Media Confidential

Q&A: Has journalism become a commodity?

Alan and Lionel discuss falling public trust in journalism and how newsrooms can start reclaiming the narrative

March 17, 2025
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Alan and Lionel respond to more listeners’ questions on this week’s Q&A.

The editors are asked if an abundance of low-quality media has affected public trust in journalism. They discuss the concept of “flooding the zone”, and how newsrooms can start reclaiming the narrative.

Plus, do journalists play a role in promoting fraudulent influencers?

If you have a question for Alan and Lionel send them to mediaconfidential@prospectmagazine.co.uk