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With the US on the brink of joining Israel's war against Iran, likely causing mass civilian deaths and plunging the region into chaos, Os and Scott look at the way media outlets actively helped lay the groundwork for this new conflict. They discuss how the war is being reported, and which civilians are humanised more. They revisit the 2003 invasion of Iraq, and compare how the same narratives are being rolled out by the media to justify war and regime change.Also in this episode they discuss the future of the ABC after the organisation's latest restructure and cuts. They unpack the public broadcaster's pivot away from digital and back to TV and radio, and the gutting of arts and culture reporting.Plus, they discuss what the Logies reveal about the state of Australian TV, the sale of the 7am podcast and (briefly) the discourse around Sabrina Carpenter's new album cover.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The shooting of multiple Australian journalists by police in Los Angeles has focused attention on media safety in Trump's America, and right around the world. Os and Scott look at why journalism seems to becoming less safe, the impunity with which police and military seem to be acting towards reporters, and why news organisations are struggling with the basic principles of defending their staff.Also in the show, they discuss Network 10's decision to cancel its long-running current affairs program The Project, and trace the show's rise and fall before evaluating the state of news reporting on commercial TV.Plus, they cover the ABC's latest cuts, the media organisations in trouble for breaching suppression orders in the trial of Erin Patterson, and the case of the high-profile presenter who made a triumphant return to social media... or did they?Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the criminal trial that has launched a wave of new daily podcasts and dominated headlines for months. But what's driving the media's obsession with Erin Patterson and the mushroom deaths, and is there a downside to the amount of energy news outlets are spending on true crime? Scott and Os decided to listen to every single daily mushroom trial podcast to help inform the discussion, and they decided to rank them all in terms of listenability and quality of reporting.In the Keeping Tabs segment this week we trace the career of Australian journalist Erin Molan, from sports reporter to right-wing, pro-Israel, Elon Musk backed influencer, and look at how Australian media outlets published a series of confusing and conflicting reports on a massacre at an aid site in gaza.Plus, the mail bag is finally here! Os and Scott answer listener questions.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has Rupert Murdoch's News Corp lost its ability to influence Australian politics and society? Os and Scott debate how powerful the right-wing media empire really is, and unpack how it influences the rest of the media landscape and every aspect of Australian politics.Also in the show they examine the messy state of sports broadcasting and sports media in Australia, and the Russian oligarch who now owns the rights to the AFL, NRL and more.Plus, in this week's Keeping Tabs segment: The two Gaza stories that went missing from the media.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Israel executes its plan to conquer Gaza, drawing condemnation and sanctions from even if its closest allies, Os and Scott look at the role the media has played in paving the way for this moment. From abandoning fundamental journalistic principles in favour of propaganda, to blacklisting journalists who spoke up, and targeting artists, actors, academics and more who opposed genocide, they chart how the Australian media failed in its primary duty on the most important issue of our times.Also in this episode, Os and Scott discuss how Gaza has pitted two of Australia's most prominent political influencers, Abbie Chatfield and Clementine Ford, against each other, and look at question if the CEO of a media company can claim not to be a journalist while announcing their candidacy for parliament.This is the final week of our special 50% off sale for our newsletter! The offer ends on Sunday. Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott takes Os on a deep dive into the world of commercial radio, focusing on the mammoth $200m deal Kyle and Jackie O signed to help take their show national. Where do media companies get this kind of money? Why are they spending it on shock-jocks? Is the future of radio as grim as it looks?They also cover the media reporting of the new Liberal party leader Sussan Ley and discuss whether she is as "moderate" as news coverage suggests, and look at Labor's recently factional implosion.And they announce a new segment: "Keeping Tabs", which will be a more rapid-fire discussion of different stories and issues in the media that deserve attention or scrutiny.Supporting Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber. We're currently offering a 50% discount.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts dive into the Australian media's contrasting coverage of the Gaza conflict compared to international outlets, criticizing the muted reporting that fails to convey the crisis's urgency. They discuss the AFL media's obsession with Fremantle captain Alex Pearce's controversial Instagram post and the culture war that ensues. Additionally, they reflect on media responses to recent election results, showcasing varying degrees of adaptation and insight among different outlets. It's a fascinating critique of how media narratives shape public perception.

A Labor landslide! Peter Dutton lost his seat! The Greens are in trouble! Sky News hosts lose their minds!In this special, post-election episode of Lamestream Scott and Os talk through the topline the results of the federal election and how they compare to the media's predictions (including their own).They discuss the emerging post-election narratives, examine whether this election is confirmation that News Corp is no longer as powerful as it once was, and take a closer look at some of the closest races.If you want to support Lamestream visit our website to sign up and become a subscriber. We're currently offering a special 50% discount.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this pre-election episode of Lamestream Os and Scott share their tips for watching the results, highlight what contests they're keeping a close eye on and even boldly make a few predictions.They dive into the latest crisis engulfing the ABC with fresh allegations the broadcaster's chair, Kim Williams, inappropriately interfered to help promote a controversial comedian.Plus, they examine the growing attacks on Welcome to Country ceremonies and the media's role in injecting them into the political discussion in the final week of the election campaign.If you want to support Lamestream visit our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first episode of Lamestream, Os and and Scott explain why they created the show and what they're hoping to achieve by launching a new, independent media outlet.They unpack the idea of the "podcast election" and the significance of politicians ditching traditional media interviews in favour of conversations with social media influencers and podcasters like Abbie Chatfield and The Betoota Advocate, and what that means for accountability and the future of the media landscape.Next, they share their top three underrated campaign narratives of this election, discussing Peter Dutton's woeful campaign, the media's coverage of the Greens and what happens if there's a hung parliament.And, they dissect the new campaign launched by News Corp and Nine to tackle racism in Australia, and how seriously we should take it given Nine's willingness to attack Welcome to Country ceremonies, in the aftermath of the Anzac Day protests.If you want to support Lamestream visit our website to sign up and become a subscriber. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.