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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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Ezra Klein is on a book tour — you may have heard his voice on some of your other favorite podcasts talking about Abundance. Today, Ben and Max also talk to The New York Times columnist and host… but you won’t hear anything about the book (so you’ll ... more

Tina Brown has shaped the culture and captured the zeitgeist since she reinvented Vanity Fair and The New Yorker in the 1980s and 1990s. But now, she’s moved onto the digital media space with her Substack, Fresh Hell. This week, Ben and Max talk to t... more

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In a YouTube landscape filled with podcasts and talking heads, Jubilee Media’s wild debate videos stand apart: A doctor debates 20 anti-vaxxers, Ben Shapiro debates 25 liberals, Pete Buttigieg debates 25 conservatives. But are these viral videos brin... more

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Since the 80s, Piers Morgan has ridden massive changes in the media industry, jumping from print to cable to, more recently, YouTube. This week on Mixed Signals, the TV star joins Ben and (subbing in for Max) Semafor’s head of comms, Meera Pattni, to... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Y. Lee
Founder and CEO of Jubilee Media
Jubilee Media
Episode: Can YouTube Debates Bring America Back Together? with Jubilee’s Jason Y. Lee
Piers Morgan
High-profile British journalist and television presenter
Piers Morgan Uncensored
Episode: Piers Morgan On Going Independent, Meghan Markle, and Why He Likes Pouring Gasoline On the Fire
Nick Denton
Iconic founder of Gawker and media figure
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Episode: Nick Denton’s Surprising Return, Courtesy of Elon Musk, Denmark, and Chinese Cars
Neal Mohan
CEO of YouTube
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Episode: Secrets of YouTube with CEO Neal Mohan
Hamish McKenzie
Co-founder and Chief Writing Officer at Substack
Substack
Episode: Inside the Independent Creator World, with Substack’s Hamish McKenzie – and Nayeema Raza
Nayeema Raza
Former co-host, now navigating independent creator landscape
Episode: Inside the Independent Creator World, with Substack’s Hamish McKenzie – and Nayeema Raza
Megyn Kelly
Former Fox and NBC host, now independent podcaster and YouTuber
Episode: New York Times Editor Joe Kahn, Podcaster Megyn Kelly and More on the Collapse of Trust
Joe Kahn
Top editor at The New York Times
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Episode: New York Times Editor Joe Kahn, Podcaster Megyn Kelly and More on the Collapse of Trust
Matt Belloni
Co-founder of Puck and Hollywood commentator
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Episode: Why Netflix Is “Obsessed” With Winning an Oscar, with Puck’s Matt Belloni

Hosts

Ben Smith
Editor-in-chief at Semafor, known for his insights into media and political journalism.
Max Tani
Media editor at Semafor, with a focus on the intersection of technology, media, and culture.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 285 ratings
  • Time i’ll never het back, nothing learned

    I’m not sure what these guys are trying to do, wish wash talk about stuff and almost trying to deny what everyone’s thinking? Who funds these guys?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    N1ckname9
    New Zealand16 days ago
  • love it

    I'm a media insider and I love this podcast - really valuable insights into the industry. The conversational, fun tone is brilliant. Ben is such a smart interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    catperson67
    Australia20 days ago
  • Piers Morgan

    Of all the people in the world to interview no thanks lol bye

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jayrustle
    United States22 days ago
  • Ben has no testosterone

    Ben’s a hack. One sided news.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    J.U.I.C.E.
    United States2 months ago
  • Clear Signals

    “Mixed Signals” is a stale leftist echo chamber that self-importantly thinks itself anything & everything but a stale leftist echo chamber.

    Apple Podcasts
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    The S.K.P. Machine
    United States4 months ago

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Can YouTube Debates Bring America Back Together? with Jubilee’s Jason Y. Lee
Q: Do you feel there is a chance the earth might be flat?
Jason categorically denies believing the earth is flat but explains the importance of understanding the stories and experiences behind such beliefs, showcasing radical empathy.
Can YouTube Debates Bring America Back Together? with Jubilee’s Jason Y. Lee
Q: Was there a moment where you realized that this was really starting to take off?
Jason mentions that Jubilee Media has been successful since 2017 but noticed a significant increase in recognition and audience growth after the recent election, as they began attracting a more diverse audience ranging from Gen Z to mainstream adults.
Piers Morgan On Going Independent, Meghan Markle, and Why He Likes Pouring Gasoline On the Fire
Q: Do you think that American journalists take themselves too seriously?
Morgan thinks they do, pointing to the success of Fox News due to its warmth and humor.
Piers Morgan On Going Independent, Meghan Markle, and Why He Likes Pouring Gasoline On the Fire
Q: What do you think of the media regulation policies in the US?
Morgan believes that independent digital platforms will not be effectively regulated and sees the UK's Ofcom as an outdated model.
Secrets of YouTube with CEO Neal Mohan
Q: What are your thoughts on the emerging role of the FCC concerning YouTube?
Mohan states that YouTube does not discriminate based on content and is engaged in constructive conversations with regulators.

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A deep exploration of the current media landscape, featuring insightful discussions on technology, journalism, and the intersection of politics and media. Each episode highlights key themes such as the evolution of media consumption, the impact of social media, and the challenges faced by traditional journalism in the digital age. Notable topics include the creator economy, trust in news, and the role of influential media figures in shaping public perception. The dynamic between the hosts enriches the conversation, providing listeners with not only expert analysis but also personal anecdotes that engage and inform.

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2. Piers Morgan
3. Nick Denton
4. Neal Mohan
5. Hamish McKenzie
6. Nayeema Raza
7. Megyn Kelly
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