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Headline Catch-Up: Colbert Is Canceled, NPR and PBS Are Defunded and FS1's Barstool Shake-Up. Plus, 25 for 25: NYT's David Marchese on the Future of Interviewing

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Media Shifts: Late Night and Public Broadcasting

This chapter explores the recent cancellation of Stephen Colbert's late-night show, reflecting on its implications within the current television landscape and its connection to political maneuvering. The discussion extends to significant funding cuts for public media outlets like PBS and NPR, addressing the long-term impact of these decisions on the media landscape and the audiences they serve. It highlights the evolving role of media in politics, showcasing how corporate decisions can influence public discourse and the future of programming.

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