3 chapters across the catalog
The New York Times podcast "The Run-Up" features reporters Maggie Haberman and Michael Barbaro discussing Donald Trump's visit to their editorial board. They describe Trump's demeanor as defensive and compare him to an "unhappy kid." Trump reportedly mentioned a secret fear held by Barack Obama but refused to disclose details.
New York Times Podcast Strategy, Advertising Challenges
The New York Times is expanding its podcast library to attract younger subscribers, despite imminent newsroom cuts. The hosts critique the Times's struggle to monetize the medium and their realization that download metrics are an unreliable measure of actual listenership.
Kentucky Derby Homicide, Horse Doping and Race Rigging
A homicide at the Kentucky Derby's "backside" stable area has brought attention to the culture of migrant workers and potential corruption in horse racing. The hosts discuss the 2006 Barbaro incident and allege that major races are rigged to favor specific "ringers," such as horses owned by UAE royalty. They suggest that the recent murder may be linked to knowledge of doping or fixed outcomes.
