Garlic Soda

Editorial, Corrections & AI Policy

Effective: June 10, 2026

Part 1 — Editorial Guidelines Policy

Mission Statement

Garlic Soda is committed to providing accurate, engaging, and trustworthy content to our audience. Our mission is to deliver high-quality entertainment, celebrity news, true crime, and pop culture video and written content that informs, entertains, and genuinely connects with our viewers and readers, while upholding the principles of integrity, transparency, and editorial accountability.

1. Accuracy and Fairness: Our team verifies information before publishing or broadcasting. We attribute information to reliable sources and present a balanced, fair representation of subjects and topics. Factual claims in videos and articles are reviewed before publication.
2. Independence and Integrity: Garlic Soda maintains editorial independence. We clearly distinguish between editorial content and sponsored or paid content. We do not allow advertising or brand relationships to influence editorial decisions.
3. Transparency: We clearly disclose sources and methods where relevant. Sponsored or paid content — including brand deals and paid promotions in videos — is clearly disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines. We correct errors promptly and transparently.
4. Privacy and Sensitivity: We respect individuals’ privacy in our reporting and video content. We exercise caution and sensitivity when covering personal stories, true crime subjects, and real-life events, and avoid unnecessary harm or sensationalism.
5. Editorial Independence and Process: Garlic Soda clearly distinguishes between editorial content and advertising. Our team follows a consistent content process from ideation to publication and upload, including regular review of content strategy and quality.
6. Community Engagement: We encourage viewer and reader feedback and constructive criticism. We respond to comments and inquiries across our platforms and moderate user-generated content to ensure a respectful, inclusive environment.
7. Diversity and Inclusivity: We strive to represent a diverse range of voices, perspectives, and communities in our content. We are mindful of language and imagery to avoid perpetuating stereotypes or biases.
8. Social Media Use: Our team uses social media responsibly to promote content and engage with our audience. We clearly distinguish between personal and professional social media activity and avoid sharing unverified information.
9. Compliance with Legal Standards: We adhere to applicable laws and regulations, including YouTube’s Community Guidelines, copyright law, defamation standards, FTC disclosure requirements, and data privacy regulations. We seek legal guidance when necessary.

Review and Revision: This policy will be regularly reviewed and updated to reflect evolving standards and the needs of our audience.

Date of Last Revision: June 10, 2026

Part 2 — Editorial Corrections Policy

At Garlic Soda, we are committed to providing accurate and reliable content across all our platforms. When errors occur, we correct them promptly and transparently.

1. Identification of Errors: Our team monitors published and uploaded content for errors. We encourage viewers and readers to report potential inaccuracies via our contact form, email, or video comments.
2. Types of Corrections:
   • Minor Errors: Typos, grammatical errors, and minor inaccuracies in written content will be corrected without a separate correction notice. Minor errors in video content may be addressed via a pinned comment.
   • Substantive Errors: Material inaccuracies that impact the understanding of a story or video will be corrected with a clear correction notice — added to the article or included as a pinned comment or video description update.
3. Corrections Process: Upon identification of an error, our team will review and verify the correction. Written content corrections are made directly within the article. Video content corrections are addressed via description updates, pinned comments, or where necessary, re-uploads.
4. Correction Notice: A correction notice will include a brief explanation of the error and the correction made, placed prominently at the end of the article or in the video description.
5. Timeliness: Corrections will be made as soon as an error is verified, regardless of the time of day.
6. Transparency and Accountability: Garlic Soda is committed to being transparent about mistakes and taking responsibility for correcting them. Our corrections policy is accessible to viewers and readers on our website.
7. Retractions: In cases where published content is found to be substantially incorrect, misleading, or harmful, we will issue a retraction notice clearly explaining the reason for retraction.
8. Reader and Viewer Engagement: We welcome feedback on corrections from our community and use it to improve our editorial processes.

Date of Last Revision: June 10, 2026

Part 3 — AI Policy

Garlic Soda recognizes the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance our content operations. This policy establishes our guidelines for the responsible and ethical use of AI across our video and written content production.

1. Purpose of AI Integration: AI tools may be used to assist with video scripting, metadata creation, thumbnail concept development, content research, and written content production. The primary goal is to support — not replace — human creativity and editorial judgment.
2. Editorial Oversight: Our team maintains human control over all publishing and upload decisions. All AI-generated or AI-assisted content is reviewed, edited, and validated by a human team member before publication or upload.
3. Transparency and Disclosure: Garlic Soda discloses when AI technologies play a significant role in content creation. Viewers and readers are informed when content has been substantially generated or curated using AI tools, via video descriptions or article disclosures.
4. Ethical Considerations: AI tools are used in alignment with our editorial values. We regularly assess AI-generated content to ensure it does not perpetuate biases, inaccuracies, or unfair representations of individuals or communities.
5. Data Privacy: We protect user privacy and adhere to applicable data protection regulations including YouTube’s privacy policies. We clearly communicate to users how their data is collected and used in relation to any AI technologies employed on our platforms.
6. Bias Mitigation: We regularly assess content generated or assisted by AI to identify and correct biases before publication or upload.
7. Accountability: Garlic Soda has established processes for identifying and addressing errors or unintended consequences related to AI-generated content. We are responsive to community concerns regarding AI use.
8. Continuous Adaptation: We stay informed about developments in AI technology and ethics, and update this policy as needed to reflect best practices and emerging challenges in digital content creation.

Review and Revision: This AI policy will be reviewed regularly to incorporate advancements in AI technology and address emerging ethical considerations in video and digital content.

Date of Last Revision: June 10, 2026