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Mixed Signals from Semafor Media

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Every Friday media reporter Max Tani and Semafor Editor-in-Chief Ben Smith pull back the curtain on the most important stories about media, revealing why you see and hear what you see and hear. Mixed Signals from Semafor Media is supported by Think with Google.

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Malcolm Gladwell is a man of many theories – he’s made a career of it through his books and podcasts through Pushkin Industries. This week, Ben and Max bring on the author and Revisionist History host to get his current theories about the state of po... more

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This week, a special episode featuring Josh Spanier, VP of marketing at Google, who you might recognize from our branded segments. In this sponsored episode, Ben asks Josh about how Google thinks about advertising, how he’s navigated the technologica... more

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The Financial Times is the paper for business and world leaders, and comes with a hefty subscription price of $45/month. But what does it mean to serve the elite in a growing age of populism, and what are the consequences of high quality journalism o... more

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Five years since the start of the pandemic and the racial reckoning post-George Floyd, we’re still seeing the effects that 2020 had on culture and politics. This week, Ben and Max bring on The Atlantic staff writer, Thomas Chatterton Williams, to tal... more

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Recent Guests

Malcolm Gladwell
Author, journalist, and podcaster, known for his bestseller 'The Tipping Point' and for being a co-founder of Pushkin Industries.
Pushkin Industries
Episode: Malcolm Gladwell’s theories on podcasting, America, and Joe Rogan
Roula Khalaf
Editor-in-Chief of the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: How to be elite in the age of populism, with the FT’s Roula Khalaf
Thomas Chatterton Williams
Author of 'The Summer of Our Discontent'
Episode: How media drove America crazy, with Thomas Chatterton Williams
Don Lemon
Former primetime anchor and morning show anchor at CNN, and now a broadcaster, podcaster, journalist online
YouTube, TikTok
Episode: Don Lemon on Elon Musk, Chris Cuomo, and why YouTube is better than CNN
Mark Cuban
Owner of Dallas Mavericks and successful entrepreneur
Episode: Mark Cuban on AI in politics, running for president (or not), and why he hates the media business
Pablo Torre
Host of the podcast 'Pablo Torre Finds Out', previously at ESPN
Meadowlark Media and New York Times
Episode: Pablo Torre on ESPN, investigating LeBron, and becoming the New York Times' first 'creator'
Emily Maitlis
Prominent UK journalist and co-host of The News Agents podcast
The News Agents
Episode: Emily Maitlis on Epstein, Prince Andrew, and why American journalists can’t do interviews
Ari Aster
Director and Writer known for films such as Midsommar and Hereditary
Independent Filmmaker
Episode: Director Ari Aster on ‘the movie that Twitter wrote’
Dr. Mikhail Varshavsky
A board-certified family medicine physician and social media influencer known as Dr. Mike
YouTube
Episode: Why YouTube’s favorite doctor won’t stop talking about politics

Hosts

Ben Smith
Editor-in-Chief of Semafor Media, Ben Smith is known for his extensive background in journalism and media commentary, engaging in insightful discussions on media trends and ethics.
Max Tani
Media editor with a focus on the intersection of technology and journalism, Max Tani co-hosts discussions that bring forward the evolving nature of media and cultural narratives.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
  • Always interesting

    I really enjoy the broad scope of your guests. They are always interesting and provocative. I also like that you treat all the guests with respect, yet still ask the tough questions.

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    5
    Californiaal
    United States13 days ago
  • No Google AI Ads

    I enjoyed the interview with Don Lemon. He was a classy guest. The Google AI ads in the form of interviews were annoying. Promoting the elimination of jobs by AI is not what I want to hear. Find a better sponsor that has some morality.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    escamillalbi
    United Statesa month ago
  • Like the guests mute the hosts

    I want to like the show but the hosts are difficult to hear. The Nick Denton episode is amazing credit where credit is deserved but my word describing pablo torre for an eternity only to have the guest describe his platform made me feel dumber for having heard it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bahzeal
    United Statesa month ago
  • 👍🏽

    Great niche, but to give a platform for human garbage like Clay Travis is sad. The shamelessness of that opportunist is off the charts. It takes away from your credibility to stoop that low.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Visc@B@rc@1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insightful, thought provoking

    I always enjoy listening to Mixed Signals, and I leave with new ideas, things to reflect on and share with my team. Highly recommend it to anyone in Communications, PR or Marketing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KJZ 1992
    United States2 months ago

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Many find value in the depth of analyses provided, particularly how they relate to contemporary media narratives.
Some criticisms focus on the delivery and clarity of hosts, suggesting improvements could enhance listener experience.
Listeners appreciate the broad scope of guests, noting that they bring provocative and insightful perspectives on media issues.
Feedback highlights the respect shown to guests while still addressing challenging topics, which many find refreshing.
The dynamic between the hosts is often praised, with audiences enjoying their conversational style and chemistry.

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How to be elite in the age of populism, with the FT’s Roula Khalaf
Q: What do you think about the future of journalism in the context of elite publications?
Khalaf emphasizes that quality journalism requires payment and expresses concern that the industry is narrowing access to quality information.
How to be elite in the age of populism, with the FT’s Roula Khalaf
Q: How do you approach the Gaza story and the intense social media environment around it?
Khalaf addresses the challenge of reporting on Gaza without direct access while ensuring balanced coverage that includes various perspectives.
How to be elite in the age of populism, with the FT’s Roula Khalaf
Q: How do you feel like the FT fits and what's its role in this kind of populist moment?
Khalaf does not see the FT as an anti-populist publication but believes it offers expertise and informs a diverse audience, not just the elite.
How to be elite in the age of populism, with the FT’s Roula Khalaf
Q: What do you see the FT as now?
Khalaf views the FT as primarily a business paper that has expanded to appeal to a broader audience through cultural content and a global perspective on business and economics.
How media drove America crazy, with Thomas Chatterton Williams
Q: What was the reaction to you and how did that shape what you wrote about in that period afterwards?
The Harper's Letter received a lot of support but also faced backlash on social media, highlighting the polarized reactions based on ideological perspectives.

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2. Roula Khalaf
3. Thomas Chatterton Williams
4. Don Lemon
5. Mark Cuban
6. Pablo Torre
7. Emily Maitlis
8. Ari Aster

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