The Powers That Be: Daily

Jon Kelly discusses NFL-NFLX collaboration for Christmas games and CNN future. Analysis on media landscape, NFL deal impact, and Jeff Zucker's career. Exploration of media influence on political journalism evolution.

Julia Ioffe discusses Putin's fascist inauguration speech and its implications for Russia. The podcast also dives into oversimplified interpretations of Israel-Hamas conflict on college campuses, highlighting the complexities of international conflicts and campus protests. Special discounts for Chili Pad and insights on social media's influence on political discourse are also featured.

Journalist and media analyst Dylan Byers discusses David Zaslav's NBA rights issue and compensation package, Warner Brothers Discovery's stock price, and Kim Godwin's exit from ABC News. They analyze media figures, NBA rights negotiations, fashion choices, and Kim Godwin's challenges at ABC News.

Journalist John Ourand discusses Netflix's star-studded roast of Tom Brady and the streamer's sports streaming ambitions. They also delve into the reported NBA broadcast deals with ESPN and Amazon, highlighting the impact of streaming on sports rights.

Exploring Ivanka Trump's potential return to the White House and the political implications for the Trump family. Discussion on the media's obsession with Chicago '68 and the upcoming political conventions. Analyzing youth activism during summer break and the evolving political landscape in Chicago.

The podcast covers David Zazlov's NBA negotiation challenges and Paramount's M&A drama, including potential buyers Apollo and Sony. It explores the intense competition for NBA broadcast rights and the financial repercussions involved. The discussion also highlights basketball personalities and the firing of Paramount CEO Bob Biggitch amidst negotiations with Skydance and Apollo.

Julia Ioffe discusses the $61 billion Ukraine aid package and the Columbia issues, exploring challenges in securing aid, campus unrest over Gaza, rise of anti-Semitism, pro-Palestinian solidarity on campuses, and reflections on campus protests.

Legal expert Eriq Gardner discusses Hunter Biden's legal battles against Fox News and Rudy Giuliani, including defamation and revenge porn accusations, while also exploring the potential use of AI in courtroom dramatizations and trial coverage. The podcast sheds light on upcoming legal challenges involving Netflix, contrasts credibility in legal battles, and touches on the importance of pet care. Additionally, it delves into the potential of AI in trial transcripts interpretation and the debate surrounding televised trials and First Amendment challenges.

Abby Livingston discusses the GOP's confidence in keeping the House and RFK Jr.'s impact on Biden's campaign. They explore fundraising, Gen Z voters' interest in Kennedy, and the appeal of a third-party candidate. The episode delves into young voters' skepticism towards traditional institutions and Biden's strategic concerns in addressing a third-party contender in the election.

Journalist and Political Analyst, Dylan Byers, joins Peter Hamby to discuss the tensions between the White House and The New York Times sparked by Politico's coverage. They explore media parties in Washington, Politico's evolution from mischief to seriousness, and the dynamics between the Biden campaign and The New York Times.