

The Jackpod: A TV-run state
Jun 20, 2025
In this discussion, Jack Beatty, an insightful news analyst blending history, literature, and politics, delves into the symbiotic relationship between Fox News and President Trump. He explores how media manipulation shaped Trump's campaign and the powerful influence of Fox in political narratives. The talk also tackles the ongoing assault on expertise, the struggles of the working class, and the complexities of modern messaging. Listeners gain a fresh perspective on the profound impact of media in shaping public perception and electoral outcomes.
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Fox News Created Trump Voter
- Fox News effectively created the Trump voter before Trump announced his candidacy.
- Roger Ailes and Rupert Murdoch shaped a media ideology that paved the way for Trump's rise.
Ailes Primed Trump Debate Answers
- Roger Ailes primed Donald Trump for key GOP debate questions in 2015.
- This preparation helped launch Trump's ascent in the Republican primaries.
Trump's Close Fox Media Ties
- Trump embraced Fox News personalities so thoroughly that he referred to them by first names.
- This signals a deep symbiotic relationship between Trump and Fox media.