Reddit's Rise, Syrian Rebel Media, Interviewing Anna Wintour
Why Reddit is one of the fastest growing social networks in the world, media tactics in Syria鈥檚 conflict explained, and what is it like to interview Anna Wintour, Vogue鈥檚 legendary editor?
Reddit bills itself as the 鈥渉ome to endless conversation and authentic human connection鈥, and it鈥檚 now one of the fastest growing social networks in the world. For the first time in its 20 years history, the site has turned a profit. Journalist James Ball discusses its financial milestones, while Robert H. Peck, associate professor at the University of Iowa, explains its moderation approach and the challenges of maintaining community standards on a rapidly growing platform.
Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham has launched a major offensive supported by a sophisticated media campaign. Dr Charlie Winter, associate fellow, International Centre for Counter-Terrorism, examines the use of digital content such as videos, memes, and music, alongside comparisons to other militant groups and counter-efforts by Assad鈥檚 regime.
Anna Wintour is the legendary editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine. To coincide with the opening of an immersive exhibition in London entitled 鈥淰ogue: inventing the runway鈥, she granted the 大象传媒 a rare interview. Katie reflects on the experience of sitting down with the journalist who famously provided inspiration for The Devil Wears Prada.
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Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Katie Razzall |
Presenter | Ros Atkins |
Producer | Simon Richardson |
Assistant Producer | Lucy Wai |