Question from a Reader:
I’m concerned about whether other key broadcasters can respond quickly and sincerely if a second incident similar to the X-ko case occurs. Based on past examples, I’m curious about how they would handle such situations. What do you all think the actual response will be?
Impact of the Incident and Media Response
The recent issues surrounding Fuji
TV, particularly the X-ko incident, have caused quite a stir. The power and influence of the media are immeasurable, but how they fulfill their responsibilities, especially if other key broadcasters face similar crises, is a very intriguing topic. In my opinion, the case with Fuji TV is not merely an accident; it has exposed underlying cultural and structural issues within the organization. The term “submission culture” has emerged, which vividly illustrates what is prioritized within the organization. Even if the president holds a press conference to apologize, whether that leads to a true reform of the organization’s consciousness is a separate matter. In reality, apologies often tend to be superficial, and if the internal culture does not change, similar problems are likely to recur.
Curious About Responses from Other Networks
Next, it will be interesting to see how other key broadcasters respond if they face similar reports. They will likely try to learn from Fuji TV’s case and respond quickly and sincerely, but underlying that response may be a fear of losing sponsors or viewer backlash. In fact, the departure of sponsors from Fuji TV was triggered by a kind of hysterical reaction to the reports by Bunshun. The key question for other networks in the event of similar reports is whether they can respond calmly and without haste.
My Thoughts and Feelings
As someone studying psychology, I am very interested in the influence of organizational culture and human psychology. The media’s influence can greatly impact society, but whether that influence is wielded correctly ultimately depends on human psychology. Often, the response to failure determines subsequent actions. Observing the Fuji TV incident, I am reminded of how important communication within an organization and the awareness of issues are. Recently, I had a lively discussion with friends about these topics. Everyone had their own opinions, leading to some engaging conversations. There were even moments when we laughed uncontrollably, especially after indulging in too many snacks. Discussing these issues while enjoying snacks was not only fun but also encouraged flexible thinking. What do you all think about these media-related issues? If you have any experiences or opinions, please share them in the comments. I believe that by sharing our thoughts, we can deepen our understanding.
