giornalisticigiornalistiche

Giornalisticigiornalistiche is a neologism used in Italian media discourse to denote a reflexive or meta approach to journalism. The term appears to be a coinage that blends forms related to giornalistico (journalistic) and giornalistiche (journalistic, feminine plural), sometimes treated as a compound or playful reduplication intended to emphasize the self-referential dimension of journalistic practice.

Etymology and meaning

The word is not part of established standard Italian, but it has surfaced in discussions about how journalism analyzes its own methods. It is often described as pointing to texts or productions that examine journalistic processes—such as sourcing, verification, framing, editorial decisions, and ethical considerations—from within the discipline itself, rather than merely reporting events.

Usage

In practice, giornalisticigiornalistiche is used in academic articles, media criticism, and online commentary to categorize a subset of content that foregrounds meta-journalistic reflection. This can include analyses of how news is gathered, the pressures of speed and competition, transparency about sources, or the accountability mechanisms governing reporting.

Characteristics and reception

Proponents see the term as a useful label for a growing strand of reflexive journalism and critical discourse about the media industry. Critics argue that its novelty can be confusing or performative, and that it risks conflating critique with journalism unless clearly contextualized. The term remains relatively uncommon and is best understood as a niche descriptor within contemporary media studies.

See also: meta-journalism, reflexive journalism, media criticism, journalism ethics.