Brandy Zadrozny

Anna Merlan, a Senior Reporter at Mother Jones, sheds light on the White House's unprecedented control over the press pool, favoring far-right influencers. Brandy Zadrozny of NBC News discusses the implications of Dan Bongino's rise to the FBI, noting his prior anti-FBI stance. Yaroslav Trofimov from The Wall Street Journal explores changing U.S.-Russia relations, emphasizing Trump's influence on Republican foreign policy regarding Ukraine. This insightful conversation delves into media dynamics and the intersection of politics and national security.

Brandy Zadrozny, a Senior reporter at NBC News specializing in misinformation and conspiracy theories, joins the discussion. She shares insights on the intricate relationship between journalism and power as explored in Robert Caro's 'The Power Broker.' They tackle the art of investigative storytelling and the ongoing challenges of misinformation in society today. Additionally, they delve into the emotional dynamics of power through historical figures, shedding light on the darker aspects of urban development and the pressing need for accountability in governance.

Brandy Zadrozny, an NBC News senior reporter focused on misinformation and extremism, joins the discussion to talk about the intersection of wellness culture and political agendas, particularly regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial health views. The conversation dives into the ramifications of misinformation on public health, especially vaccines. Highlights include the political fallout from recent scandals involving top Trump allies and how the Democratic Party is strategizing to counteract Trump's influence as he makes surprising social moves.

Brandy Zadrozny, a senior NBC reporter focused on election disinformation, discusses the overwhelming spread of conspiracy theories and its impact on voters. Waleed Shahid, a Democratic strategist and co-founder of the Uncommitted Movement, reflects on media coverage of Arab and Muslim voters, highlighting the need for rebuilding trust. Historian Ira Chinoy shares insights on the evolution of election night reporting and technology, illuminating how past innovations shaped the spectacle of modern election night.

Maria Godoy, NPR's senior science and health editor, and Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News senior reporter, tackle the alarming resurgence of measles due to anti-vaccine rhetoric. They discuss the devastating consequences of vaccine hesitancy, illustrated by a recent outbreak in Texas. The duo delves into the influence of misinformation, examining parental fears linked to autism and alternative medicine. Their insights highlight the urgent need for accurate information to safeguard public health and combat the growing anti-vaccine sentiment.

Investigative journalist Brandy Zadrozny and tech executive Katherine Maher discuss online disinformation, digital rights, and the 'right to knowledge'. The podcast delves into the fallout from a senior editor's resignation at NPR, the creation of satirical persona Titanium McGrath, and the evolving governance in the digital age.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Julia Davis, an investigative journalist and creator of the Russian Media Monitor, joins experts Alex Stamos and Brandy Zadrozny to unravel how right-wing influencers are allegedly funded by the Kremlin to spread propaganda. They dissect recent indictments, detailing the financial connections between Russian operatives and American media figures. The trio critiques the impact of this disinformation on U.S. politics and underscores the alarming strategies employed to foster societal discord amid ongoing foreign influence campaigns.

NBC disinfo reporter Brandy Zadrozny reveals the shady story of The Epoch Times, a conservative newspaper linked to a mysterious Chinese group. They discuss the publication's massive pro-Trump ad spending, questionable financial practices, and spreading of misinformation. Discover how it became a platform for figures like Candace Owens and the repercussions of its CFO's money laundering scandal.

NBC News' Brandy Zadrozny explores Nicole Shanahan's controversial worldview. Chris Cillizza, Symone Sanders Townsend, and Bryan Lanza discuss Trump's potential VP pick and the 2024 presidential race on the Meet the Press NOW roundtable.

Journalist Brandy Zadrozny dives into anti-vaccine crusader RFK Jr. and the pipeline from moms to alt-right misinformation. The podcast also covers topics like child actors in dark TV shows, crunchy moms turning anti-vax, and the cancellation of an event honoring Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch.