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When John Oliver mixes satire with fact, or when a docu-series like Tiger King omits context for drama, the line between information and entertainment blurs. Millions now cite "that one Netflix documentary" as fact, despite dubious sourcing. In the algorithmic age, compelling narrative frequently trumps objective truth. In the summer of 2023, a 30-second clip