On the Media
WNYC StudiosThe Peabody Award-winning On the Media podcast is your guide to examining how the media sausage is made. Hosts Brooke Gladstone and Micah Loewinger examine threats to free speech and government transparency, cast a skeptical eye on media coverage of the week’s big stories and unravel hidden political narratives in everything we read, watch and hear.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1813 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsHistory | |||
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This week, President Trump said he plans to use the military against America's "enemy within." On this week’s On the Media, how Trump’s rhetoric can obscure the real limits to his powers. Plus, how Humphrey Bogart betrayed the ideals of his most cele... more
This week in Uganda, the pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine released his election manifesto to win the presidency in 2026. The current leader, Yoweri Museveni, has held power in Uganda since 1986 and is seeking his seventh term.
Last year, Brooke ... more
President Trump has declared that Tylenol should not be used during pregnancy. On this week’s On the Media, how funding cuts and disputed claims linking the drug to autism have sent scientists reeling. Plus, how the religious right are processing the... more
Joseph and Shirley Wershba, worked at CBS news back in the good ol' days. In 1948, along with Edward R. Murrow, Joe Wershba helped produce the CBS’s first salvo against McCarthyism. Brooke spoke to Joe and his wife Shirley in 2005 about the film "Goo... more
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- Superfluous
All this show talks about is Donald Trump, and very rarely, if at all, adds any insight to the subject.
Apple Podcasts3J. Oatmon
Canada9 days ago - Not Objective
This show is supposed to be a clip show that examines how the media shapes our political discourse. It’s become a stream of lefty gobbledygook where Trump is the boogeyman to blame for everything.
Apple Podcasts1Bill.M..
United States11 days ago - Showcasing The Liberal Media’s Bias
News media bias is real. It reduces the quality of journalism, and it fosters distrust among readers and viewers. This is bad for democracy.
Many prevailing biases exist in the U.S. news media and Ms Gladstone show endorse most of them wholeheartedly under the guise of “reporting”. The political press in the U.S. has an overwhelming leftward tilt, mostly on social issues.
Conservatives aren’t imagining this bias. It’s evident in many ways, including personnel movement. For instance, Bill Kelle... more
Apple Podcasts1jnnyg65United States24 days ago - Defunding validation
The September 5th episode on the DC guard deployment might be the most dishonest episode of a podcast I have ever listened to. Breathtakingly dishonest. I wish zero stars was possible.
The episode about public broadcasting being in danger was so biased that it provided a perfect encapsulation of why public broadcasting SHOULD be defunded. Chef’s kiss.
Apple Podcasts1EJames9029United Statesa month ago - Epstein Distractions
You need to talk about how Trump, like Netenyaju, are attacking citizens, innocent people with tax dollars to distract away from their histories and associations with violence against children, women, innocent people to try to avoid prison time to pay for their sins- for supporting pedophiles, rapists, groomers, like Epstein and Maxwell whom Trump is prepping to pardon. Instead of investing in fixing the housing crisis, public education, healthcare, childcare, veterans care, senior care, cripp... more
Apple Podcasts3JulBelJorJonUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #16 | United States/News/News Commentary |
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Exploring the intricate relationship between media and society, this podcast serves as a keen observer of the modern news landscape, particularly focusing on the mechanics behind media production. It examines the factors shaping news coverage, including political narratives, government transparency, and free speech. By engaging with various experts and voices from different sectors—like journalism, activism, and academia—the discussion often uncovers the subtle manipulations and biases that influence public perception. Listeners are likely to appreciate its thoughtful critique of contemporary issues, especially regarding the intersection of journalism and power dynamics in today's world.
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On the Media launched 20 years ago and published 1813 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on On the Media include:
1. Jamelle Bouie
2. John Tuthill
3. Shirley Wershba
4. Joe Wershba
5. Lily Mason
6. Dorian Lynskey
7. Mykhailina Skorekshkarivska
8. Jamison Foser
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