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In reply to the discussion: '60 Minutes' admits error in dubbing noises over quiet Tesla electric car [View all]undiegrinder
(79 posts)You're apparently unwaware that
1. "News" is a formal category of TV programming, not a subjective label slapped on a show by its viewers.
2. The majority of content on "News" shows is edited before it's broadcast.
3. There are rules of ethics in place, the purpose of which is to insure that ALL aspects of "News" production -- including editing -- result in fair, accurate and unbiased reporting.
4. "60 Minutes" -- regardless of what you think of it or how it looks to you -- is produced by CBS News, is officially designated as a "News" show, and is, therefore, supposed to be produced in accordance with these rules.
5. Your argument that because something goes through post-production it's somehow NOT subject to these rules is incorrect.
6. Your description of what media is governed by the RTDNA guidlines is incorrect.
7. Your claim that "there is nothing unethical about audio engineering a show like this one" IS correct -- virtually EVERYTHING that's broadcast goes through some kind of audio post! But -- again -- because "60 Minutes" is designated a News show, there are rules governing what should and should not be done in audio post and adding inaccurate sound effects is NOT permissable.
8. I am an infertile human being and am therefore incapable of "having a cow." I am, however, vehemently opposed to the increasingly common practice of commenters posting heresay, opinions, ignorance and outright misinformation as if it's factual, apparently for the sole purpose of shaping public opinion.