If the White House is trying to figure how it lost control of the debate over healthcare in August, it could take a look at Glenn Beck’s television and radio ratings. The conservative talk radio host, who also has an hourly slot on Fox News every day, has seen his viewer numbers soar even as opponents have pressed companies to withdraw advertising from the show. Full Story »
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Interesting glimpse at relative popularity of right-wing talk shows from an economic perspective, particularly the Glenn Beck phenomenon as a source of political opposition to the Obama administration.
Luce's economic evaluation is intriguing, and I agree with his assessment of the impact of talk radio and personality-based 'news.' Luce understates ... More »
It's not really journalism at all. It is basically a review of the Glenn Beck show and tells how much money he makes and that a lot of people watch his show. A real journalistic review would look at some of his statements and compare them to reality. An actual journalist might broaden the story to include the money behind the mouth, the reason behind the rat fest, the constant attacks, the continual negativity. But that would be work. That would take the efforts of a real journalist.
Rent "Network" again. We have reached the point of insanity that, when I first watched "Network" I laughed at. What a foolish, funny movie. Not so. ... More »
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