The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of the Media

Politics of the Media

Legendary CNN sportscaster Nick Charles is fighting terminal bladder cancer with strength and courage. In this story, Charles reflects on his successful career and prepares goodbye videos for his young daughter. [CNN]

In its 20 years, Comedy Central has transformed from a late-night last resort channel to a legitimate news source and a staple of all cable TV packages. The New York Times celebrates Comedy Central’s life and its future. [New York Times]

A studio in Taiwan creates animations of the day’s top news stories. What’s next, talking animals as TV anchors? [Time]

Get ready, little monsters. On May 17, Lady Gaga will be guest-editor-in-chief of Metro, one of the world’s largest newspapers. [Poynter Institute]

What would happen to the world without Google? [Soshable]

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