Over the weekend, Brisbane's Church of Scientology became the latest target of a viral trend that began in the United States just a few months ago — the Scientology speed run.

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[–] NigelFrobisher@aussie.zone 11 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (2 children)

Bond University associate professor of creative media James Birt told ABC Radio the term "speed running" came from video games.

All those years in academia finally pay off as he’s able to tell a journalist something they could have found out on the web in ten seconds.

[–] Zagorath@quokk.au 3 points 3 days ago

Seriously. Next time, ABC, just send me a quick DM. I've got your back.

[–] finallymadeanaccount@lemmy.world 2 points 3 days ago (2 children)

Journalists don't research in 2026. They either copy/paste what their editors tell them to, or get AI to write their articles.

I exaggerate. There are many fine investigative journalists out there who deserve more recognition that they get. No I won't list them.

But you can! Who are some of your favourite serious journalists?

[–] notgold@aussie.zone 1 points 19 hours ago

Clark Kent from Daily Planet

[–] NigelFrobisher@aussie.zone 1 points 2 days ago

Andy from The Devil Who Wears Prada