Dan Froomkin

In this discussion, media experts Jeff Jarvis and Dan Froomkin delve into the state of American journalism amidst rising authoritarianism. They explore whether Jimmy Kimmel's recent actions provide a glimmer of hope for media reform. Jarvis expresses concern over mass media's failures and warns of right-wing takeovers, while Froomkin highlights grassroots public outrage as a catalyst for journalists' independence. They also debate the challenges of covering issues like Christian nationalism and the implications of media oligopolies, envisioning a future where independent platforms thrive.