Dispelling The Fog of Fake News: AI and The Future of Media in The Philippines with Jane Santos

In this engaging and timely conversation, we sit down with Jane Santos, the Assistant Vice President for Technical Services at CNN Philippines. Named as a force of nature in the media industry, Jane boasts of a prolific career, spanning over two decades.


Her rich tapestry of experience includes expert tech solutions for production, news gathering, and live events. Given the era of misinformation, we’ll be delving into the world of media technology and the future of communication. This interview is for anyone with an interest in the media landscape, specifically those dabbling in or navigating the digital realm. As an audience, you'll leave better informed about combating the 'fake news' epidemic and learn about balancing content in local news.

Reasons to Listen to the Full Interview

  • Learn how to navigate the ubiquitous dilemma of fake news from an industry expert.
  • Discover the impact of AI on research and how CNN Philippines utilizes this technology.
  • Understand the importance of local news and how to adequately balance content in a newsletter.

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Interview Highlights

Tackling the Fake News Dilemma -Jane Santos

  • Jane puts a spotlight on the prevalent issue of misinformation, reflecting on how the hustle for 'breaking news' can compromise accuracy.
  • She asserts that occasionally, it pays off not to be the first, provided the facts are accurate and correct.
  • Jane Santos quotes Donald Trump's significant role in popularizing the term 'fake news.'

"The hardest thing now is fake news is all around. Sometimes, not being the first is good, as long as your news or your information is accurate and correct."

Utilizing AI in Research

  • Jane discloses her Facebook ban over 'spreading misinformation.'
  • She broaches the topic of AI's constructive role in the research realm of news.

Local News and Balancing Content

  • Most of CNN Philippines' news is localized, catering to the Filipino audience.
  • She breaks down the ideal newsletter composition; 33% entertainment, 33% education, and 33% lifestyle.

"We are big on local news because people are here in the Philippines. If you do a newsletter, it's 33% entertainment, 33% educational, and 33% lifestyle." 

Global Programs in the Local Scene

  • Jane mentions CNN Philippines airing programs from CNN International, adding global spice to the local media.


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