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Reece Peck, "Fox Populism: Branding Conservatism as Working Class" (Cambridge UP, 2019)

Exchanges: A Cambridge UP Podcast

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Rupert Murdoch's Media Revolution

This chapter explores Rupert Murdoch's journey from Fleet Street tabloids to transforming American media with the New York Post and the establishment of the Fox Broadcasting Network. It contrasts traditional journalism with the engaging, opinion-driven style introduced by early Fox News programs. Additionally, it examines the network's unique connection to its audience, balancing populism and expert knowledge amid evolving media landscapes.

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