The Daily

Fox News Fires Its Biggest Star

Apr 25, 2023

Jeremy W. Peters, a media and politics correspondent for The New York Times, provides insight into Tucker Carlson's surprising exit from Fox News following a massive lawsuit settlement. They discuss the implications of his departure for the conservative media landscape and analyze Carlson's influence on political narratives during the Trump era. The conversation also touches on the network's revenue reliance on his ratings, internal controversies, and how these dynamics might reshape Fox's future as a media powerhouse.

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Intro

2min

The Fall of Tucker Carlson

7min

Media Power and Political Influence

6min

The Impact of Influence and Controversy in Cable News

2min

The Intersection of Sneaker Design and Cultural Impact

2min

Inside Fox News: Dissonance and Allegations

12min

Less than a week after Fox News agreed to pay $787.5 million to settle the Dominion lawsuit, the network has abruptly fired Tucker Carlson — an anchor at the center of the case.

Jeremy W. Peters, who covers media and politics for The Times, explains why the network decided to cut ties with one of its biggest stars.

Guest: Jeremy W. Peters, a media and politics correspondent for The New York Times.

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Tucker Carlson was one of the network’s top-rated hosts for many years.
Here is the latest on Mr. Carlson’s departure.

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