The Powers That Be: Daily
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Join Emmy Award-winning journalist Peter Hamby, along with the team of expert journalists at Puck, as they let you in on the real conversations insiders are having across the four corners of power in America: Wall Street, Washington, Silicon Valley and Hollywood. Puck's contributors will bring you smart conversation around the inside stories happening in these worlds. Presented in partnership with Audacy, new episodes publish daily, Monday-Friday.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 20min
Red Carpet Economics & Lauren’s New Pod
Fashion journalist Lauren Sherman discusses the brands battling to dress stars in a new movie and launches her podcast 'Fashion People'. The podcast delves into brand collaborations in movie costumes, product placements in film, celebrity fashion contracts, and the economics of designer pricing.
Apr 22, 2024 • 24min
Media Monday: ESPN's Wish List & D.C.'s Rush Week
Sports journalist Jon Kelly joins Peter to discuss ESPN's potential move towards digital platforms post-Norby Williamson's exit. They delve into the White House Correspondents' Dinner Week, industry events, leadership dynamics at ESPN, and navigating change in competitive markets.
Apr 19, 2024 • 23min
Tubi’s Gen Z Edge & HBO’s ‘Max’-iversary
Julia Alexander discusses Tubi's success with Gen Z and HBO's integration into Max. They explore Tubi's diverse content strategy and HBO's positioning in the changing streaming landscape. The conversation touches on audience expectations, branding strategies, and the challenges of competing in the streaming market.
Apr 18, 2024 • 19min
Ben, Joanna, & The Beast
Dylan Byers discusses Ben Sherwood and Joanna Coles taking over The Daily Beast, their plans to revive it, focus on profitability, and strategic tabloid content creation in a competitive media landscape.
Apr 17, 2024 • 20min
Bibi Under Fire
Journalist and international relations expert, Julia Ioffe, discusses Iran's attack on Israel, Biden's relationship with Bibi, and the complex politics in Israel. They delve into the geopolitical tensions, Netanyahu's coalition dynamics, and the strategic decisions regarding Iran.
Apr 16, 2024 • 16min
An ESPN Shakeup & NBA’s Streaming Hardball
John Ourand, sports media reporter, joins Peter Hamby to discuss ESPN's shakeup, including the departure of an exec and its impact on digital plans. They dive into the NBA's tough stance with Diamond Sports, hinting at potential shifts in sports broadcasting dynamics.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 26min
Media Monday: Another Times Scandal & Shari’s Board Mutiny
Media expert Jon Kelly and host Peter delve into internal tensions at the New York Times over coverage of the Gaza war, workplace conduct scandals, and Paramount board resignations amid a Skydance deal. The podcast explores conflicts, negotiations, and potential outcomes in the media industry's complex landscape.
Apr 12, 2024 • 18min
Trump’s Money Machine & Ellison’s V.P. Push
Teddy Schleifer discusses Trump's fundraising challenges against Biden and the importance of picking a VP who can bring in funds. They analyze potential VP picks like Tim Scott and the impact of major donor support on the campaign.
Apr 11, 2024 • 22min
Ronna Aftershocks & a CBS Snow Job
Media journalist Dylan Byers discusses executive tensions at 30 Rock post-Ronna McDaniel incident and critiques the rebooted CBS News streamer. They explore leadership challenges at NBC News and the shift to streaming services, emphasizing the need for innovation in the media industry.
Apr 10, 2024 • 18min
Trump’s Abortion Gambit & Biden’s Red State Fever
Tara Palmeri discusses Trump's stance on abortion and its impact on evangelical votes. The podcast delves into the electoral college map and debates Biden's chances in red states. They also explore campaign finances and strategies in key battleground states.
