The Press Box An American Pope Media Frenzy, Jayson Tatum Take-a-Palooza, and the Reemergence of Joe Biden
May 12, 2025
Adam Wren, a national politics correspondent for Politico, dives into the media frenzy surrounding the new Pope. He shares quirky insights about the cultural excitement of papal coverage and how it compares to other contemporary events. Wren also discusses the resurgence of Joe Biden and the strategies his team is employing ahead of an upcoming book release. The conversation touches on the challenges Biden faces and how current media dynamics influence public perception of political figures.
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Pope's Brother Phone Call Moment
- The new Pope, Leo XIV, engaged in a playful moment with his brother caught on camera during an interview.
- This unexpected personal exchange showed a human side amid the formal media frenzy.
Monoculture Drives Pope Coverage
- The election of a new Pope sparked unprecedented media and social media excitement, defying expectations of its faded relevance.
- Thirst for monoculture events drives intense interest even in historically traditional ceremonies.
Media Shapes Athlete Legacies
- Legacy debates around players like Jason Tatum are often shaped entirely by media narratives.
- These legacy opinions influence public perception more than the players themselves, making neutrality impossible.
