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The Grill Room

Audacy | Puck
Media Industry
CNN
Youtube
Artificial Intelligence
Donald Trump
Disney
Netflix
Digital Media
Creator Economy
CBS News
The New York Times
Warner Bros. Discovery
Substack
The Washington Post
Paramount
Trump
ESPN
Social Media
New York Times
Fox News

Finally, a media podcast about what’s actually happening in the media—not the over-sanitized, legal-and-standards-approved version you read online. Every Tuesday and Friday, join Dylan Byers, Puck’s veteran media reporter, and Julia Alexander, a longtime media analyst, as they sit down with TV personalities, moguls, political pundits and industry executives for raw, honest, sometimes salacious con... more

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Latest Episodes

Julia and Dylan trade notes on the dueling NBA and ESPN investigations into the Clippers and the odd dynamics of the Times’ licensing deal with Pablo Torre, using it to explore how legacy outlets increasingly outsource journalism—and risk—to independ... more

Axios’s Jim VandeHei joins Dylan to make the case for radical simplification in the age of A.I., drawing on his new book, Simplify, as well as Axios’s own moves to kill off sports and Policy Pro while doubling down on politics, tech, events, and loca... more

Dylan and Julia break down YouTube's new monetization rules—an A.I. slop-proof 8,000 view threshold designed to crown a class of “premium” creators and pull news brands deeper into its orbit. Plus: What Bob Iger and Josh Kushner’s $12.5 billion Laker... more

Jonathan Greenberger, the unconventional editor in chief of Politico, joins Dylan to explain how a business-side executive ended up running the newsroom—and what it means for Politico's future. They discuss the relaunch of Playbook and its early scoo... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Greenberger
Editor-in-Chief, Politico
Politico
Episode: Politico's Power Play
Christian Baesler
CEO of Business Insider
Business Insider
Episode: The Business Insider Rescue Plan
Brian Tyler Cohen
Progressive content creator
Independent creator with book 'The Day After'
Episode: Brian Tyler Cohen’s Media Gospel
Stephen Dubner
Author of Freakonomics; host of Freakonomics Radio; creator of Better in Person
Freakonomics (Freakonomics Radio); Better in Person
Episode: YouTube Freakonomics
Jill Schlesinger
Certified financial planner and two-time Emmy-winning business analyst for CBS News
Episode: Introducing: Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
Maggie Haberman
Senior political journalist and author
New York Times / Regime Change (co-author)
Episode: Trump Fatigue Meets Its Match
Jonathan Swan
Journalist and co-author
Axios / Regime Change (co-author)
Episode: Trump Fatigue Meets Its Match
Campbell Brown
Founder and CEO of Forum AI; former NBC/CNN journalist
Forum AI
Episode: Who Watches the Bots?
Lulu Cheng Meservey
Influential Silicon Valley communications strategist and founder of Rostra
Rostra
Episode: The Silicon Valley Comms Manifesto

Hosts

Dylan Byers
Host of The Grill Room, media reporter for Puck
Julia Alexander
Co-host exploring media business and trends

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Too biased

    Sometimes good info, but always using conservative and republican examples/issues to show what is wrong in politics or media, but never used liberal or democratic media or administrations to make the same point

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mb546
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show!

    ❤️ Great show on interesting topics in the media business. Everyone is simply great--very professional--but I live for Julia Alexander's brilliant strategic insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perksjoanna1
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Boosting extremism

    Disappointed to hear Julia boosting Hasan Piker, an open antisemite and terrorist-supporter.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SAB133
    United States5 months ago
  • Yes.

    I get a lot out of this podcast. Hope Jon Kelly realizes that Julia Alexander is not just a sidekick, she is the reason many people tune in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh 6873
    United States9 months ago
  • Such a great point of view

    Dylan does such a wonderful job of bringing the audience to what feels like a chic off the record conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrannyMV
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is valued for credibility and access to notable media leaders, though opinions on guests can vary by episode.
The host delivers sharp, insider-level analysis and strong interviewing chops.
Guests consistently bring high-profile industry perspectives and real-world experiences.

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Politico's Power Play
Q: What role do events play in Politico's strategy?
Events are core to elevating journalism, creating live contexts for reporting, boosting engagement with influential audiences, and reinforcing the brand while driving revenue.
Politico's Power Play
Q: How does Politico differentiate itself from rivals like NYT and WSJ in a crowded market?
By speaking to all four quadrants of the audience—the old establishment, the new establishment, the left, and the right—and delivering sophisticated, global, cross-capital reporting that ties local stories to global implications.
Politico's Power Play
Q: What is the strategic rationale for promoting multiple platforms at Politico, especially given a traditional newsroom background?
The goal is to meet audiences where they are with multiple entry points—video, audio, newsletters, and social clips—so journalism remains essential and accessible across markets, not just a DC-centric product.
Back in the News: Byron Tells All
Q: What's your thesis for combining BuzzFeed with Local Now?
It's about leveraging Local Now's hyper-local streaming and newsroom capabilities with BuzzFeed's brand power to create a large, free streaming ecosystem that draws big ad dollars, aided by AI-driven infrastructure and content that spans weather, entertainment, and user-generated formats.
Back in the News: Byron Tells All
Q: Walk us through the deal structure and what you're actually paying to acquire BuzzFeed.
I invested roughly $120 million upfront with a $100 million promissory note at 5% interest, bought 52% of BuzzFeed for about $150 million including stock and announced plans to expand BuzzFeed into a free streaming service built on Local Now's tech and advertising relationships.

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What is The Grill Room about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The Grill Room centers on candid, insider-level discussions about the media business, highlighting shifts in ownership, streaming, AI, and the evolving role of traditional outlets in a fragmented landscape. Episodes routinely feature interviews with prominent media executives, journalists, and creator-entrepreneur figures, offering unvarnished takes on strategy, deals, and the future of news, entertainment, and technology. Notable strengths include deep industry access, sharp interview pacing, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom with data-driven and anecdotal insights. The show stands out for its high-profile guests, practical takeaways for anyone navigating media strategy or sponsorship opportunities, and a conversational, s... more

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1. Jonathan Greenberger
2. Christian Baesler
3. Brian Tyler Cohen
4. Stephen Dubner
5. Jill Schlesinger
6. Maggie Haberman
7. Jonathan Swan
8. Campbell Brown

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