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Episode 12: Momo & Media Literacy

Episode 12: Momo & Media Literacy

FromUnspookable


Episode 12: Momo & Media Literacy

FromUnspookable

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Sep 10, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On the season conclusion of the family friendly Unspookable we look at the phenomenon of Momo. Why did this creepy sculpture go viral? What is the responsibility of the media in reporting these viral scares? And how can we protect ourselves from falling victim to these hoaxes? For media literacy resources for the whole family, please see our links below.Host: Elise ParisianWritten by: Ellenor Riley-ConditCreated, Produced, Edited by: Nate DuFortMusic Direction and Composition: Jesse Case https://www.jessecasemusic.com/Logo by: Natalie Khuen http://nataliek.myportfolio.comEpisode Artwork: Sarah Stitcheshttps://www.instagram.com/sickyll/?hl=enYou can find Unspookable on Twitter and Instagram at:https://twitter.com/ImUnspookablehttps://www.instagram.com/soundsingtonmedia/Unspookable is part of the Soundsington Audio Network committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to http://www.soundsingtonmedia.comhttps://get.checkology.org/ is a browser-based platform where middle school and high school students learn how to navigate today’s challenging information landscape by developing news literacy skills.https://namle.net/ The National Association for Media Literacy Education is a national organization dedicated to media literacy education.https://www.capstonepub.com/library/products/cracking-the-media-literacy-code/ The Cracking the Media Literacy Code book series gives students the tools they need to separate fact from fiction, and manipulation from information.https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews.
Released:
Sep 10, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (75)

Unspookable is a family friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable has been called one of the "Best podcasts for kids of all ages" by Time Out New York, one of the “7 Podcasts Big Kids Will Love” by The New York Times, one of the "10 Best Podcasts for Children" by the Irish Examiner, appeared multiple times across Canada on CBC Radio's Podcast Playlist, on NPR station WHYY's Kid's Listening Hour, has been featured by Podcast Magazine, The AV Club, Fast Company, and more.