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Lessons Learned from Mike Daisey's "This American Life" Fiasco

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In early January, one of my favorite radio programs, “This American Life,” aired its most popular episode to date. A first-person chronicle condemning Apple’s supply chain, the episode is anchored by Mike Daisey’s story of a 2010 visit to Chinese factories where many popular Apple products are made.

Source: Lazurite

Daisey spoke with 12- and 13-year-old [...]

Controversial Cultural Incompetency

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Much like Kenneth Cole’s mishap earlier this month, the social buying site Groupon found itself in hot water after its Super Bowl commercial that seemed to mock the struggles of the Tibetan people. The organization has since pulled its ad, with Groupon founder Andrew Mason taking personal responsibility for airing the commercials. While Groupon [...]