Outrage and Disgust Over Jim Acosta’s AI “Interview” with Parkland Shooting Victim
Amy & T.J.
iHeartPodcasts
4.4 • 3.2K Ratings
🗓️ 6 August 2025
⏱️ 30 minutes
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Summary
The reaction has been swift and fierce over former CNN Anchor Jim Acosta’s interview with an AI avatar representing Joaquin Oliver, who was 17 when he was shot and killed along with 16 others at Parkland High School 8 years ago. From everyday folks, to regarded members of the journalism community, Acosta has been accused of creating a stunt at the expense of a parent’s grief, but as Amy and T.J. discuss, when you look deeper into the story behind the story, you may change your entire tune.
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