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.

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.

Oliver Darcy, a media reporter for CNN known for his sharp analysis and newsletter, joins John Ganz, author of "When the Clock Broke," to tackle the current political landscape. They dive into the precarious state of media as Trump re-emerges, focusing on financial instability and editorial challenges. The duo examines the struggles of traditional media in a digital age dominated by tech giants, and the difficulties journalists face in navigating truth amidst political extremism. Their insights underscore the critical role of journalism in these turbulent times.

Rick Wilson, a seasoned political strategist with The Lincoln Project, takes aim at Tulsi Gabbard’s surprising alignment with Trump. Oliver Darcy dives into the media's failures in covering the election, exposing the shortcomings of current political narratives. Anupreeta Das shares insights from her book on Bill Gates, discussing his transition from tech hero to a controversial figure, and the complexities of his philanthropic influence. Together, they navigate the tangled web of politics, media, and billionaire impact on society.

CNN’s Oliver Darcy joins Recode’s Peter Kafka to discuss the way conservative media covers - and, importantly, doesn’t cover - the 1/6 riot and its aftermath. Then, NYT’s Erin Griffith reports back from the frontlines of the Elizabeth Holmes/Theranos trial, with tales of 3 AM wake-ups and keyboard mufflers. And she argues that Holmes’ story is Silicon Valley’s story, whether Silicon Valley likes it or not.Featuring: Oliver Darcy (@oliverdarcy), Senior Media reporter at CNNErin Griffith (@eringriffith), Tech & VC reporter at The New York TimesHost: Peter Kafka (@pkafka), Senior Editor at RecodeMore to explore: Subscribe for free to Recode Media, Peter Kafka, one of the media industry's most acclaimed reporters, talks to business titans, journalists, comedians, and more to get their take on today's media landscape.About Recode by Vox: Recode by Vox helps you understand how tech is changing the world — and changing us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices