Sarah Fisher

Neil Vogel, President of Dotdash Meredith, and Sarah Fisher, media industry reporter, dive into the optimistic outlook for publishing in the AI era. They discuss the transformative impact of AI on advertising and content monetization, likening it to the advent of the automobile. The conversation emphasizes the shift towards audience engagement and the necessity for quality content in a changing media landscape. They explore how AI is reshaping strategies and relationships within the publishing world, urging adaptability amid new challenges.

In this discussion, Sarah Fisher, CNN media analyst, and Lulu Garcia-Navarro, CNN contributor and New York Times journalist, dive into the unpredictable world of Trump’s tariffs, exploring their legal implications and the anxiety they create for small businesses. They tackle how economic uncertainties might affect Trump supporters' loyalty ahead of the midterms. The duo also raises concerns about AI's impact on jobs and Musk's political influence, questioning the balance between technology and safety in today’s landscape.

Seth Stern, Director of Advocacy at Freedom of the Press Foundation, joins media correspondent Sarah Fisher and veteran investigative journalist Catherine Herridge. They delve into the crucial need for the PRESS Act, which protects journalists from revealing confidential sources under government pressure. The discussion highlights the alarming challenges faced in securing press freedoms amidst political turmoil. Personal stories about the legal battles for source protection underscore the urgency of this bipartisan legislation to safeguard democracy and journalistic integrity.