Baseball Quote by Robert Kane Pappas
“In-depth reporting is expensive. It is much cheaper to have people sit around or on remotes and talk about politics like it's baseball. But there is also a predetermined intent in terms of what is reported and how it is reported, and the degree to which a story is pushed. Both have bad effects.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Media Critique Podcast, 2023
Reporting costs drive a preference for cheap, pundit‑style commentary, shaping narratives and limiting depth.
In simple terms: Cheap talk replaces deep reporting.
Key Takeaway
Demand thorough journalism over cheap analysis.
Themes
media
economics
politics
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
observational
advice
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- political debates
- social media
- public forums
Key Concepts
agenda setting
information quality
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives could improve reporting depth?
- How do audiences influence media choices?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures can still bias coverage despite intent.
