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The Daily Mail Song

Yesterday I made a post with a loaded title and I was curious to see whether this would influence my stats. It did; the title generated more traffic than usual. What does that say about us? I can understand why tabloids like The Daily Mail choose such ridiculous headlines because headlines sell newspapers.

A friend of mine recently shared this youtube video about the Daily Mail and I thought I’d share it on my blog, just in case you haven’t seen it already. The Daily Mail has come under fire this week for attacking the father of Labour leader, Ed Miliband. It has generated criticism from both sides of politics with even conservative politicians jumping in to defend him.

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17 responses to “The Daily Mail Song”

  1. grahamatlinc Avatar
    grahamatlinc

    Lies, fear, sensation and encouraged contempt all divide and weaken us. All for the benefit of those who would prey upon us. Shouted loudly by those who only appear to represent the majority, but do not.

    The truth unites us and so helps to keep the predators at bay. The real truth of England and much of the world is best said by Billy Bragg – I’m Half English.

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    1. Rachel Avatar
      Rachel

      I do hope that most of the views of the Daily Mail represent just a minority. Reading the comments on some articles can be a little depressing though so I try not to do it. In fact, come to think of it, I rarely read the Daily Mail anyway, unless I’m desperate for some time-wasting entertainment.

      I have the slowest internet connection at the moment so will have to wait to listen to Billy Bragg as it just won’t load. I’ll hopefully hear it before Godot arrives.

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      1. Victor Venema Avatar
        Victor Venema

        That is the other side of the story. The flashy headlines may give you an instantaneous peak in readers, but those people just read and leave.

        But though provoking interesting posts make you put a blog on your reading list. Okay, maybe that is a bit too optimistic, but also partially true.

      2. Rachel Avatar
        Rachel

        Thanks, Victor. I will take that as a compliment as my blog is obviously on your reading list 🙂

      3. grahamatlinc Avatar
        grahamatlinc

        If I may say, I think that Victor is not so much optimistic but part of a growing realism.

      4. grahamatlinc Avatar
        grahamatlinc

        I hope the cyber-dwarves fix your interweb soon 🙂

        I found this very moving and thought you might find it a hopeful sign. Boatlift, An Untold Tale of 9/11 Resilience. Credit is due to cindyknoke.com who posted it under the title of “The True Nature of Humanity” 🙂

        Bye – Gram

      5. Rachel Avatar
        Rachel

        Thanks, Graham. I managed to watch Billy Bragg: very cool. Still unable to load The True Nature of Humanity but will try first thing tomorrow. Hopefully a new day will bring a faster internet connection.

  2. ladysighs Avatar
    ladysighs

    Enjoyed the little tune. 🙂

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    1. Rachel Avatar
      Rachel

      Thanks, it is a good tune. I like their facial expressions too.

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  3. xbox2121 Avatar
    xbox2121

    We have something similar to that here we call them rags they are in every check out line you go through and cover a wide variety of topics. The crazy headlines are what get people to buy them.

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    1. Rachel Avatar
      Rachel

      Yes, rags, that’s a great word! I know that newspapers are struggling at the moment but is it really necessary to write such inflammatory headlines?

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    2. Sherri Avatar
      Sherri

      I remember those rags very well Bob! Scanning the crazy headlines used to help me pass the time while waiting in line to pay for my groceries 🙂

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  4. Sherri Avatar
    Sherri

    Very interesting what you said about your stats increasing with yesterday’s post title Rachel. Very thought provoking question you ask too – what does that say about us indeed? I agree with Victor’s comment 🙂

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    1. Rachel Avatar
      Rachel

      Thanks, Sherri. That’s so nice to hear. What’s the point of writing if no-one is there to read it? it’s nice to be read.

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      1. Sherri Avatar
        Sherri

        Absolutely, and I love reading your blog 🙂

  5. Tony Avatar
    Tony

    I so love this post, this needs to be shared with the world. Come winter, get ready for the Daily Express front page weather headlines for the UK. They read like an apocalyptic sensationalist Steven Spielberg film set.

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    1. Rachel Avatar
      Rachel

      Thanks, Tony. I’ve watched that little clip so many times and it still makes me laugh. I’ll prepare myself for the Daily Express winter apocalypse.

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