Choo Ching Yee
Trainer · Journalist · Researcher
FORMAT: FACT CHECKS REPORTING • 2019-2022

Fact-checking Throughout The COVID19 Pandemic

A multi-country effort debunking falsehoods and conspiracy theories surrounding the COVID19 pandemic.

The Challenge

Fact-checking in a time where everyone has a mobile phone and social media, but little to no information literacy.

The Approach

Prioritised debunking false information that was most likely to cause real-world physical or social harm.

The Outcome

Presented solid, reproducible, fact-based information backed by experts and open-source tools.

FORMAT: ARTICLES REPORTING • 2015-2017

Beat Reporting: Malaysian Companies & Market Analysis

Reporting on top listed Malaysian companies, broader economic trends, and key financial developments.

The Challenge

Keep up-to-date with fast-moving corporate developments involving Malaysia's top large-cap companies and the country's political and economic situation.

The Approach

Set up a system that can monitor the latest updates in the area of coverage, and ensure that it is regularly updated.

The Outcome

Delivered timely and reliable financial reportage on market-moving developments.

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FORMAT: AUDIO PODCASTS & BROADCASTS • 2025

Deep Dive Audio Investigations & Podcasts

Audio reportage and expert podcast appearances discussing information ecosystems and digital forensics.

The Challenge

Translate dense investigative data into engaging audio stories for lay audiences.

The Approach

Structured narrative storytelling paired with direct interview clips and clear expert breakdowns.

The Outcome

Expanded outreach beyond print readers to audio listeners and educational podcasts.

Listen: Deep Dive Podcast (45:00)

FORMAT: VIDEO KEYNOTES & WORKSHOPS • 2022-2024

Digital Forensics & Verification Keynotes

Recorded lectures and panel discussions on geolocation methods and regional misinformation tracking.

The Challenge

Newsrooms needed accessible workflows for open-source verification. Newsroom teams lacked a practical, non-technical entry point into geolocation and verification tooling.

The Approach

Presented step-by-step OSINT breakdowns live on panel presentations.

The Outcome

Recordings are now utilized as training resources across regional media networks.

FORMAT: PRESENTATION SLIDES TRAINING • RESOURCES

Sample Workshop Slides

A taster slide deck for beginner workshops, searching without AI and reverse image searching.

The Challenge

Fact-checking - where to start?

The Approach

Created interactive slide decks with active verification exercises.

The Outcome

Shared here as a way to explain why fact-checking is necessary in the age of social media.