Media and news are ways for people to stay informed about current information that is happening in the world today. For me, I get my news from five different sources ranging from social media platforms to news channels like Tik Tok, Instagram, WXII 12, the Today Show, and Entertainment Tonight.
In today's generation, Tik Tok has become one of the most popular social media apps in the world and one of my most used. This is not only because of the various trends and videos, but also because of the news produced on it through verified influencers. Tik Tok being a short video platform allows for high amount of information gain in a brief period of time, however the minute-long videos may leave out details and content but that can be remedied by further research after seeing a topic on Tik Tok.
Instagram, like Tik Tok, is a great source for me to keep with up with my friends and see what is occurring in the world, especially via the explore page and reels. Both apps can be referred to as an "eco chamber", meaning that all of the values and ideas of a user are positively reinforced by algorithm. On the other hand, beliefs that a user doesn't agree with are hardly ever shown, thus furthering the concept of an eco chamber. For example, since I love to workout, I regularly watch Instagram reels of workout routines that I could follow in the future. Just from liking one video, a numerous amount of other workout content tend to pop up on my feed since the app knows I have previously viewed something similar before. I like this feature because it essentially customizes the app to make it filled with things you enjoy to watch and believe in rather than showing a post that are contrary to your opinions.
Since I am from Winston Salem, I normally watch WXII 12, mainly when I am at home with my parents. I personally find it important to keep up with your local news to ensure you know what is going on in your hometown. It also helps you learn information about events taking place around your area, decisions about local politics, and issues that could be directly impacting your community.
My parents have always watched the Today Show, but once I took a girls trip in 2017 to New York City and had the opportunity to go on the Today Show live is when I started to really submerse myself in it too. From the fun talk shows they have to the general news portion, it is so entertaining to watch each morning and also be able to stay informed. The Today Show gets approximately five million viewers each morning, making it one of the most successful morning talk shows in America.
Lastly, Entertainment Tonight is another notable channel to include in my top sources of information as it contains some of the latest gossip, celebrity interviews, and behind-the-scenes looks in Hollywood. Being a pop culture fan, ET is unique to that of a regular news station as it provides more film and celebrity coverage rather than stories about politics or economic issues.
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