Mixed Signals from Semafor Media Media Circus of the Century, BuzzFeed Buzz & Sleeping with Your Phone
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May 31, 2024 
New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman discusses the media circus around Trump's trial. Vivek Ramaswamy talks about his stake in BuzzFeed. Max Tani defends using phones at bedtime. Media blindspots, politics, and current affairs are key topics.
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Mixed Signals Podcast Goal
- "Mixed Signals" explores the strange modern media environment.
- It examines the pervasive sense of manipulation and confusion surrounding information.
Flags Outside Alito's House
- Nayeema Raza references her Semaphore Media newsletter about flags outside Justice Alito's house.
- The story wasn't reported due to internal miscommunication, highlighting operational inefficiencies.
Trump Trial Media Impact
- The trial of Donald Trump's hush-money case was a media circus, but public engagement remained low.
- Despite the trial's significance, many felt they already knew everything about Trump, creating a sense of futility.