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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 15 MIN

Are We Losing Our Balance in the Fencing Match of Politics & Media??

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A uniquely dual-lens view on the symbiotic relationship between the State and the 'Fourth Estate' of news and media. Former MP Simon O'Connor observes that journalists seem to be brandishing the foils of ideology and investor biases, rather than traditional tenets of fairness, balance and accuracy.  He notes that if honest reporting has slipped into lunges for click-bait commentary, then the duelling partners of government and media will fail to hold each other in check. Text 8168, keyword 'Comments' to share your views. ~~~~ Tune into Thoughts & Comments from 10:00am - 2:00pm on the Rhema Media App.For more from the show, visit the Thoughts & Comments page at rhema.co.nz.Support Rhema: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=rhema&utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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