Author Topic: Poll:What Is Your Primary News Source (Read 5561 times)

Herman Cain · « **on:** July 30, 2016, 06:24:26 PM »

What is Your primary news source?

4everwarriors · « **Reply #1 on:** July 30, 2016, 06:32:38 PM »

Heresay, hey?

Herman Cain · « **Reply #2 on:** July 30, 2016, 06:48:48 PM »

Quote from: 4everwarriors on July 30, 2016, 06:32:38 PM

Heresay, hey?

Added that option

mu_hilltopper · « **Reply #3 on:** July 30, 2016, 07:17:46 PM »

I'd say my primary source is an aggregator: http://www.memeorandum.com/

A lot of it is opinion, but if there's a sizable news story, there'll be links to news outlets.

naginiF · « **Reply #4 on:** July 30, 2016, 07:41:48 PM »

I voted CNN but think that hilltopper is on the right path in that getting a variety of opinions is the best course. CNN has a clear bend but not a biased........that is, given some of the other options provided.

The key is that the reader needs to understand that there is a slant to every article. I think we've all observed what happens when you only listen one channel.

HouWarrior · « **Reply #5 on:** July 30, 2016, 08:41:34 PM »

Poll seems skewed to an assumption of getting one's news from TV. I havent gotten my news from any TV source in many years....My brother was in local TV news for 40 years and we both lament its digression to simplicity, laziness, and sound bites. The Days of the trustees of a public trust in news reporting espoused by Edward R Murrow, Walter Cronkite Huntley/Brinkley.... have passed forever.

I read NY Times, Houston Chronicle, Time and then daily.... I cruise my bookmarks of about 6 compilation news sites.
I dont read opinion pages...preferring to distill and reach my own views..
but my goal always remains to drill down for the reported facts...a task made harder now than ever before

GooooMarquette · « **Reply #6 on:** July 30, 2016, 10:27:54 PM »

I primarily use the Apple News app on my iPad, which is an aggregator. The stories I clock on most often seem to come from the Washington Post and NY Times.

forgetful · « **Reply #7 on:** July 30, 2016, 10:32:11 PM »

Freeway.

MU82 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 30, 2016, 10:37:53 PM »

I haven't had a primary news source ever since Chicos was banned.

rocket surgeon · « **Reply #9 on:** July 30, 2016, 11:43:58 PM »

Quote from: MU82 on July 30, 2016, 10:37:53 PM

I haven't had a primary news source ever since Chicos was banned.

What? He was banned?? I thought something was missing and I just couldn't t quite put my finger on it

ChitownSpaceForRent · « **Reply #10 on:** July 31, 2016, 02:02:17 AM »

Buzzfeed.

But in actuality, BBC is probably first choice followed by CNN.

#UnleashSean · « **Reply #11 on:** July 31, 2016, 03:07:03 AM »

google

tower912 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 31, 2016, 06:22:48 AM »

I don't have a 'primary' news source. I use many. If something big is going on, I will flip between msnbc, cnn, and fox, to see how an issue is being framed and look for nuance I may not thought of. I know what my own biases are. I like to understand the perspective of others.

WarriorFan · « **Reply #13 on:** July 31, 2016, 08:27:18 PM »

Scoop.

followed by Al Jazeera.

jsglow · « **Reply #14 on:** July 31, 2016, 09:01:25 PM »

Chick.

Tugg Speedman · « **Reply #15 on:** July 31, 2016, 09:35:30 PM »

porn stars on twitter

dgies9156 · « **Reply #16 on:** July 31, 2016, 10:38:33 PM »

The J-S is an afterthought???????

Mine is either the Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal

or Scoop

GB Warrior · « **Reply #17 on:** August 01, 2016, 08:15:46 AM »

It used to be the Daily Show, but now that Jon's gone, I have to go less exciting sites like BBC

mu03eng · « **Reply #18 on:** August 01, 2016, 10:54:11 AM »

Didn't vote, I'd say my primary source is twitter. I have a group of reporters, opinion makers, news organizations (CNN, VOX, JSOnline, WSJ, etc) that I follow. Provides a fairly robust amalgamation of what's going on, I can deep dive where I want by clicking on links and if my TL gets skewed too much to one source or one viewpoint I adjust who I follow/unfollow.

MU82 · « **Reply #19 on:** August 01, 2016, 10:58:28 AM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 10:54:11 AM

Didn't vote, I'd say my primary source is twitter.

Then you must see a lot of Trumpster fires!!!

(Hey ... I just invented a great phrase!)

mu03eng · « **Reply #20 on:** August 01, 2016, 11:38:53 AM »

Quote from: MU82 on August 01, 2016, 10:58:28 AM

Then you must see a lot of Trumpster fires!!!

(Hey ... I just invented a great phrase!)

It's the greatest, best phrase.....and yes, yes I do. I don't know what is more enjoyable(in a masochistic way) the Trump tweets or the reaction to them.

Golden Avalanche · « **Reply #21 on:** August 01, 2016, 12:16:23 PM »

Primary source has been The Economist magazine for over 15 years. Weekday background television is CNBC. Supplement that at weeknight with my local ABC affiliate, channel 7 Eyewitness News in NYC.

I consider CNN, Fox News, MSNBC (and their offshoot stations) to be as influential in the breakdown of the social fabric of the USA regarding decency, manners, respect, and dignity amongst your fellow citizens as any derelict parent would be considered the main culprit.

mu03eng · « **Reply #22 on:** August 01, 2016, 12:26:37 PM »

Quote from: Golden Avalanche on August 01, 2016, 12:16:23 PM

Primary source has been The Economist magazine for over 15 years.

Do you listen to their podcast? Very good, and nice short ones to squeeze in the car during commutes or while doing something at work I can split focus on. Especially like the Babbage episodes.

mu03eng · « **Reply #23 on:** August 01, 2016, 12:28:15 PM »

How many people watch their local tv channel for news at any point during the day? Only reason I would ever watch it is just for the local weather otherwise it would never be on. Wife has it on in the mornings as we're getting us/kid ready and at night when we're heading to bed and I just can't stand it/find no value.

If you are watching it, why?

Benny B · « **Reply #24 on:** August 01, 2016, 01:02:46 PM »

As long as I get to work before 8:30a, it's WTMJ-AM. Otherwise, JSO for local and Yahoo for world/national.

Like most cord-cutters, I get 0% of my news from TV. The only time I turn the TV on for news is if I'm at work or in a hotel and something major is breaking (or updating), in which case, I'll flip between whatever stations have an active feed - typically spending the most time on CNBC or BBC-America. I'll sit on a single station right up until they go to the talking heads or guest "experts," which means I'm only on CNN, MSNBC or FNC for about 45 seconds at a time.

Spotcheck Billy · « **Reply #25 on:** August 01, 2016, 01:17:01 PM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 12:28:15 PM

How many people watch their local tv channel for news at any point during the day? Only reason I would ever watch it is just for the local weather otherwise it would never be on. Wife has it on in the mornings as we're getting us/kid ready and at night when we're heading to bed and I just can't stand it/find no value.

If you are watching it, why?

As one that regularly commutes 40 miles on 2 wheels, like you posted, I watch local broadcasts for the weather. I really do not watch news, it seems like wearing a wristwatch, why bother? It's not like you won't hear the time/news if its important anyway.

GGGG · « **Reply #26 on:** August 01, 2016, 03:30:24 PM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 12:28:15 PM

How many people watch their local tv channel for news at any point during the day? Only reason I would ever watch it is just for the local weather otherwise it would never be on. Wife has it on in the mornings as we're getting us/kid ready and at night when we're heading to bed and I just can't stand it/find no value.

If you are watching it, why?

Because I like having the TV on as I go to bed and the Daily Show sucks now.

mu03eng · « **Reply #27 on:** August 01, 2016, 03:54:16 PM »

Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on August 01, 2016, 03:30:24 PM

Because I like having the TV on as I go to bed and the Daily Show sucks now.

Oh I have the tv on when falling asleep as well but I'd much rather watch an 80s movie on IFC then the dregs of local news.

Side note, nobody seems to like the new Daily Show or whatever it's called after the Daily Show that Colbert hosted.....is it a format issue, host problem, news is just too depressing, or some combination of all of the above?

GGGG · « **Reply #28 on:** August 01, 2016, 03:56:43 PM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 03:54:16 PM

Oh I have the tv on when falling asleep as well but I'd much rather watch an 80s movie on IFC then the dregs of local news.

Side note, nobody seems to like the new Daily Show or whatever it's called after the Daily Show that Colbert hosted.....is it a format issue, host problem, news is just too depressing, or some combination of all of the above?

I just don't find Trevor Noah all that funny. And I don't think Larry Wimore's show is good at all.

Goose · « **Reply #29 on:** August 01, 2016, 06:18:57 PM »

Whenever major breaking news I am all over CNN. Normal times TV is on Fox News or CNBC if not watching sports.

Chili · « **Reply #30 on:** August 01, 2016, 08:00:32 PM »

Google News (lots of Times & Post)
WBEZ (NPR - Chicago)
Twitter

Golden Avalanche · « **Reply #31 on:** August 01, 2016, 08:18:38 PM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 12:26:37 PM

Do you listen to their podcast? Very good, and nice short ones to squeeze in the car during commutes or while doing something at work I can split focus on. Especially like the Babbage episodes.

I have not. This question reminds me that I do listen to news podcasts at the gym, so that's a primary source as well I guess. I'm partial to BBC World News (daily) and Deutsche Welle Inside Europe (weekly).

Clearly I'm a fan of the Economist style so I'm going to add in their podcasts into the rotation.

Golden Avalanche · « **Reply #32 on:** August 01, 2016, 08:22:00 PM »

Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on August 01, 2016, 03:56:43 PM

I just don't find Trevor Noah all that funny. And I don't think Larry Wimore's show is good at all.

In this genre, Samantha Bee and John Oliver are quite sharp and display a good bite.

Mutaman · « **Reply #33 on:** August 02, 2016, 12:00:12 AM »

Quote from: mu03eng on August 01, 2016, 03:54:16 PM

Oh I have the tv on when falling asleep as well but I'd much rather watch an 80s movie on IFC then the dregs of local news.

Certainly a few flicks from the 80s worth watching (Ferris, Drugstore Cowboy, Ridgemont High, Scorsese, etc) but doubt i'd want to make a habit out of it.

WellsstreetWanderer · « **Reply #34 on:** August 15, 2016, 06:42:54 PM »

All I need to know is on the front page of The Enquirer as I wait in the checkout line

Coleman · « **Reply #35 on:** August 16, 2016, 09:22:27 AM »

This poll is lame. It leaves out a lot of key news sources. Here are mine:

WBEZ 91.5 FM Chicago (NPR)
WGN 720 AM Chicago
DNAinfo Chicago (hyperlocal news based on neighborhood)
The Guardian (British newspaper) - US Edition (primarily through their Facebook page)
BBC News (again through Facebook and their radio broadcasts on NPR)
New York Times

The rare instances I actually get news from the TV it is typically CNN and Fox News (I like hearing opposing views).

In the car I will also occasionally listen to 620 and 1130 AM to stay abreast of events in Milwaukee and the rest of Wisconsin, the state I grew up in, even though I live in Chicago. But the reception is iffy depending on time of day.

Anyone who relies on only one news source, whether its MSNBC or Fox News, and no others, is woefully unprepared to contribute anything to public discourse.

brandx · « **Reply #36 on:** August 16, 2016, 02:07:43 PM »

My brain. I have a very big brain. Yuge!!!

Chicos' Buzz Scandal Countdown · « **Reply #37 on:** August 16, 2016, 03:31:50 PM »

NYTimes, WSJ & Economist

GWSwarrior · « **Reply #38 on:** August 16, 2016, 05:13:13 PM »

Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on August 01, 2016, 03:56:43 PM

I just don't find Trevor Noah all that funny. And I don't think Larry Wimore's show is good at all.

Neither did his bosses apparently

77ncaachamps · « **Reply #39 on:** August 18, 2016, 02:38:08 PM »

#Twitter

and PBS/NPR

rocket surgeon · « **Reply #40 on:** August 18, 2016, 09:22:24 PM »

Looks like we have some closet Kelly fans huhyeahhuhyeahhuhyeah

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