Channels with Peter Kafka
Vox Media Podcast NetworkMedia and tech aren’t just intersecting — they’re fully intertwined. And to understand how those worlds work, and what they mean for you, veteran journalist Peter Kafka talks to industry leaders, upstarts and observers - and gets them to spell it out in plain, BS-free English. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 520 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyBusiness NewsNews | |||
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- Excellent Interviewer
Peter is an excellent interviewer and manages to create very interesting conversations with his guests. He seems to be able to manage any ‘political’ left/right conversations well and instead focuses on the broader business/media questions underneath. There is a good spectrum of guests and it’s not just the same roster of people who seem to appear on every other podcast. It’s easy to recommend this show if you are interested in the business/media world.
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Apple Podcasts2RYLAND fat
United States3 months ago - thanks peter
it is lovely to hear you keep your interviewees to account, keep it up, we will need it
Apple Podcasts5chronotypesUnited States6 months ago - Inside the media bubble but in the best way
I’ve known Peter for a long time so I’m a little biased but he really is the most knowledgeable journalist out there about the inner workings of the media business, its movers and shakers, and where it’s headed in the (near) future. Really glad he’s relaunched this series.
Apple Podcasts5Barbuto12United States7 months ago - Best when it stays out of politics
Peter has some really interesting guests on and covers a great range of topics. But too often he shows his lefty political leanings via full conversations or random sidebar comments, and he tends to come across as pretty smug. Would be better if he stuck to the facts and straightforward interviews, which is where he’s at his best.
Apple Podcasts3CRJ84531United States2 years ago
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Conversations cover a wide range of topics at the intersection of media, technology, and business, often featuring insights from industry leaders and innovators. Discussions frequently address emerging trends in the media landscape, the impact of digital platforms on traditional formats, and the challenges facing various sectors, including gaming, streaming, and content creation. The dialogue is characterized by a focus on transparency and a desire to cut through jargon, making complex topics accessible to listeners interested in the evolving dynamics of media and tech.
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Recent guests on Channels include:
1. David Baszucki
2. Jake Sherman
3. Sara Fischer
4. John Ourand
5. PJ Vogt
6. Zach Mack
7. David Enrich
8. Matthew Ball
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