Josh Levin

In this discussion, Josh Levine, host of the storied podcast One Year, and senior producer Evan Chung delve into the striking silence of August 1942 when American musicians protested recording technologies that threatened their livelihoods. They explore the leadership of James Cesar Petrillo and the formation of the musicians' union, as well as how this pivotal strike ignited an underground revolution in jazz with icons like Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. The conversation captures the essence of labor rights within a transformative period in American music history.

Josh Levin, host of Slate's Slow Burn, dives into the surprising rise of Fox News during the chaotic 2000 presidential election. He reveals how the network transformed from a struggling launch to a major political player, discussing the impact of George W. Bush’s DUI news and the network's controversial election call that declared him the winner in Florida. Levin also addresses the ethical dilemmas posed by family ties in media narratives, and the broader implications of such influence on journalistic integrity and public perception.