Rory O'Connor

Rory O'Connor is an accomplished journalist, author, and documentary filmmaker who has made significant contributions to international media coverage. As co-founder and president of Globalvision Corporation, he has produced numerous documentaries and television programs that have aired on major networks worldwide, including PBS, BBC, and NHK. His career spans multiple decades in print and broadcast journalism, starting at The Real Paper and advancing through positions at WGBH-TV, CBS News, and PBS NewsHour. O'Connor's work has earned prestigious recognition including a George Polk Award, a Writer's Guild Award, an Orwell Award, and two Emmy Awards. Together with Danny Schechter, O'Connor established Globalvision, a New York-based production company known for creating socially conscious content including the series 'South Africa Now.' His written work extends beyond television and film, with regular contributions to prominent news outlets including the Huffington Post, AlterNet, and Al Jazeera. O'Connor continues to influence media discourse through his role as board chair of the Global Center, an affiliated non-profit foundation that focuses on international issues and social justice. His professional output demonstrates a consistent focus on investigative journalism and documentary storytelling that addresses significant global topics.

Reviews for Rory O'Connor's work focus primarily on his media criticism and investigative journalism. Readers appreciate: - His detailed research and documentation of media industry practices - Clear explanations of complex media ownership structures - First-hand industry experience that informs his analysis - Balanced examination of both traditional and social media Common criticisms: - Some readers find his writing style dry and academic - Occasional repetition of points across chapters - Limited solutions offered for the problems identified - Technical details can overwhelm casual readers Ratings & Reviews: - Goodreads: Average 3.8/5 across his books - Amazon: "Friends, Followers and the Future" 4.2/5 (83 reviews) - "Shock Jocks" 3.9/5 (47 reviews) Notable reader comment: "O'Connor excels at connecting dots between media ownership and coverage bias, but the dense statistical analysis may lose some readers." - Amazon reviewer Most reviews acknowledge O'Connor's expertise while noting his work appeals more to media professionals and academics than general audiences.

Nukespeak (1982) An analysis of how language has been used to shape public perception of nuclear technology, examining the terminology and rhetoric employed by both government and industry officials in discussing nuclear power and weapons.

Danny Schechter - His investigative journalism and media criticism align closely with O'Connor's work, particularly their shared focus on social justice and international affairs. The two collaborated at Globalvision and produced similar documentary content focused on exposing global issues.

Amy Goodman - As the host of Democracy Now, she delivers independent journalism focused on international issues and corporate accountability. Her approach to investigative reporting and commitment to covering underreported global stories mirrors O'Connor's documentary work.

John Pilger - His documentary films and books focus on power structures and global politics through investigative journalism. His work covering international conflicts and social movements shares themes with O'Connor's focus on worldwide issues.

Robert Greenwald - Through Brave New Films, he produces documentaries examining social issues and corporate influence. His combination of journalism and filmmaking to expose systemic problems follows a similar path to O'Connor's career.

Bill Moyers - His PBS journalism career spans decades of investigating power structures and social issues through documentaries and news programs. His work combines broadcast journalism with documentary storytelling in ways that parallel O'Connor's approach.