The Slow Newscast Mr Right: Paul Marshall and the battle for The Telegraph
Oct 17, 2023
The podcast discusses the sale of The Telegraph and the battle for ownership. It explores the influence and controversy of GB News, the perspectives of Paul Marshall on freedom of speech and mainstream media manipulation, the impact of GB News and The Telegraph on national politics, the competition among bidders for The Telegraph and The Spectator, and the potential influence of a new owner on The Telegraph.
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Winston Marshall's Free Speech Impact
- Winston Marshall's experience with Mumford and Sons quitting over free speech claims deeply impacted Paul Marshall's views. - Winston now hosts a podcast about free speech and cancel culture, reflecting these themes.
Free Speech Under Pressure
- Paul Marshall and his allies view free speech as under threat by political correctness and cancel culture. - They see GB News as a rare platform to discuss controversial opinions without fear of censorship.
Marshall's Political Evolution
- Paul Marshall transitioned from Liberal Democrats to Conservatives due to EU skepticism and aligned political interests. - His approach is radical, favoring innovation and disruption rather than traditional conservatism.