroded the gatekeeping function, challenging us to sift through an abundance of information and confront echo chambers. - **Economic Sustainability of Media:** We discussed the need for an economically viable and independent media in a democracy. This conversation raises questions about public funding, regulation, and sustainable business models for journalism, which are vital for upholding democratic principles. - **AI and the Future of Journalism:** The growing influence of AI in content creation poses a threat to independent thought and critical analysis. Regulation and legislation will play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of journalism in the age of AI. Listen to the full episode on The Dr. Rod Berger Show for a deeper dive into these thought-provoking topics and more! #Journalism #Media #AI #Democracy #PodcastDiscussion #CriticalThinking