The Press Box Joel’s Opening Thoughts, College Football’s Playoff Endgame, and a New Theory About Trump’s Media Advantage
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Dec 6, 2024 Joel Anderson, a contributor to The Ringer, shares his sharp insights on current sports and media events. He discusses the Woj bomb about Adrian Wojnarowski’s health scare and Jeff Bezos's remarks on media ownership decisions impacting political coverage. The conversation shifts to college football, exploring the new playoff system and Michigan's celebration after beating Ohio State. Anderson also delves into Stephen A. Smith’s future at ESPN, reflecting on the changing landscape of sports commentary and its cultural significance.
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Wojnarowski's Career Change
- Adrian Wojnarowski left ESPN, leaving $20 million, after a prostate cancer diagnosis.
- This was partly influenced by few colleagues attending Chris Mortensen's memorial.
Journalism as Vapor
- Much of journalism, especially breaking news, feels like fleeting "vapor".
- Journalists should define for themselves what work matters beyond disposability.
Bezos Defends Decision
- Jeff Bezos defended his decision to pull Kamala Harris' endorsement at the Washington Post.
- He claims it was the "right decision" despite the perceived decrease in media trust.