Investigative Journalism

Investigative journalism is described as what – every journalist should be. Journalists should envelop critical and thorough journalism, be a custodian of conscience, provide a voice for those without one and to hold the powerful to account and, take the place of a watchdog (fourth estate – fourth branch of Government). Journalists must cut through the AGENDA. Journalists must ASSUME NOTHING and always check your facts.

Types of Investigative Interaction – interviews, observations, documents, briefings, leaks, trespassing and, theft.

Triangulation: Do what you were told, what you saw and what was recorded line up?

Threats to investigative Journalism – online news and PR.

The future of investigative journalism lies in the hands of PAYWALLS in order to make investigative journalism a more viable pursuit.