On with Kara Swisher Piers Morgan On Murdoch, Musk and – yes – Meghan Markle
Dec 19, 2022
Piers Morgan, a renowned journalist known for his bold opinions and work at Fox Nation, discusses the toxic landscapes of tabloids and social media. He reflects on his controversial encounters with figures like Meghan Markle and Donald Trump, emphasizing the blurred lines between authenticity and performance in media. Morgan also critiques the impact of censorship and free speech in journalism, sharing insights from his experiences in the evolving world of celebrity culture and political discourse.
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Murdoch, full circle
- Piers Morgan's career began at The Sun, a Murdoch-owned tabloid.
- He later edited News of the World, worked for rivals, and now hosts a show on Fox Nation.
Return to Murdoch
- Piers Morgan returned to work for Murdoch after leaving ITV following a dispute over his Meghan Markle comments.
- Murdoch offered him a deal including a new UK network, TalkTV, after seeing his book sales soar.
Uncensored
- Piers Morgan named his show "Uncensored" after feeling censored at ITV.
- He believes journalists should not be forced to apologize for genuinely held opinions.