Stephen Colbert, South Park, and Donald Trump’s War Against the Media
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Shifting Tides: Late Night's Decline and Corporate Influence
This chapter examines the cancellation of Stephen Colbert's late show, highlighting financial and political influences, including Donald Trump's role in shaping media narratives. It discusses the broader implications of declining late-night television, including audience shifts and the impact of corporate decisions on editorial integrity. Furthermore, the conversation touches on CBS's potential hiring of Barry Weiss and its significance in aligning media coverage with specific political perspectives amid ongoing transformations in the media landscape.
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