Oliver Darcy

This discussion features Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, alongside influential figures like Sally Quinn, a former Washington Post columnist; Tina Brown, accomplished media executive; Oliver Darcy, media commentator; and Amanda Katz, former opinion editor. They dive into the controversial editorial decisions at The Washington Post, particularly under Bezos's ownership, and the growing concern over journalistic integrity. The panel reflects on the exodus of talent and debates the challenges of maintaining accountability journalism in today's polarized media landscape.

Oliver Darcy, a former CNN media reporter and author of the newsletter Status, discusses how major media outlets are adjusting their coverage of Trump's chaotic return to the Oval Office. He highlights the decline in aggressive journalism and the chilling effects on press freedom. Chris Lehmann, D.C. Bureau Chief for The Nation, draws parallels between Trump and his idol, President McKinley, exploring their shared economic policies and the populist rhetoric that masks elite interests. Together, they dissect how history informs our understanding of today's political landscape.

Joining the discussion are Oliver Darcy, founder of Status and former CNN media reporter, Charlotte Klein, a media columnist at New York Magazine, and Joanna Stern, senior tech columnist at the Wall Street Journal. They dive into how tech giants shape media consumption and the challenges of authenticity in an AI-driven landscape. The trio also tackles the contentious debate over cell phone use in schools and the shifting dynamics between traditional journalism and online platforms, all while analyzing the ethical implications of tech influence on media.

Fitness expert Jillian Michaels, political commentator Steve Cortes, Senior media reporter Oliver Darcy, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discuss topics ranging from Super Bowl predictions, mice erection study, Biden's social media post, TikTok, political hoaxes, free speech censorship, Israel's movements, and news source credibility.

Joanna Coles chats with Oliver Darcy, founder of the Status Newsletter and former CNN media reporter. They dive into the bizarre relationship between Donald Trump and the media, showcasing how Trump, once a media darling, now calls it the 'enemy of the people.' Darcy reveals the media's struggle between maintaining integrity and appeasing powerful interests, discussing the chilling tactics affecting journalism today. They also explore the implications of digital advertising on independent journalism and the evolving landscape of media in politics.