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Rick Wilson's The Enemies List
Lies & Scandal: The Fox News Legacy
Nov 15, 2023
Brian Stelter, former CNN host and renowned media analyst, discusses his new book on Fox News, its intricate relationship with Donald Trump, and its impact on American democracy. They delve into topics such as the transformation of Fox News, the decrease in fact-checking, the Dominion voting trial, the economics of Fox News, and the rise and fall of Tucker Carlson.
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- The Murdoch family, particularly Lachlan, prioritizes profit and political ad spending over journalistic integrity, while Rupert privately detests Trump despite allowing network support.
- The Dominion lawsuit served as a 'lying tax' for Fox News, prompting a $1.6 billion settlement and potentially exposing the network to further legal challenges.
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The transformation of Fox News and its influence on American politics
The podcast episode discusses the transformation of Fox News over the years and its impact on American politics. The host interviews Brian Stelter, a former CNN host and media analyst, who has written a book called Network of Lies. Stelter describes how Fox News has radicalized and become more propaganda-driven compared to other news networks. The influence of Fox News on shaping the Republican Party and its coverage of Donald Trump is also explored. The interview highlights the tug of war within Fox News between those who challenge misinformation and those who embrace it. The potential future coverage of Fox News during the 2024 election, with Trump as the potential nominee, is also discussed.
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