David Falkenflick

David Fulkenflick, NPR's media correspondent, and Matt Bellany, founding partner of Puck and media expert, dive into the tumultuous landscape of American media. They discuss the unexpected cancellation of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' and the political fallout surrounding it. The conversation also unpacks Trump’s legal battles against Rupert Murdoch and his attempts to stifle press freedom. Listeners will be intrigued by the insider views on the intense rivalry between media giants and political figures that could reshape the future of journalism.

David Folkenflik, NPR's media correspondent and author, discusses President Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over a controversial letter to Jeffrey Epstein. The conversation uncovers the implications of such lawsuits on journalistic integrity and highlights the tense relationship between the White House and the press. Folkenflik also dives into the influences of Rupert Murdoch on conservative media and the troubling connections between political pressures and the recent cancellation of popular talk shows.

In this discussion, Sarah Ellison, a seasoned reporter at The Washington Post, and David Falkenflick, NPR's media correspondent and author, delve into the high-stakes drama surrounding Rupert Murdoch's family trust. They uncover the implications of Murdoch's attempt to shift control towards his son Lachlan while exploring the broader impact on media ownership and family dynamics. Listeners gain insights into the secrecy of courtroom proceedings and the parallels to the hit series 'Succession,' enriching our understanding of this media titan's legacy.