Conversation so far:
What is Oprahfication?
The Wall Street Journal coined the term "Oprahfication", meaning.
what does this cause in society?
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She makes people care because she cares.
what is a cause she supports?
she is opposed to rap lyrics that "marginalize women".
what did she bring to the viewers?
a new form of media communication known as "rapport talk" as distinguished from the "report talk" of Phil Donahue.
what is a hallmark of Oprahfication?
She makes people care because she cares.
That is Winfrey's genius, and will be her legacy.
what topics did she cover?
intimate details about her weight problems, tumultuous love life, and sexual abuse.
who did this effect the viewers?
the changes she has wrought in the talk show continue to permeate our culture and shape our lives.

Question: what do the critics think about her style?
Self-contained rewrite: what do the critics think about Oprah Winfrey style?