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Lachlan Murdoch
Sep 30, 2023
Lachlan Murdoch, incoming chairman of Fox and News Corp, is explored in this podcast. It delves into his upbringing, early involvement in the media industry, successes in Australia, challenges faced, defamation cases, settlement, and the succession process.
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- Lachlan Murdoch's return to the Murdoch family business was prompted by the phone hacking scandal at News of the World, where he played a significant role in supporting his father during a challenging time for the company.
- As Lachlan Murdoch takes over control of Fox Corporation, he faces potential challenges from his siblings who do not share his political views or business priorities, creating tension and uncertainty for his leadership of the Murdoch empire.
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Lachlan Murdoch's early years and upbringing in the media business
Lachlan Murdoch, son of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, grew up in a media-saturated environment. From a young age, he was exposed to the workings of the media empire, reading newspapers and discussing headlines with his father. Lachlan attended exclusive schools and worked in various family businesses, gaining experience in the London newspapers, San Antonio Express News, and Sydney Daily Mirror. He studied philosophy at Princeton University and developed an interest in moral questions. Despite keeping a low profile, he became known as an eligible bachelor in Australia, having a successful stint running the Queensland newspaper business. However, when he returned to the United States, he faced challenges in dealing with executives who doubted his abilities, and a conflict with Fox News boss Roger Ailes led to his resignation and a return to Australia.
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