Do you prefer more opinionated journalists? The BBC believes you don’t; they implemented a 10-point plan that aims to “push fair and unbiased content” because it’s afraid that its younger journalists are slowly losing touch with the journalistic principle of impartiality. These guidelines even police liking posts or commenting emojis, as they can present a person’s bias. Presenting bias is a huge no-no as a BBC employee because they are supposed to present the values of the organisation above all else—even their personal opinions. Read full article here
Culture
The Priest in the Arena
The phrase “man in the arena” has been popularized in recent years, but a lesser known, more dangerous archetype is the “priest in the arena”. This figure is responsible for a process called theocratic capture, where an institution surrenders to a cult demanding unaccountable authority, fueled by claims to privileged knowledge. These cults often target powerful institutions and attempt to monopolize conversations with scaremongering tactics and hostile treatment of allies. It is important to identify and stop theocratic capture before it can gain control. Read full article here
Merv
May 29, 2023
