Topic: Glenn Weiss

2 chapters across the catalog

Gray Zone
Episode 1806 15:37 - 27:20

1806: Gray Zone

Barry Weiss, Skydance Acquisition of The Free Press

Skydance Media reportedly acquired Barry Weiss's publication, The Free Press, for $150 million, with Weiss named as the new Editor-in-Chief of CBS News. Analysts question the actual valuation of the deal and whether Weiss will serve as a "change agent" or an ideological enforcer within the legacy media institution. Critics like Glenn Greenwald expressed skepticism regarding her ability to disrupt mainstream media narratives.

Alexa in a Lexus
Episode 1070 18:17 - 20:56

1070: Alexa in a Lexus

Microsoft Theater, Emmy Awards Marriage Proposal

Director Glenn Weiss proposed to his girlfriend Jan Svendsen on stage during the Emmy broadcast at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. While described as a sweet moment, the execution of the proposal is critiqued for being awkward. The segment also notes that the theater, formerly the Nokia Theatre, is now under Microsoft naming rights.