The Charlie Kirk Show Can The Left Learn To Podcast? ft. Tim Pool
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Apr 29, 2025 Tim Pool, an independent journalist and host of Timcast IRL, shares insights on the left's struggles in the podcasting arena, arguing it may have cost them the 2024 election. He discusses his experiences as a White House correspondent, highlighting the decline of traditional media. Pool critiques media bias, especially at events like the White House Correspondents Dinner. The conversation also touches on how long-form podcasts could help rebuild credibility for the Democratic Party and restore political engagement among moderate voters.
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Tim Pool's White House Experience
- Tim Pool shared his experience attending the White House briefing room and questioning the corporate media's lack of substantive inquiries.
- He highlighted the homogeneity and lack of curiosity among mainstream reporters.
Left's Podcasting Surge
- The left is investing heavily to catch up in podcasting after losing the 2024 election due to underperformance in alternative media.
- Large funding and platform support enable liberal podcasts to rapidly grow their audience and visibility.
Liberals Leading Podcast Charts
- The top podcast charts after the 2024 election show liberals leading in listenership, highlighting their rising presence in new media.
- Conservatives still dominate but the middle ground is contested with liberal and moderate shows growing.