“Don’t call it crazy: How the media “wraparound” effect cements people’s beliefs”

Whitney Phillips, assistant professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed for the Nieman Journalism Lab story “Don’t call it crazy: How the media “wraparound” effect cements people’s beliefs.” The piece covers Phillips’ latest book, You Are Here: A Field Guide for Navigating Polarized Speech, Conspiracy Theories, and Our Polluted Media Landscape, which investigates the intersections between media ecosystems, beliefs, and politics.