Quantitude S7E02 Is NPR Liberally Biased? Maybe...
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Sep 16, 2025 Dive into a lively exploration of National Public Radio's alleged liberal bias, as the hosts tackle the complexities of media measurement and storytelling. They emphasize the importance of diverse narratives and how personal preferences influence views on government funding. With humor and critical analysis, the discussion encourages sharp thinking amid societal perceptions of bias. Listeners are invited to enjoy this unique take while embracing the quirks of tax allocations and government spending.
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Format: Building The Plane While Flying
- Patrick jokingly describes being "recently defunded" and not yet recording episode one.
- They frame the new segment as a spontaneous, experimental format they will "build the plane while we fly it."
Clips Setting The Premise
- They play clips of external criticisms about NPR being a left-wing propaganda outlet and funding cuts.
- Those clips set the episode's premise and the political context for the discussion.
Use A Consistent Rating Rubric
- Use an existing measurement scheme or create a numeric scale from left to right to rate stories.
- Apply that rubric consistently to stories to place outlets on a liberal–conservative continuum.