Morning Wire CNN For Sale? & Biden Bribe Blackout | Friday Afternoon | 6.23.23
Jun 23, 2023
The podcast delves into the potential sale of CNN, revealing intriguing shifts in the media landscape. It discusses staffing changes linked to declining viewership and probes the controversy surrounding biological males in women’s sports. Additionally, the selective media coverage of significant legal settlements raises eyebrows, prompting thoughts on what news is prioritized and why. Tune in for a critical look at how current events are presented and interpreted.
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CNN's Potential Sale
- CNN's viewership and ad revenue have plummeted after Chris Licht's attempt to rebrand the network for a more centrist audience.
- Speculation is rising about a potential sale to former CEO Jeff Zucker, who sees an opportunity in the upcoming 2024 election.
Weingarten's Appointment
- Randy Weingarten, president of the teachers' union, has been appointed to the Department of Homeland Security's school safety board.
- This appointment has drawn criticism due to Weingarten's role in keeping schools closed during the pandemic.
Ebony Bridges on Transgender Athletes
- Ebony Bridges, a female boxing champion, refuses to fight biological males who identify as female.
- She argues it's unfair and dangerous, especially in a sport where the goal is to inflict physical harm.