In this engaging discussion, Des Friedman, a Professor of Media and Communications at Goldsmiths, unpacks the incredible rise of Rupert Murdoch, the media mogul whose influence reshaped political discourse. They explore Murdoch's privileged beginnings, ruthless tactics in press manipulation, and his alignment with political figures like Margaret Thatcher. The conversation highlights the birth of Fox News, its sensationalist approach, and Murdoch's lasting impact on global media and politics, revealing the complexities of power in modern journalism.