Basketball Diplomacy and Stunt Journalism: The Media Outlet Behind Rodman’s Trip to North Korea

Dennis Rodman is in the media spotlight after his trip last week to North Korea.

But behind Rodman’s antics is the backing of VICE Media, a group with a reputation for stunt journalism.

Anchor Marco Werman discusses the controversial Rodman trip and stunt journalism with New York Times reporter Brian Stelter.

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