Murdocracy - a podcast about Rupert Murdoch's News Corp

We did it. We covered News Corp, it's done! So we're pulling up stumps.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.https://www.abc.net.au/mediawatch/episodes/woke/13816054 https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/2022/03/25/news-corp-climate-change-backflip/https://www.outinperth.com/courier-mail-claims-brisbane-school-has-several-cat-identifying-students/ https://www.crikey.com.au/2022/03/28/murdoch-phone-hacking-scandal-runs-into-billions/ https://www.theaustralian.com.au/inquirer/we-must-steel-ourselves-to-protect-an-australian-way-of-life/news-story/b1783d564750a820e9f84dc1b9cf7fa5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam and Sami speak to Steve Mascord, author of Two Tribes: The untold story of rugby league's divided year and the birth of the NRL.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the coverage of Kumanjayi Walker's life, to the downsides of fact checking, and the love of newspapers.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.https://www.theguardian.com/media/2022/mar/16/the-australians-coverage-of-zachary-rolfe-verdict-condemned-as-a-national-disgrace https://www.theage.com.au/national/anti-murdoch-movement-launches-election-fact-check-20220310-p5a3kq.htmlhttps://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/paper-crisis-could-put-news-titles-out-of-business-20220311-p5a3ym.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're having a break this week while Cam recovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about regional news coverage during the floods, who ISN'T listening to the news, stolen passwords, and Tony Abbott's latest culture warSupport the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.https://www.theguardian.com/media/2022/mar/03/nsw-flood-affected-towns-turn-to-facebook-and-whatsapp-after-local-news-sources-disappearhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/news-corp-pledges-1m-to-flood-relief-teams-up-with-st-vincent-de-paul/newsstory/5fa2e0d14fdb1f217a67b437802e7a1chttps://mumbrella.com.au/total-news-readership-increases-in-all-states-reaches-97-of-adult-population-726066https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/business/companies/sky-news-employees-caught-in-cyber-breach-20220225-p59zqs.htmlhttps://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/the-wall-street-journal/russias-putin-gambles-that-the-west-is-weak/news-story/cd5cce47526087524d869012ab0ac5fd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about the Walkleys, News Corp making Ukraine's invasion because of cancel culture, an ex-Kogan hire, and the ethics of smoking meth at homeSupport the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.https://twitter.com/cameronwilson/status/1496946273592610831https://twitter.com/cameronwilson/status/1496956957336358913https://twitter.com/LaurenBeldi/status/1496750753507164160https://www.adnews.com.au/news/news-corp-taps-kogan-senior-executive-to-head-ecommercehttps://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/ice-video-filmed-in-geoff-bainbridges-bedroom/news-story/421098af3c53826e00c079a54de005d9https://twitter.com/grugstan/status/1495569785656070145 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk with Amanda Meade about the new digital journalism school at the Melbourne Business School, set up by Google and News Corp. Plus, election politics heating up, the ethics of investigating a source the survival of regional newspapers, and a new CNN doco on Rupert and his family.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/politics/chinese-propaganda-outlet-endorses-anthony-albanese-as-better-pm-than-scott-morrison/news-story/e3e26b3a608654854fef7c64f853bfb1https://www.news.com.au/national/politics/anthony-albanese-urges-closer-ties-with-china-in-unearthed-2018-video/news-story/33b522d3b47c1ed8b020c6cb63bbe160 https://www.crikey.com.au/2022/02/16/coalition-news-corp-china-australia/ https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/lark-distilling-ceo-geoff-bainbridge-quits-over-shock-meth-video/news-story/b55ab3b4f088297c398996adb53cb1e0https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/the-ice-pipe-and-extortion-threat-behind-bainbridge-resignation-20220216-p59wtw.htmlhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-02-17/regional-newspapers-outline-struggles-to-remain-viable/100839448 https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/rupert-murdoch-family-documentary-planned-cnn-streaming-service-2022-02-17/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah discuss the a new journalism school at the University of Melbourne, the future of Foxtel and print newspapers, News Corp being hacked by China, and some Lachlan Murdoch goss!Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArtwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/media/digital-evolution-news-corp-google-unite-to-train-journalists/news-story/e2e0dfa37dba21b135dccfa02280affa https://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/news-corp-posts-record-quarterly-revenues-as-advertising-market-rebounds/news-story/d03319968c96675e399e1cd2412ae307 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-02-05/china-suspected-in-hack-of-journalists-at-news-corp/100807754 https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/anthony-albaneses-historic-battle-cry-in-war-on-family-wealth/news-story/39c66fd0cac6eea9558077f6f6967286 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah presents the second of a two-part history of News Corp!Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah presents the first of a two-part history of News Corp!Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://theconversation.com/the-secret-history-of-news-corp-a-media-empire-built-on-spreading-propaganda-116992https://insidestory.org.au/who-owned-the-owners/https://newscorp.com/about-news-corp/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah discuss the new head of the ACCC, whether gambling belongs in the Murdoch empire, Erin Molan's political prospects, and answer your questions!Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.crikey.com.au/2021/12/16/murdoch-mate-run-accc-very-australian-very-wrong/ https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/news-corp-s-hunt-for-wagering-partner-enters-final-phase-20211212-p59gwr.html https://www.adnews.com.au/news/news-corp-australia-launches-new-division-to-focus-on-tech-partnerships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk with Dr Denis Muller about the judicial inquiry that could result in a royal commission. They also discuss the relationship between journalism and power, whether becoming a cadet at News Corp is a good idea, and what the small talk is like at a Murdoch Christmas party!Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://indaily.com.au/opinion/2021/12/06/richardson-how-to-spin-a-pandemic-and-how-not-to/https://www.afr.com/rear-window/daily-tele-flubs-china-attack-20211208-p59fza https://mumbrella.com.au/news-corp-australia-names-30-new-cadets-716648 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-10291633/Michael-Wipfli-Murdoch-Christmas-drinks-Ritchie-Joyce-Stefanovic.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk with Sally Rugg about the campaign to get a royal commission into News Corp. They also discuss science journalism, whether journalists should become politicians, and ideas for a sequel to Miranda Devine's new book.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/media/new-faces-and-changes-to-your-favourite-team-at-the-australian/news-story/151b060d03ae8b58afd9a42e11d935be https://indaily.com.au/news/business/media-week/2021/12/02/premiers-department-hires-news-corp-editor/ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/dec/03/au-revoir-for-abc-luminaries-while-leunig-lays-into-the-age Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk with RMIT ABC Fact Check's David Campbell about the size and scale of News Corp's empire. They also discuss News Corp going to court, the company giving out awards, and WTF is a stock buyback.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://mumbrella.com.au/news-corp-takes-isentia-to-court-over-sky-news-copyright-714258https://www.mediaweek.com.au/news-corp-australias-michael-miller-on-the-diversifying-business-model/https://www.mediaweek.com.au/news-corp-honours-its-top-journalists-in-the-2021-news-awards/https://www.afr.com/rear-window/news-corp-sets-snails-pace-on-buyback-20211122-p59b1s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Natalie Sekulovska talk about Rupert Murdoch's swipe at Donald Trump, News Corp looks to makes a strategic purchase, and how the different publications rank among Australian's news media for clicks and views.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/news-corp-chairman-rupert-murdoch-takes-swings-google-facebook-2021-11-17/ https://twitter.com/meadea/status/1460772844434984961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1460772844434984961%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theguardian.com%2Fmedia%2F2021%2Fnov%2F19%2Funlikely-allies-rupert-murdoch-and-maria-ressa-take-aim-at-social-medias-virus-of-lies https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/news-corp-eyes-small-cap-shares-website-stockhead-for-next-digital-play-20211114-p598qh.html https://www.mediaweek.com.au/news-corp-donates-1-million-to-support-rural-remote-mental-health/ https://www.smh.com.au/national/rupert-murdoch-s-former-right-hand-man-promoted-at-aunty-20211114-p598t7.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah speak to the author of Media Unmade: Australian Media's Most Disruptive Decade Tim Burrowes about why News Corp is losing money in Australia and Lachlan Murdoch's decade in the Australian media. Plus the boys discuss Peta Credlin winning a journalism award, the Australian celebrates 10 years of a paywall and News Corp to launch their own version of The Athletic.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodProduced by Natalie Sekulovska.Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC.Articles:https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/news-corp-australia-lost-60-7-million-last-year-but-subscription-revenue-is-growing-20211104-p595v8.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/media/commentisfree/2021/nov/12/kennedy-awards-miss-the-joke-but-peta-credlin-and-john-laws-become-the-punchlinehttps://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/media/a-decade-on-the-australians-digital-strategy-reaps-rewards/news-story/87f1ffef76530ce58044db2156a0f4b4 https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/news-corp-australia-lost-60-7-million-last-year-but-subscription-revenue-is-growing-20211104-p595v8.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah speak to former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on meeting Rupert, the need for a Murdoch Royal Commission & watching Succession. Plus, the boys discuss RIP Alan Jones, News Corp facing a paper shortage & the Cleo Smith coverage.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArticles:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-04/alan-jones-leaves-sky-news-contract-not-renewed/100593274https://amp.brisbanetimes.com.au/business/companies/newsprint-price-pressure-sparks-concern-for-local-news-publishers-20211031-p594pw.html https://www.mediaweek.com.au/news-corps-details-drivers-of-most-profitable-quarter-since-2013-company-split/https://www.mediaweek.com.au/news-corp-announces-three-new-hires-for-audio-arm-newscast/Produced by Natalie Sekulovska. Artwork by Ruby Innes.Theme music by Kevin Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about News Corp's mission to get Australians vaccinated, The Australian's new youth publication, most profitable year ever, Rupert's 90th.Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/murdocracySubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArticles:https://mumbrella.com.au/news-corp-cites-foxtel-and-rea-group-as-stand-out-assets-following-record-year-710095https://www.businessinsider.com/rupert-murdoch-90th-birthday-party-guest-list-2021-10?r=AU&IR=Thttps://www.theguardian.com/media/2021/oct/28/news-corp-australia-to-introduce-covid-vaccine-mandate-for-staffhttps://www.theguardian.com/media/commentisfree/2021/oct/29/news-corp-opponents-team-up-to-fight-cancer-on-democracy Artwork by Ruby Innes, theme music by Kein Macleod featuring archival footage from the ABC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about the new campaign for a Murdoch royal commission, a look at the News Corp net zero narratives, global CEO grilled and Sky News Walkleys snub.Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArticles:https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/news-corp-global-boss-discussed-glasgow-climate-summit-with-morrison-20211021-p5923e.htmlhttps://www.theaustralian.com.au/inquirer/us-has-no-right-to-point-the-finger-at-our-handling-of-covid/news-story/0139c98580f91ca9c22819e12e790ef5https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/opinion/opinion-im-ashamed-to-be-a-queenslander/news-story/9a0a929d3bc0022bd6c881ace88a8401https://www.theguardian.com/media/2021/oct/22/the-real-rupert-news-corp-global-chief-says-idea-that-murdoch-influences-elections-is-a-mythArtwork by Ruby Innes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about the progress of News Corp's net zero by 2050 campaign “Mission Zero”, their juicy history with the NRL, News Corp global exec fronts up and why hedge funds are suddenly investing in the media company.Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corp Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypodArticles: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2021/oct/15/news-corp-is-going-only-positive-on-climate-but-did-gina-rinehart-miss-the-memo https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/news-corp-global-boss-robert-thomson-to-give-evidence-at-senate-inquiry-into-media-diversity-20211014-p58zx1.html https://www.news.com.au/technology/environment/climate-change/why-australia-only-has-10-years-to-act-on-climate-change/news-story/bfd315421167ce67c853bef773c7a6b1https://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/terry-mccrann/rupert-murdoch-and-his-most-amazing-decade-ever/news-story/0bb500aa274b80cfa2bbfa3f507bf2fb Artwork by Ruby Innes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about the influence of the pro-Israel lobby over News Corp and the Australian media, Tucker Carlson slams Australia, News Corp's involvement in the NRL and a new acquisition for the company.Our guest is former News Corp employee Jennine Khalik.Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracyFollow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah look at how News Corp has believed in climate change for fifteen years, news.com.au's official disinformation ranking, News Corp looking to expand & how they portrayed Jessica Rowe's decision to take down her Pauline Hanson podcastOur guest is investigative climate journalist Geoff Dembicki @geoffdembickiSubscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracyFollow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah look at what role News Corp played in the Melbourne protests, Scott Morrison kissing the News Corp ring, a new Foxtel service, and how the company acted on climate change while also letting its presenters deny that it was happening.Our guest is the Shot columnist David Milner.Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracyFollow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah discuss the senate's inquiry into News Corp and media diversity, Piers Morgan coming to Sky News Australia, Foxtel going public, and News Corp requiring employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine.Our guest is Greens senator and chair of the Senate inquiry and media diversity Sarah Hanson-Young.Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracyFollow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/murdocracy-a-podcast-about-rupert-murdochs-news-corpJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/murdocracyFollow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/murdocracypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Wilson and Sami Shah talk about the secret mining propaganda origin story of News Corp, News Corp's net zero by 2050 campaign, Sky News senate hearing appearance, and the Australian's bizarre ABC "gotcha". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.