Mainstream Media
Traditional news organizations, including Politico, BBC, Thompson Reuters, and New York Times, under scrutiny for receiving substantial, and sometimes suspicious, funding from U.S. government agencies like USAID.
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Summary
Mainstream media (MSM) is a term used to describe large, influential mass news organizations that both reflect and shape public thought, often contrasted with alternative media. These entities, including major news conglomerates, newspapers, and broadcast outlets, have seen increased ownership concentration through mergers, raising concerns about a homogenization of viewpoints. Consequently, the term is frequently used in discussions about mass media and media bias, sometimes in an oppositional or dismissive way. For instance, in a discussion about the Trump Administration, Chamath Palihapitiya criticized the mainstream media, citing a Wall Street Journal report on Tesla as an example of poor journalism.
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Concerns
Increased media ownership concentration leading to homogenization of viewpoints and potential media bias.
Contrast
Often contrasted with alternative media.
Components
Includes major news conglomerates, newspapers, broadcast outlets, television, radio, film, magazines, and websites.
Definition
A term referring collectively to large, influential mass news media organizations that shape and reflect prevailing public thought.
Usage Context
Frequently used in discussions about mass media and media bias, sometimes in an oppositional, pejorative, or dismissive manner.
Timeline
- During a panel discussion titled 'Trump's First 100 Days, Tariffs Impact Trade, AI Agents, Amazon Backs Down', Chamath Palihapitiya criticized the mainstream media, specifically citing a Wall Street Journal report on Tesla as an example of poor journalism. (Source: Document 44a07cad-2323-4212-9339-0c55198fbc83)
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Mainstream media (MSM) is a term used to refer collectively to the various large mass news media that influence many people and both reflect and shape prevailing currents of thought. The term is used to contrast with alternative media. The term is often used for large news conglomerates, including newspapers and broadcast media, that underwent successive mergers in many countries. The concentration of media ownership has raised concerns of a homogenization of viewpoints presented to news consumers. Consequently, the term mainstream media has been used in conversation and the blogosphere, sometimes in oppositional, pejorative or dismissive senses, in discussion of the mass media and media bias.
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- Mainstream media - Wikipedia
Mainstream media (MSM) is a term used to refer collectively to the various large mass news media that influence many people and both reflect and shape prevailing currents of thought. The term is used to contrast with alternative media. [...] The term is often used for large news conglomerates, including newspapers and broadcast media, that underwent successive mergers in many countries. The concentration of media ownership has raised concerns of a homogenization of viewpoints presented to news consumers. Consequently, the term mainstream media has been used in conversation and the blogosphere, sometimes in oppositional, pejorative or dismissive senses, in discussion of the mass media and media bias. ## United States [...] Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia ## Contents # Mainstream media | | | | --- | --- | | Globe icon. | The examples and perspective in this article may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate. (October 2020) (Learn how and when to remove this message) | Globe icon.A newsstand showing many magazines. There are TVs showing the news in the background.
- What Is Mainstream Media? Definition, Meaning, and Types - Letter.ly
The term mainstream media refers to the mass media that conforms to society’s dominant values, norms, and conventions. It includes television, radio, film, newspapers, magazines, and websites widely consumed by the general public. [...] The term mainstream media refers to the mass media that conforms to society’s dominant values, norms, and conventions. It includes television, radio, film, newspapers, magazines, and websites widely consumed by the general public. [...] Mainstream media refers to the mass media that carries a large audience and influences society on a large scale. This includes news outlets, television networks, and radio stations. The exponential growth of alternative sources of information like social media has blurred the lines between mainstream and alternative media, pushing people to ponder questions — what is mainstream media, what are its different types, and which of these outlets are trustworthy. letter.ly logo
- MAINSTREAM MEDIA definition | Cambridge English Dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary # Meaning of mainstream media in English Your browser doesn't support HTML5 audio Your browser doesn't support HTML5 audio ## Translations of mainstream media Get a quick, free translation! ## Browse {{randomImageQuizHook.quizId}} {{randomImageQuizHook.quizId}} Word of the Day clear something out to tidy a place by getting rid of things that you do not want Up north and down south: prepositions for expressing directions Blog [...] Up north and down south: prepositions for expressing directions <p>tadpole water New Words tadpole water © Cambridge University Press & Assessment 2025 © Cambridge University Press & Assessment 2025 ## Learn more with +Plus ## Learn more with +Plus Cambridge Dictionary Cambridge Dictionary To add mainstream media to a word list please sign up or log in. Add mainstream media to one of your lists below, or create a new one. {{message}} {{message}} Something went wrong. {{message}} [...] {{message}} Something went wrong. {{message}} {{message}} There was a problem sending your report. {{message}} {{message}} There was a problem sending your report.
- Influence of mass media - Wikipedia
| v t e Media culture | | | --- | --- | | Media | 24-hour news cycle Alternative media Digital media Electronic media Independent media Lost media Mass media Mainstream media Mobile media New media News broadcasting News media Old media Physical media Social media + Influencers State media Streaming media | | Principles | Media development Media policy Media independence + Freedom of information + Freedom of speech Media pluralism Media transparency | [...] According to Lazarsfeld' s research in the 1940s, the mass media is not able to change strongly-held attitudes held by most people, as contrary to the popular beliefs. This theory suggests that viewers are selective media messages in accordance with their existing worldviews. The use of mass media simply reinforce these concepts without easily changing their opinion, or with negligible effects because well-informed people are heavily leaned on personal experience and prior knowledge. [...] disseminate information to wide audiences.
- Exploring the Influence of Public Perception of Mass Media Usage ...
The mass media plays a significant role in providing the public with information and awareness about emerging issues and novel concerns . Media coverage of lesser-known issues can impact the level of public concern for these matters, leading to increased attention from the public . Furthermore, the media can influence the problems that the public perceives as important. The way news is presented can shape how readers or viewers perceive and form specific values and opinions. According to the [...] The mass media constantly instruct people on acting, feeling, and thinking. [...] 2 = Rarely, 3 = Occasionally, 4 = Often, 5 = Always. The research framework of this study consisted of six constructs, each with a designated number of items. Specific phrases were modified to better align with the scope of this research. Mass media exposure (ME) was defined as the attention or focus given to media outlets, such as television, newspapers, radio, and the Internet . To measure this construct, a 5-point Likert scale was used to ask respondents how often they encounter mass media
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