Marty Baron, former executive editor of The Washington Post, and David Remnick, editor of The New Yorker, discuss the hostile relationship between Donald Trump and the media. They explore the potential dangers to press freedom if Trump returns to power, including his history of threats against journalists. The conversation highlights the need for media resilience and transparency amid misinformation. They also reflect on the evolving role of journalism and the trust issues facing the industry in today's politically charged environment.

In this engaging conversation, former Washington Post editor Marty Baron shares insights from his Pulitzer-winning career. He discusses how Trump's rise exposed the media's disconnect from middle America and highlights the challenges of maintaining objectivity today. Baron reflects on the Post's recent choice to forgo political endorsements amidst declining trust in media, particularly among younger audiences. He emphasizes the necessity for traditional outlets to adapt for the future, reinforcing the critical role of journalism in a fragile democracy.

Marty Baron, former editor of The Washington Post and author of Collision of Power: Trump, Bezos, and The Washington Post, spills the tea on what happened between Bezos and Trump, the challenges of journalism, impressions of Bezos as a newspaper owner, debate over the 15-minute metric, navigating dumb ideas, exploring editorial approaches, and defending against defamation lawsuits.

Former executive editor of The Washington Post, Marty Baron, and managing editor of Platformer, Zoe Schiffer, discuss the evolution of Twitter under Donald Trump's influence, the impact of Twitter on journalism, the ban and transition of power on Twitter, and Elon Musk's influence on the platform's cultural relevancy and creators.

Retired journalists Marty Baron and Peter Breslow share their career reflections in memoirs. Baron discusses media in presidential elections, while Breslow recounts adventures in China and Afghanistan. Topics include journalism challenges, media integrity, and dangers faced by radio producers in hazardous environments.