038 — Communication Is Everything with Ben Cooke
Dr. Fred is joined on today’s episode with media relations professional Ben Cooke for a thought-provoking conversation. Ben Cooke brings a rare blend of creative talent and business savvy to communications strategy. Drawing from his background in production and public relations, his keen understanding of new media, and his business know-how, Cooke thrives at helping clients rethink and revitalize their businesses. Ben is also a prolific networker, with a strong track-record in facilitating strategic business alliances for his clients.
On today’s show, Dr. Fred and Ben Cooke probe the following topics:
The future of transportation, including the exciting possibilities offered by one of Ben’s clients, Hyperloop Transportation Technologies.
The power of the “network of conversations” we involve ourselves in
Consuming news and social media responsibly in an age of fake news and algorithm manipulation
How social media and search engine algorithms limit our ability to discover beyond what we already know and believe
A diverse diet of media coverage as the best opportunity to arrive at truth
The distinction between good journalism and “entertainment journalism”
The importance of being critical in how you consume media and of the actual media you consume
The source of news that generates the least informed citizens
Censorship in the news media; the prevalence of fear-based news
Finding opportunity in the midst of difficult times
Episode Length: 00:54:57
BEN COOKE’S RESOURCES
Ben’s Website > bencooke.net
Twitter > @bentcooke
ALSO MENTIONED ON TODAY’S SHOW >
METAL International > www.metal.international/home
HyperloopTT > www.hyperlooptt.com
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