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 | 581 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Business NewsNewsTechnology | |||
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- 2 - down from 4-5
Peter is going into becoming Tucker Carlson of media business
Annoyingly long monologues and unproductive interruptions of guests are turnoffs for me.
It used to be much better - podcasters tend to turn into TV talking heads , talking about themselves - little less me me me blabber, and a little more information is needed
Apple Podcasts2igormax
United States5 months ago - Don't talk over the guests!!
Kafka's podcasts are always hit or miss for me but Channels has gone down to 20% hit 80% miss
A recent example of why it's mostly miss is the October interview with the Guardian
The difference between their model and typical US news models is intrinsically interesting, but Kafka just can't exercise enough discipline to shut up and let the guest talk without constant interruptions
I can listen to aggressive mansplaining anytime, anywhere
I don't want to hear it from a professional podcast... more
Apple Podcasts2Qwertiop8United States7 months ago - He does talk a lot
I agree he should let the guests talk more.
Apple Podcasts1JournalistikitUnited States10 months ago - 3 down from 4-5
It used to be better - podcasters tend to turn into TV talking heads mostly talking about themselves - little less me me me blabber, a little more information is needed
Apple Podcasts3igormaxUnited States10 months ago - Quit interrupting
Very interesting subjects and guests, but please let them finished their thoughts instead of continually interrupting with yours. Very frustrating to listen to. Also, Peter tends to trail off in volume at the end of his sentences which is annoying.
Apple Podcasts3Josh99876United Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #29 | United States/News/Business News |
Apple Podcasts | #22 |  United Kingdom/News/Business News |
Apple Podcasts | #37 |  Canada/News/Business News |
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Conversations with experienced journalists, media executives, and creators drive discussions about the evolving landscape of media and technology, emphasizing how intertwined these sectors have become. The content spans topics like the influence of major personalities on media, the dynamics of traditional versus digital storytelling, and the challenges facing industry leaders amidst economic shifts. What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to straightforward dialogue, tackling complex issues in a way that is accessible for a wide audience. Episodes frequently highlight the nuances of leadership decisions within prominent companies, offering a unique vantage point on the interplay between media economics, technology, and culture.
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Recent guests on Channels include:
1. Roger Lynch
2. Charlie Warzel
3. Paul Ford
4. Jason Blum
5. Ronan Farrow
6. Andrew Marantz
7. Jonathan Glatzer
8. Max Chafkin
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