Summary
Glenn Kessler, a longtime writer for the Washington Post's Fact Checker, discussed his 14-year career and recent buyouts at the newspaper. He talked about the role of fact-checking in today's media world.
Key Facts
- Glenn Kessler worked at the Washington Post for 14 years as the lead Fact Checker.
- Fact-checking involves verifying facts and claims in news articles and public statements.
- Kessler spoke about recent buyouts at the Washington Post, which result in job reductions.
- He discussed how fact-checking is important in the current media environment.
- NPR reporters Alejandra Marquez Janse, Mary Louise Kelly, and Tinbete Ermyas were part of the discussion.
- The conversation was featured on the NPR program "All Things Considered."
