Argos TV - Medialogica (2006)

Season 13 - 2023

Research into the difference between image and reality. Media serve as a guide to get a grip on reality. But to what extent are they a reliable guide? How is public opinion formed? And what influence does this have on the actions of administrators, journalists and citizens?

Released Sept. 19, 2012 Episode 35 min None+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: tmdb.news, tmdb.media, tmdb.documentary, tmdb.investigative-journalism, tmdb.public-broadcasting

Production Companies: HUMAN, VPRO

Network: VPRO

Country: Netherlands
Languages: Dutch

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8.9

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S13E1 - The character assassination

The true crime genre seems more popular than ever. Journalists and program makers are increasingly taking the role of detective and judge. But what risks are they taking with this? And what is the impact of unproven suspicion? Isn't that character assassination? The flip side of true crime in Argos Medialogica.

May 21, 2023, midnight

S13E2 - Truth fighters or conspiracy theorists?

Alternative media are on the rise. Online newspapers such as De Andere Krant and video channels such as Blckbx, Café Weltschmerz and the Red Pill Journal tell stories that, according to them, are not told in the mainstream media. About corona, sinister companies and an evil elite. These new media are being researched. Who is behind it and how are they financed? What conspiracies are they spreading and how are the judiciary and secret services trying to get a grip on them? A story about sedition, anti-Semitism, multimillionaires and MPs.

May 28, 2023, midnight

S13E3 - Down in the picture

Upside Down, SynDROOM, Down the Road: these are just a few of the many TV programs about people with Down. According to critics, these programs have a misleading effect, they give society an overly positive image of the syndrome. This would not only have consequences for people with Down and those close to them, but also for people who are pregnant and have to make a decision about prenatal testing. It also turned out that not only TV programs try to determine the image of Down, but that there are even more forces at work. To whom his latest influence applies? Which interests play a role? And what are the consequences?

June 4, 2023, midnight

S13E4 - Black bars and white coats

Intelligence services AIVD and MIVD will have more options to tap internet traffic. While the 'Towing Act' had previously caused a stir, the new intelligence law was recently adopted quietly. What role did the secret services' communication strategy play in this? A story about state secrets, interviews and white coats.

Dec. 8, 2023, midnight

S13E5 - Kriebels in de onderbuik

Reconstruction of the media storm surrounding the sexual and relationship education of children. This year, during the national theme week 'Spring Fever Week', the image is created that sex education in primary schools is masculine for children. A commotion arises that is extensively discussed in newspapers, online and on television. How could emotions suddenly rise so high?

Dec. 15, 2023, midnight

S13E6 - In de ban van Rusland

While the world is looking away, Russia's influence on the African continent is rapidly increasing. Social media is teeming with influencers spreading an anti-Western message. Russia is seen as an ideal ally by many African countries. The continent is increasingly becoming a playing field for propaganda and disinformation. How could this happen and what does it mean for us?

Dec. 22, 2023, midnight

Network: VPRO

Episode Runtime: 35 min.

Season Runtime: 35 min.

Released: Sept. 19, 2012

Last Air Date: July 20, 2025, midnight

Status: Returning Series

Certification: NR

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