Media is Caving In. Is There Hope For a Turnaround Now?

In all kinds of subtle, hidden ways, legacy media have been warping their coverage out of fear of President Donald Trump. One of America's foremost media analysts, former Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun TImes Editor Mark Jacob, joins host Matt Robison (worthknowing.substack.com) to explain why he canceled his Washington Post subscription (but not yet the New York Times), how to tell if your media is worth subscribing to and paying for, and what else the media companies are doing that's changing the news we get. They delve into the modern media landscape, the struggle for authentic journalism, and the necessity for innovation in delivering trustworthy news. They also touch upon the changing news consumption habits of younger generations and the critical role of credibility and transparency in journalism.

00:00 Introduction to the Worth Knowing Live Stream00:12 The Role and Evolution of News Media01:19 Historical Context of Partisan Media02:02 Modern Media Challenges and Market Forces03:57 Interview with Mark Jacob: State of American Media06:14 Corporate Media and Political Influence13:55 The Future of Media and Journalism28:34 The Decline of Print Media29:22 The Changing Landscape of Fact-Checking32:22 The Role of Legacy Media in Modern Journalism35:07 A Million Dollar Idea: Fact-Checking Show41:53 The Importance of Credibility in Journalism42:32 Engaging Younger Audiences50:37 The Future of News Media54:36 Final Thoughts and Call to Action