People vs Algorithms Media Goonstate
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Dec 19, 2025 The hosts dive into the comeback of Vanity Fair under new leadership, examining its impact on media narratives. They tackle the implications of YouTube hosting the Oscars and how it reshapes live events. The panel debates Bari Weiss's media credibility and reflects on influential figures in the industry. Highlights include the rise of AI, the significance of prediction markets, and the triumph of nerd culture. They also crown the 'Tech Overlord,' and discuss the fight for human sovereignty in a world dominated by algorithms.
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Killer Reporting Still Cuts Through
- Killer reporting still breaks through for big legacy outlets like Vanity Fair.
- Deep niche expertise (e.g., John chiefs-of-staff beat) yields outsized stories and trust.
Format Alone Won't Reinvent Broadcast
- New broadcast formats that mimic digital town halls don't automatically scale to mass audiences.
- Charisma and product execution still determine whether a format reinvents legacy TV.
Live TV Moves To Tech Platforms
- Tech platforms now host live tentpoles that used to belong to networks, like the Oscars moving to YouTube.
- Shifting live distribution accelerates TV's migration into major tech ecosystems.