Podcasts about Mediaite

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with CNN's Jake Tapper and Axios' Alex Thompson about their new book, Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. They discuss media coverage of the former president's diminishing capabilities, the lengths to which his staff went to preserve Biden's public image, and the promotion of their book despite networks like Fox News refusing to have them on-air. Aidan also talks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about MAGA outrage at Trump's own FBI.

Congressman Don Bacon (R-NE) joins Dan to discuss Israel-Iran Tensions, DOJ Investigations, and the LEOSA Act Re-Introduced in House. Also, they discuss the Trump administration's agreement to pay nearly $5M to settle suit over Ashli Babbitt shooting in Capitol.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with The Economist's Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom about the war in Gaza and why Trump should push Israel to end it. They also cover Trump's recent Gulf tour, his lifting of sanctions in Syria, and his $142 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia. In the second half of the episode, Aidan talks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about the heated debate surrounding a new book on Joe Biden from Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson.

In this week's podcast, Dan discusses the investigation into James Comey for "threat" to Trump on social media. Georgetown Professor Randy Barnett joins Dan to discuss takeaways from the Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship and nationwide injunctions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about. Mark Interviews Economist Steve Moore. President Trump is bringing millions of dollars in investments back home from the middle east. Are the Tariffs still causing financial stress? Why can't we deduct our state taxes in New York? The Salt Reduction is a huge issue with the One Big Beautiful Bill. Diddy's trial continues today. His Ex Cassie-Ventura has proof and faces questions at the trial. Administrator of the U.S. Environmental protection Agency Lee Zeldin has taken action against a controversial start-stop vehicle system in cars. Tomorrow Is Take Your Bike To Work Day. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has to head to congress to get more approvals for Newark Airport's Equipment. Dick's Sporting Goods is buying out Foot Locker. Mark Interviews Actor Steve Schirripa. There is a Steve Schirripa bobble head you can get! Steve will be in Bridgewater NJ soon for an event with the Somerset Patriots. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about. Mark Takes Your Calls! Mark Interviews Economist Steve Moore. President Trump is bringing millions of dollars in investments back home from the middle east. Are the Tariffs still causing financial stress? Why can't we deduct our state taxes in New York? The Salt Reduction is a huge issue with the One Big Beautiful Bill.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about. Mark Interviews Economist Steve Moore. President Trump is bringing millions of dollars in investments back home from the middle east. Are the Tariffs still causing financial stress? Why can't we deduct our state taxes in New York? The Salt Reduction is a huge issue with the One Big Beautiful Bill. Diddy's trial continues today. His Ex Cassie-Ventura has proof and faces questions at the trial. Administrator of the U.S. Environmental protection Agency Lee Zeldin has taken action against a controversial start-stop vehicle system in cars. Tomorrow Is Take Your Bike To Work Day. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has to head to congress to get more approvals for Newark Airport's Equipment. Dick's Sporting Goods is buying out Foot Locker. Mark Interviews Actor Steve Schirripa. There is a Steve Schirripa bobble head you can get! Steve will be in Bridgewater NJ soon for an event with the Somerset Patriots.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CNN's Jake Tapper is getting grilled for lying about Former President Biden's Cognitive decline during his presidency. Mediaite got caught laughing about Trump's alleged meltdown with ABC'S Terry Moran and Sean Hannity. Is India thinking of putting their Tariffs at 0 for the USA? The Left-Wing Media has been picking out small details of Trump that they think is wrong to talk about. Mark Takes Your Calls! Mark Interviews Economist Steve Moore. President Trump is bringing millions of dollars in investments back home from the middle east. Are the Tariffs still causing financial stress? Why can't we deduct our state taxes in New York? The Salt Reduction is a huge issue with the One Big Beautiful Bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's podcast, Dan discusses right- versus left-wing coverage of political scandals: Who does it better?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's podcast, Dan discusses the arrest of Hannah Dugan. She wasn't enforcing the law but allegedly taking it into her own hands. Do you disagree? Stephen Kravit, attorney and former federal prosecutor, joins Dan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Jonathan Lemire, a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a co-host of MSNBC's Morning Joe, about Trump's media crackdown, how to effectively cover him, and his first 100 days in office. In the second half of the episode, Aidan talks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about this week's biggest media and politics stories.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Trey Yingst, the chief foreign correspondent at Fox News, about covering the war in Gaza, the biggest misconceptions about the Israel/Palestine conflict, and why he feels it's essential to both protect and provide media access to Palestinian journalists. He also talks about taking heat for covering the killings of civilians in Gaza, how he reports the death toll numbers, and being in Tel Aviv on October 7th.

Dan discusses the ways in which the Left is to blame for undermining the Supreme Court as well as how it's time for the Left to show appreciation to the Supreme CourtSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with CNN's Harry Enten about Trump's recent polling loss with independents, the crisis facing the Democratic party, and his predictions for the 2026 midterms. They also discuss Elon Musk's sinking support in the polls and what it's like being a data-driven journalist. In the second half of the episode, Aidan speaks with Mediaite's founding editor Colby Hall about how the media has been covering the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man the Trump administration mistakenly deported to El Salvador.

In today's podcast, Dan discusses the dangers of attacking the legitimacy of the Supreme Court.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Manufacturing orders are down, stocks are down, and mortgage rates are up. But Trump and his family are wealthier than they've ever been. He's got his Ponzi-like crypto scheme, his meme coin, and a boatload of big money types showing up at Mar-a-Lago trying to curry favors from him for some cold, hard cash. Meanwhile, Trump is play-acting like he has a strong hand, but he's begging China to make a deal. Plus, the administration is defunding science and our world-renowned medical centers to buy crypto. And the Abrego Garcia kidnapping and imprisonment has touched a nerve in surprising ways. Stephanie Ruhle joins Tim Miller. show notes Chuck Grassley getting grilled at town hall over Abrego Garcia WSJ story on Elon's 'legion of babies,' and their mothers (behind firewall) Mediaite summary of WSJ piece Bluesky post on the fake gold medallions in the Oval Office Bloomberg on United Airlines having two profit scenarios because of the trade war (gifted) *The Bulwark Podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with former Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd about Trump's tariffs and the resulting cracks in the MAGA ecosystem, his departure from NBC, and his outlook on the future of cable news. They also speak about his newest media venture and how Fox News has changed over the years.

I have 2 guests and a whole ass news segment for you today! Chrissy and I start at 44 mins and Colby and I begin at 1:21 Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more Dr Greer recently appeared with Dr Jason Johnson on Culture Jeopary, more importantly she has published a new book that we talk about. It's called How to Build a Democracy (Elements in Race, Ethnicity, and Politics) The Blackest Question is a Black history trivia game show. Join Dr. Christina Greer as she quizzes some of your favorite entertainers, history makers, and celebrities while engaging in conversations to learn more about important contributions in Black history and Black culture. The Blackest Questions entertains and informs audiences about little-known but essential black history. Topics range from world history, news, sports, entertainment, pop culture, and much more. Christina Greer is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Fordham University - Lincoln Center (Manhattan) campus. Her research and teaching focus on American politics, black ethnic politics, urban politics, quantitative methods, Congress, New York City and New York State politics, campaigns and elections, and public opinion. Prof. Greer's book Black Ethnics: Race, Immigration, and the Pursuit of the American Dream (Oxford University Press) investigates the increasingly ethnically diverse black populations in the US from Africa and the Caribbean. She finds that both ethnicity and a shared racial identity matter and also affect the policy choices and preferences for black groups. Professor Greer is currently writing her second manuscript and conducting research on the history of all African Americans who have run for the executive office in the U.S. Her research interests also include mayors and public policy in urban centers. Her previous work has compared criminal activity and political responses in Boston and Baltimore.  Prof. Greer received her BA from Tufts University and her MA, MPhil, and PhD in Political Science from Columbia University. --------------------------------------- Colby Hall is the Founding Editor of Mediaite.com. He is also a Peabody Award-winning television producer of non-fiction narrative programming, became a media contributor to NewsNation in March of 2023. He is also  a former Creative Director who launched iHeartRadio's original video offering. Check out his pieces at Mediaite  Join the SUPD Marketplace! Watch the video to learn how to post at StandUpWithPeteDominick.com/marketplace Join us Monday's and Thursday's at 8EST for our Bi Weekly Happy Hour Hangout's !  Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with veteran reporter Noah Shachtman about the Trump Justice Department's weaponizing dropping of the charges against New York mayor Eric Adams, why he believes it's never been easier to steal secrets from the U.S. government, and the FBI's massive use of resources to comb through Jeffrey Epstein case files. They also speak about his career as the former editor-in-chief of Rolling Stone and The Daily Beast, and now a contributor to many large publications.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with CNN Pentagon correspondent Natasha Bertrand about 'Signal-gate,' where National Security Advisor Michael Waltz added journalist Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal chat where Pete Hegseth and others discussed classified military plans. She discusses the chaos Hegseth has unleashed on the Pentagon and the Trump administration's subsequent denials. In the second half of the episode, Aidan speaks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about how the media has been covering this bombshell week in Washington.

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of modern miracles with investigative journalist Billy Hallowell from the Christian Broadcast Network. Billy discusses his journey from covering politics to focusing on faith-based topics, culminating in the creation of a compelling documentary on miracles. The conversation covers the selection of miracle stories, personal testimonies, and the rigorous investigative approach taken to validate these supernatural events. Billy also shares a personal story about his daughter's healing and encourages those praying for their own miracles to remain persistent. Additionally, he hints at upcoming projects on angels and demons. Tune in for an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion on faith, perseverance, and the unexplained power of miracles today. 00:00 Investigation of the Supernatural: Miracles Documentary Trailer 00:16 Exploring the Reality of Miracles 01:00 Introducing Billy Hallowell and His Documentary 01:34 The Inspiration Behind the Project 03:25 Choosing the Stories for the Documentary 05:51 Personal Testimonies and Skepticism 08:29 A Miraculous Journey with My Daughter 11:26 The Most Compelling Miracle Story 14:15 Encouragement for Those Praying for Miracles 16:18 Where to Watch the Documentary 17:20 Upcoming Projects and How to Share Your Story 19:46 Closing Prayer and Final Thoughts   To watch the documentary (streaming or DVD): cbn.com/supernatural  To contact Billy Hallowell: www.billyhallowell.com  About Billy: Billy Hallowell is an investigative journalist for CBN News. He has been working in journalism and media for more than a decade. His writings have appeared in CBN News, Faithwire, Deseret News, TheBlaze, Human Events, Mediaite, PureFlix, and Fox News, among other outlets. He is the author of several books, including Playing with Fire: A Modern Investigation Into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts. Hallowell has a B.A. in journalism and broadcasting from the College of Mount Saint Vincent in Riverdale, New York, and an M.S. in social research from Hunter College in Manhattan, New York.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Alex Isenstadt, the author of the new book Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power about his reporting process, his recent move from Politico to Axios, and his behind-the-scenes insights into Trump's 2024 campaign. He also speaks with Frank Pine, executive editor of major newspapers including the New York Daily News and the Boston Globe, about their lawsuit against OpenAI.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Jesse Weber, a host at the Law & Crime Network, NewsNation, and Sirius XM. They talk about a new show he is hosting for Mediaite, Spin Room, where he will break down some of the biggest clips in media and politics— without an ideological spin. Jesse also talks about Law & Crime's YouTube success, the explosion of true crime as a genre, and his journey from acting school to law school to journalism.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, historian and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley joins Chuck and Sam to discuss Trump's strategic approach to Ukraine, why his diplomatic transparency sets him apart, and what it means for the war's outcome. Then, Jon Levine weighs in on Trump's crackdown on antisemitism at Columbia University and the broader implications for American higher education. Finally, Cameron Henderson exposes alarming issues in U.S. military readiness, from pilots losing critical flight skills to dangerous safety system failures. Plus, Kiley's Corner dives into the Preppy Princeton Murder and the missing Spring Break student in the Dominican Republic. Tune in for insight, debate, and breaking analysis you won't hear anywhere else!www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegroundsTruth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegroundsShow sponsors:Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com4Freedom MobileExperience true freedom with 4Freedom Mobile, the exclusive provider offering nationwide coverage on all three major US networks (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) with just one SIM card. Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more.Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after.Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.comDot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters.Learn more at: dotvote.voteAbout our guests:Tim Stanley is a historian, columnist and lead writer for The Telegraph. You can follow him on X @timothy_stanley.-Jon Levine is a former political reporter for the Sunday New York Post. He will be writing for the Free Beacon beginning April 1. Jon has investigated Hunter Biden and worked on the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections. A native New Yorker, he previously worked as a media reporter for TheWrap and Mediaite. His work has been featured on Fox News, CNN.com, The Atlantic, and the Chronicle of Higher Education. When he's not working, he's thinking about work. Follow him on X @LevineJonathan.-Cameron Henderson is a US Reporter at the Telegraph. You can follow him on X @CamHenderson98. Get full access to Breaking Battlegrounds at breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com/subscribe

In this week's episode, Dan confronts Investigate Reporter Daniel Boguslaw who wrote a hit piece on Dan's Luigi Mangione MAX Documentary. Dan also touches on CNN refuting the Rogan-Musk conspiracy theory that the network may have been "tipped off" on the Trump assassination attempt as well as Trump triggering a trade war with new tariffs on Canada, China, and Mexico.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Politico White House Bureau Chief Dasha Burns. She talks of her recent reporting on tensions between Trump's Cabinet and Elon Musk over his DOGE cuts, threats to the press under Trump's second term, and how the president is weighing his personal legacy versus the midterm electability of Republican senators and house members.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Marty Baron, the legendary editor who ran the Washington Post until his retirement in 2021. Baron speaks out about recent interventions at the paper by its owner, Jeff Bezos, touching on Bezos's signaled dependence on Trump and his fear of financial retribution. He also speaks on Trump's first month in office and the immense threats he's wielded against the press thus far. In the second half of the episode, Mediaite senior editor Alex Griffing interviews Pentagon reporter Kevin Baron about the Defense Department's crackdown on the press.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks to Fox News host and long-time conservative talk radio presence Sean Hannity in a rare interview. They talk about Trump's election and first weeks in office, Hannity's history as one of the most famous supporters of the president in the media, and his recent interviews with both Trump and Elon Musk. They also speak about the future of Fox News, his opinions on Kamala Harris's presidential campaign, the impressive numbers he pulls on radio with The Sean Hannity Show, and why he believes now more than ever in the death of legacy media.

This week on the Mark Levin Show, critics are trashing Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice for allegedly politicizing prosecutions and investigations. Despite the increasingly alarmist claims about the politicization of the Trump DOJ, the Supreme Court needs to disregard the noise from commentators and swiftly address the judicial overreach by lower court judges who are usurping fundamental executive powers. These district judges are severely undermining the separation of powers and representative government, eroding public trust in the judiciary. It is their politicization that poses a real threat to the justice system. It has become evident that federal trial courts are engaged in a non-violent insurrection against the elected President and the executive branch, as these judges issue rulings on decisions made by the Trump administration. Later, this week marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, a brutal conflict against the Japanese in WWII. It's very important to remember these battles. One might ponder if, even back then, some accused the U.S. of sparking the conflict by provoking Japan. Aggregator sites like Drudge and Mediaite, often run by left-wing individuals, spin content from this show to create misleading headlines, such as claiming Levin is defying President Trump over his views on Putin, and Zelensky. This narrative is pseudo-news meant to provoke a nonexistent feud – it won't work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, corporate media isn't dead yet but it's not what it used to be. It's filled with propaganda and pseudo-events. There are aggregator sites like Mediaite that don't have a single clip about the horrors in Israel breaking every hour, but lots of Ukraine-Russia etc. Also, there's a small percentage of people in America who support Putin, Putinoids, - Trump is not one of them despite the media's efforts.  The issue with Putin and Russia extends beyond Ukraine, but too often, people fail to see the bigger picture. Putin has openly talked about ambitions that reach far beyond Ukraine's borders. Later, Trump's minerals strategy is a stroke of genius. Ukraine holds trillions in untapped mineral wealth, a prize Russia is desperate to claim. Rather than simply funneling cash into Ukraine, Trump suggests a smarter play: partner with Ukraine through deals that bring American companies in to mine and process these resources. A mutually beneficial financial arrangement could be struck, fueling Ukraine's reconstruction while securing vital metals and minerals for the U.S.—and keeping them away from Russia.  This approach outshines the Marshall Plan, offering more than just aid—it's a strategic win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Thursday's Mark Levin Show, aggregator sites like Drudge and Mediaite, often run by left-wing individuals, spin content from this show to create misleading headlines, such as claiming Levin is defying President Trump over his views on Putin, and Zelensky. This narrative is pseudo-news meant to provoke a nonexistent feud – it won't work.  Later, Israel's Ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, called in and emphasized that Israel is engaged in a fight for its civilization. He revealed the grim news that Hamas had returned four bodies, with Hamas shamelessly rejoicing in the act. However, he clarified that the fourth body, Shiri Bibas, was not the mother's body but instead an unidentified one. These terrorists are monstrous.  Also, Kash Patel has been confirmed as FBI Director. This marks a stark contrast to Trump's first term when Democrats stalled his nominees for months. Yet, despite not even stepping into the role, Patel is already facing Democrat attacks.  Finally, the EPA discovered that the Biden administration awarded $2 billion to a Stacey Abrams-linked climate group.  There needs to be a criminal investigation of this. None of this would have been uncovered if not for Trump. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin calls in to discuss these findings. The EPA found billions of dollars' worth of “Gold Bars.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

0:00 - Charles Thomas fills in for Dan 13:57 - Meet a Missouri whistleblower on illegal immigration 28:01 - Why are the Democrats such a disaster? 46:38 - Principal at LFI Real Estate & The Gardens of Frankfort, Dan Rose, is joined by Frankfort mayoral candidate Justin Ozinga to share their frustration with current mayor Keith Ogle’s refusal to support the Gardens of Frankfort development 01:00:55 - President of Caring Network, Kirt Wiggins, expresses Caring Network's mission to care for women facing unexpected pregnancies, to restore those who’ve already been hurt by abortion — and to mobilize God’s people for the work of life. A gift of $150 can help Caring Network reach 5 women who are considering abortion. To make that gift, just go to 560TheAnswer.com/caring 01:13:58 - Robert Mark, business jet pilot and publisher of Jetwhine.com, on the recent plane crashes in Arizona and Toronto 01:31:10 - George Beebe, a former director of Russia analysis at the Central Intelligence Agency and currently Director of Grand Strategy at the Quincy Institute, reacts to President Trump's comments on Ukraine and Zelensky 01:47:09 - Aidan McLaughlin, editor-in-chief of Mediaite, with a look at How the fashion industry is adapting to Trump 2.0. Follow Aidan on X @aidnmclaughlinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with senior WIRED reporter Makena Kelly on Elon Musk's DOGE, its extremely young and controversial team, and this concerning intersection of tech and politics in Washington. She also touches on the 'contentification' of the Trump White House and why she thinks Democrats need to lean further into new media. In the second half of the episode, Aidan talks with MSNBC producer Dan Wolfman about a new film he co-wrote that is currently working its way through the festival circuit.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Peter Baker, the chief White House correspondent for The New York Times, about Trump's 'fast and furious' first weeks in office, the differences between Trump 1.0 and 2.0, and his 'volatile and provocative' proposal to take over Gaza and relocate two million Palestinians. They also speak about the pros and cons of today's information ecosystem and how it lends itself to Trump's "flood the zone" effect. In the second half of the episode, Aidan speaks with Mediaite's senior media reporter, Diana Falzone, about Trump's cabinet nominees and what's next for them.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with the CEO and co-founder of Axios, Jim VandeHei, about Trump's wild first week, his optimistic take on the future of journalism amidst a fragmenting media industry, and disabusing ourselves of the idea that legacy media is the gatekeeper, without falling victim to Elon Musk's smear-campaign against it. In the second half of the episode, Aidan speaks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about the first White House press briefing.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with Ryan J. Reilly, who covers the Justice Department and federal law enforcement for NBC News— he's been as tuned into the fallout of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol as anyone. His conversation on Press Club comes just after President Trump, on his first day in office, issued sweeping pardons to more than 1,500 individuals arrested in the Jan. 6 riots— people Reilly has been closely watching since 2021. He speaks on the astounding manipulation of public perception on Jan. 6 by Trump and his supporters, how Jan. 6 "broke the U.S. Justice System", and if he believes Trump will face any real consequences. In the second half of the episode, Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall speaks with Fox News White House correspondent Peter Doocy about his coverage of the Biden White House, and how he plans to cover Trump.

CNN and MSNBC have struggled in the ratings...since Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris. Both CNN and MSNBC have lost half their audience...and the results are even more alarming when compared to the dominance of FOX News. We reveal and react to an article from Mediaite...which claims CNN and MSNBC failed to make the top-500 in cable news. We also discuss CNN and MSNBC...failing to make the top-400 on cable in December. We analyze the latest strategy of CNN and MSNBC to recapture their audience...and explain why the strategy will fail. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with New Yorker staff writer, author, and executive producer Patrick Radden Keefe about his reporting process— "90% reporting and 10% writing— and FX's recent adaptation of his 2018 book, Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland. They also speak about his career path, his ability to tell large stories through deep dives on characters, and what's next for journalists under this next Trump administration. In the second half of the episode, Aidan speaks with founding Mediaite editor Colby Hall about the current state of the cable news industry.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with former editor in chief at Business Insider Nick Carlson about a troublesome trend that has emerged in recent years— extraordinarily wealthy people using lawsuits to silence reporting they don't like. Carlson talks of billionaire Bill Ackman, who went on a frenzied crusade against a Business Insider piece accusing his wife of plagiarism, his departure from the publication shortly after to start Dynamo, a new video media start-up, and the media industry's future as he sees it.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:00pm- Dan Schneider—Vice President of Media Research Center & Leader of the Free Speech Alliance—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement that his social media platform Facebook will no longer censor posts, citing previous editorial errors and a desire to restore free speech online. 4:20pm- A Hooters waitress has gone viral on social media for all of the wrong reasons. After being pulled over for suspected D.U.I., the waitress attempted to flirt her way out of an arrest. Rich, Matt, and Justin debate: is she attractive? 4:40pm- According to a report from Mediaite, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA)—who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee—is attempting to delay a vote on Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. Warner cited Gabbard's relationship with former Syrian authoritarian leader Bashas al-Asad. But, as Rich notes, a group representing the victims of Syrian terror recently announced its support for Gabbard's nomination.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (01/08/2025): 3:05pm- Rich is broadcasting LIVE…from a hospital bed? Unfortunately, Rich's bad luck with health/medicine continues—he's dealing with an infection. But if you hear beeping during the broadcast, don't panic: his I.V. simply ran out. 3:15pm- On Tuesday, President-elect Donald Trump held a press conference from his Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach, Florida. While speaking with the press, Trump continued to express interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark. 3:20pm- While appearing on Fox News, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) defended Donald Trump's assertion that the United States should purchase Greenland from Denmark—pointing out that it is not dissimilar from the Louisiana Purchase. 3:30pm- Faith Burns—Energy Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity & former Policy Advisor at the U.S. Department of Agriculture—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the Biden Administration's decision to ban offshore drilling in most U.S. coastal waters. 3:40pm- Biden Admin Working to Effectively Ban Cigarettes. Emma Colton of Fox News writes: “The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving forward with a regulatory rule in the final days of the Biden administration that would effectively ban cigarettes currently on the market in favor of products with lower nicotine levels, which could end up boosting business for cartels operating on the black market.” You can read the full article here: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-admin-working-effectively-ban-cigarettes-11th-hour-proposal-gift-cartels-expert-says 4:00pm- Dan Schneider—Vice President of Media Research Center & Leader of the Free Speech Alliance—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement that his social media platform Facebook will no longer censor posts, citing previous editorial errors and a desire to restore free speech online. 4:20pm- A Hooters waitress has gone viral on social media for all of the wrong reasons. After being pulled over for suspected D.U.I., the waitress attempted to flirt her way out of an arrest. Rich, Matt, and Justin debate: is she attractive? 4:40pm- According to a report from Mediaite, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA)—who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee—is attempting to delay a vote on Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. Warner cited Gabbard's relationship with former Syrian authoritarian leader Bashas al-Asad. But, as Rich notes, a group representing the victims of Syrian terror recently announced its support for Gabbard's nomination. 5:00pm- Andrew C. McCarthy—Senior Fellow at National Review & former Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest article for National Review, “Trump Turns to Supremes in Plea to Halt Friday Sentencing.” McCarthy notes that while progressives in New York want to brand Donald Trump as a convicted felon, the rest of the country isn't on the same page—and that “lawfare” had a catastrophic impact on Democrats in the 2024 election. You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/trump-turns-to-supremes-in-plea-to-halt-friday-sentencing/ 5:20pm- Rich is broadcasting LIVE…from a hospital bed? Unfortunately, Rich's bad luck with health/medicine continues—he's dealing with an infection. But if you hear beeping during the broadcast, don't panic: his I.V. simply ran out. 5:25pm- While broadcasting from Los Angeles, Fox News reporter Jonathon Hunt explained that firefighters, sadly, do not have the resources to continue fighting all of the wildfires in California. 5:35pm- Matt Rooney—Founder of SaveJersey.com & host of The Matt Rooney Show on 1210 WPHT (Sunday's 7pm to 10pm)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss New Jersey politics. You can find his work at: https://savejersey.com 6:05pm- Rich is broadcasting LIVE…from a hospital bed? Unfortunately, Rich's bad luck with hea ...

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks with businessman and conservative podcaster Patrick Bet-David, who has amassed millions of subscribers on YouTube and other social platforms with his interviews of key figures in politics and culture— including Donald Trump who came on Bet-David's show this summer per a request from his son, Barron. They talk about the age of 'podcast elections', whether he sees any hope for the future of the traditional media, and what the next four years will look like as Trump prepares to move into the White House.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks to Mediaite founder and CEO Dan Abrams about his recent decision to end his NewsNation show, our increasingly polarized and fractured media industry, and what Kash Patel and ABC's $15 million settlement signal about Trump's upcoming second term. This episode was produced by Brandon Reschke and Kathryn Wilkens.

1 - Julie Kelly joins the program. Does she have something against Philly sports fans? Is Kash Patel going to be sworn in to lead the FBI? Is he qualified to do the job? How corrupt and partisan is the system that J6ers have to go in front of? Does Julie have any inside info on the drone situation? 120 - We have the results of the second semifinal in Caller of the Year leading to a grand final match. Who is on Mediaite's top media influencer list? Joe of Columbus gives his finals preview. 140 - Scott in Mt. Laurel gives us a championship preview. 145 - PA Senator-elect Dave McCormick joins us after he went through congressional orientation. Who is Dave backing for the state party chair? How can we restore trust in our public officials? Well, we can be transparent about the drones, for one. 155 - Linda Kerns weighs in via text on the Caller of the Year voting system.

12 - Droning on again. Some legislators are going public with the concern they have on the lack of information and answers on the drone problem. 1210 - Side question - What would you throw overboard in the Boston Tea Party 1215 - Dom would've thought the Republican Party would be different this time around, but Speaker Mike Johnson continues in the old ways. 1220 - Caller of the Year updates. Joe on Joe crime. Your calls on property taxes. 1235 - Mayor Michael Melhan of Belleville, NJ joins us today to discuss the theory that radioactive materials were damaged and lost in transit in his jurisdiction and if the drones out there are scanning for that or scanning us. How infuriating is the lack of information and the fact that they can't even have a good cover story for this situation? 1250 - Your side question answers. 1 - Julie Kelly joins the program. Does she have something against Philly sports fans? Is Kash Patel going to be sworn in to lead the FBI? Is he qualified to do the job? How corrupt and partisan is the system that J6ers have to go in front of? Does Julie have any inside info on the drone situation? 120 - We have the results of the second semifinal in Caller of the Year leading to a grand final match. Who is on Mediaite's top media influencer list? Joe of Columbus gives his finals preview. 140 - Scott in Mt. Laurel gives us a championship preview. 145 - PA Senator-elect Dave McCormick joins us after he went through congressional orientation. Who is Dave backing for the state party chair? How can we restore trust in our public officials? Well, we can be transparent about the drones, for one. 155 - Linda Kerns weighs in via text on the Caller of the Year voting system. 2 - Some lawmakers went off on the NCAA President over his stance on transgender athletes competing in women's sports. 210 - Alan, not a guy, in Yardley calls in to express her gratitude for making the tournament. 215 - Money Melody! 220 - Winner! 225 - What is to be done about raw milk? 235 - Your calls. What are some “icks” for girls regarding guys? Revisiting Scott of Mt. Laurel's Phillies game call. 250 - Lightning Round!

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks to Ruth Sherlock, an international correspondent for NPR on the ground now in Syria. They talk about what she's seen post-fall of Assad, her reporting inside Syria's notorious Sednaya Prison, what's next for HTS–the major rebel group– and the dangers she faces as a foreign reporter. Aidan also speaks with Mediaite founding editor Colby Hall about the top media stories this week. This episode was produced by Brandon Reschke and Kathryn Wilkens.

Mediaite editor Aidan McLaughlin speaks to Isaac Saul, founder of the independent, nonpartisan newsletter Tangle, about how he covers the news, and Tangle's goal of reducing media-initiated polarization. They also speak about what Isaac makes of traditional media versus the rise of independent outlets, and how to start a media business in 2024 while considering the partisanship of language in journalism. This episode was produced by Brandon Reschke and Kathryn Wilkens.

On this week's episode of Economic Update, Professor Richard Wolff discusses how FED Chair Jerome Powell admits capitalism's intrinsic instability, a Tennessee plastic plant won't let workers leave before storm Helene hits, we examine new drugs for obesity (Ozempic and Wegovy) which highlights the failures of for-profit medical care.  Finally, we interview Jordan Chariton on his new book "We, the Poisoned: Exposing The Flint Water Crisis Cover-up and the Poisoning of 100,000". Jordan Chariton is an independent investigative reporter known for reporting on the ground across America on major stories like the Flint water crisis, the Native American protests at Standing Rock over the Dakota Access Pipeline, the 2016 and 2020 presidential campaigns, and in-depth authentic reporting on union drives, worker strikes, poverty, homelessness, and state and local corruption. Chariton has broken significant investigative stories in The Guardian, VICE News, The Intercept, and Detroit Metro Times; other work from Chariton has been featured on CNBC.com, TheHill.com, Mediaite, and the popular YouTube news channel Breaking Points. Twitter (X) - @JordanChariton Chariton's in-the-trenches, gritty reporting has amassed a large following. While covering the 2016 campaign, his tough questions sparked viral videos garnering hundreds of thousands of views. In 2017, he was arrested while covering Black Lives Matter protests in St. Louis. In 2018, he launched his own independent news outlet, Status Coup News, which is on YouTube.   He is best known for his tireless reporting on the Flint water crisis, making 21 reporting trips to the Midwest city to break several major stories on the cover-up of one of the worst environmental catastrophes of the 21st century.   The d@w Team Economic Update with Richard D. Wolff is a DemocracyatWork.info Inc. production. We make it a point to provide the show free of ads and rely on viewer support to continue doing so. You can support our work by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/democracyatwork Or you can go to our website: https://www.democracyatwork.info/donate   Every donation counts and helps us provide a larger audience with the information they need to better understand the events around the world they can't get anywhere else. We want to thank our devoted community of supporters who help make this show and others we produce possible each week. We kindly ask you to also support the work we do by encouraging others to subscribe to our YouTube channel and website: www.democracyatwork.info