Amy Goodman on the Media’s “Access of Evil”

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Amy Goodman discusses the role of media in war coverage and the importance of independent journalism.

Vote here to help The Intercept Briefing win its first Webby Award for best news and politics podcast. Show description: As talks to end the U.S.–Israel war on Iran break down and President Donald Trump demands a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, journalist Amy Goodman says that in times of war and conflicts, “What I care about is the answer, and I care that people in this country don't get health care at the same time that money goes to kill others in another country.” This week on The Intercept Briefing, Goodman speaks to host Akela Lacy about a new documentary called “ Steal This Story, Please! ” The documentary follows Goodman’s life, journalism career, and the building of the independent news program “Democracy Now!” which just celebrated its 30th year. Recalling times when networks used their video footage, says Goodman, “I encourage that. Steal this story, please. It's a failure if it's an exclusive. We are covering these critical issues of the day, and we want to ensure that these stories get out because independent media is essential to the functioning of a democratic society.” Many journalists and news outlets don’t ask tough questions to maintain what she calls…

People in this episode

Host: Akela Lacy

Guest: Amy Goodman

Topics covered

• media criticism
• war coverage
• independent journalism
• health care
• access of evil

Keywords

• Amy Goodman
• media
• journalism
• war
• health care
• Democracy Now!
• access of evil
• U.S.-Iran conflict

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Democracy Now!, The Intercept Briefing

Places: U.S., Iran, Strait of Hormuz

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